May 01, 2024  
2017-2018 EIU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 EIU Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EIU Course Descriptions


Generally, courses numbered 1000-1999 are freshman courses; 2000-2999, sophomore courses; 3000-3999, junior courses; 4000-4999, senior courses; and 5000-6999, graduate courses. However, if prerequisites are met, students may enroll according to the following schedule:

 

Class   Courses Numbered
Freshman   1000   2000 a a
Sophomore   1000   2000 3000 a
Junior   1000   2000 3000 4000
Senior   1000   2000 3000 4000/5000-5499b
Graduate       4750-4999c 5000-6999  
  • a – Courses numbered 3000-4999 in chemistry, foreign languages, mathematics, and military science may be taken by students who have prerequisites and permission of the department chairperson.
  • b – Courses numbered 5000-5499 may be taken by students who have a 2.75 GPA and permission of instructor and Dean of the Graduate School.
  • c– Courses numbered 4750-4999 are open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students.

Numbers in parentheses following the course title indicate the number of class hours per week, laboratory or studio hours per week, and credit hours. For example (3-0-3) indicates three hours of classroom work each week, no laboratory hours, and three semester hours credit. Students enrolled in courses whose meeting times are noted as “arranged” (Arr.) should contact the instructor by the beginning of the semester. Unless indicated as below, courses are offered every term. Offering times indicated are: Su – Summer Term; F – Fall Semester; S - Spring Semester. Writing-Intensive courses are designated “WI.”

Prerequisites for courses are printed immediately following the course description. Prerequisites are predicated upon the assumption that students require certain knowledge and/or skills gained in one or more previous courses. Of particular concern in this regard are courses numbered 3000 or above, especially those required in majors and minors. Such courses often connect to a series of prerequisites, and, in many cases, only the highest ranking prerequisite in the series is listed with the course description. Students must be aware that the listed prerequisite may itself have one or more prerequisites. It is the student’s responsibility to consult the catalog course descriptions to be sure that all prerequisites in a series have been met.

A student may not enroll in a course serving as a prerequisite for another course he or she has already completed. (This rule does not apply to students who do not earn grades of C or better in ENG 1001G, ENG 1002G, and/or CMN 1310G or in accepted substitutions.) A student may not enroll in a lower level course which substantially duplicates a higher level course already completed. Should a student violate this prescription, he/she may not receive credit for the course toward graduation.

 

Communication Studies (CMN)

  
  • CMN 2650 - Introduction to Organizational Communication.


    (3-0-3) This course includes basic theories, structures and functions of communication in business and professional settings. It also includes effective leadership, decision making, and management of communication techniques.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 2920 - Introduction to Public Relations.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course surveys the history, growth and practice of public relations while also addressing major contemporary issues facing practitioners today. It introduces students to the basic concepts and principles of the practice, focusing on approaches, uses, tools, and methods. The course provides students with the foundation necessary to be successful in the field and understand current trends in the profession and academic discipline.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 2990 - Introduction to Rhetorical Studies.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Through the study of the rhetorical tradition, this course offers students the analytical tools to dissect persuasive and communicative public messages within the contexts of diversity and difference, and discover the limitations of those messages and the realities they create. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3000 - Communication Research Methods.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course introduces students to research methods in Communication Studies. It surveys the major approaches to communication data collection using quantitative and qualitative research methods.  Students will become familiar with the research process by reviewing literature, collecting and analyzing data, and using APA style to write up research reports and/or textual analysis. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in CMN 2010.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3020 - Public Relations Research, Evaluation, and Measurement.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course surveys the major approaches to data collection and analysis found in the contemporary practice of public relations. It includes an examination of the primary qualitative and quantitative methods used in public relations and how practitioners use data to inform their strategic choices. The course provides students with the foundation necessary to understand public relations research and explains its importance in strategic message creation, monitoring public relations programs, and the evaluation of message effectiveness.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3030 - Applied Communication.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Study of communication principles and skills in applied contexts. Use and implications of new technologies for communication practitioners are addressed. Skills emphasized include the design, creation, and integration of visual communication in presentations, online/web format and in print, as well as project management. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3100 - Persuasion.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This class will study symbolic communication intended to influence beliefs, attitudes, values, and behaviors. The course will focus on the critical assessment of persuasive messages, with additional attention to the theories and research behind persuasive message construction.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3210 - Rhetorics of Protest, Movement, and Resistance.


