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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.

Attention: For classes offered each semester please visit the Class Schedule. Questions regarding specific class offerings should be directed to the associated school office. 
 

History
  

  • HIS 490 - Independent Research and Study (3)

    Individual reading or research in a historical topic of interest, with the program to be arranged by agreement between the student and his or her instructor. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s); if any: Upper level (junior or senior) status and Permission of Instructor.
  

  • HIS 500 - Select Topics: History (3)

    Topics in various aspects of history. May vary from year to year.
  

  • HIS 504 - The American Revolution (3)

    Causes, course and outcomes of the American Revolutionary War. Meets with HIS 304 .
  

  • HIS 515 - The African-American Experience (3)

    African-American experience in the United States, with emphasis on the post-1865 period.
  

  • HIS 516 - Public History (3)

    Public history is history, designed to reach a wide audience, presented outside the classroom or a textbook. We examine monuments, museums, battlefields, oral histories, web sites, and movies. Some research is required at local institutions.
  

  • HIS 517 - National and Ethnic Identity in Europe (3)

    Nationalism and national identity in Europe. Reading and analyzing theoretical works.
  

  • HIS 518 - Historiography (3)

    Introduction to modern historiography.
  

  • HIS 525 - Ancient Cities (3)

    Development and functioning of ancient cities, with emphasis on the archeology of the ancient Near East. Importance of sedentism, agriculture, and imperialism for functioning of ancient cities.
  

  • HIS 527 - Religion in the Ancient World (3)

    Ancient religions of the Near East that led to development of Western religious traditions. Archaeological and anthropological perspectives on religions of Mesopotamia and the Levant, including the development of Judaism and early Christianity.
  

  • HIS 547 - Japanese Imperialism and the Pacific War (3)

    Japanese imperialism from 1895-1945 Modernization, expansion, the Sino-Japanese War, Russo-Japanese War, imperialism and World War II in the Pacific theatre. Meets with HIS 347  .
  

  • HIS 564 - Ancient Greece and Rome (3)

    This course explores Greak and Roman foundations of Western Civilization. The course will explain the Greek and Roman legacies that shaped Western politics, religion, philosophy, culture, and society. Meets with HIS 364 .
  

  • HIS 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.

Homeland Security and Emergency Management
  

  • HEM 301 - Introduction to Homeland Security and Emergency Management (3)

    Creation of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and its components. Historical review of emergency management development and advancement to current day. Practical exercise in planning, response, mitigation, and recovery.
  

  • HEM 305 - Terrorism (3)

    International and domestic terrorism issues affecting Justice Studies in the United States. Includes history of terrorism and practical exercises in anti-terrorism.
  

  • HEM 307 - Homeland Security and Counter Terrorism (3)

    Safeguarding and managing America’s national critical infrastructures under threat. Conducting vulnerability assessments and target hardening exercises. Counter-terrorism issues as they relate to Homeland Security.
  

  • HEM 321 - Leadership Issues in Homeland Security and Emergency Management (3)

    Effective measures for personal and professional leadership, and decision-making for crisis leadership and command; including complex issues of inter-agency command, planning, and coordination. Prerequisite(s); if any: HEM 301 .
  

  • HEM 328 - Security Administration (3)

    Principles of administration of physical, human, and asset security. Risk assessment, training, emergency management, disaster recovery, and the global aspects of security administration.
  

  • HEM 332 - Technological Challenges in Homeland Security and Emergency Management (3)

    Technical and electronic issues affecting homeland security and emergency management in the United States with an emphasis on communications and cyber capabilities. Prerequisite(s); if any: HEM 301 .
  

  • HEM 343 - Legal Issues in Homeland Security and Emergency Management (3)

    Legal and liability issues affecting homeland security and emergency management operations in the United States. Case law and current litigation will be reviewed. Prerequisite(s); if any: HEM 301 .
  

  • HEM 354 - Communications in Homeland Security and Emergency Management (3)

    The various levels and types of communications that have bearing on the fields of homeland security and emergency management, including diversity and cultural issues, inter-agency relations, public relations, and crisis control. Prerequisite(s); if any: HEM 301 .
  

  • HEM 368 - Issues in Border and Transportation Security (3)

    Historical and contemporary challenges in U.S. transportation security. Ongoing balance between the free flow of people, goods, and services across U.S. borders and homeland security issues.
  

  • HEM 380 - All Hazards: Planning, Response, Mitigation, and Recovery (3)

    The role that emergency management personnel play in managing man-made and natural disasters. Specifically, this course examines the four phases of Emergency Management: Planning, Response, Mitigation, and Recovery. Prerequisite(s); if any: HEM 301 .
  

