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CH 360 - The Chemistry and Analysis of Wine
3 credits
Explores the fundamental chemical principles associated with wine production and how chemical analysis contributes to the quality control of wine production. Prerequisite(s): CH 202 , CH 205 .
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CH 361 - The Chemistry and Analysis of Wine Lab
1 credit
Focuses on mastering analytical techniques and experiments which highlight the most common and significant analytical methods encountered in winemaking. Corequisite(s): CH 360 .
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CH 371 - Computer Applications in Chemistry
3 credits
Trains students in writing computer programs with applications to various problems of chemical importance. Languages and software used include BASIC and Mathcad for Windows. Students use the Department of Chemistry’s microcomputers and learn methods involving computer graphics for analysis of experimental data. Three 1-hour lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 203 and MTH 252 .Corequisite(s): CH 441 .
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CH 399 - Special Studies
1 to 18 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 401 - Research
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 403 - Thesis
1 to 9 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 405 - Reading and Conference
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 407 - Seminar
1 to 4 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 408 - Workshop
1 to 4 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 409 - Practicum
1 to 15 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits.
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CH 411 - Inorganic Chemistry
4 credits
Surveys contemporary theories and their application to inorganic compounds. Lecture topics include symmetry, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, coordination compounds, reaction mechanisms, periodicity, acids and bases, aqueous and nonaqueous solutions, organometallic and bioinorganic compounds, and descriptive chemistry of metals and nonmetals. Four lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 414 .
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CH 414 - Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
1 credit
Studies inorganic compounds and complexes, including the synthesis and characterization of air-sensitive and water-sensitive organometallic compounds and transition metal complexes. One 3-hour laboratory.Corequisite(s): CH 411 .
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CH 421 - Analytical Chemistry
3 credits
Covers the principles of quantitative analytical chemistry. Topics include equilibria in gravimetric, volumetric, and electrochemical methods of analysis, along with a brief introduction to spectroscopy and analytical separations. Two 90-minute lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 203 and CH 206 .Corequisite(s): CH 422 .
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CH 422 - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
1 credit
Involves students in quantitative analytical laboratory work, including gravimetric, volumetric, and a limited number of instrumental methods. One 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): CH 203 and CH 206 .Corequisite(s): CH 421 .
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CH 425 - Instrumental Analysis
3 credits
Explores the theory of instrumental methods of chemical analysis, including spectroscopy, chromatography, voltammetry, and other topics. Two 90-minute lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 421 , CH 422 , and CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 426 .
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CH 426 - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
1 credit
Emphasizes basic electronics, the application of instrumental techniques, the optimization of instrumental parameters, and the treatment of data. One 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): CH 421 , CH 422 , and CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 425 .
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CH 427 - Advanced Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
1 credit
Integrated laboratory course covers the instrumental analysis and characterization of inorganic or organic compounds. Involves the synthesis of an inorganic or organic compound, followed by analysis and characterization using a variety of instrumental methods. One 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): CH 340 , CH 414 , and CH 426 .
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CH 434 - Organic Chemistry Workshop Mentor
1 to 2 credits
Mentors for peer-led, team-learning workshops focus on solving organic chemistry problems encountered in CH 334 .Prerequisite(s): CH 336 .
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CH 435 - Organic Chemistry Workshop Mentor
1 to 2 credits
Mentors for peer-led team-learning workshops focus on solving organic chemistry problems encountered in CH 335 .Prerequisite(s): CH 336 .
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CH 436 - Organic Chemistry Workshop Mentor
1 to 2 credits
Mentors for peer-led team-learning workshops focus on solving organic chemistry problems encountered in CH 336 .Prerequisite(s): CH 336 .
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CH 441 - Physical Chemistry
3 credits
A detailed theoretical study of the macroscopic behavior and microscopic structure of matter using mathematical models. Topics include real and ideal gases, kinetic-molecular theory of gases, and the development and application of thermodynamics to problems of chemical interest. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 203 and CH 206 , MTH 252 , and PH 221 , PH 222 , and PH 223 .Corequisite(s): CH 371 .
