May 01, 2024  
2020-2021 Academic Catalog (August 2020 - July 2021) 
    
2020-2021 Academic Catalog (August 2020 - July 2021) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 265 Local Flora

    (3)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 121  and BIOL 122 , or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisites: BIOL 265L

    Principles of identifying, classifying, naming, and preserving plants, with emphasis on the local flora.


    Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
(3)
  
  • BIOL 280 Health & Science Careers Exploration

    (1)
    This is a course designed to help students learn about various health and science professions. The course will assist students in many areas of their career development, from deciding on a career path to learning about resumes, interviewing, and applying to graduate/professional school. Students will directly explore career choices in the field of health and/or science.


(1)
  
  • BIOL 301 Plants as Organisms

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of the following with a “C” or better: BIOL 121 BIOL 122 , MATH 103 CHEM 101 CHEM 111 , CHEM 102  and CHEM 112  ,  or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisites: BIOL 301L

    Advanced study of the morphology, physiology, life cycles, ecology, and uses of cyanobacteria, lichens, fungi, algae, bryophytes, fern allies, ferns, gymnosperms, and angiosperms.


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • BIOL 302 Cell and Molecular Biology

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of the following with a “C” or better: BIOL 121 BIOL 122 , MATH 103 CHEM 101 CHEM 111 , CHEM 102  and CHEM 112 ,  or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisites: BIOL 302L

    Biology, chemistry, and physics of living systems at the cellular and molecular levels. Emphasis is placed on eukaryotic cellular biology.


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • BIOL 315 Freshwater Ecology

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of BIOL 121  and BIOL 122   (BIOL 201 CHEM 102 , and CHEM 111  recommended) or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisites: BIOL 315L

    Ecology, chemistry, and hydrology of lakes, streams, and wetlands. Issues such as eutrophication, acid mine drainage, and fisheries management are discussed. Laboratory focuses on providing practical experience in methods and equipment used by aquatic biologists.


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • BIOL 320 Special Topics

    (1-5)
    Prerequisites: Specified by Instructor
    Courses in diverse areas of biology.  Specific topics to be announced and indicated by appropriate title on transcript.  May be taken for credit repeatedly.


(1-5)
  
  • BIOL 326 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

    (1)


    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
    Supervised experience as instructional assistant in the biological sciences. Students will actively attend at least one laboratory per week with additional time committed to assessment, course development, tutoring, or peer mentoring. Repeatable for credit.*

    Note: Course can be used only once for credit towards a biology major or minor. 


    Note: *Course will be graded. Curriculum will be changed in order to assess student performance. Will support mentoring program in sciences.

(1)
  
  • BIOL 329 Microbiology

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of the following with a “C” or better: BIOL 121 BIOL 122 , MATH 103 CHEM 101 CHEM 111 , CHEM 102  and CHEM 112 , or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisites: BIOL 329L

    The biology of micro-organisms and of the immune system, applied microbiology, and basic laboratory procedures.


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • BIOL 335 Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    (4)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 101 , BIOL 121 , or BIOL 122 , or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisites: BIOL 335L

    Chemistry of biomolecules. Structure and function of cells and tissues. Anatomy and physiology of the human integumentary, skeletal, and nervous systems. Relationship of homeostasis to health. Laboratory includes detailed study of macroscopic and microscopic anatomy.


    Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • BIOL 336 Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    (4)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 335   or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisites: BIOL 336L

    Anatomy and physiology of the human endocrine, lymphatic, immune, cardiovascular, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.  Laboratory includes detailed study of macroscopic and microscopic anatomy and exploration of physiological concepts.


    Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • BIOL 350 Biology Shadowing/Internship I

    (2)
    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or higher and permission of instructor.
    Provides shadowing opportunities for enrolled students.  Students will be required to perform at least 45 hours of shadowing throughout the semester at multiple locations and complete assignments related to their experiences.


(2)
  
  • BIOL 351 Biology Shadowing/Internship II

    (2)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 350 ; Sophomore standing or higher and permission of instructor.
    Students will be required to perform at least 45 hours of shadowing throughout the semester at multiple locations and complete assignments related to their experiences.


(2)
  
  • BIOL 369 Evolution

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Completion of the following with a “C” or better: BIOL 121  , BIOL 122 MATH 103  or permission of instructor.
    Evolutionary biology, with an emphasis on current areas of research in the field. Systematics, population genetics, speciation, adaptation, and related topics. History of life on Earth and evolutionary trends through time.


