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2016 Undergraduate Catalog 1.2 (SUMMER - FALL) [ARCHIVED CATALOG - Consult with Your Academic Advisor for Your Catalog Year]

Course Descriptions

The figure in parentheses following the title of the course indicates the number of credit hours for that course. Courses with variable credit are shown with the range of credit available, for example (1 to 6). The College reserves the right to cancel any course if enrollment does not warrant its continuance, and make changes in the curriculum at any time.

Please consult your adviser for any prerequisites.
 

Biology
  

  • BIO 329 - Evolution (3)

    Modern evolutionary analysis of microevolution, macroevolution, molecular evolution, population genetics, and phylogeny reconstruction. Philosophy of science and experimental design are studied as they relate to evolutionary biology. Lecture Only. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 212 .
  

  • BIO 336 - Histology (0, 4)

    Microscopic anatomy of mammals, focusing on tissue morphology, development and organization in major organ systems. Structural aspects of differentiated tissues and related physiological function. Lecture and Laboratory. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211  and BIO 212 .
  

  • BIO 338 - Animal Behavior (3)

    Evolutionary and ecological approach to the study of animal behavior. Identification of major patterns and processes of behavior and proximate and ultimate factors influencing behavior; discussion of classical and current methodologies for studying behavior. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211 , BIO 212  and a minimum GPA of 3.0 or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • BIO 338L - Animal Behavior Laboratory (1)

    Contemporary experimental methods using an ecological and evolutionary approach to the study of animal behavior. Observational and experimental procedures will be used to study animal behavior in the laboratory and natural habitats.
  

  • BIO 343 - Neuroscience (3)

    The nervous system, from building blocks to brain, including disciplines of anatomy, physiology, cell biology, and psychophysics. Critical analysis of the primary literature. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211  and BIO 212 , or CHE 211  and CHE 212 , or PHY 151  and PHY 152 .
  

  • BIO 362 - Endocrinology (3)

    Advanced study on the functional interrelationships of the endocrine system within biological organisms. Emphasis on the endocrine system’s response to external and internal stimuli in maintaining homeostasis. Phylogeny of hormones and clinical dysfunction. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 324  or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • BIO 363 - Biochemistry (3)

    Chemical and biological properties of the principal components of cellular metabolism. Emphasis on the interrelation and controls of the metabolic pathways involved in energy utilization. Same as CHE 363 . Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 331  and CHE 332 .
  

  • BIO 390 - Independent Study (1 to 3)

    Individually supervised research and study. Provides opportunity for students to engage in original research or to pursue scholarly investigations beyond the boundaries of established courses. Arranged by agreement between the student and the instructor, subject to approval of coordinator and division dean.
  

  • BIO 400 - Contemporary Biological Research (1)

    Various topics, based on research presented by guest lecturers, including those from the ASA Gray Seminars. Requires reading and discussion of the current literature presented in these talks. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 232  or Permission of the Instructor.
  

  • BIO 420 - Short Course in Biology (1)

    Examination of biology not covered extensively in another course. The format could include lectures, discussions, laboratory exercises, field work, or any combination of these. Students may take up to three times for upper-level biology elective credits if topics differ. Students may subsequently take for unlimited free elective credits if topics differ. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211 , BIO 212 , and BIO 232 , or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • BIO 423 - Freshwater Biology (0, 4)

    Inland freshwater habitats covering physical, chemical, and biological interrelationships. Sampling and identification of microscopic and macroscopic biota; energy cycling; morphometry; measurement and analysis of light; temperature, dissolved ions and gases. Laboratory and field work. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211 , BIO 212 , CHE 211 , CHE 212 , BIO 323  or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • BIO 428 - Zoo Animal Behavior and Husbandry (0, 4)

    Principles of animal behavior in a zoo setting. Includes learning modern zoo techniques for observing, caring for animals, and developing enriched environments to enhance normal behavior of zoo animals, and training of zoo animals. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 338  and BIO 338L  
  

  • BIO 432 - Principles of Microbiology (0, 4)

    Survey of microbial groups including bacteria, viruses, fungi, protists, and some invertebrate parasites. Bacterial structure, physiology, genetics, infection and disease, and immune response. Laboratory experience in isolation, culturing, morphological and biochemical characterization and identification; chemical and physical control of microbial growth. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211  and CHE 211  and CHE 212 .
  