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CH 442 - Physical Chemistry
3 credits
Examines the development and application of thermodynamics to solutions of electrolytes and nonelectrolytes, as well as statistical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and chemical kinetics. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 444R and CH 444 .
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CH 443 - Physical Chemistry
3 credits
Introduces the theory and application of quantum mechanics to atomic and molecular structure. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 442 .Corequisite(s): CH 445 and CH 445R .
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CH 444 - Physical-Chemical Measurements
2 credits
Laboratory experience involving computer-enhanced methods of physical-chemical experimentation. Provides experience in programming in BASIC and Mathcad. Experiments utilize student-written software for collection and analysis of experimental data. Emphasizes data collection for device calibration and collection of thermodynamic data. One lecture and one 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): CH 371 and CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 444R and CH 442 .
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CH 444R - Physical-Chemical Measurerments Recitation
0 credits
Laboratory experience involving computer-enhanced methods of physical-chemical experimentation. Provides experience in programming in BASIC and Mathcad. Experiments utilize student-written software for collection and analysis of experimental data. Emphasizes data collection for device calibration and collection of thermodynamic data. One lecture and one 3-hour laboratory.Corequisite(s): CH 444 .
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CH 445 - Physical-Chemical Measurements
2 credits
Laboratory experience emphasizing data collection and analysis in chemical reaction kinetics and spectroscopic analysis of molecular structure.Prerequisite(s): CH 371 , CH 442 , and CH 444 .Corequisite(s): CH 443 and CH 445R .
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CH 445R - Physical-Chemical Measurerments Recitation
0 credits
Laboratory experience emphasizing data collection and analysis in chemical reaction kinetics and spectroscopic analysis of molecular structure.Corequisite(s): CH 445 .
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CH 451 - Biochemistry
3 credits
Examines the chemistry of biological systems, including underlying organic, thermodynamic, and chemical principles. Introduces biological macromolecules, including nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 332 or CH 336 .
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CH 452 - Biochemistry
3 credits
Systematic assessment of metabolism, including major oxidative and biosynthetic pathways. Includes aspects of enzyme mechanisms and kinetics, metabolic regulation, derivation of metabolic energy, and metabolic defects as they relate to the basis of disease. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 451 .
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CH 453 - Biochemistry
3 credits
Introduces the principles of molecular genetics as they apply to biochemical systems. Includes cellular repair mechanisms, recombinant DNA technologies, and a detailed look at the processes of DNA replication, transcription and translation, and genetic regulation. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 452 .
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CH 454 - Biochemistry Laboratory
1 credit
Application of contemporary biochemical techniques to protein purification, protein structural analysis, and enzyme kinetics. One 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): CH 451 .Corequisite(s): CH 452 .
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CH 455 - Biochemistry Laboratory
1 credit
Introduces tools of nucleic acid analysis, lipid chemistry, and natural product isolation and characterization. One 3-hour lab.Prerequisite(s): CH 452 and CH 454 .Corequisite(s): CH 453 .
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CH 460 - Forensic Serology and DNA Analysis
4 credits
Examines the principles of forensic identification analysis and comparison of biological evidentiary samples such as blood, semen, saliva, and other biological samples and tissues. Explores electrophoresis, DNA extraction procedures, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), DNA typing, sex and race determination, methods of DNA analysis and detection, and other topics. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): BI 341 and CH 451 .
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CH 464 - Analysis of Physical Evidence
4 credits
Examines the concepts of analytical chemistry as they apply to the analysis of physical evidence. Includes arson and explosives debris, drugs, gunshot residue, documents, fibers, paints, glass, and other types of evidence encountered in the crime laboratory. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): CH 340 , CH 425 , CH 426 .