(3)
  
  • BIOL 370 Research

    (1-4)
    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or higher and permission of instructor.
    Semester-long independent research project consisting of a research proposal and timeline, literature review, completion of original research, and presentation of oral and written report. Publication of the results of outstanding projects is encouraged. May only be taken one time as a science elective in the curriculum, but may be taken repeatedly for credit. Does not substitute for BIOL 455 .


(1-4)
  
  • BIOL 401 Genetics

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of the following with a “C” or better: BIOL 121 , BIOL 122  MATH 105 , and CHEM 331  or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisites: BIOL 401L

    Mendelian, cytological, microbial, molecular, and population genetics. Includes the human genome project, bioinformatics, and the legal and ethical considerations of public genetic information.


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • BIOL 419 Immunology

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of BIOL 121 , BIOL 302  (or concurrent), CHEM 331   or permission of instructor.
    Co-requisites: BIOL 419L

    Immunochemistry of antigens and antibodies, serological reactions, chemistry of complement, control of immunity, and the host immune response. Lab will consist of serological and immunobiological techniques.


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • BIOL 420 Special Topics

    (1-5)
    Prerequisites: To be specified by instructor.
    Courses in diverse areas of biology. Specific topics to be announced and indicated by appropriate title on transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.


(1-5)
  
  • BIOL 455 Biology Capstone

    (2)
    Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
    Critical analysis of primary scientific literature, applied statistics, and experimental design. Each student analyzes a current issue in biology, writes a critical review, and gives an oral presentation, which is open to the public. At the end of the course, comprehensive program assessments are administered; a passing grade must be obtained.


(2)
  
  • BIOL 470 Senior Independent Research I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Senior standing and permission of instructor.
    Part I of a two-semester research project consisting of completion of an original research project, preparation of a scientific paper, and oral or poster presentation in a scientific venue.


(3)
  
  • BIOL 471 Senior Independent Research II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: BIOL 470  
    Part II of a two-semester research project consisting of completion of an original research project, preparation of a scientific paper, and oral or poster presentation in a scientific venue. May be used as a substitution for BIOL 455 . At the end of the semester, comprehensive program assessments are administered if substituted for BIOL 455 .


(3)
  
  • BIOL 480 Honors Courses

    (3)
    Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact biology faculty for further information.


(3)
  
  • BIOL 481 Honors Courses

    (3)
    Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact biology faculty for further information.


(3)

Business General

  
  • BGEN 101 Business Mathematics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: None
    This course introduces mathematical concepts and applications used in business including, consumer mathematics word problems, payroll and tax deductions, finance charges, simple and compound interest, annuities, sinking funds, graphing and algebra.


(3)
  
  • BGEN 105 Introduction to Business

    (3)


    This course provides students with an overview of basic business concepts in accounting, finance, marketing, management, globalization, and human resource management. Other topics introduced include: managing in a rapidly changing business environment, social responsibilities, environmental issues, and ethics.

    Note:  This course is not be counted as a business elective, but may be used as a general education or general elective.


(3)
  
  • BGEN 110 Introduction to Computers in Business

    (3)


    An introduction to business computer application software. Business related application skills are developed through hands-on usage of business software applications by creating (1) presentations; (2) basic numerical spreadsheet applications; (3) simple data base management systems; and (4) basic word processing documents.

    Note:  This course may not be counted as an emphasis business elective.


    Note: This course is not to be counted as a business elective, but may be used as a general elective.

(3)
  
  • BGEN 120 Special Topics: Freshman Level

    (1-3)
    .


(1-3)
  
  • BGEN 202 Decision Sciences I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 103  or MATH 103C  
    Introduction to the use of statistics in business decision making.  Calculation and interpretation of descriptive statistics, probability distributions and sampling statistics, hypothesis tests, time series analysis for uni-variate data sets and quality control issues.  Additionally, statistical relationships between data in bi-variate and multi-variate data sets, including correlations, simple and multiple regressions, and related topics will be covered.


(3)
  
  • BGEN 205 Fundamentals of Business Communication

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Keyboarding proficiency,  ENGL 101  
    Provides the knowledge and develops the skills that students will need to communicate successfully in an employment environment.  Related topics integrated throughout the course through exploration of case study analyses include global communication, business ethics, diversity challenges, and the evolving factors that affect business communication.  The course focuses on developing proper communication techniques required for formatting and writing a variety of business documents based on the development of communication strategy.  The preparation of resumes, application letters, and related career development skills are also significant topics explored.


