May 11, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

Course Descriptions


 

Communication Studies

  
  • COMS 435X - Advanced Public Relations


    Crosslisted as JOUR 435. Analysis of public relations problems and procedures through use of case studies and other materials. Positions public relations practice and process within context of integrated marketing communication.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 370 or COMS 380 or JOUR 335 with a grade of C or better, and junior standing, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 436 - Advanced Post Production


    Aesthetics and techniques of digital nonlinear video editing including the aesthetics of continuity editing, montage editing and editing the narrative, as well as the techniques of nonlinear editing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 357 or COMS 358, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 446 - Designing for the Internet


    Conceptualization of appropriate design criteria for an attractive and efficient Internet site. Techniques for site construction. Appropriate software used for image manipulation and page construction and design. Not open to B.F.A. art studio and design majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 359.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 449 - Advanced Audio Production


    Advanced production of radio programs or other advanced audio projects of a complex nature, emphasizing recording, editing, and mixing techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 349 and successful portfolio review, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 450X - Instructional Video I


    Crosslisted as ETT 450. Practical methods for the production and use of video in educational settings. Preparation and presentation of televised instructional materials. Not open to students with credit in COMS 357 or COMS 358 or equivalent.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 454 - Transnational Communication and Media


    Crosslisted as JOUR 454X. Study of the development, structure, functions, and control of international communications media systems and activities as they affect world relations.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 455 - Media Law and Ethics


    Development, structure, theory, and functions of legal controls and ethical constraints on media production and programming. Communication/Journalism double majors who take COMS 455 must take an additional Journalism course from the News in Society course block.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 456C - History of Film


    History of film before 1950.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 456D - History of Film


    History of film after 1950.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 457 - The Documentary Tradition


    Theories, techniques, history, and criticism of the documentary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 459 - History of Broadcasting


    Crosslisted as JOUR 459X. History of radio and television broadcasting in the United States from its inception to the present.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 460 - Television Theory and Criticism


    Major theoretical and critical perspectives for analysis of television.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 461A - Organizational Communication: Internal


    Advanced analysis of contemporary practices of internal organizational communication from diverse disciplinary perspectives covered in COMS 302. Detailed examination of actual communication practices inside the organization.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 302.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 461B - Organizational Communication: External


    Focus placed on communication in the contexts of advertising, marketing, public relations, sales, media relations, lobbying, and crisis management with special consideration of the ethical dimension. Examines the communication of an organization and its members with stakeholders such as clients, potential customers, suppliers, investors, or others experiencing some impact from the organization.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 302.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 462 - Film Theory and Criticism


    Major theoretical and critical perspectives for analysis of film.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 463 - Advanced Studio Production


    Production of studio-based programs utilizing multiple cameras in a live or live-on-tape format.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 355 and COMS 357 and COMS 358 and successful portfolio review, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 465 - Computer-Mediated Communication


    Critical investigation of computer-mediated communication technologies, including but not limited to the Internet, cyberspace, and virtual reality. Examination of economic, social, political, and philosophical aspects of technology as well as practical experience with computer-based communication and information systems.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 466 - Narrative Scriptwriting


    Focus on structure, development, and execution of a narrative fiction script for media. Creativity, critical ability, and discipline in writing stressed.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 355.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 469 - Interactive Media Production II


    Advanced technologies and techniques for creating Web-based interactive multimedia. Theories of media integration and interaction design, development of practical skills with Web-based production technologies beyond basic HTML (i.e., CSS, ASP, XML, Flash, and JavaScript), and creation of several interactive projects for e-commerce, education, and public service applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 359 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 470 - Campaign Strategies and Development


    Development and presentation of public communication campaigns to include advertising, promotion, publicity, and corporate advocacy for business, public service, and political endeavors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 370 or COMS 380 or JOUR 335.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 480 - Communication and Conflict Management


    Communication principles and techniques in relation to conflict management and negotiation; emphasis on interpersonal and organizational contexts.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 303.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 481 - Communication Ethics in Organizations


