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CMN 4750 - Contemporary Approaches to Mass Communication
(3-0-3) Survey of legal procedures of broadcast law, a survey of
audience analysis, the structure of mass communication audiences,
propaganda, communication networks, social and self-regulation of the
media, and current research.
Prerequisites & Notes
CMN 2520 or graduate standing.
Credits: 3
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CMN 4760 - Theories of Human Communication.
(3-0-3) An examination of contemporary theories and models.
Credits: 3
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CMN 4765 - Communication in Families
(3-0-3) This course provides 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
None
Credits: 3
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CMN 4770 - Television Criticism.
(3-0-3) 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.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CMN 4775 - Documentary Film Making
(2-2-3) This course focuses on producing longer-form, reality-based content in a variety of documentary forms. Television programs, promotional video, and independent films all utilize documentary techniques and styles to document social phenomena and to tell visual stories. Discussions, hands-on production exercises, and screenings will prepare students to ethically produce a variety of documentaries.
Prerequisites & Notes
CMN 3050
Credits: 3
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CMN 4800 - Voices of Democracy
(3-0-3) Study of competing points of view on a series of critical issues of the Twentieth Century.
Credits: 3
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CMN 4820 - Political Communication.
(3-0-3) This course examines the interactive role between public
communications and politics. Students will study how communication is
involved in the various aspects of campaigning for and fulfilling the
duties of public office.
Credits: 3
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CMN 4919 - Principles and Practices of Public Relations Campaigns
(3-0-3) 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 address in this course are applicable to diverse clients and build on prior knowledge of public relations writing.
Prerequisites & Notes
JCMN 3960
Credits: 3
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CMN 4920 - Public Relations Case Studies
(3-0-3) 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
Credits: 3
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CMN 4921A - Seminar in Public Relations
(3-0-3) 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.
Prerequisites & Notes
CMN 3965
Credits: 3
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CMN 4921B - Seminar in Public Relations
(3-0-3) 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.
Prerequisites & Notes
CMN 3965
Credits: 3
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CMN 4921D - Seminar in Public Relations
(3-0-3) 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.
Prerequisites & Notes
CMN 3965
Credits: 3
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CMN 4921E - Seminar in Public Relations
(3-0-3) 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.
Prerequisites & Notes
CMN 3965
Credits: 3
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CMN 5000 - Quantitative Research Methods
(3-0-3) Graduate students will learn to analyze and critique scholarly
research. An introduction to basic quantitative
research methods and procedures is included. Students are expected to
conduct a research project. This course is required of all Communication Studies graduate students.
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate standing.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5010 - Rhetorical Theory.
(3-0-3) A study of rhetorical theory from 465 B.C. to the present. This
course is required of all Communication Studies graduate students.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5015 - Communication Ethics
(3-0-3) This course introduces students to the central theories and discourses of communication ethics. It surveys communication ethics problems and challenges in various public and private communication contexts including interpersonal, mass, and organizational communication as well as public relations and discourse. In addition, the course promotes students’ ability to recognize, analyze and address communication ethics problems and to foster ethical communication in their personal and professional lives.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CMN 5020 - Communication Theory
(3-0-3) This course examines the major philosophical foundations and theoretical paradigms found in the study of communication. The course provides students with an examination of communication’s epistemological foundations, the historical development of the field, and the role current theoretical paradigms play in the construction of theory and the conduct of research. Students will learn how communication theories are developed, analyzed, evaluated, and applied.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CMN 5040 - Communication Research Methods
(3-0-3) This course examines the research paradigms of Communication Studies with a primary focus on qualitative, quantitative and critical research methodologies. Students will learn how a research paradigm influences the formation of research questions, study design, and how research is conducted. Students will actively implement concepts from various approaches utilized by scholars and practitioners in the field of Communication Studies.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CMN 5150 - Seminar Interpersonal Communication.
(3-0-3) A detailed examination of specific theories in interpersonal
communication. Specific topics will vary according to student demand,
availability, and interest of faculty. May be repeated with a change in
course content.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5155 - Communication and Aging
(3-0-3) A survey of the research in key areas related to aging and communication. Course introduces central theories of communication and aging and approaches to studying intergenerational communication. Communication’s influence on societal attitudes about aging and intergenerational communication and the impact of communication on issues of independence, wellbeing, healthcare, close personal relationships, decision-making, and other communicative contexts related to aging will be examined.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CMN 5160 - Seminar in Mass Media.
(3-0-3) A theoretical study of aspects of Mass Communication requiring
original research. Electronic media are emphasized. May be repeated
once with a change in course content.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5170 - Seminar in Organizational Communication.