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CH 481 - Advanced Organic Spectroscopy
3 credits
Offers lecture and laboratory exposure to single- and multi-dimensional NMR experiments, IR, and MS. Emphasizes small group interaction, problem solving, and presentation skills.Prerequisite(s): CH 340 .
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CH 482 - Forensic Research Project
3 credits
Immerses students in a laboratory-based research project of interest to the National Fish and Wildlife Forensics Lab (NFWFL) in Ashland. Provides experience with scientific research methodologies and instrumentation in collaboration with researchers at both the NFWFL and the SOU Chemistry Department. A minimum of six hours a week of scheduled research time is recommended. There is a mandatory meeting in the winter term with researchers at the NFWFL.Prerequisite(s): CH 425 and CH 426 .
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CH 485 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry
1 to 2 credits
Advanced course covering special topics in analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, or biochemistry. Prerequisites and credits vary with topic. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
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CH 497 - Senior Project
1 credit
Designed as a practical application of students’ accumulated knowledge. Typically involves supervised study or research, which may be conducted inside or outside the department. All projects must be approved by faculty. Must be taken during the senior year and is required for graduation.
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CH 498 - Senior Project
1 credit
A continuation of the project started in CH 497 . Must be taken during the senior year and is required for graduation.Prerequisite(s): CH 497 .
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CH 499 - Senior Project
1 credit
A continuation of the project pursued in CH 498 . Entails substantial library research, writing, and oral presentation components. All projects must be approved by faculty. Must be taken during the senior year and is required for graduation.Prerequisite(s): CH 498 .
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CH 501 - Research
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 503 - Thesis
1 to 9 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 505 - Reading and Conference
1 to 6 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 507 - Seminar
1 to 4 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CH 508 - Workshop
Credits to be arranged
Workshop
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CH 509 - Practicum
1 to 9 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeat for a maximum of 15 credits.
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CH 511 - Inorganic Chemistry
4 credits
Surveys contemporary theories and their application to inorganic compounds. Lecture topics include symmetry, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, coordination compounds, reaction mechanisms, periodicity, acids and bases, aqueous and nonaqueous solutions, organometallic and bioinorganic compounds, and descriptive chemistry of metals and nonmetals. Four lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 414 .
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CH 514 - Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
1 credit
Studies inorganic compounds and complexes, including the synthesis and characterization of air-sensitive and water-sensitive organometallic compounds and transition metal complexes. One 3-hour laboratory.Corequisite(s): CH 411 .
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CH 525 - Instrumental Analysis
3 credits
Explores the theory of instrumental methods of chemical analysis, including spectroscopy, chromatography, voltammetry, and other topics. Two 90-minute lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 421 , CH 422 , and CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 426 .
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CH 526 - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
1 credit
Emphasizes basic electronics, the application of instrumental techniques, the optimization of instrumental parameters, and the treatment of data. One 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): CH 421 , CH 422 , and CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 426 .
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CH 541 - Physical Chemistry
3 credits
A detailed theoretical study of the macroscopic behavior and microscopic structure of matter using mathematical models. Topics include real and ideal gases, kinetic-molecular theory of gases, and the development and application of thermodynamics to problems of chemical interest. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 203 and CH 206 , MTH 252 , and PH 221 , PH 222 , and PH 223 .Corequisite(s): CH 371 .
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CH 542 - Physical Chemistry
3 credits
Examines the development and application of thermodynamics to solutions of electrolytes and nonelectrolytes, as well as statistical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and chemical kinetics. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 544 and CH 544R .
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CH 543 - Physical Chemistry
3 credits
Introduces the theory and application of quantum mechanics to atomic and molecular structure. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 442 .Corequisite(s): CH 545 and CH 545R .
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CH 544 - Physical-Chemical Measurements
2 credits
Laboratory experience involving computer-enhanced methods of physical-chemical experimentation. Provides experience in programming in BASIC and Mathcad. Experiments utilize student-written software for collection and analysis of experimental data. Emphasizes data collection for device calibration and collection of thermodynamic data. One lecture and one 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): CH 371 and CH 441 .Corequisite(s): CH 542 and CH 544R .