  • BIO 436 - Biology of Vertebrates (0, 4)

    Vertebrate animals from an evolutionary perspective. Laboratory emphasizes comparative anatomy including gross anatomical and histological material. Lecture includes ecology, behavior, anatomy, and evolutionary relationships. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 212 .
  

  • BIO 437 - Biology of Invertebrates (0, 4)

    Survey of invertebrate animals from an evolutionary perspective, including the ecology of behavior, anatomy, and evolutionary relationships of major groups. Laboratory emphasizes comparative study of form and function of representative species. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 212 .
  

  • BIO 438 - Conservation Biology (3)

    Biodiversity and conservation of species and habitats including quantification of biodiversity; human-accelerated threats to biodiversity and various solutions to these threats; and the social, economic, and political dimensions of the conservation of biodiversity. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 212 .
  

  • BIO 450 - Senior Research in Biology (3)

    Supervised independent research at approved facilities. Two semester commitment recommended. Applications must be submitted the semester prior to starting date. May satisfy Honors Program requirements. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of department only.
  

  • BIO 453 - Molecular Biology (0,4)

    This course focuses on how nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) interact with proteins to regulate a variety of cellular processes. Emphasis will be placed on the molecular mechanisms of DNA replication, mutation and repair, transcription, protein synthesis, gene regulation, RNA biology, epigenetics, and genomics in eukaryotes and prokaryotes. Topics in modern molecular biology and applications of techniques in a variety of fields ranging from medicine to agriculture will be integrated into the course. Laboratories employ techniques in modern recombinant DNA technology and its applications. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 321  or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • BIO 454 - Immunology (3)

    Advanced study of the immune system in animals. Emphasis on immunochemistry, cellular immunity, immunopathology, and role of immune system in transplantation, cancer, and AIDS. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 327  or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • BIO 455 - Virology (3)

    Biology of bacterial, plant and animal viruses. Virus structure, infective and replicative cycles, virus-host interactions. Role of viruses in infectious disease and cancer. Viruses as vehicles in biotechnology and gene therapy.
  

  • BIO 463 - Neuropharmacology (3)

    Biological basis of how pharmaceutical drugs interact with the central nervous system and alter behavior. Examines cellular mechanisms of disease and interactions between cells and drugs, especially those treating diseases and influencing human behavior. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 343 .
  

  • BIO 464 - Sensory Biology (3)

    Examination of sensory systems including: how environmental stimuli are transduced by various sensory systems, how information is encoded, and how the brain processes and analyzes incoming information. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 101  and BIO 102 , or BIO 324 .
  

  • BIO 470 - Practicum in Biology (3)

    Applied experience in a specific field of study. Interns will work with or shadow a professional in an applied area of biology, prepare a manuscript and oral presentation describing the experience. Prerequisite(s); if any: 25 credits in Biology.
  

  • BIO 489 - Honors Tutorial (3)

    Open to students in the Utica College Honors Program. Original laboratory or theoretical research with a faculty member. May meet as Biology 450 or as Biology 495. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211  and Senior standing.
  

  • BIO 490 - Independent Study (1 to 3)

    Individually supervised research and study.
  

  • BIO 495 - Senior Seminar (3)

    Critical analysis of research literature and integration of diverse disciplines to foster a more comprehensive understanding of issues in the biological sciences. Prerequisite(s); if any: 25 credits of Biology coursework.
  

  • BIO 499 - Honors Tutorial (3)

    Open to Students in the Utica College Honors Program. Original; laboratory or theoretical research with a faculty member. May meet as Biology 450 or as Biology 495. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211  and Senior standing.
  

  • BIO 524 - Tropical Ecology (3)

    Study of relationship between tropical organisms and their environment, with special emphasis on biological diversity, and population, community, and ecosystem ecology of tropical environments. Required field trip to the tropics.
  

  • BIO 528 - Science and Fiction (3)

    Popular fiction, cinema and video as a teaching and learning tool in biology.
  

  • BIO 538 - Animal Behavior (3)

    Evolutionary and ecological approach to the study of animal behavior. Identification of major patterns and processes of behavior and proximate and ultimate factors influencing behavior; discussion of classical and current methodologies for studying behavior. Same as BIO 338 . Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211  BIO 212  and a minimum GPA of 3.0 or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • BIO 538L - Animal Behavior Laboratory (1)

    Contemporary experimental methods using an ecological and evolutionary approach to the study of animal behavior. Observational and experimental procedures will be used to study animal behavior in the laboratory and natural habitats. Same as BIO 338L .
  