(3-0-3) A detailed examination of specific theories in organizational
communication. Specific topics will vary according to student demand,
availability, and interest of faculty. May be repeated with a change in
course content.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5180 - Seminar in Rhetoric.
(3-0-3) A course devoted to evolving theories, issues and foci within the interdisciplinary field of rhetoric. May be repeated once with a change in course content.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CMN 5190 - Leadership Communication
(3-0-3) This course develops students’ understanding of effective leadership by approaching leadership as a communication-based endeavor. It provides students with the knowledge
necessary to establish or enhance their leadership communication abilities. Students will be exposed to multiple leadership theories and discuss the role effective communication plays in their application across multiple contexts, including organizational, professional, and team environments.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CMN 5240 - Communication Pedagogy
(3-0-3) This course focuses on theories, problems, methods, instructional strategies, and philosophies related to communication pedagogy. The course provides an introduction to the sub-fields of instructional communication and communication education, a survey of various instructional strategies, and an in depth examination of the rhetorical and relational aspects of teacher and student communication in and out of the classroom. Students will be required to complete an instructional portfolio.
Prerequisites & Notes
None.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5510 - Interpersonal Communication
(3-0-3) An exploration of current theory and research in interpersonal
communication. Focus is on interpersonal communication structure and
process within the context of differing relational types and
communication episodes.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5520 - Social Interaction. (5620)
(3-0-3) Practical application of major communication theories.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5530 - Intercultural Communication
(3-0-3) Students investigate various theories and approaches to the
study of communication and culture across a variety of contexts.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5550 - Special Topics in Communication Studies
(3-0-3) Seminar in special topics not covered in depth in other Communication Studies courses. Focuses on the application of theory to contemporary issues and combines various perspectives from across the discipline. Topic will vary from semester to semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
CMN 5020, CMN 5040, CMN 5240
Credits: 3
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CMN 5610 - Media Criticism. (5330)
(3-0-3) A study of various critical approaches to the analysis of the
medium of television. Consideration will be given to various
methodological approaches to the study of the historical, economic,
political, cultural, and sociological impact of television.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5630 - Computer-mediated Communication
(3-0-3) A study of current trends in computer technology in society and
organizations. Included is the impact of Internet information and
commerce upon worldwide communication. An orientation to relevant
hardware and software is included. Cross-listed with JOU. 5630.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5700 - Public Relations
(3-0-3) This course is an introduction to the major paradigms and conceptualization of public relations. It confronts the major theoretical issues that now characterize the field, with an emphasis on actual theories of public relations. It examines how theoretical
approaches to public relations influence analysis, understanding and application of public relations strategy and message creation in contemporary society.
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate standing
Credits: 3
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CMN 5710 - Organizational Communication.
(3-0-3) An examination of how communication creates different types of organizations and how these organizations in turn direct and control employees’ actions and communication.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5720 - Seminar in Public Relations.
(3-0-3) Study of special topics in Public Relations. Practical applications of the principles of Communication Studies. May be repeated once with a change in course content.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5730 - Communication Training and Development.
(3-0-3) 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.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5740 - Small Group and Team Communication
(3-0-3) The course is designed to teach students about small group and team communication. Students will apply theoretical concepts to the analysis of group interactions, becoming aware of individual strengths and weaknesses when functioning in small group contexts, and develop skills for more competent group and team communication.
Prerequisites & Notes
None
Credits: 3
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CMN 5820 - Rhetorical Criticism. (5310)
(3-0-3) An examination in depth of the purposes, practices, models and
applications of various analytical approaches to communication
criticism.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5900 - Instructional Practicum
(Arr.-Arr.-3) Students learn and apply pedagogy skills in a supervised setting.
Prerequisites & Notes
Students must have completed 9 hours of CMN courses and maintain degree seeking status.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5901 - Advanced Instructional Practicum
(Arr.-Arr.-3) Students learn and apply advanced and/or specialized pedagogy skills in a supervised setting.
Prerequisites & Notes
Completion of CMN 5900 Instructional Practicum with a grade of “credit” (C).
Credits: 3
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CMN 5920 - Creative Project
(Arr.-Arr.-3) (Credit/No Credit) Students engage in a project with an
applied communication focus that reflects a thorough understanding of
communication theory and research. NOTE: a maximum of six semester
hours may be earned in a combination of 5920, 5950, 5990, and/or 5997.