    Study of communication ethics in organizational contexts. Examines major communication ethics issues and strategies for addressing unethical communication in the workplace.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 492 - Special Topics in Media Production


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 493 - Special Topics in Media Studies


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 495A - Senior Thesis


    Synthesis of theories, methods, and skills in the discipline of communication studies as exhibited through a thesis. Majors only.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 252 and senior standing.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 495B - Senior Portfolio


    Synthesis of competencies, abilities, and accomplishments during student careers using portfolio production methods and techniques with particular focus on digital formats for distribution by CD, DVD, or the Web. Especially relevant for those seeking employment. Majors only.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 252 and senior standing.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496A - Special Topics in Interpersonal Communication and Personal Relationships


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours when topic varies.  

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 303.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496B - Special Topics in Organizational Communication


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours when topic varies.  

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 302.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496C - Special Topics in Communication Theory


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496D - Special Topics in Persuasion and Social Influence


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours when topic varies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMS 304.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 496R - Special Topics in Rhetoric


    May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 497 - Internship


    Junior and senior declared communication studies majors, minors, and approved others only. May be repeated. No more than 3 semester hours may be included in the major. No more than 6 semester hours may be included in the baccalaureate degree. No more than 6 semester hours of the combination of COMS 408 and COMS 497 may be included in the major or the baccalaureate degree. Not available for credit to students having credit for ILAS 390. May not be taken concurrently with ILAS 390. S/U grading.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMS 498A - Independent Study


    Directed study and research. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • COMS 498B - Media Production Independent Study


    Directed study and research in media production. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-3

Communicative Disorders

  
  • AHCD 499 - Honors Capstone Project


    Intensive study of a selected topic in allied health or communicative disorders disciplines involving experimental or other scholarly work that serves as the capstone project in the University Honors Program. Open only to seniors within the School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders who are currently admitted to the University Honors Program.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of school and of the University Honors Program.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 220 - Introduction to Communicative Disorders


    Overview of speech, language, and hearing processes and disorders. Discussion of the professional and scientific roles of speech-language pathologists, and audiologists as well as the implications of assisting individuals with communicative disorders in social, educational, and vocational settings.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 221 - Phonetics and Phonology


    Speech sound production and structure of the sound system of the English language. Phonetic transcription and analysis of phonological patterns for clinical application.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 300 - Introduction to Audiology


    Introduction to the profession of audiology and clinical procedures; etiology and diagnosis of auditory disorders.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 301 - Hearing Conversation


    Background in noise and hearing, rules and regulations of workplace noise exposure, hearing protection, industrial hearing conservation programs, and safe management of personal listening choices.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 155 with a grade of C or better, or consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • COMD 305 - Language Development


    Overview of oral language acquisition including phonological, morphological, syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic development in children from infancy through adolescence.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: ENGL 207.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 323 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanisms


    Human anatomy and physiology of those structures and functions involved in the expressive and receptive aspects of oral communication.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: BIOS 109 or BIOS 357.

       

    Credits: 3

  
  • COMD 325 - Introduction to Hearing and Speech Science


    Physical acoustics, the normal auditory process, and psychophysical processes relevant to audition as well as perceptual, physiological, and acoustical analysis of speech.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMD 221; and MATH 155 or MATH 210; PHYS 150 or PHYS 180 or PHYS 210. CRQ: COMD 323.

    Credits: 4
  
  • COMD 330 - Neuroscience of Communication and Associated Behaviors


    Overview of the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology underlying communication and associated behaviors including sensory organization (auditory, visual, somatosensory), neuromotor control and higher-level language and cognitive mechanisms. Discussion of clinical syndromes associated with central and peripheral nervous system dysfunction. Note: Previous course work in an anatomy class is strongly recommended.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: At least sophomore standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 366X - Health Aspects of Aging


    Crosslisted as GERO 366. General study of aging from the perspective of the individual, with an emphasis on the concept of successful aging from a life course philosophy constrained by physical and cognitive changes and influenced by biological, psychological, and social aspects of the aging process.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Junior standing. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 421 - Aural Rehabilitation