  • HEM 391 - The National Incident Management System and The Incident Command System (NIMS and ICS) (3)

    Examination of operational framework, including the National Incident Management System and Incident Command System, used in a multi-agency response to critical incidents. Prerequisite(s); if any: HEM 301 .
  

  • HEM 461 - Senior Seminar - Homeland Security and Emergency Management (3)

    Selected topics of current interest. Emphasizes critical analysis of current research literature and development of action projects by seminar members. Integrates previous learning as a capstone experience. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor.
  

  • HEM 470 - Homeland Security and Emergency Management - Internship (6 to 15)

    Participation on staff of homeland security or emergency management agency under co-supervision of faculty and agency personnel. Field experience, periodic conferences and seminars, written and reading assignments designed to combine theory and professional practice. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor.
  

  • HEM 475 - Senior Project (3 to 6)

    Senior level research project on policy issue determined after consultation with faculty supervisor. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor.

Human Rights Advocacy
  

  • HRA 200 - Select Topics: Human Rights Advocacy (1 to 3)

    Topics in various aspects of Human Rights Advocacy. May vary from year to year.
  

  • HRA 211 - Introduction to Human Rights (3)

    Introduction to contemporary human rights problems and the global response to these issues. Same as: GOV 211 . 
  

  • HRA 400 - Contemporary International Problems (1 to 3)
  

  • HRA 464 - International Protection of Human Rights (3)

    Exploration of human rights protection as an increasingly internationalized process and its limitations on sovereignty. Successes and failures of international and region inter-governmental efforts to monitor, control, and remedy abuse of sovereign power. Same as GOV 464 .
  

  • HRA 470 - Human Rights Advocacy - Internship (1 to 12)

    Participation in a discipline - or subject - related experience.
  

  • HRA 490 - 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.
  

  • HRA 500 - Select Topics: Human Rights Advocacy (3)

    Topics in various aspects of Human Rights Advocacy. May vary from year to year.

International Studies
  

  • IST 101 - World Regional Geography (3)

    Interdisciplinary survey of world geography and cultures. Overview of the physical, political, and economic geography of world regions.
  

  • IST 225 - Chinese Civilization and Culture (3)

    Introduction to ancient and modern Chinese culture as evident in literature, art, music, education, marriage, health care, and other areas. No knowledge of Chinese language required.
  

  • IST 226 - Traditional Chinese Medicine (3)

    Cultural, historical, and literary contexts of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Introduction to medical terminology, principles, concepts, diagnosis and various therapeutic modalities. Ethnographic approach with some comparison of Chinese and Western medical theory and practice.
  

  • IST 235 - Russian Civilization and Culture (3)

    Introduction to ancient and modern Russian culture as evident in literature, art, music, education, marriage, health care, and other areas. No knowledge of Russian language required
  

  • IST 247 - Japanese Civilization and Culture (3)

    Introduction to modern Japan, Japanese society and culture economy and business, politics and diplomacy. Offered only as part of the Japan summer program at Osaka International University.
  

  • IST 248 - American Civilization and Culture (4)

    Interdisciplinary introduction to modern American culture, geography, history, and society. Emphasis on multiculturalism, U.S. politics and government, economy, and business. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor required.
  

  • IST 300 - Select Topics: International Studies (1 to 3)

    Topics of various aspects of international studies. May vary from year to year.
  

  • IST 323 - Civil Society in Cyberspace: The Internet in China (3)

    Examination of China’s Internet Communications Technology revolution, exploring social, cultural, political, and economic implications of China’s transition in to a more information-rich and communication-intensive society.
  

  • IST 377 - Comparative Criminal Justice: Study Abroad (3)

    Comparative study of criminal justice institutions in other countries. Students will visit institutions and interact with professional in the agencies and facilities. Same as CRJ 377 .
  

  • IST 378 - Chinese Politics (3)

    The primary objective of the seminar is to help the students enhance analytic ability for the study of political dynamics and policy behaviors of the most intriguing political system in the world: China. The course examines the major aspects and functions of political systems, processes, and changes in China. The political system of China in the context of globalization attains prominent attention in the seminar as well. Same as GOV 378 . Prerequisite(s); if any: GOV 203 .
  

  • IST 400 - Contemporary International Problems (1 to 3)

    Consideration of one or more contemporary problems which are international in scope. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of Instructor.
  

  • IST 465 - Political Risk Analysis (3)

    This course attempts to gauge the likelihood that particular countries may suffer a catastrophic economic and/or political collapse. We examine sources of risk, methodologies used to determine levels of risk, and methods of mitigating risks. Same as GOV 465 .
  