    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  Focused on western rhetorics of resistance from the 19 th Century to the present, this course offers a survey of “texts” including speeches, manifestos, poetry, music, photographs, embodied protests, films, documentaries, websites, and coercive actions in an effort to analyze the rhetorical nature of social movement and change.  WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3220 - Rhetoric of Race.


    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  This course examines the relationship between communication, race, and ethnicity in public discourse. Students will study rhetorical constructions of race and ethnicity and the ways in which those constructions embody and respond to social relations and power.  WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3230 - Advanced Public Speaking.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Principles and techniques of audience analysis, topic analysis and preparation, communication theories, and performance and evaluation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 1310G or CMN 1390G.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3240 - Religion in the American Public Sphere.


    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  This course will explore the intersection of religion and public discourse in the political, social, and cultural spheres of the United States.  The course will examine the extent to which religious ideas and language influence our collective identities and our ability to conceptualize various social, cultural, political, and ethical issues.  WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3260 - Rhetoric of Class.


    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  This course examines ways in which socio-economic class is constituted through public discourses. Students will learn how to use critical theories to investigate discourses that sustain a multilayered class system. Topics include the discourses of poverty, homelessness, immigration, and media representations of class.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3270 - Communication and Popular Culture.


    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  This course will examine texts normally not thought of as persuasive in an effort to examine how popular culture, as manifested through various forms of discourse, exerts influence on various audiences.  WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3300 - Interviewing.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This writing intensive course is designed for students to become thoroughly knowledgeable in the process of interviewing in various contexts. Students will engage in projects related to each context and demonstrate expertise via several interview projects and major research papers. WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3470 - Small Group Communication.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course covers the definition, structure, and functions of small groups. It examines theories and processes of communication that occur in formal and informal groups in professional, civic, and other contexts. Special attention is paid to the ways in which communication in small groups relates to critical and analytical thinking in small group decision making and problem solving, diversity in small groups, roles and leadership in small groups, and oral presentations in small groups. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3500 - New Media Practices.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. This workshop-based course introduces students to cross-platform digital production with an emphasis in branding, framing, narrative, and deploying symbols across various new media. This course melds social media and public relations with audio/visual production skills in order to communicate a unified message across various media in a constantly changing new media environment.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520 or JOU 3920.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3520 - Radio Production.


    (1-4-3) On Demand. Study of equipment and techniques involved in producing radio programs; announcing, scripting, writing, and producing. Practical experience in a variety of production experiences. Students will be required to complete laboratory hours at WEIU-FM. MC 915

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2525, 2550.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3530 - Film Communication.


    (3-2-4) Film as the expression of the performers, producers, directors, writers, and technicians. Critical discussion of film theory, history, and criticism. WI

    Credits: 4
  
  • CMN 3540 - Videography.


    (1-4-3) On Demand. Students learn to communicate visually with advanced camera, lighting, and editing techniques. Students will study and create a variety of digital media projects for film, TV, and the web.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2575

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3560 - International Communication.