  • BIO 543 - Neuroscience (3)

    The nervous system, from building blocks to brain, including disciplines of anatomy, physiology, cell biology, and psychophysics. Critical analysis of the primary literature. Same as BIO 343 .
  

  • BIO 590 - Independent Study (0 to 6)

    Individual reading or research in a topic of interest between the student and the instructor. Must be approved in advance by the appropriate graduate program director.
  

  • NEU 420 - Short Course in Neuroscience (1)

    Examination of neuroscience not covered extensively in another course. The format could include lectures, discussions, laboratory exercises, field work, or any combination of these. Students may take up to three times for upper-level neuroscience elective credits if topics differ.  Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 211 , BIO 212 , and BIO 232  or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • NEU 450 - Senior Research (3)

    Students conduct original research on a subject in neuroscience based on proposals generated in Psychology 312 or in consultation with a faculty mentor in the Psychology or Biology Department. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 231 , BIO 232 , or PSY 312 ; junior or senior standing; and Permission of Instructor.
  

  • NEU 495 - Senior Seminar (3)

    Critical analysis of current research by reading literature in the field of neuroscience to foster a more comprehensive understanding of the field. Integrates previous learning in small group settings.
  

  • PSB 450 - Senior Research (3)

    Students conduct original research on a subject spanning the disciplines if psychology and biology based on proposals generated in PSY 312  or in consultation with a faculty mentor in the Psychology or Biology Department. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 231  and BIO 232 , or PSY 312 ; Junior or Senior standing; and Permission of Instructor.
  

  • PSB 495 - Senior Seminar (3)

    Critical analysis of current research literature and integration of diverse sub-disciplines in the field of psychobiology to foster a more comprehensive understanding of the field. Integrates previous learning in small group settings.

Chemistry
  

  • CHE 103 - Chemistry and Society (3)

    Study of the chemical principles necessary to understand examples drawn from students’ daily experiences and current news items such as nuclear power, plastics, food, genetic technology, ozone depletion, acid precipitation, greenhouse effect, drugs, cosmetics, poisons, household chemicals. Lecture/discussion/demonstration. Model building with kits supplied.
  

  • CHE 105 - Chemistry of Everyday Things (0,4)

    Study of the chemistry behind everyday items, such as food, drugs, cosmetics, and plastics, through exploration using a lecture and laboratory setting.
  

  • CHE 211 - General Chemistry I (0,4)

    Atomic & molecular structure used to develop fundamental principles of physical and chemical properties of all matter. Modern applications of chemistry. States of matter, symmetry, reactivity, kinetics, oxidation/ reduction, acid/base, organic and biochemical structures. Lecture and laboratory. High school chemistry and algebra helpful but not required.
  

  • CHE 212 - General Chemistry II (0,4)

    Chemical equilibrium, kinetics, acids/bases, oxidation/reduction, metals, nonmetals, organic chemistry, biochemistry. Three hours of lecture/demonstration/ discussion and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 211  
  

  • CHE 213 - Introduction to Chemical Research Methods (3)

    How chemists perform and communicate research. Experimental design, chemical analysis, use of chemical literature, use of chemical data. Communication methods including writing in ACS style, graphing and importing of graphs, written and oral presentations. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 211 . Corequisite(s): CHE 212 .
  

  • CHE 263 - Introduction to Organic & Biochemistry (0,4)

    Basic concepts of organic and biochemistry. Structure, chemistry, and importance of selected carbon compounds, aspects of cellular metabolism. Relationship between medicine and chemistry. Lecture and laboratory. Does not count toward the major in biology, chemistry or physics. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 211 .
  

  • CHE 323 - Quantitative Analysis (0,5)

    Fundamental and modern chemical analysis. Laboratory applications and interpretations of analytical data. Gravimetry, titrimetry, optical, and electroanalytical methods. Lecture, discussion, problem solving. Six hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 212 .
  

  • CHE 331 - Organic Chemistry I (0,4)

    Chemistry of carbon compounds. Structure, mechanism, synthesis, instrumentation. Three hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 212 .
  