Credits: 3
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CMN 5951 - Non-credit Thesis
(0-0-0) The purpose of this course is to allow a graduate student to remain continuously enrolled and access services required to complete the thesis after completing the maximum number of hours of credit for thesis [5950], research [5900], and independent study [5990] in a thesis option.
Credits: 0
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CMN 5990 - Independent Study
(Arr.-Arr.-1 to 6) The study of and report on a specific problem in
speech. Student presents an individual study plan for researching
history, theory, and/or practice of speech. Approval of the independent
study plan must be obtained prior to enrollment. NOTE: A maximum of six
semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5950, 5990 and/or 5997.
Credits: 1 to 6
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CMN 5991 - Non-Credit Independent Study
(0-0-0) The purpose of this course is to allow a graduate student to remain continuously enrolled as an auditor and access services required to complete the degree after completing all degree requirements except for completion of examinations or other non-course capstone requirements. Candidates in thesis options use non-credit thesis (5951).
Prerequisites & Notes
Candidates must retain degree-seeking status and secure permission of the department chair or graduate coordinator.
Credits: 0
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CMN 5997 - Study Abroad
(Arr.-Arr.-3 to 6) Special permission of the department. NOTE: A
maximum of six semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5920
5950, 5990 and/or 5997.
Prerequisites & Notes
Permission of the Department Chairperson.
Credits: 3 to 6
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CMN 55001 - Techniques for Teaching Assistants in Speech Communication I
(1-0-1) (Credit/No Credit) Supervised experience for graduate teaching assistants in Communication Studies.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limited to Graduate Teaching Assistants in Communication Studies. Must be taken for both Fall and Spring semesters and may not be applied toward the degree in Communication Studies. May be repeated once for a combined maximum credit of 4 semester hours in CMN 55001, 55002, 55003, and 55004.
Credits: 1
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CMN 55002 - Techniques for Teaching Assistants in Speech Communication II
(1-0-1) (Credit/No Credit) Supervised experience for graduate teaching assistants in Communication Studies.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limited to Graduate Teaching Assistants in Communication Studies. Must be taken for both Fall and Spring semesters and may not be applied toward the degree in Communication Studies. May be repeated once for a combined maximum credit of 4 semester hours CMN 55001, 55002, 55003, and 55004.
Credits: 1
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CMN 55003 - Techniques for Teaching Assistants in Speech Communication III
(1-0-1) (Credit/No Credit) Supervised experience for graduate teaching assistants in Communication Studies.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limited to Graduate Teaching Assistants in Communication Studies. Must be taken for both Fall and Spring semesters and may not be applied toward the degree in Communication Studies. May be repeated once for a combined maximum credit of 4 semester hours CMN 55001, 55002, 55003, and 55004.
Credits: 1
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CMN 55004 - Techniques for Teaching Assistants in Speech Communication IV
(1-0-1) (Credit/No Credit) Supervised experience for graduate teaching assistants in Communication Studies.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limited to Graduate Teaching Assistants in Communication Studies. Must be taken for both Fall and Spring semesters and may not be applied toward the degree in Communication Studies. May be repeated once for a combined maximum credit of 4 semester hours CMN 55001, 55002, 55003, and 55004.
Credits: 1
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CMN 59401 - Creative Thesis I
(Arr.-Arr. 3-6) Students engage in a capstone project with an applied communication focus that reflects a comprehensive understanding of communication theory and research.
Prerequisites & Notes
May be repeated once. A maximum of nine semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5920, 5940, 5950, and/or 5997.
Credits: 3 to 6
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CMN 59402 - Creative Thesis II
(Arr.-Arr. 3-6) Students engage in a capstone project with an applied communication focus that reflects a comprehensive understanding of communication theory and research.
Prerequisites & Notes
May be repeated once. A maximum of nine semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5920, 5940, 5950, and/or 5997.
Credits: 3 to 6
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CMN 59501 - Thesis I
(Arr.-Arr.-3-6) As arranged. (Credit/No Credit)
Prerequisites & Notes
May be repeated once. A maximum of nine semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5920, 5940, 5950, and/or 5997.
Credits: 3 to 6
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CMN 59502 - Thesis II
(Arr.-Arr.-3-6) As arranged. (Credit/No Credit)
Prerequisites & Notes
May be repeated once. A maximum of nine semester hours may be earned in a combination of 5920, 5940, 5950, and/or 5997.
Credits: 3 to 6
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CMN 59801 - Internship I
(Arr.-Arr.-3-9) Students practice teaching in a supervised community college classroom.
Prerequisites & Notes
Students must have completed 28 hours of CMN courses and maintain degree seeking status. Approval of the Graduate Coordinator required. May be repeated once.