    (3-0-3) On Demand.  Examines cultural, social, political, economic, and regulatory dimensions of international communication media: topics include nation, nationalism, culture, and communication; comparative studies of international media systems; communication and development; international relations, diplomacy, and the media; the rise of global culture; cultural autonomy and globalization.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3570A - Topics in Media History I.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Topics in Media History provides an in-depth study of the history of one particular medium (e.g. film, radio, television, or the internet). It will cover the development of media technology, the structure of media institutions and their regulation, and the social and cultural significance of these media.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520. May be repeated once when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3570B - Topics in Media History II.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Topics in Media History provides an in-depth study of the history of one particular medium (e.g. film, radio, television, or the internet). It will cover the development of media technology, the structure of media institutions and their regulation, and the social and cultural significance of these media.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520. May be repeated once when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3570D - Topics in Media History III.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Topics in Media History provides an in-depth study of the history of one particular medium (e.g. film, radio, television, or the internet). It will cover the development of media technology, the structure of media institutions and their regulation, and the social and cultural significance of these media.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520. May be repeated once when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3610 - Broadcast News.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. The study and practice of basic broadcast news skills with an emphasis on gathering, writing, producing and disseminating information via radio and television. Cross-listed with JOU 3610. WC

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    JOU 3002 or CMN 2575, or permission of instructor. Credit not granted for both JOU 3610 and CMN 3610.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3620 - Advanced Broadcast News.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. The study and practice of advanced broadcast news skills with an emphasis on writing, shooting, editing, anchoring, reporting and producing news for radio, television and online media. Cross-listed with JOU 3620.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN/JOU 3610 or permission of instructor. Credit not granted for both JOU 3620 and CMN 3620.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3640 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course is designed to provide advanced understandings of interpersonal communication. Major theories and research findings are utilized to explain personal and professional interactions in multiple interpersonal contexts. Particular attention is given to communication with family, friends, romantic partners, and in the workplace.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2630 (Cannot be taken concurrently.)

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3650 - Case Studies in Organizational Communication.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course examines key issues in Organizational Communication through an analysis of case studies. Students will apply various theories of Organizational Communication to real-life (or real-life inspired) cases from contemporary organizational settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2650

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3660 - Communication and Conflict Management.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course examines the nature of interpersonal conflict, its causes and consequences. The focus is on application of communication theories and research that illuminate why people behave as they do in conflict. The course also focuses on how to effectively manage conflicts and improve interpersonal communication quality. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3710 - Intercultural Communication.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Students in this course will explore existing and emerging issues, theories, and practices in intercultural communication. Specific attention will be paid to the ways in which culture influences and is influenced by verbal and nonverbal communication, identity, conflict, and popular culture. In addition to learning theory and applying different approaches to the study of intercultural communication, this course asks students to reflect on their own cultural identities, values, beliefs, and standpoints through participation in class discussions, activities, and assignments. Through self-reflection and critical thinking students will develop intercultural communication competence and an awareness to the complexity of intercultural communication.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3750 - Computer Mediated Communication I.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course explores the role of message construction and delivery strategies in effective communication in technological environments.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    “C” or better in CMN 3030.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3752 - Computer Mediated Communication II.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course explores the role that communication systems, structures, and applications have in the delivery of effective mediated messages.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 3030 and CMN 3750.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3903 - Rhetoric of Gender and the Body.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course is an exploration of the ways in which identity categories, such as woman and man, feminine and masculine, homosexual and heterosexual, are constructed and maintained through public and popular discourses. In part, we will study the theoretical literatures in communication, feminism, poststructural, and queer theory that “trouble” supposedly static categories of gender.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3920 - Public Relations in Society.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of the impact public relations has in society with major emphasis on providing information to the media (publicity), establishing mutually beneficial relations (employee, consumer and community relations), and serving as the organization’s conscience (counseling). Credit will not be given for both CMN 3920 and JOU 3920.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3940 - Advertising: Theory and Practice.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course provides a broad review of the history of the field, research and practice associated with advertising. It also surveys the organization of the advertising industry, role of advertising in promotion, types of advertising, and various media vehicles. This course also critically examines the social, economic, and political implications of advertising and consumer culture. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3950 - Conferences and Event Planning.