  • CHE 332 - Organic Chemistry II (0,4)

    Chemistry of carbon compounds. Structure, mechanism, synthesis, instrumentation. Three hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 212 . 
  

  • CHE 345 - Physical Chemistry I: Thermodynamics & Kinetics 3 (3)

    Classical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and reaction kinetics. Applications to chemical and biological phenomena. Same as PHY 345 . Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 212 , MAT 202  and one year of college physics.
  

  • CHE 346 - Physical Chemistry II: Structure (3)

    Quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, kinetic theory, Maxwell-Boltzmann statistics. Prerequisite(s); if any: MAT 202  and one year of college physics.
  

  • CHE 346L - Physical Chemistry Laboratory (1)

    Laboratory work in thermodynamics, kinetics, spectroscopy, and molecular modeling to accompany CHE 346. Prerequisite(s); if any: One year of physics, CHE 332  and CHE 345  preferred. Corequisite(s): CHE 346  
  

  • CHE 350 - Research Methods (1 to 3)

    Chemical and biochemical research under the direction of a faculty member. Each student and her or his research adviser must submit a proposal to the department for approval prior to enrollment. Students must submit a research summary to the department at the end of the semester and present an oral report to a session of CHE 400 .
  

  • CHE 363 - Biochemistry (3)

    Chemical and biological properties of the principal components of cellular metabolism. Emphasis on the interrelation and controls of the metabolic pathways involved in energy utilization. Same as BIO 363 . Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 331  and CHE 332 .
  

  • CHE 363L - Biochemistry Laboratory (1)

    Biochemistry laboratory techniques: isolation and purification of biomacromolecules, characterization and measurement of proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, and other compounds. Historical and contemporary methods of biochemical analysis.
  

  • CHE 390 - Independent Study (1 to 3)

    Directed studies in specialized areas of chemistry. Each student and her or his research adviser must submit a proposal to the department for approval prior to enrollment. Students must submit a written report to the department at the end of the semester and present an oral report to a session of CHE 400 .
  

  • CHE 400 - Select Topics: Chemistry (1 to 3)

    Advanced physical, organic, inorganic, medicinal, and/or biochemistry; review of current chemical and biochemical literature; detailed examination of advanced chemical research areas. May be repeated for credit as long as the topic is different. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor.
  

  • CHE 400L - Select Topics: Laboratory Chemistry (1,2)

    Advanced Analytical Laboratory Experiments in physical, organic, inorganic computational, and/or biochemistry. May be repeated for credit as many times as desired as long as the topic is different.  Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor.
  

  • CHE 403 - Chemistry of Cooking (3)

    This course explores the science behind the cooking, using chemical principles to describe and explain food preparation and transformation.
  

  • CHE 405 - Environmental Chemistry (3)

    Sources, reactions, transport, effects and fates of chemical species in water, soil, and air environments. From global and regional problems to localized concerns. Safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals in a laboratory environment. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 332 .
  

  • CHE 423 - Instrumental Methods (0,5)

    Theory and principles of modern analytical instruments and techniques. Optical and electrochemical methods, chromatography, mass spectroscopy and magnetic resonance. Three hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 323  and CHE 345 . (CHE 345  may be taken concurrently).
  

  • CHE 433 - Advanced Organic Chemistry (3)

    Mechanism and structure in organic chemistry. Use of chemical literature. Three lecture/discussion hours per week. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 332  
  

  • CHE 433L - Advanced Organic Chemistry Laboratory (1)

    Special problems in organic chemistry. Three hours per week. Laboratory reports required. Corequisite(s): CHE 433  
  

  • CHE 463 - Biochemistry II (3)

    Biological Membranes and Transport, Biosignaling, Metabolic Regulation, Urea Cycle, Biosynthesis of Amino Acids, Lipid Biosysthesis, Oxidative and Photophosphorylation, Integration of Metabolism. Prerequisite(s); if any: BIO 363 /CHE 363 .
  

  • CHE 473 - Inorganic Chemistry (0,4)

    Selected topics in theoretical and descriptive inorganic chemistry. Bonding, periodic trends, acid-base theory, ligand field theory, molecular orbital theory, transition metal coordination chemistry. Laboratory emphasizes synthesis and instrumental characterization. Prerequisite(s); if any: CHE 345  (may be taken concurrently).
  