(3)
  
  • BGEN 220 Special Topics: Sophomore Level

    (1-3)
    .


(1-3)
  
  • BGEN 222 Business Productivity Software

    (3)
    Advanced business productivity software, specifically spreadsheet, and database software programs are explored. Business related applications are developed through hands-on usage of business software by creating (1) advanced numerical spreadsheet applications using Excel software; and (2) the development of data base management systems using Access software.


(3)
  
  • BGEN 301 Principles of Business Law

    (3)
    This course explores the legal environment in which businesses operate.  Topics include the Uniform Commercial Code, torts and crimes, contracts, sales, and legal aspects of the use of technology.  Ethical and criminal implications of business actions are also included.


(3)
  
  • BGEN 311 Management Information Systems

    (3)
    Prerequisites: BGEN 222  
    A broad view of information systems used in business. Information systems concepts, principles, technical foundations, as well as their impacts on the organization will be discussed. The emphasis is placed on solving business problems with information systems from a managerial end user perspective.


    Note: This Course restricted to students who have been accepted into the Department of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • BGEN 320 Special Topics: Junior Level

    (1-3)
    .


(1-3)
  
  • BGEN 335 Decision Sciences II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: BGEN 202  
    Quantitative approaches to decision making in business including the study of linear programming, decision theory, inventory control, network models, project management, production management, and related topics. Both manual and computerized solution techniques are included.


(3)
  
  • BGEN 412 International Business

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MGT 305  and MKT 305  
    This course is designed to be taken before Strategic Management. Public Administration majors need permission of instructor to enroll in the course. An overview of the cultural, economic, financial and political forces that shape the current international business environment. Analysis of international business including, but not limited to differences in national culture, political economy, finance, technological development, marketing, and management. Topics include ethical decision-making in a multicultural environment, international operations management, and global human resource development.


    Note: This Course restricted to students who have been accepted into the Department of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.
(3)
  
  • BGEN 420 Special Topics: Senior Level

    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Based upon course content, the instructor will determine required prerequisite(s).
    Selected topics in the contemporary general business environment will be explored.


(1-3)
  
  • BGEN 440 Independent Study

    (1-3)
    .


(1-3)
  
  • BGEN 450 Internship

    (1-6)
    Prerequisites: ACCT 205  , BGEN 222 , BGEN 205 , and MGT 305 , junior class standing; 2.5 GPA earned at Concord. Available to students who have not had professional work experience (no credit for prior work). Offered only on a pass/fail basis and contingent upon the availability of appropriate placement.
    A supervised business internship in organizations in private and public sectors. This course provides students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations in an actual organizational setting. The field internship is open to all students; however, no credit is granted for prior work. Internships must be completed during the semester in which the student has registered, there are no exceptions. Total hours earned are to be preapproved/ by the Coordinator upon receipt of Business-Related Learning Objectives submitted by the employer. This Course restricted to students who have been accepted into the Department of Business or are in Concord academic programs that have made prior arrangements to include these courses in their curriculum requirements.


(1-6)
  
  • BGEN 460 Practicum

    (3)
    Topics germane to the fields taught in the Department of Business will be selected based on anticipated student interest and staff availability.


(3)
  
  • BGEN 470 Research

    (3)
    .


(3)
  
  • BGEN 480 Honors

    (1-3)
    .


(1-3)

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 100 Fundamentals of Chemistry

    (3)
    An introduction to basic chemistry concepts and calculations. Three hours lecture.


(3)
  
  • CHEM 101 General Chemistry I

    (3)
    Prerequisites: MATH 103  (or equivalent proficiency) and ENGL 101  (both may be taken concurrently with CHEM 101).
    Co-requisites: CHEM 111 .

    An introductory course designed to give a general knowledge of the principles of chemistry. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 111 .


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CHEM 102 General Chemistry II

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 101 , MATH 103  (or equivalent proficiency).
    Co-requisites: CHEM 112 .

    A continuation of CHEM 101 . Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 112 .


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CHEM 111 General Chemistry Laboratory I

    (1)
    Co-requisites: CHEM 101  

    A laboratory course designed to accompany the concepts presented in CHEM 101 .  Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 101 .