    (1-4-3)  On Demand.  This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts and principles of conferences and event planning management.   It is an applied course designed to introduce students to the planning process, sponsorships, promotion, and creative strategies that are part of events.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3953 - Perspectives on Sports and the Media.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An examination of the impact sports and the mass media have had and are continuing to have on each other. Focus on the history of sportswriting and sports broadcasting and the state of these fields today. Credit will not be given for both CMN 3953 and JOU 3953. Cross-listed with JOU 3953.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    ENG 1001G and ENG 1002G; JOU 2001 or CMN 2520 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3960 - Public Relations Writing and Production.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course introduces students to basic principles and practices of public relations writing. It is a writing intensive class that will develop essential writing skills for a) advocacy on behalf of organizations and causes and b) building and maintaining positive relationships with organizational stakeholders. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2920 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3965 - Advanced Public Relations Writing and Production.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This class focuses on the strategic management of multiple organizational communication channels and the production of written content across different platforms. Students learn how to manage, produce, and coordinate written content and how to engage internal and external stakeholders using a variety of communication channels (off- and online) available to non- and for-profit organizations. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 3960 or the permission of the department chair and instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 3970A - Study Abroad.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.

    Credits: 1 to 15
  
  • CMN 3970B - Study Abroad.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970. 

    Credits: 1 to 15
  
  • CMN 3970 - Study Abroad.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.

    Credits: 1 to 15
  
  • CMN 40001 - Independent Study I.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3) On Demand. Consideration of special problems in communication and communication education. Student presents individual study plan for researching history, theory, and/or practice of oral communication.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the chair and 2.75 grade-point average. May be repeated once for credit, but only six hours of credit in any combination of CMN 4000, 4275 and 4375 may be counted for a single option.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 40002 - Independent Study II.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3) On Demand. Consideration of special problems in communication and communication education. Student presents individual study plan for researching history, theory, and/or practice of oral communication.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Permission of the chair and 2.75 grade-point average. May be repeated once for credit, but only six hours of credit in any combination of CMN 4000, 4275 and 4375 may be counted for a single option.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4030A - Seminar I.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Seminar in topics which are not covered in the course offerings of the Department of Communication Studies. More than one section in more than one topic possible each semester. May be repeated once when topics vary. A maximum of six hours of CMN 4030 may count toward the major.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4030B - Seminar II.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Seminar in topics which are not covered in the course offerings of the Department of Communication Studies. More than one section in more than one topic possible each semester. May be repeated once when topics vary. A maximum of six hours of CMN 4030 may count toward the major.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4030D - Seminar III.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Seminar in topics which are not covered in the course offerings of the Department of Communication Studies. More than one section in more than one topic possible each semester. May be repeated once when topics vary. A maximum of six hours of CMN 4030 may count toward the major.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4030E - Seminar IV.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Seminar in topics which are not covered in the course offerings of the Department of Communication Studies. More than one section in more than one topic possible each semester. May be repeated once when topics vary. A maximum of six hours of CMN 4030 may count toward the major.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 42751 - Internship I.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-12) On Demand. (Credit/No Credit) On-the-job experience in a firm or organization approved by the department.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    12 hours of CMN courses, permission of internship director, acceptance by firm, and a cumulative 2.75 G.P.A., or 3.0 within the major. To be taken Credit/No Credit, but not to count against the maximum of 12 semester hours in Credit/No Credit option. May be repeated once for credit, but only six hours of credit in any combination of CMN 40001 or 40002, 4275 and 4375 may be counted for a single option.

    Credits: 1 to 12
  
  • CMN 42752 - Internship II.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-12) On Demand. (Credit/No Credit) On-the-job experience in a firm or organization approved by the department.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    12 hours of CMN courses, permission of internship director, acceptance by firm, and a cumulative 2.75 G.P.A., or 3.0 within the major. To be taken Credit/No Credit, but not to count against the maximum of 12 semester hours in Credit/No Credit option. May be repeated once for credit, but only six hours of credit in any combination of CMN 40001 or 40002, 4275 and 4375 may be counted for a single option.