  • IST 470 - International Studies - Internship (3 to 6)

    Guided experience in international firm or agency. Written reports and periodic meetings with adviser and field supervisor. Prerequisite(s); if any: Upper level standing and permission of instructor and division dean.
  

  • IST 471 - Japanese Studies - Internship (3)

    Guided experience in a Japanese business or government office. Written reports, readings, and periodic meetings with adviser and field supervisor. Offered only as part of the Japan summer program at Osaka International University.
  

  • IST 487 - Senior Seminar in International Studies (3)

    Consideration of one or more international problems.
  

  • IST 490 - Independent Study (1 to 6)

    In depth exploration of an international problem. Individual independent study based on a plan submitted by student. (No more than three hours in any semester.) Refer to College regulations concerning independent study for guidelines.

Intensive English Language
  

  • IEL 90 - Structure & Composition (0)

    Build and apply knowledge of different types of academic writing and the grammar of academic writing. Complete a variety of academic writing activities, the conventions of researching, drafting, citing, revising, and editing are practiced. Corequisite(s): IEL 91 , IEL 92 , IEL 93 .
  

  • IEL 91 - Reading & Vocabulary I (0)

    Develop reading skills to be successful in academic courses. Develop academic reading skills by building academic vocabulary, practicing note-taking of academic readings, understanding and answering test questions, and develop critical thinking skills. Corequisite(s): IEL 90 , IEL 92 , IEL 93 .
  

  • IEL 92 - Oral Communication I (0)

    Learn and practice academic oral communication skills related to speaking and pronunciation. Practice the conventions of communicating in the American university classroom, complete academic speaking tasks and improve pronunciation. Corequisite(s): IEL 90 , IEL 91 , IEL 93 .
  

  • IEL 93 - Listening & Note-Taking I (0)

    Develop listening skills to be successful in academic courses. Develop academic listening skills by building academic vocabulary, practicing note-taking of academic lectures, understanding and answering test questions, and develop critical thinking skills. Corequisite(s): IEL 90 , IEL 91 , IEL 92 .
  

  • IEL 94 - Structure & Composition II (0)

    Continue to build and apply knowledge of different types of academic writing and its grammar. Complete a variety of academic writing activities in which the conventions of researching, drafting, citing, revising, and editing are practiced. Prerequisite(s); if any: IEL 90  or placement test. Corequisite(s): IEL 95 , IEL 96 , IEL 97 .
  

  • IEL 95 - Reading & Vocabulary II (0)

    Continue developing reading skills to be successful in academic courses by building academic vocabulary, practicing note-taking of academic readings, understanding and answering test questions, and develop critical thinking skills. Prerequisite(s); if any: IEL 91  or placement test. Corequisite(s): IEL 94 , IEL 96 , IEL 97 .
  

  • IEL 96 - Oral Communication II (0)

    Continue to learn and practice academic oral communication skills related to speaking and pronunciation. Continue to practice the conventions of communicating in the American university classroom, complete academic speaking tasks and improve pronunciation. Prerequisite(s); if any: IEL 92  or placement test. Corequisite(s): IEL 94 , IEL 95 , IEL 97 .
  

  • IEL 97 - Listening & Note-Taking II (0)

    Continue developing listening skills to be successful in academic courses by building academic vocabulary, practicing note-taking of academic lectures, understanding and answering test questions, and develop critical thinking skills. Prerequisite(s); if any: IEL 93  or placement test. Corequisite(s): IEL 94 , IEL 95 , IEL 96 .

Italian
  

  • ITA 101 - Beginning Italian I (3)

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

  • ITA 102 - Beginning Italian II (3)

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

  • ITA 200 - Select Topics: Italian (3)

    Topics of various aspects of Italian. May vary from year to year.
  

  • ITA 201 - Intermediate Italian I (3)

    Reading; grammar review; oral work; translation; simple composition. Prerequisite(s); if any: ITA 102 .
  

  • ITA 202 - Intermediate Italian II (3)

    Continuation of ITA 201 . Prerequisite(s); if any: ITA 201 .
  

  • ITA 300 - Advanced Italian II (3)

Japanese
  

  • JPN 101 - Beginning Japanese I (3)
  

  • JPN 102 - Beginning Japanese II (3)

Journalism Studies
  

  • CMM 181 - Intro to Mass Communication (3)

    The mass media play a significant role in your life. Books, newspapers, magazines, movies, music, radio, television, and the Internet are sources of information and entertainment that provide a shared cultural experience. The mass media have also historically shaped our economy and continue to be powerful channels for commerce. Introduction to Mass Communication inspires you to look at the mass media from a historical and critical perspective, and encourages you to become an informed consumer of media.
  