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CH 544R - Physical-Chemical Measurerments Recitation
0 credits
Laboratory experience involving computer-enhanced methods of physical-chemical experimentation. Provides experience in programming in BASIC and Mathcad. Experiments utilize student-written software for collection and analysis of experimental data. Emphasizes data collection for device calibration and collection of thermodynamic data. One lecture and one 3-hour laboratory.Corequisite(s): CH 544 .
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CH 545 - Physical-Chemical Measurements
2 credits
Laboratory experience emphasizing data collection and analysis in chemical reaction kinetics and spectroscopic analysis of molecular structure.Prerequisite(s): CH 371 , , and CH 444 .Corequisite(s): CH 543 and CH 545R .
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CH 545R - Physical-Chemical Measurerments Recitation
0 credits
Laboratory experience emphasizing data collection and analysis in chemical reaction kinetics and spectroscopic analysis of molecular structure.Corequisite(s): CH 545 .
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CH 551 - Biochemistry
3 credits
Examines the chemistry of biological systems, including underlying organic, thermodynamic, and chemical principles. Introduces biological macromolecules, including nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 332 or CH 336 .
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CH 552 - Biochemistry
3 credits
Systematic assessment of metabolism, including major oxidative and biosynthetic pathways. Includes aspects of enzyme mechanisms and kinetics, metabolic regulation, derivation of metabolic energy, and metabolic defects as they relate to the basis of disease. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 451 .
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CH 553 - Biochemistry
3 credits
Introduces the principles of molecular genetics as they apply to biochemical systems. Includes cellular repair mechanisms, recombinant DNA technologies, and a detailed look at the processes of DNA replication, transcription and translation, and genetic regulation. Three lectures.Prerequisite(s): CH 452 .
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CH 554 - Biochemistry Laboratory
1 credit
Application of contemporary biochemical techniques to protein purification, protein structural analysis, and enzyme kinetics. One 3-hour laboratory.Prerequisite(s): CH 451 .Corequisite(s): CH 452 .
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CH 555 - Biochemistry Laboratory
1 credit
Introduces tools of nucleic acid analysis, lipid chemistry, and natural product isolation and characterization. One 3-hour lab.Prerequisite(s): CH 452 and CH 454 .Corequisite(s): CH 453 .
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CH 585 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry
1 to 2 credits
Advanced course covering special topics in analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, or biochemistry. Prerequisites and credits vary with topic. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
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CHN 101 - Beginning Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture I
4 credits
Introduction to the Mandarin Chinese language. All four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing will be stressed, with specific emphasis on speaking skills. Students will also begin the study of Chinese characters. The relationship between language and culture will be stressed throughout.
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CHN 102 - Beginning Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture II
4 credits
Introduction to the Mandarin Chinese language. All four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing will be stressed, with specific emphasis on speaking skills. Students will also begin the study of Chinese characters. The relationship between language and culture will be stressed throughout.
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CHN 103 - Beginning Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture III
4 credits
Introduction to the Mandarin Chinese language. All four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing will be stressed, with specific emphasis on speaking skills. Students will also begin the study of Chinese characters. The relationship between language and culture will be stressed throughout.
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CHN 199 - Special Studies
1 to 4 credits
Special studies in Chinese language and culture. Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CHN 201 - Intermediate Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture I
4 credits
Enables students to reach at least intermediate low language proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and to study Chinese culture. Continues the study of Chinese characters started in Beginning Mandarin Chinese. Students communicate in Chinese on topics ranging from everyday life, family, and work to political, economic, and social questions affecting culture. Materials include a variety of cultural texts, and various media resources. Closed to native speakers of Chinese.Prerequisite(s): CHN 101 , CHN 102 , CHN 103 .