    Credits: 1 to 12
  
  • CMN 42753 - Internship III.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-12) On Demand. (Credit/No Credit) On-the-job experience in a firm or organization approved by the department.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    12 hours of CMN courses, permission of internship director, acceptance by firm, and a cumulative 2.75 G.P.A., or 3.0 within the major. To be taken Credit/No Credit, but not to count against the maximum of 12 semester hours in Credit/No Credit option. May be repeated once for credit, but only six hours of credit in any combination of CMN 40001 or 40002, 4275 and 4375 may be counted for a single option.

    Credits: 1 to 12
  
  • CMN 42754 - Internship IV.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-12) On Demand. (Credit/No Credit) On-the-job experience in a firm or organization approved by the department.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    12 hours of CMN courses, permission of internship director, acceptance by firm, and a cumulative 2.75 G.P.A., or 3.0 within the major. To be taken Credit/No Credit, but not to count against the maximum of 12 semester hours in Credit/No Credit option. May be repeated once for credit, but only six hours of credit in any combination of CMN 40001 or 40002, 4275 and 4375 may be counted for a single option.

    Credits: 1 to 12
  
  • CMN 43751 - Practicum I.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) On Demand. (Credit/No Credit) Students apply communication skills in a leadership and supervisory role.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    12 hours of CMN courses, permission of instructor, permission of chair, 2.75 cumulative G.P.A. or cumulative 3.0 SPC G.P.A. Minimum of 40 contact hours for each semester hour of credit. May be repeated once for credit, but only six hours of credit in any combination of CMN 4000, 4275 and 4375 may be counted for a single option.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • CMN 43752 - Practicum II.


    (Arr.-Arr.-1-3) On Demand. (Credit/No Credit) Students apply communication skills in a leadership and supervisory role.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    12 hours of CMN courses, permission of instructor, permission of chair, 2.75 cumulative G.P.A. or cumulative 3.0 SPC G.P.A. Minimum of 40 contact hours for each semester hour of credit. May be repeated once for credit, but only six hours of credit in any combination of CMN 4000, 4275 and 4375 may be counted for a single option.

    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • CMN 4420 - Mass Media Advertising-Sales.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A study of theory, ethics, and legal implications of mass media advertising to include analysis of marketing problems and the role of advertising in their solution.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of “C” or better, and CMN 2520 or permission of Instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 44441 - Honors Independent Study I.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3-6) On Demand. Consideration of special topics in speech communication. Student presents a prospectus for researching history, theory, and/or practice of oral communications.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Honors Coordinator. May be repeated once for a maximum of six credit hours.

    Credits: 3 to 6
  
  • CMN 44442 - Honors Independent Study II.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3-6) On Demand. Consideration of special topics in speech communication. Student presents a prospectus for researching history, theory, and/or practice of oral communications.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Honors Coordinator. May be repeated once for a maximum of six credit hours.

    Credits: 3 to 6
  
  • CMN 4450 - Electronic Media Profession.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An overview of the Electronic Media profession, including an in-depth look at radio and television organizational structures, programming strategies, revenue streams, regulation, ethical standards, and current issues.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2520.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4500A - Topics in Electronic Media Production I.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. A detailed examination of specific theories and practices related to electronic media production. Specific topics will vary according to student demand, availability, and interest of faculty.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2550 or CMN 2575 or permission of instructor. May be repeated when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4500B - Topics in Electronic Media Production II.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. A detailed examination of specific theories and practices related to electronic media production. Specific topics will vary according to student demand, availability, and interest of faculty.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2550 or CMN 2575 or permission of instructor. May be repeated when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4500D - Topics in Electronic Media Production III.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. A detailed examination of specific theories and practices related to electronic media production. Specific topics will vary according to student demand, availability, and interest of faculty.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2550 or CMN 2575 or permission of instructor. May be repeated when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4500E - Topics in Electronic Media Production IV.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. A detailed examination of specific theories and practices related to electronic media production. Specific topics will vary according to student demand, availability, and interest of faculty.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2550 or CMN 2575 or permission of instructor. May be repeated when topics vary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4540 - Advanced Video Production.