    Theory and methods of habilitation/rehabilitation for communication disorders associated with hearing impairment across the life span.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMD 300 and senior standing and admission to deafness rehabilitation minor or communicative disorders major.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 423 - Developmental Speech and Language Disorders


    Disorders of speech and language in special populations; observations and clinical problem solving.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMD 221 and COMD 305.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 424 - Acquired Speech and Language Disorders


    Introduction to the identification, measurement, and treatment of neurogenic communication disorders,  fluency, and voice disorders. Course will provide an overview of these disorders including a focus on diagnosis and suggestions for treatment. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 429 - Assessment Procedures in Communicative Disorders


    Fundamental concepts underlying the evaluation of communicative disorders.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: COMD 220 and STAT 100 or STAT 200. CRQ: Junior status.

    Credits: 3
  
  • COMD 435 - Clinical Procedures and Professional Issues


    Presents general information concerning intervention principles and professional issues in communication disorders; including scopes of practice, clinical terminology, evaluation tools, construction of therapy plans, and report writing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: At least senior standing COMD major.

    Credits: 3

Computer Science

  
  • CSCI 180 - Computers and Technology


    Role and function of computers and information technology in the world today. Principles underlying everyday software, the World Wide Web, open source and copyright issues, and database privacy and security. Laboratory experiences will include use of commonly used software.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 205 - Introduction to Computing


    Introduction to computers, computer science, and programming techniques. Not available for credit toward the major in computer science or for students with prior credit in CSCI 210, CSCI 230, CSCI 240, CSCI 250, or OMIS 259.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110, MATH 155, MATH 206, MATH 210, MATH 211, or MATH 229, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 210 - Elementary Programming


    Laboratory course in computer programming using a major high-level computing language such as C and statistical packages such as SAS and SPSS. Not available for credit to students with prior credit in CSCI 230 or CSCI 240.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110, MATH 155, MATH 206, MATH 210, MATH 211, or 229; or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 215 - Visual Basic


    Laboratory course in computer programming using Visual Basic. Not available for credit to students with prior credit in courses numbered above CSCI 465.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110, satisfactory performance on the Mathematics Placement Examination, or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 230 - Computer Programming in FORTRAN


    In-depth laboratory course in computer programming using the FORTRAN language. Applications to mathematical problems in the physical sciences. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 211 or MATH 229.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 240 - Computer Programming in C++


    Emphasis on algorithm development and structured programming design and testing. Topics include input and output, decisions, loops, functions, arrays, text manipulation, files, and data abstraction.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110, MATH 155, MATH 206, MATH 210, MATH 211, or 229; or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 241 - Intermediate Programming


    A second course in programming techniques with emphasis on design and implementation of data structures applied to large-scale projects. Topics include static and dynamic implementation of linear and nonlinear data structures, recursion, searching and sorting algorithms, and algorithmic complexity analysis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 240 with a grade of C or better or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 250 - Computer Programming in COBOL


    A laboratory course in computer programming using the COBOL language. Emphasis on applications which require data management and the solution of problems involving evaluation of large amounts of data. Extensive laboratory work. Not available for credit to students with credit in CSCI 360.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 275 - Elementary Web Design


    Practical techniques for building web sites using HTML, CSS, and an integrated development environment. Aesthetic topics include designing an effective user interface with color, graphics, navigation, and layout. Not available for credit toward the major in computer science or for credit to students who have prior credit for COMS 359 or CSCI 475.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 290 - Topics and Innovations in Computer Science


    Topics of interest to non-majors in computer science. Contact department for specific topic in a given semester. Examples include computers in art, music, and dance; the myth of the paperless office; the facts about computerized voting machines; and game programming for non-majors. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours as subject varies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 110 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 297 - Directed Study


    Selected readings or projects to supplement lower-division CSCI courses. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CSCI 321 - iOS Mobile Device Programming


    Comprehensive introduction to building applications for mobile devices that use Apple’s iOS operating system. Topics covered will include application of Model-View-Controller design architecture, graphics, rich media content, multithreading, networking and interaction with hardware sensors. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 322 - Android Mobile Device Programming