    Two hours laboratory.
(1)
  
  • CHEM 112 General Chemistry Laboratory II

    (1)
    Co-requisites: CHEM 102  

    A laboratory course designed to accompany the concepts presented in CHEM 102 .  Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 102 .


    Three hours laboratory.
(1)
  
  • CHEM 210 Chemical Laboratory Safety

    (1)
    Prerequisites:  CHEM 102  , CHEM 112 .
    The basics of safety in the chemical laboratory are studied, including legal, ethical, and policy issues appropriate to the workplace.


    One hour lecture.
(1)
  
  • CHEM 219 Laboratory Research Methodology

    (1)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 102 , CHEM 112 ; or PHYS 102  ; or PHYS 202  
    A laboratory-based introduction to research design and experimental methods in the physical sciences.


    Three hours lab.
(1)
  
  • CHEM 220 Special Topics: Chemistry

    (1-5)
    Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
    Courses in selected areas of chemistry.  Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript.  May be taken for credit repeatedly.


(1-5)
  
  • CHEM 280 Health & Science Careers Exploration

    (1)
    This is a course designed to help students learn about various health and science professions. The course will assist students in many areas of their career development, from deciding on a career path to learning about resumes, interviewing, and applying to graduate/professional school. Students will directly explore career choices in the field of health and/or science.


(1)
  
  • CHEM 302 Cell and Molecular Biology

    (4)
    Prerequisites: Same as BIOL 302  
    See BIOL 302 .


(4)
  
  • CHEM 320 Special Topics: Chemistry

    (1-5)
    Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
    Courses in selected areas of chemistry.  Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript.  May be taken for credit repeatedly.


(1-5)
  
  • CHEM 331 Organic Chemistry I

    (4)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 102 , CHEM 112 , and MATH 104  (or equivalent proficiency). 
    Introduction to the chemistry of carbon compounds. Laboratory consists of fundamental techniques and preparations.


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • CHEM 332 Organic Chemistry II

    (4)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 331 .
    A continuation of CHEM 331 .


    Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.
(4)
  
  • CHEM 335 Introduction to Inorganic and Physical Chemistry

    (4)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 102   and CHEM 112  
    Introduction to inorganic structural properties and coordination, with emphasis on applications of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and spectroscopy. 


    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab/week
(4)
  
  • CHEM 341 Biochemistry

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 331 .
    Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 347  recommended.

    Study of the structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids, as well as eukaryotic metabolic pathways.


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CHEM 347 Biochemistry Laboratory

    (1)
    Co-requisites: CHEM 341 .

    A laboratory course designed to accompany the concepts presented in CHEM 341 .


    Three hours laboratory.
(1)
  
  • CHEM 351 Analytical Chemistry

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 102  , CHEM 112 .
    Co-requisites: CHEM 357 .

    Methods of measuring and quantifying the chemical composition of natural and artificial materials. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 357 .


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CHEM 352 Instrumental Analysis

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 102  ,CHEM 112  .  PHYS 102  or PHYS 202  previously or concurrently recommended.
    Co-requisites: CHEM 358 .

    Spectroscopic, chromatographic, and electrometric methods of analysis are studied. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 358 .


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CHEM 357 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory

    (2)
    Co-requisites: CHEM 351 .

    A laboratory course designed to accompany the concepts presented in CHEM 351 . Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 351 .


    Six hours laboratory.
(2)
  
  • CHEM 358 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory

    (1)
    Co-requisites: CHEM 352 .

    A laboratory course designed to accompany the concepts presented in CHEM 352 . Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 352 .


    Three hours laboratory
(1)
  
  • CHEM 401 Physical Chemistry – Thermodynamics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 102 , CHEM 112  ; PHYS 102  or PHYS 202 MATH 253  or concurrently    
    Co-requisites: CHEM 407 .

    A calculus-based study of thermodynamics, phase equilibria, electrochemistry, and chemical kinetics. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 407 .


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CHEM 402 Physical Chemistry – Quantum Mechanics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 102 , CHEM 112  ; PHYS 102  or PHYS 202  .  MATH 253  or concurrently.
    Co-requisites: CHEM 407.

    A study of quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy.


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CHEM 407 Physical Chemistry Laboratory

    (1)
    Co-requisites: CHEM 401  

    A laboratory course designed to accompany the concepts presented in CHEM 401 . Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 401 .


    Three hours laboratory.
(1)
  
  • CHEM 413 Inorganic Chemistry

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 102 , CHEM 112 .
    Co-requisites: CHEM 417 .