    (1-4-3) On Demand. This course deals with the principles of preproduction planning, scripting, lighting, and audio and video mixing for studio and remote television productions as unified by the television director.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of “C” or better, and CMN 2575 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 45551 - Honors Research I.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3-6) On Demand. In consultation with a faculty member, the student designs, executes, and writes the results of an original piece of research. Any methodology may be utilized.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Honors Coordinator. May be repeated once for a maximum of six credit hours.

    Credits: 3 to 6
  
  • CMN 45552 - Honors Research II.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3-6) On Demand. In consultation with a faculty member, the student designs, executes, and writes the results of an original piece of research. Any methodology may be utilized.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Honors Coordinator. May be repeated once for a maximum of six credit hours.

    Credits: 3 to 6
  
  • CMN 4600 - Rhetorical Theory.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This class will offer an historical survey of scholars, writers and citizens who have theorized about difference and diversity from critical and rhetorical perspectives. This course explores the historical trajectory of “rhetorical theory” and how theory and practice intersect to shape understandings of social and national identity groups related to race and ethnicity, gender and sexuality, nation-state, class, and ability. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor. WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2990, CMN 3220, CMN 3260, CMN 3710, CMN 3903.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4644 - Honors Thesis.


    (3) On Demand. Intensive research in preparation of a thesis on a topic in speech communication approved by a faculty supervisor and the Department Honors Coordinator. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4650 - Simulation in Organizational Communication.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Simulation in Organizational Communication offers students the unique opportunity to participate actively in their learning with a corporate simulation designed especially for communication students.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of “C” or better, and CMN 2650 and 3650 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4651 - Communication Training: Theory and Practice.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An examination of how communication theories are used in the training environment. Emphasis is placed on the principles related to design, content, and delivery of programs that result in communication knowledge and skill development.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of “C” or better and CMN 2650, or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4666 - Honors Seminar.


    (Arr.-Arr.-3-6) On Demand. Areas of investigation which require integration of speech communication concepts and research will be treated, e.g., effects of mass communication, criticism of speakers or media, evaluation of communication techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of Honors Coordinator.

    Credits: 3 to 6
  
  • CMN 4720 - Workplace Relationships.


    (4-0-4) On Demand. This course explores the principles of effective professional and relational communication in the workplace. The course combines both theory and practice in an effort to help students manage workplace interactions and to create and maintain successful workplace relationships.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 2630, CMN 2650, and CMN 3660.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CMN 4750 - Contemporary Approaches to Mass Communication.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Survey of legal procedures of broadcast law, a survey of audience analysis, the structure of mass communications audiences, propaganda, communication networks, social and self-regulation of the media, and current research.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of “C” or better, and CMN 2520 or graduate standing or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4765 - Communication in Families.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. An examination of communicative structure, function, and process among family members. The family system as a whole and major sub-systems (parent-child, siblings, spouses) are explored. Emphasis is on the role of communication in the construction, maintenance, and change of family relationships throughout the family lifecycle.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4770 - Television Criticism.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. Students will utilize a variety of theoretical lenses to critically analyze and evaluate television histories, systems and individual texts. The course includes lectures, discussions, presentations, selected viewings, intensive writing and examinations. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor. WI

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4780 - Communication and Culture.


    (3-0-3)  On Demand.  This course provides an overview of key theories, concepts, and approaches to the study of communication and culture as practiced in communication. It covers the history of the academic study of communication and culture, the application of critical methods, cultural studies and communication, and the study of social relations, power and communication.  WI