    Android application programming including use of a standard integrated development environment, debugging, user interface creation, and multithreading and network applications. Instruction in coding, running, and debugging a variety of applications using software emulators as well as tethered hardware devices. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 323 - Microsoft Mobile Device Programming


    Comprehensive introduction to building Microsoft phone applications. Includes extensive programming in C#. Technical topics include user interface design, navigation, debugging, hardware sensors and web services. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 330 - UNIX and Network Programming


    UNIX system usage and commands. Shell script programming. Network programming concepts and protocols. System call level and basic network programming in C++. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 240.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 340 - Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis


    Application of analysis and design techniques to nonnumeric algorithms acting on data structures. Utilization of algorithmic analysis and design criteria in the selection of methods for data manipulation. Computing projects done in a high-level computing language. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241, or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 350 - Computer Security Basics


    Hands-on course covering basic computer security problems, and the tools (including encryption) available for dealing with them.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 360 - Computer Programming in Assembler Language


    In-depth study of assembler language programming on a third-generation computer, including internal and external subroutines, conditional assembly, and the macro language. Students required to write a number of substantial programs. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 390 - Internship


    Work in the computer field for a minimum of 20 hours per week. Reading and preparation of a paper under faculty supervision. May be repeated once. S/U grading. No more than 6 semester hours of CSCI 390 and/or CSCI 496 credit can be counted toward NIU’s required hours for graduation or toward NIU’s 40 upper-division hour requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Declared computer science major, CSCI 340 or CSCI 360, and consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 401 - Theory of Computation


    Introduction to automata theory, formal languages, and computability theory with an emphasis on how these topics relate to computers and computer programs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 206, MATH 211, or MATH 229; and CSCI 240.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 427 - Advanced iOS Mobile Device Programming


    In-depth coverage of advanced programming for mobile devices that use Apple’s iOS operating system. Topics include exception handling, memory and thread management, databases, and web services. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 321.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 428 - Advanced Android Mobile Device Programming


    In-depth coverage of Android application programming topics that build on the foundations taught in CSCI 322. These may include accessing JSON from a web service, creating and accessing an on board database, using location and map services, as well as exploring new hardware and software options. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 322.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 446 - Foundations of Enterprise Computing


    Survey of major topics and the state of the art in the field of modern enterprise computing including enterprise-level system architecture, system integration, interoperation, security, end-to-end enterprise solution delivery, XML, Web services and SOA, Grid computing, and mobile computing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 461 - Techniques of Computer Programming and Algorithmic Processes


    Advanced course in algorithmic processes and computer programming. A major higher-level language used in developing applications and the solutions of current problems. Knowledge of programming required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 463 - Computer Architecture and Systems Organization


    Organization and use of computer systems. Basic concepts and examples from microcomputers and networks, peripheral components, data communications, and the relationship between hardware components and the operating system. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 464 - Data Structures in Assembly Language


    In-depth study of the theory and the programming techniques related to the storage and management of various forms of data. Programming assignments require an advanced understanding of assembler language. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 465 - Enterprise Application Environments


    File, organization, job control languages, file access methods and utilities. Security. High-throughput data-intensive applications. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 466 - Databases


    Software development in a representative current database system. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 241 or equivalent or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 467 - Introduction to Software Engineering


    Phases of the systems development life cycle and the tools used by the analyst in planning, specifying, and implementing a complex computer-based system. Related topics include documentation standards, interaction with users, and design of interfaces. Assignments include at least one major group project.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340 or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 468 - Systems Programming


    Detailed study of systems programming on a third-generation computer. Emphasis on the logical organization of the computer used. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 464 or equivalent.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 470 - Programming in Java


    Intermediate-level course in object-oriented programming in Java, including multi-threading, graphical applets, and Internet-based distributed client-server database applications. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 473 - .Net Programming


    Comprehensive introduction to building Windows and web applications and web services using the Microsoft .NET development platform. Includes programming in the C# language, graphics programming, the .NET Common Language Runtime, the .NET Framework classes, ADO.NET, ASP.NET, and web services. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 475 - Web Development