    Examination of the structure of atoms and the bonding in inorganic compounds, including coordination compounds. Includes molecular symmetry and crystallography. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 417 .


    Three hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CHEM 415 Electron Imaging and X-ray Microanalysis

    (2)
    Prerequisites: CHEM 102   or PHYS 102  (or 202  ) or concurrently.
    An introduction to principles, applications, and practical aspects of electron microscopy and X-ray based quantitative compositional analysis. Includes hands-on instrument and software experience.


    Two (2) hours lecture.
(2)
  
  • CHEM 417 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory

    (1)
    Co-requisites: CHEM 413  

    A laboratory course designed to accompany the concepts presented in CHEM 413 . Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 413 .


    Three hours laboratory.
(1)
  
  • CHEM 420 Special Topics

    (1-5)
    Prerequisites: Specified by the instructor.
    Courses in selected areas of chemistry. Specific topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript. May be taken for credit repeatedly.


(1-5)
  
  • CHEM 460 Pharmacy Practicum

    (15)
    Prerequisites: Departmental Approval
    Pharmacy coursework taken at an accredited School of Pharmacy.  May be repeated for up to 30 hours.


(15)
  
  • CHEM 470 Independent Laboratory Research I

    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
    Independent research in chemistry. Original investigative projects will be developed and completed by the student under the direction of a chemistry faculty advisor. May be repeated for up to six hours credit.


(1-3)
  
  • CHEM 471 Independent Laboratory Research II

    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
    Independent research in chemistry. Original investigative projects will be developed and completed by the student under the direction of a chemistry faculty advisor. May be repeated for up to six hours credit.


(1-3)
  
  • CHEM 480 Honors Courses

    (3)
    Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the chemistry faculty for further information.


(3)
  
  • CHEM 481 Honors Courses

    (3)
    Juniors and seniors who qualify for Honors Courses are offered the opportunity to study with individual members of the faculty. This is specialized study apart from conventional classroom work. Interested students should contact the chemistry faculty for further information.


(3)

Communication Arts

  
  • COMM 101 Fundamentals of Speech

    (3)
    Study of the basic dynamics of public speaking, with an emphasis on presentational skills and ethics.


(3)
  
  • COMM 204 Interpersonal Communication

    (3)
    Focuses on the dynamics of communication between two people.  Students will explore constructs of the self and other, how to improve interpretations and navigate biases, and how relationships develop and decline.


(3)
  
  • COMM 269 Organizational Communication

    (3)
    Explores the dynamics of communication in and between organizations.   Students will learn organizational theories and practice skills necessary to communicate effectively.


(3)
  
  • COMM 301 Persuasion

    (3)
    A study of persuasive theories and strategies including :  exploring how credibility and communicator characteristics affect persuasion; methods for measuring and changing attitudes and behavioral intentions; and learning how to structure and deliver persuasive messages from a social scientific perspective.


(3)
  
  • COMM 304 Intercultural Communication

    (3)
    Study of intercultural communication concepts and theories to prepare students for cross-cultural interactions.


(3)
  
  • COMM 349 Public Relations Writing & Campaigns

    (3)
    Practices the skills involved in writing PR related materials especially in regard to a strategic promotional campaign.


(3)
  
  • COMM 420 Special Topics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing
    Directed individual study and work in the field of communication in which the student will work closely with an instructor to acquire new skills, knowledge, or expertise beneficial to their career goals; Under this general heading, special areas of study are available to the student who wants to gain additional education in the field of communication.  A student is permitted to take more than one 420 course.  However, within any emphasis, only 3 hours of 420 credit can count towards a student’s major requirements, with any additional hours counting as elective credit.


(3)
  
  • COMM 450 Internship: Mass Communication

    (3)
    An internship is a culmination of studies in the Mass Communication Program.  Students will complete a project in the community and/or a communication organization to demonstrate their proficiency in Mass Communication.