Credits: 3 to 9
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CMN 59802 - Internship II
(Arr.-Arr.-3-9) Students practice teaching in a supervised community college classroom.
Prerequisites & Notes
Students must have completed 28 hours of CMN courses and maintain degree seeking status. Approval of the Graduate Coordinator required. May be repeated once.
Credits: 3 to 9
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CMN 59803 - Internship III
(Arr.-Arr.-3-9) Students practice teaching in a supervised community college classroom.
Prerequisites & Notes
Students must have completed 28 hours of CMN courses and maintain degree seeking status. Approval of the Graduate Coordinator required. May be repeated once.
Credits: 3 to 9
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CRM 4750 - Sociological Analysis of Juvenile Delinquency
(3-0-3) Advanced study of the theories of etiology, treatment and prevention. Cross-listed with SOC 4750.
Prerequisites & Notes
SOC 1838G and SOC 2761 or permission of the instructor
Credits: 3
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CRM 4790 - Policing Society: A Sociological Analysis.
(3-0-3) . Provides an understanding of the entire field of correctional systems in terms of its official objectives, its actual effects and effectiveness, including special focus on experimental programs. Cross-listed with SOC 4790.
Prerequisites & Notes
SOC 1838G and SOC 2761
Credits: 3
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CIT 4803 - Operating Systems for Computer Technology
(3-0-3) An introduction to technological applications of modern operating systems: Design concepts, data structures, algorithms and systems (shell) programming basics. Emphasis will be on UNIX, LINUX and WINDOWS based operating systems
Prerequisites & Notes
AET 3163
Credits: 3
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CIT 4823 - Big Data and Cloud Computing
(2-2-3) 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.
Prerequisites & Notes
A grade of “C” or better in CIT 1813 or CSM 2670 or its equivalent
Credits: 3
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CIT 4833 - Cybersecurity Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems
(2-2-3) A study of principles and applications of Cybersecurity Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
Prerequisites & Notes
AET 2523
Credits: 3
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CYB 5550 - Cybersecurity Professional Seminar
(3-0-3) Review of content and procedures of the recommended professional cybersecurity certifications in the U.S. market.
Prerequisites & Notes
TEC 5353, MIS 4850
Credits: 3
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GEO 4900 - Earth Science Field Experience for Teachers.
(2-6-5) Introduction to and field investigations of earth materials and resources, geological and geomorphical processes, and their historical relationships.
Prerequisites & Notes
Teaching certificate or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 5
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GEO 4950 - Earth Science Field Experience Research for Teachers.
(Arr.-Arr.-1 to 3) Research on specific topic or topics developed while enrolled in ESC 4900.
Prerequisites & Notes
ESC 4900.
Credits: 1 to 3
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GEO 5031 - The Earth for Natural Science Teachers.
(2-1-3) Examination of earth materials, nature and characteristics of minerals and rocks, soils, and agents that shape the face of the earth–rivers, glaciers, wind, waves and currents, subsurface waters; earth’s internal structure and composition, earthquakes and volcanic activity and continental drift and plate tectonics. Field and laboratory work included.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment in the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree program or consent of instructor.
Credits: 3
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GEO 5032 - Evolution of the Earth for Natural Science Teachers.
(2-1-3) A geologic study of life forms and land forms.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment in the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree program or consent of instructor.
Credits: 3
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GEO 5033 - The Hydrosphere for Natural Science Teachers.
(2-1-3) A study of aspects of the water cycle on planet Earth. Special emphasis will be given to the importance of water to the distribution of plant and animal life, its effect on landforms and its importance as a resource for human populations.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment in the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree program or consent of instructor.
Credits: 3
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GEO 5034 - Atmosphere for Natural Science Teachers.
(2-1-3) A systematic survey of the dynamic nature of earth’s atmosphere. Provides a background of global weather and climatic patterns. Topics include earth-sun relations, temperature, precipitation, air pressure, air masses, jet streams, severe weather such as thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes, climatic classification, and climate change. Contemporary issues of atmospheric forecasting methodology are addressed.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment in the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree program or consent of instructor.
Credits: 3
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GEO 5035 - Field Methods in Earth Sciences for Natural Science Teachers.
(Arr.-Arr.-3) Field investigation of selected physiographic provinces, earth materials, earth resources, geological and geomorphological processes, their origins, environmental significance and importance to human systems. Credit not granted for SCI/ESC 5035 and ESC 4900 or ESC 4950.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment in the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree program or consent of instructor.