    Examination of client-side web development. Technical topics include HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, JavaScript, and cross-browser compatibility. Includes designing an effective user interface with color, graphics, navigation, and related topics. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 476 - Web Development (Serverside)


    Examination of serverside web application development. Technical topics include a survey of serverside programming languages and frameworks. Includes designing and implementing a web application system using one of the frameworks. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSCI 480 - Principles of Operating Systems


    Principles and practices of modern operating system design. Includes file systems organization; memory management; multitasking; windowing interfaces; interprocess communication, including communications across a network; and client-server models of processing. Extensive laboratory work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 340 and CSCI 463, or consent of department.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSCI 490 - Topics in Computer Science


    A. Algorithms. Crosslisted as MATH 490AX.
    B. Artificial Intelligence
    C. Automata, Computability, and Formal Languages. Crosslisted as MATH 490CX.
    D. Compiler Design and Implementation
    E. Computer Systems
    G. Database Concepts
    J. Information Systems
    K. Programming Languages
    M. Computer Applications
    N. Computer Graphics
    Q. Computer Security
    R. Computer Networks
    U. Web Development

    Each lettered topic may be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours when subject changes. Students may repeat multiple lettered topics, each to its maximum.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Senior standing and consent of department.

    Credits: 3

  
  • CSCI 496 - Research and Development Internship


    Work as a paid intern. Reading and preparation of a paper under faculty supervision. May be repeated. No more than 3 semester hours in CSCI 496 may be included in the baccalaureate degree. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Declared computer science major and consent of department. Consent is competitive.

    Credits: 1-6
  
  • CSCI 497 - Undergraduate Readings in Computer Science


    Individual readings in computer science. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CSCI 499 - Senior Honors Capstone


    Preparation of an independent study honors project under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Will not count toward credit in the major.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Admission to the university honors program and consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3

Counseling

  
  • CAHC 211 - Career Planning


    Presentation of career development and career decision making as lifelong processes. Discussion of the relationship of individuals to their work. Practice in decision making and application of learned skills to personal, academic, and career planning. Not open to students with credit in ACCY 370, FINA 395, MGMT 395, MKTG 395, or OMIS 300.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHC 400 - Exploration in the Counseling Profession


    Training in facilitative communication skills and attention to one’s relationship with the helping occupations in the community.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHC 410 - Foundations of Career Education


    Concepts, evaluation, overview, and programs in career education.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHC 425 - Human Relations Skills and Strategies


    Overview of research and practice of human relations, strategies, and helping skills related to working with diverse individuals and groups. Strategies and skills practiced through experiential exercises.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHC 490 - Workshop in Counseling


    Contemporary issues and problems in the provision of human services. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when subject varies.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • CAHC 493 - Crisis Intervention in the Helping Professions


    Role and responsibilities of human services professionals in crisis intervention. Volunteerism, assessment, and case management for crisis situations in educational, community agency, medical, emergency management, and human resources settings.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CAHC 497 - Independent Study


    Independent study under direction of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3

Curriculum and Instruction

  
  • TLCI 300 - The Community: An Educational Resource


    Study of natural, built, and human resources within communities available for educational purposes.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TLCI 301X - Teaching with a Multicultural Perspective


    Crosslisted as LTIC 301. Examination and application of content materials focusing on cultural and linguistic diversity in the classroom and in society. Emphasis on role of teacher and school in providing information and instruction that promotes equitable and multicultural education for all students. Designed primarily for preservice teachers.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLCI 340 - Elementary School Curriculum


    Introduction to elementary school curriculum and study of the relationship of theory to practice.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLCI 422 - Middle School Organization and Instruction


    Development of middle school organizations and philosophy; forms of curricula; characteristics of early adolescent students; special concerns in instructional and activity planning. Fulfills middle-grade philosophy, curriculum, and instruction requirement for middle grades endorsement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Junior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLCI 424 - Methods and Materials in the Secondary School


    Modern principles of teaching and learning in relation to the guidance of learning activities in the high school class.

    Credits: 3
 

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