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CHN 202 - Intermediate Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture II
4 credits
Enables students to reach at least intermediate low language proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and to study Chinese culture. Continues the study of Chinese characters started in Beginning Mandarin Chinese. Students communicate in Chinese on topics ranging from everyday life, family, and work to political, economic, and social questions affecting culture. Materials include a variety of cultural texts, and various media resources. Closed to native speakers of Chinese.Prerequisite(s): CHN 101 , CHN 102 , CHN 103 .
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CHN 203 - Intermediate Mandarin Chinese Language and Culture III
4 credits
Enables students to reach at least intermediate low language proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and to study Chinese culture. Continues the study of Chinese characters started in Beginning Mandarin Chinese. Students communicate in Chinese on topics ranging from everyday life, family, and work to political, economic, and social questions affecting culture. Materials include a variety of cultural texts, and various media resources. Closed to native speakers of Chinese.Prerequisite(s): CHN 101 , CHN 102 , CHN 103 .
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CHN 209 - Practicum
1 to 4 credits
Practicum in Chinese language and culture. Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CHN 299 - Special Studies
1 to 4 credits
Special studies in Chinese language and culture. Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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CM 322 - Online Journalism: New Media Practice and Theory
4 credits
Explores the role of the Internet in reshaping journalistic practices, including newsgathering, reporting, editing, social networks, digital visual journalism, and web-based content design. Students demonstrate the use of the Internet as a reporting tool, develop an understanding of the technological components of computer-assisted reporting and web design, and explore how multimediality or different media formats can best tell a story.Prerequisite(s): EMDA 201 and JRN 251 , JRN 261 .
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CM 363 - Documentary Film Theory and Criticism
4 credits
Introduces students to the history and theory of documentary cinema and social documentary still photography. Reviews and analyzes the evolution of the documentary film and photography genres, as well as varieties of approaches adopted in covering diverse political, economic, cultural, social and historical subjects.Prerequisite(s): Completion of University Studies writing requirements.
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CM 399 - Special Studies
1 to 4 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
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COMM 125 - Interpersonal Communication
4 credits
Focuses on message exchange in dyadic interaction. Emphasizes development of various communication skills in interpersonal contexts. May be approved for University Studies (Information Literacy-Strand C).
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COMM 199 - Special Studies
1 to 18 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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COMM 200 - Communication Across Cultures
4 credits
Provides an introduction to cultural and intercultural communication. Students are exposed to a variety of ways in which cultures and communication intersect through readings, lectures, and guest speakers from the multicultural community. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities).
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COMM 201 - Media Across Cultures
4 credits
Offers a critical evaluation of how the media influence individual and societal perceptions, values, and behavior. Examines a variety of media systems and practices across cultures that contribute to individual and collective meaning; analyzes how that process shapes communication practices. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities).
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COMM 202 - Introduction to Media and Popular Culture
4 credits
Examines popular media as a dynamic arena for social and cultural expression. Drawing on the interdisciplinary traditions of Media Theory and Cultural Studies, students will engage with key debates over the relationship between media and culture, examine divergent media consumption and production practices, and become familiar with different modes of critical analysis. Emphasis will be given to providing an overview of the theoretical range of cultural and media studies.
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COMM 210 - Public Speaking
4 credits
Emphasizes the development of public speaking abilities and critical awareness of the processes, content, and forms of oral communication. Open to freshmen and sophomores who do not have previous speech experience. May be approved for University Studies (Information Literacy-Strand C).
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COMM 225 - Small Group Communication
4 credits
Examines the communication variables within the small, task-oriented group. Emphasizes the decision-making process.
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COMM 300 - Research Strategies
4 credits
Examines key concepts and methods for gathering and evaluating information. Students gain an understanding of the research processes within the field of communication, from formulating a research question and organizing a search strategy to hands-on research and academic writing. Prerequisite course for all communication majors taking 400-level courses.Prerequisite(s): Completion of University Studies requirements and junior standing.