  • CHE 489 - Honors Tutorial (3)

    Open to students in the Utica College Honors Program. Laboratory or theoretical creative research with a faculty supervisor.
  

  • CHE 495 - Senior Seminar (1)

    Safety and environmental issues; professional expectations and ethics; employment and career opportunities; graduate school; current directions in chemical and biochemical literature; and student research. No more than two credit hours may be applied toward the Chemistry major. May not be used toward the minor in Chemistry. Prerequisite(s); if any: 16 hours of Chemistry and Junior or Senior standing or Instructor Approval.
  

  • CHE 499 - Honors Tutorial (3)

    Open to students in the Utica College Honors Program. Laboratory or theoretical creative research with a faculty supervisor.
  

  • CHE 505 - Environmental Chemistry (3)

    Sources, reactions, transport, effects and fates of chemical species in water, soil, and air environments. From global and regional problems to localized concerns. Safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals in a laboratory environment.
  

  • CHE 514 - History of Chemistry (3)

    Study of the growth of chemistry from the 1600s to 1950 using readings about and by the originating philosophers and researchers, including historically significant experiments.
  

  • CHE 590 - Independent Study (1 to 6)

    Individual reading or research in a topic of interest between the student and the instructor. Must be approved in advance by the appropriate graduate program director.

Chinese
  

  • CHI 101 - Beginning Chinese I (3)

    Pronunciation and aural comprehension; elementary grammar; oral and written practice; reading of simple prose.
  

  • CHI 102 - Beginning Chinese II (3)

    Continuation of CHI 101 . Prerequisite(s); if any: CHI 101  or equivalent.

Communication Arts
  

  • CMM 101 - Interpersonal Communication (3)

    This course is designed to enable a student to become a better communicator by developing a more sophisticated understanding of the communication process and the opportunities and challenges it presents. We will explore how the style and content of communication influences personal identity, relationships, and goal achievement. The ultimate objective is to enable the student to optimize his/her strategic communication competencies in order to be better prepared to identify and solve personal, relational, and organizational problems.
  

  • CMM 103 - Introduction to Public Speaking (3)

    The ability to speak in public is a valuable tool in any career. This course examines fundamental principles of public speaking, focusing on informative and persuasive messages. Students will learn to choose interesting topics, research and organize content, and present speeches using effective vocal and nonverbal delivery skills. Other important elements of this course include an understanding of how to successfully address different audiences, how to effectively use presentation aids, and the role that public speaking plays in our world today.
  

  • CMM 226 - Introduction to Media Criticism (3)

    While it is important to be knowledgeable about the various channels of media, it is just as valuable for students to understand the potential sociological and psychological impact the media has on the mass population. Introducing students to a variety of analytic methods will encourage students to think critically about the media. Basic semiotic, postmodern, psychoanalytical, Marxist, and feminist ideological methods will be applied to develop a cultured perspective of the media encoding process. Students will not only enhance their media literacy, but also become competent critical thinkers who are able to conduct research of the media and texts.
  

  • CMM 325 - Intercultural Communication (3)

    This course explores the opportunities and problems encountered when cultural differences complicate the communication process. This includes situations in which there are major differences in ethnicity and nationality, however problems also arise in communication between people who differ on other cultural dimensions, such as variations in gender, ethnicity, religion, social class, occupation, geography/place of origin, age, sexual orientation, and other significant cultural dimensions such as musical preference, and political affiliation. Particular attention will be given to contemporary sources of conflict and problematic relationships, and how to manage and resolve intercultural communication problems.
  

  • CMM 481 - Senior Seminar (3)

    The field of communication is so varied that it is important for students to prepare for graduation with a capstone experience that enables them to reflect on what they have learned and where that learning is going to take them in the future. Senior Seminar brings communication students with many interests together to talk about why they chose to study communication and what they plan to do with their degrees. Different areas of the field and various career options will be explored. Students will also develop a resume and a plan for finding a rewarding career.
  

  • COM 130 - WPNR Practicum (1)

    Participation on the staff of the campus radio station WPNR (90.7) Weekly class meeting required. Open to all majors. May be taken four times for credit.
  

  • COM 181 - Introduction to Human Communication (3)

    How the development of communication practices, technologies, and institutions shape the evolution of personal identity, organizations, and societies; student self-assessment and exploration of communication careers.
  