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of “C” or better, and CMN 3270 or CMN 3560 or graduate standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4820 - Political Communication.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course examines the interactive role between public communication and politics. Students will study how communication is involved in the various aspects of campaigning for and fulfilling the duties of public office.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4850A - Topics in Computer Mediated Communication I.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A detailed examination of specific theories and practices related to communication technology. Specific topics will vary according to student demand, availability, and interest of faculty.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of C or better, and CMN 3750 and 3752 or permission of instructor. May be repeated once with a change in course content.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4850B - Topics in Computer Mediated Communication II.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. A detailed examination of specific theories and practices related to communication technology. Specific topics will vary according to student demand, availability, and interest of faculty.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Completion of CMN 2010, 2040, 3000, 3030 with a grade of C or better, and CMN 3750 and 3752 or permission of instructor. May be repeated once with a change in course content.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4919 - Principles and Practices of Public Relations Campaigns.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course examines the methods and approaches to planning, pitching, and implementing public relations campaigns. It introduces students to a stakeholder approach to developing campaign strategy including preparing a project proposal, managing a campaign, and evaluating a campaign’s success. The techniques addressed in this course are applicable to diverse clients and build on prior knowledge of public relations writing.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 3960 or the permission of the department chair and instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4920 - Public Relations Case Studies.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course enhances students’ understanding of public relations by providing a sophisticated presentation of public relations theory and discussing real world examples in which that theory is applied.  The course focuses on developing the analytical skills necessary to evaluate public relations programs, campaigns, and communication practices by building on the students’ knowledge of public relations theories, strategies, goals, tactics and techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 3960 or the permission of the department chair and instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4921A - Seminar in Public Relations.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course is designed for senior students who are majors in public relations. It builds upon students’ prior public relations knowledge and provides an in-depth examination of contemporary public relations topics and issues not ordinarily covered in existing public relations courses. Topics to be announced. May be repeated for credit with topic change. A limit of 6 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 3965 or the permission of the department chair and instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4921B - Seminar in Public Relations.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course is designed for senior students who are majors in public relations. It builds upon students’ prior public relations knowledge and provides an in-depth examination of contemporary public relations topics and issues not ordinarily covered in existing public relations courses. Topics to be announced. May be repeated for credit with topic change. A limit of 6 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 3965 or the permission of the department chair and instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4921D - Seminar in Public Relations.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course is designed for senior students who are majors in public relations. It builds upon students’ prior public relations knowledge and provides an in-depth examination of contemporary public relations topics and issues not ordinarily covered in existing public relations courses. Topics to be announced. May be repeated for credit with topic change. A limit of 6 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 3965 or the permission of the department chair and instructor. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • CMN 4921E - Seminar in Public Relations.


    (3-0-3) On Demand. This course is designed for senior students who are majors in public relations. It builds upon students’ prior public relations knowledge and provides an in-depth examination of contemporary public relations topics and issues not ordinarily covered in existing public relations courses. Topics to be announced. May be repeated for credit with topic change. A limit of 6 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CMN 3965 or the permission of the department chair and instructor. 

    Credits: 3

Computer Information Technology (CIT)

  
  • CIT 2523 - Data Communication Technology I.


    (2-2-3) F. An in-depth hardware course in computer hardware systems, Open Systems Interconnect (OSI) model layers, configuration details of Internet Protocol routing, switching topics, and router operation as applied to industrial settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    AET 1323.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIT 3153 - Data Communication Technology II.


    (2-2-3) S. This course focuses on additional hardware and networking applications of the topics covered in AET 2523, with emphasis on industrial networks of computer integrated machines.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    AET 2523. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIT 3303 - Introduction to Gaming, Animation, and Simulation.


    (1-4-3) On Demand. An introduction to the tools and processes used in gaming, animation, and simulation. Emphasis will be on planning, development, and deployment of 2-D projects for desktop and mobile devices.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIT 3313 - 3D Modeling for Gaming, Animation, and Simulation.


    (1-4-3) On Demand. A study of the tools, techniques and processes used in gaming, animation, and simulation modeling. Emphasis will be on planning, development, and deployment of 3D models for desktop and mobile devices.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIT 4749 - Capstone Project in Computer Information Technology.