  • CMM 188 - Digital Toolkit (3)

    This course is the starting point for creating multimedia content. Students will get a hands-on introduction to the tools and techniques of multimedia production including video, audio, photography and non-linear editing. They’ll develop their skills through class assignments and online content management, and they’ll use them to create stories. The course involves extensive use of cameras, microphones and editing software.
  

  • CMM 261 - Media Writing (3)

    While each of us may enjoy speaking or typing our words, in media, the person receiving your words is thinking one thing: What are you trying to tell me? Media Writing helps you think critically about your writing as it relates to different platforms and audiences. You will consider both the content and structure of each composition- from a 140-character Tweet to a 500-word story. More importantly, Media Writing prepares you for the professional world with a focus on judgement, accuracy and fairness.
  

  • CMM 261L - Media Writing Lab (1)

    The written word serves as the foundation for all mass media production. While CMM 261 examines story structure and the importance for different media platforms, the co-requisite Media Writing Lab underscores the importance of word choice, sentence construction and meaning.
  

  • CMM 450 - Fieldwork in Communication and Media (3)

    Students will complete an on-site work experience relevant to the Communication and Media major. A minimum of 120-hours must be spent on-site during the semester. Students will also attend weekly one-hour class meetings that focus on career related issues such as resumes, cover letters, portfolios, job searching techniques, networking, interviewing, and negotiation. Prerequisite(s); if any: Instructor Permission Required.
  

  • CMM 467 - Communication Law (3)

    The First Amendment to the United States Constitution provides individuals and society with cherished rights and protections, including freedom of religion, freedom of speech, and freedom of the press. The history, development, interpretation and application of the First Amendment is explored, as are areas for potential conflicts such as governmental restraint of speech, the right to access places and information, maintaining confidentiality of sources, obscenity, commercial speech, and the rights of a free press versus the right to a fair trial. Communication and media related issues such as libel, privacy, intellectual property and government regulation are also addressed.
  

  • JLM 130 - Tangerine Practicum (1)

    Participation on the staff of the campus newspaper, the Tangerine. Weekly class meeting required. Open to all majors. May be taken four times for credit.
  

  • JLM 133 - UC TV Practicum (1)

    Participation in the staff of UC TV. Weekly class meeting required. Open to all majors. May be taken four times for credit.
  

  • JLM 135 - Video Editing Practicum (1)

    This class is designed to teach the techniques of non-linear video editing, including motion and effects. The class will focus on technical skills and aesthetic choices. Class meets one day a week and is open to all majors.
  

  • JLM 241 - Television Sportscast (3)

    Instruction and experience producing and delivering broadcast sports reports on television newscasts. Emphasis on sports writing for broadcast and studio work.
  

  • JLM 259 - Broadcast News Writing (3)

    Introductory instruction and experience writing news stories for radio and TV. Emphasis on writing anchor copy and field packages including soundbites.
  

  • JLM 262 - Information Gathering & Storytelling (3)

    Instruction and experience in gathering and reporting news. Emphasis on developing stories in depth, interviewing skills, following a beat. Writing for campus newspaper required. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 261  or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • JLM 276 - Television Story Production (3)

    Techniques and skills needed to produce news, public service announcements, and other programming styles. Emphasis on camera work, field audio recording, and video editing.
  

  • JLM 285 - Sports and the Media (3)

    Sports have a significant presence in multiple media formats, such as online, television, radio and print, Yet, the various relationships between sport and the media are complex, and often filled with conflicts. These relationships are views from historical, cultural, and business perspectives, as are issues involving the portrayal of race, gender, violence and aggression, business, and free agency in mediated sport. Same as PRL 285 .
  

  • JLM 290 - Independent Study (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 his or her instructor, subject to approval of division dean. May be repeated once for credit, though with a different topic.
  

  • JLM 300 - Select Topics: Journalism (1 to 3)

    Topics in various aspects of journalism. May vary from year to year. Prerequisite(s); if any: Permission of the Instructor.
  

  • JLM 325 - Making Public History (3)

    Students will combine research on local topics with hands-on-experience to create professional quality radio, television, and/or online productions, and/or traditional museum exhibits. Projects vary by semester. Same as HIS 325 .
  