(3)

Computer Science

  
  • CS 151 Introduction to Computer Science

    (3)
    What is Computer Science? How do you tell a computer what to do? An introduction to the field of Computer Science and algorithmic problem solving. Topics include: Variables, Data Types, Decision and Repetition Statements, Functions, File Manipulation, and Lists. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 220 Special Topics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
    Extended study in specific topics in Computer Science.  Specified topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript.  May be taken for credit repeatedly.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 221 Computer Networking

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 151  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Principles of computer networks.  Protocol design and implementation, network security, distributed and cluster computing.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 232 Introduction to Computer Security

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 151   with a grade of “C” or better
    What are the risks involved with computing and how can we address them? An overview of risks, threats, and vulnerabilities related to computing. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 252 Data Structures and Object Oriented Programming

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 151  with a grade of “C” or better.
    What are common tools that we use to solve problems and organize computer code? An introduction to object oriented programming concepts, fundamental data structures and algorithms, the construction of graphic user interfaces, and the software development life-cycle. Topics include Classes, Inheritance, Polymorphism, Stacks, Queues, Linked Lists, Binary Trees, Hash Tables, Graphs, Searching and Sorting Algorithms. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 253 Software Engineering

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 151  with a grade of “C” or better
    How do you design and construct large pieces of software in teams? What is quality software? Techniques for designing, building, testing, deploying, and maintaining large scale software systems. Topics include Agile Software Development, Software Evolution, Ethics, Project Planning and Management, Quality and Reliability Measurement, and Configuration Management. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 261 Introduction to Intelligent Systems

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 151   with a grade of “C” or better.
    What does it mean to be computer “intelligent”? Characteristics and application of systems that exhibit human-like behavior. Topics include supervised, reinforcement, and unsupervised learning.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 272 Human Centered Design

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 151  with a grade of “C” or better. 
    How do we create interfaces that are easy for humans to use? What ways do computers impact humans? Exploration of the impact of computing on society. Topics include graphical user interface design, ethical considerations in computing, laws and policies related to computing. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 275 Special Topics in Computer Science

    (1-3)
    Prerequisites: CS 201  
    Individual courses on selected Computer Science topics.  Open to both majors and non-majors.


(1-3)
  
  • CS 281 Linux System Administration

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 151  with a grade of “C” or better.
    What is Linux and how is it used in organizations? An introduction to administering multi-user servers running the Linux operating systems. Topics include fundamental Linux commands, package management, shell scripting, and configuration management tools. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 282 Database and Information Management

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 151  with a grade of “C” or better.
    How can we effectively organize and access large amounts of information? Topics include data modeling and normalization, database design, change management, structured query language, regulatory compliance, and disaster recovery.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
(3)
  
  • CS 283 Data Analytics

    (3)
    Prerequisites: CS 151  with a grade of “C” or better.
    How can we use large amounts of data to make decisions? The manipulation, analysis, visualization, and presentation of large data sets. Applications of machine learning algorithms to make predictions based on data.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
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  • CS 320 Special Topics

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    Prerequisites: Specified by instructor.
    Extended study in specific topics in Computer Science.  Specified topics to be announced and indicated by title on transcript.  May be taken for credit repeatedly.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
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  • CS 325 Computer Organization and Hardware

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    Prerequisites: CS 252  with a grade of “C” or better.
    How is your computer built from the ground up? How does the machine impact software? Fundamentals of computer hardware. How computer hardware works from the bottom up, starting at the circuit level and ending at the operating system level. Topics include Boolean Logic and Circuits, Boolean Arithmetic, Assembly Language, CPU Architecture, Memory Organization, Assembler Implementation, Syntax Analysis and Code Generation.


    Three (3) hours lecture.
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  • CS 326 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

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    Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor
    Supervised experience as instructional assistant for college courses in computer science. Emphasis on applying modern pedagogical practices. Students will actively attend at least two lecture sections per week with additional time committed to assessment, course development, or tutoring. Repeatable for credit.


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  • CS 331 Digital Forensics and Incident Response

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    Prerequisites: CS 232  
    How do we deal with the aftermath of a computer security incident? Topics include digital investigative techniques, gathering and assessment of evidence. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
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  • CS 332 Network Security

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    Prerequisites: CS 232  
    How do we defend against cyber attacks? An overview of strategies for cyber attack and defense. Penetration testing. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
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  • CS 333 Secure Coding

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    Prerequisites: CS 232   
    How can we create software that is safe from attack? Techniques and practices of developing secure software. Topics include common software vulnerabilities, SEI CERT Coding Standards, and code analysis tools. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
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  • CS 351 Web Development

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    Prerequisites: CS 282  
    How do we create software that runs on the internet? An introduction to building internet based applications. Topics include front-end and back-end development, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern web frameworks. 


    Three (3) hours lecture.
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