  • COM 261 - Broadcasting and the Public Interest (3)

    Evaluation of television and radio as factors in society. Foreign systems of broadcasting, government regulations, station and network operation, and audience analysis, with consideration of roles played by radio and television in education, politics, government, and other aspects of our society.
  

  • COM 300 - Topics in Communication Arts (3)

    Application of concepts and skills of communication arts to specific situations, such as gender or non-verbal communication. May be repeated once provided the topic is not the same.
  

  • COM 301 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication (3)

    Selected theories and research findings. Students select aspects of interpersonal communication theory and report on their findings. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 101 .
  

  • COM 303 - Public Speaking II (3)

    Advanced performance course focusing on ability to re- search, prepare, and deliver expository speeches. Applies basic principles of public speaking to situations which will confront the business or Public Relations & Journalism person as well as the other individuals with public contact. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 103 .
  

  • COM 305 - Group Problem Solving and Decision Making (3)

    Study of group problem-solving processes, the nature of individual and group reflective thinking; techniques of definition, research, and analysis; the nature of evidence; evaluation of effectiveness in discussion. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 101  or CMM 103 .
  

  • COM 310 - The Motion Picture (0,1)

    Informal exposure to independent, foreign language, experimental and classic motion pictures. Weekly attendance at Thursday evening film series required. May be taken three times for credit. Same as FLM 310 .
  

  • COM 313 - Oral Interpretation of Literature (3)

    Development of intellectual and emotional responsiveness to various forms of literature designed to increase students’ expressive, critical and analytical abilities. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 103 .
  

  • COM 337 - Health Communication (3)

    Role of human communication in various aspects of health care, including patient/caregiver relationships, cultural influences, media coverage, and political, legal, and economic implications. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 101  or CMM 103 .
  

  • COM 341 - Organizational Communication (3)

    Human communication in the modern organization (government and industry): the communication process, communication skills useful to the individual in the organization, ways and means of analyzing the organization’s communications system, and ways and means of achieving higher levels of efficiency and effectiveness in this system.
  

  • COM 365 - Writing and Announcing for Radio/Television (3)

    Introduction to radio and television as media for the writer; study of skills required for announcer and performer. Students prepare material for commercial and public service and practice delivery in the campus radio studio.
  

  • COM 368 - Broadcast News and Society (3)

    Critical examination of mode, structure, discourse, and practices of broadcast news. Role of broadcast news in democracy.
  

  • COM 375 - Introduction to Radio Production (3)

    Fundamentals of radio production. Training in the creative use of studio and control room equipment. Construction of programs. Emphasis on local station production practices.
  

  • COM 385 - Political Communication (3)

    The role of communication in all phases of politics: political socialization; public opinion and polling; electoral campaigns; social movements; congressional and judicial processes; role of the news and entertainment media; impact of new technologies.
  

  • COM 403 - Argumentation (3)

    Types, forms, construction, and criticism of argument. Theories of and approaches to study of argumentation and debate. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 103 .
  

  • COM 411 - Communication Theory (3)

    Theories of human communication including definitions, functions, and levels. The role of communication in the development of the individual.
  

  • COM 426 - Theories of Visual Communication (3)

    Theories, analysis, and criticism of visual communication in film, comics, photography, advertising, and other media.
  

  • COM 461 - Rhetorical Theory and Criticism (3)

    History and theories of rhetoric. Understanding what rhetoric is and how rhetorical criticism helps analyze and evaluate society.
  

  • COM 466 - Community Organizing (3)

    Theories and principles of organizing communities to combat apathy and build power for positive social change.
  

  • COM 470 - Communication - Internship (1 to 6)

    On-site experience in an organizational setting (governmental, corporate, service, broadcast). Focus on applying and developing skills. Student and teacher determine specific learning objectives and solicit sponsoring organization. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor.
  

  • COM 490 - Independent Study (1 to 3)

    COM 490 Independent Study (3) IR
  

  • COM 541 - Organizational Communication (3)

    Examines how the quality of communication influences the operation of an organization and identifies ways in which improved communication practices and policies lead to better performance and higher morale.
  

  • COM 564 - Leadership Communication (3)

    Investigation of the critical role communication plays in the exercise of leadership, and of the array of skills, tactics, and strategies available for leaders to enhance organizational performance and morale.
 

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