  • JLM 336 - Media Programming Strategies (3)

    Theory and practice of broadcast, cable, and Internet program evaluation, selection, and scheduling. Includes decision-making strategies of commercial television, radio, and cable systems, at the network, corporate, and local levels, and non-commercial media. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 181  or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • JLM 345 - Broadcast Announcing and Presentation (3)

    Introduction to various aspects of broadcast presentation including announcing for radio and television, studio interviewing, and on-camera presentation in the field and studio. Emphasis on developing presentation skills for news, public service announcements and commercials. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 103 .
  

  • JLM 362 - Watchdog Reporting (3)

    Instruction and experience in reporting politics, police, courts, government, education, environment, and other special topics related to communities. Prerequisite(s); if any: JLM 262 .
  

  • JLM 363 - Magazine Article Writing (3)

    Non-fiction magazine articles and the marketplace today, article ideas and types, query letter writing, networking, copyright, interviewing, search for illustrations, writing styles, and research techniques. Prerequisite(s); if any: ENG 102  or CMM 261  or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • JLM 364 - Editing (3)

    Skills and techniques required in editorial positions. Copy editing, headline writing, photo selection and editing. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 261 .
  

  • JLM 365 - Information Design (3)

    Principles and techniques of design with hands-on experience producing feature newspaper pages, computer-designed newsletters, and web pages. Integrating text photos, art-work and other graphic elements.
  

  • JLM 371 - Data and Story (3)

    Data and Story introduces the concept of data journalism as students make the connection between computational outputs, social media and multiplatform storytelling. Concepts, tools and techniques are introduced throughout this collaborative and interdisciplinary course before students embark on a series of story and information gathering tasks in the greater Utica area. Students will use data and written, aural or visual storytelling to explore larger regional questions.
  

  • JLM 372 - Essentials of News Photography (3)

    Use of still cameras to record news events and create feature photos for print media. Discussion of modern photographic methods. Techniques of photojournalism. Students are responsible for regular access to a 35mm film camera.
  

  • JLM 373 - Digital Photography & Photoshop Techniques (3)

    Use of still cameras, scanners and large manipulation software to produce photographs for print and digital media. Discussion of current photojournalistic practice and techniques.
  

  • JLM 374 - Sportswriting (3)

    Examines changes in nation’s sports pages, methods used to cover community, college, amateur and professional athletics. Students work for area media. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 261 .
  

  • JLM 378 - Television News Field Reporting and Production (3)

    Producing news stories for broadcast. Emphasis generating stories, reporting, spot news, interviewing writing to video, production and port-production. Prerequisite(s); if any: JLM 276 , or COM 276, or JLM 376 or COM 376.
  

  • JLM 381 - Censorship (3)

    History and analysis of censorship in the United States. Impact on the press, broadcasting, literature, film, and the fine arts.
  

  • JLM 390 - Independent Study (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 his or her instructor, subject to approval of division dean. May be repeated once for credit, though with a different topic.
  

  • JLM 400 - Topics in Journalism Studies (1 to 6)

    Advanced consideration of selected topics in journalism. May be repeated up to six credit hours provided topics are not the same. Prerequisite(s); if any: CMM 261  or Permission of Instructor.
  

  • JLM 401 - Media Ethics in Contemporary Society (3)

    Ethical and moral considerations as they apply to media and journalists; acceptable and unacceptable practices of contemporary media. Discussion of various media codes of ethics and their applications. Prerequisite(s); if any: JLM 262 .
  

  • JLM 433 - The Olympics (3)

    Historical and contemporary view of the Olympics as a sociological, marketing, and business phenomenon. Emphasis on marketing communication and public relations strategies used to promote the Olympics and athletes. Same as PRL 433 . Prerequisite(s); if any: PRL 285  or permission of instructor.
  

  • JLM 435 - Sports and Television (3)

    The Super Bowl is the highest rated television program event every year and Super Bowl Sunday has become a de facto holiday. ESPN is one of the most profitable networks in the history of the television. Five of the top ten highest rated television programs of all time are sporting events. The complex symbiotic relationship between sports and television involves a number of players, including producers and programmers; broadcast networks; national and regional sports networks; local television stations; pay-per-view suppliers; and sports organizations. The relationship people have with televised sport and the way televised sport can impact society is also presented.
  

  • JLM 454 - The Business of Sports (3)

    The sporting industry generates hundreds of billions of dolllars every year. As such, the decisions made by sports business leaders, be that in the small market clubs or top tier organizations, can have profound impacts. Challenges that sports business leaders face include stadium management and funding, economics and finance, media rights, negative publicity, licensing, ownership structure and finances, and labor relations. Issues involving college sports are also presented. Same as PRL 454  and SPM 454 . Prerequisite(s); if any: ENG 102  and PRL 285 .
 

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