    (1-4-3) On Demand. Comprehensive applications of the knowledge and skills learned in a student’s degree program. Focus on the integration and the synthesis of content through critical thinking and professional practice. Note: This course is restricted to seniors in Computer Information Technology. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.  Note: This will be a new course beginning Fall 2018.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIT 4753 - Emerging Video Technologies.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. A study of video technologies and techniques. This course will focus on the capture of video for creating applications and solutions for web sites, education, training, and advertising solutions. Main emphasis will be on hardware, specialty equipment, and media preparation for these applications. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in AET 2123, graduate standing or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIT 4803 - Operating Systems for Computer Technology.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. An Introduction to technological applications of modern operating systems: Design concepts, data structures, algorithms and systems (shell) programming basics. Emphasis will be on UNIX, LINUS, and WINDOWS based operating systems. This course is restricted to undergraduate students completing 75 hours of coursework in CIT, AET, or MIS major; or to graduate students. 

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in AET 3163. 

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIT 4813 - Front End and Mobile Website Development


    (2-2-3) On Demand. A study of front end and mobile website development. Emphasis will be on planning, designing, development, testing, and publishing of websites specifically for internet connected devices. Note: This course will have a supplemental cost of $50 - $75 for web hosting and domain name registration.  

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIT 4823 - Big Data and Cloud Computing.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. Introduction to concept and technology of big data and predictive analytics, including capture, transfer, storage, query, exploration, visualization and other relevant applications of large data-sets. This course is restricted to undergraduate students completing 75 hours of coursework in the CIT major or to graduate students of TEC.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in AET 3163 or its equivalent.  

    Credits: 3
  
  • CIT 4833 - Cybersecurity Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems.


    (2-2-3) On Demand. A study of principles and applications of Cybersecurity Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).  This course is restricted to undergraduate students completing 75 hours of coursework in a CIT, AET, or MIS major; or to graduate students.  This course may not be repeated with credit.  A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in AET 2523.

    Credits: 3

Computer Science (CSM)

  
  • CSM 2170 - Computer Science I.


    (3-2-4) F, S.  The development of algorithmic solutions to numeric and non-numeric problems. Implementation in a block-structured programming language such as C++. CS 911

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Credit for or concurrent enrollment in MAT 1441G. 

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSM 2670 - Computer Science II.


    (3-2-4) S. Intermediate programming techniques with emphasis on object oriented design, recursion as a problem solving strategy, event-driven programming, graphical user interface design, and software engineering principles. All programming will be done in an object-oriented programming language (such as Java, C++, or Python). CS 912

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    C or better in CSM 2170.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CSM 3070 - Competitive Programming.


    (Arr.-2-1) F, S. A course for students participating in programming contests in which EIU participates, usually once per semester, and for which the student wishes credit.  Mock competitions, both local and online, will be used for training.  Discussion of strategies and solutions is expected. Course may be repeated for up to two (2) hours of credit. A limit of 2 hours may be applied to a major or minor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    A grade of “C” or better in CSM 2670.

    Credits: 1
  
  • CSM 3570 - Numerical Analysis.


    (3-0-3) S. Construction of algorithms for interpolation, quadrature, solution of equations and systems, solutions of ordinary differential equations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CSM 2170 and MAT 2443 and MAT 2550.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSM 3670 - Principles of Computer Systems.


    (2-2-3) F. Computer organization, data representation, instruction sets, syntax and semantics of assembly language programming, the assembly process, implementation of subroutines, I/O and interrupts.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    CSM 2670 or MIS 3300 with a grade of “C” or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSM 3770 - Combinatorial Computing.


    (3-0-3) S. Enumeration and counting– generating functions and recurrence relations; graph theory– trees, circuits, outsets, transport networks; computational aspects of combinatorics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MAT 2345 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • CSM 3870 - Data Structures.


    (3-0-3)  F.  Introduction to the design and analysis of data structures and their related algorithms; lists, stacks, queues, trees, heaps and graphs; sorting and searching.  C++ or another object-oriented language will be used for any implementations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    MAT 2345 and CSM 2670 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
 

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