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COMM 301 - Communication Theory
4 credits
Examines a broad range of communication theories within the dyadic, group, organizational, public, intercultural, and mass communication contexts.Prerequisite(s): COMM 200 and COMM 201 .
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COMM 310 - Advanced Public Speaking
4 credits
Public speaking course for students who have taken an introductory course and college juniors and seniors with experience in public speaking who have not taken COMM 210 . Emphasizes content strategies, alternate organizational patterns, speaking styles, and use of language.
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COMM 324 - Nonverbal Communication
4 credits
Examines the nonlinguistic aspects of human communication. Students review empirical literature and participate in exercises to promote awareness of and skill development in nonverbal communication.Prerequisite(s): COMM 125 .
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COMM 330 - Interviewing and Listening
4 credits
Examines and develops interviewee and interviewer skills in job selection interviews, as well as social scientific interviewing techniques.Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above
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COMM 332 - Discourse Analysis of Social Problems
4 credits
Examines the construction of social problems (such as homelessness and hunger) by media; policymakers; and stakeholders, including community-based groups, social movements, and nongovernmental and civic organizations. Explores how voices and perspectives are framed and disseminated in the public realm and how power works through language, texts, and social action. Includes a community-based learning component involving community service, applied projects, and reflective, action-based learning. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand I).Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above
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COMM 340 - Family Communication
4 credits
Introduces communication phenomena in the setting of the family. Focuses on understanding how we develop, maintain, enhance, or disturb family relationships through a variety of communicative processes, with an emphasis on systems, dialectical, and narrative theories. Analyzes the form and function of family stories from a constructionist perspective (including what gets told, by whom, how, and when) and examines the meanings these stories hold for family members.Prerequisite(s): COMM 125 .
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COMM 342 - Persuasion
4 credits
Study and practice of persuasive communication. Examines social and psychological foundations, ethical issues, and contemporary theory and practice.Prerequisite(s): COMM 210 .
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COMM 343 - Argumentation, Debate, and Critical Thinking
4 credits
Explores critical thinking through creating, defending, and critiquing propositions of fact, value and policy. Teaches argumentative strategies for political and competitive debate. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand I). Prerequisite(s): COMM 210 .
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COMM 355 - Communication, Culture, and Conflict
4 credits
Examines the role of culture in how we understand, experience, and manage conflict. Explores cultural variables that may underlie or cause conflict, conceptual models for understanding and managing conflict across cultural groups, and perspectives on understanding and engaging in conflict at local, national and international levels. Using case studies and exploration of current events, students analyze interpersonal, intergroup, and international aspects of conflict. Class restriction: Junior standing or above.
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COMM 370 - Mass Media Theory
4 credits
Introduces and analyzes various social scientific and critical theoretical models of mass communication. Emphasizes the relationship of these theories to mass media in today’s society.Prerequisite(s): COMM 201 .
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COMM 377 - Activities
1 to 4 credits
Supervised on-campus communication activity approved by the Communication Department chair or designee. Includes the application of principles and theories of communication in educational, professional, and community settings. See Academic Credit Policies for credit information. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
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COMM 399 - Special Studies
1 to 4 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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COMM 401 - Research*
1 to 12 credits
*COMM 501, COMM 505 , and COMM 507 are limited to 12 credits singly or in combination. Repeatable.
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COMM 403 - Thesis
1 to 12 credits
Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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COMM 405 - Reading and Conference*
1 to 4 credits
*COMM 501 , COMM 505 , and COMM 507 are limited to 12 credits singly or in combination. Repeatable.
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COMM 407 - Seminar
1 to 4 credits
*COMM 501 , COMM 505 , and COMM 507 are limited to 12 credits singly or in combination. Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
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COMM 409 - Practicum/Internship
1 to 15 credits
Supervised off-campus internship approved by the Communication Department chair or designee. Includes the application of principles and theories of communication in educational, professional, and community settings. See Academic Credit Policies for credit information. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite(s): COMM 300 .
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