Credits: 3
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GEO 5036 - Laboratory Methods in Earth Sciences for Natural Science Teachers.
(1-4-3) Use of laboratory instrumentation to measure and analyze earth materials. Special emphasis will be placed on the value of laboratory methods in identifying earth materials and solving problems in the earth sciences.
Prerequisites & Notes
GEO 5032 or GEO 5035, enrollment in the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree program or consent of instructor.
Credits: 3
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GEO 5037 - Special Topics in Earth Sciences for Natural Science Teachers.
(Arr.-Arr.-1 to 3) Intensive investigation of relevant topics of student/faculty interest.
Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment in the M.S. in Natural Sciences degree program and consent of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
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GEO 5500 - Advanced Earth Science Field Experience for Teachers.
(Arr.-Arr.-1 to 6) Field excursion to selected physiographic regions in the U.S. Regional field studies in geomorphology, historical geology, structure, hydrology, and climatology. Land use and modification by humans will also be addressed.
Prerequisites & Notes
Successful completion of ESC 4900 or equivalent experience.
Credits: 1 to 6
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GEO 5592 - Special Topics II
(Arr.-Arr.- 1 to 6) Readings, discussion, reports, on-campus and/or off-campus fieldwork on specific areas or topics in earth science, geography or geology. May be repeated once if a different topic is pursued.
Prerequisites & Notes
Teaching certificate or bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field.
Credits: 1 to 6
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GEO 5593 - Special Topics III
(Arr.-Arr.- 1 to 6) Readings, discussion, reports, on-campus and/or offcampus fieldwork on specific areas or topics in earth science, geography or geology. May be repeated once if a different topic is pursued.
Prerequisites & Notes
Teaching certificate or bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field.
Credits: 1 to 6
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GEO 5991 - Independent Study I
(Arr.-Arr.- 1 to 6) Individual study under faculty supervision on a topic selected by the student, in consultation with the faculty. Readings, discussion, reports, on-campus and/or offcampus fieldwork on specific areas or topics in earth science, geography or geology. May be repeated once if a different topic is pursued.
Prerequisites & Notes
Teaching certificate or bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field.
Credits: 1 to 6
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GEO 5992 - Independent Study II
(Arr.-Arr.- 1 to 6) Individual study under faculty supervision on a topic selected by the student, in consultation with the faculty. Readings, discussion, reports, on-campus and/or offcampus fieldwork on specific areas or topics in earth science, geography or geology. May be repeated once if a different topic is pursued.
Prerequisites & Notes
Teaching certificate or bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field.
Credits: 1 to 6
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ECN 4751 - Managerial Economics.
(3-0-3) The application of economic theory and method to managerial decision making.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 2802G and BUS 2810, or ECN 3971, or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4801 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory.
(3-0-3) Analysis of the determination of national income, employment, wages, and factors affecting inflation and growth.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4802 - Intermediate Microeconomic Theory.
(3-0-3) Analysis of product and factor price theory under alternative market classifications.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4803 - Mathematical Economics.
(3-0-3) The application of mathematical tools to economics. Various economic theories are formulated in a mathematical framework.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 4802 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4840 - Money and Banking.
(3-0-3) A thorough examination of the financial system along with the instrumental role it plays in a modern economy. Emphasis is placed on the structure of the financial system by analyzing money, financial instruments, financial markets, and the functions of the Central Bank.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4850 - Economic Analysis of Law.
(3-0-3) Economic analysis of the major areas of law: property, contracts, torts, criminal law. Emphasis on study of economic forces in the evolution of the rule of law and application of economic reasoning techniques to the critique of legal institutions. Examination of conflicts between economic efficiency and other social goals such as fairness, democracy, and justice.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4861 - International Economic Problems.
(3-0-3) Current international economic problems; balance of payments adjustment; exchange rate policy; international monetary mechanism.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 3860 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4875 - Area Studies.
(3-0-3) A study of economic conditions and development problems in a specific geographical area such as Tropical Africa, Middle East, or Latin America. The topic will vary from semester to semester; the course may be repeated with each change of topic.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4890 - Topics in Labor Economics.
(3-0-3) Topics in contemporary labor economics such as labor history, collective bargaining, labor law, poverty, compensation structure, discrimination, and wage differentials. May be repeated once for credit with change in topic.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4900 - Issues in Economics.
(3-0-3) An analysis of selected economic problems. Topics to be announced. May be repeated once for credit with change in topic.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 2802G and senior or graduate standing or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4950 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-2 or 3) Independent study in economics. Designed for individual student needs at either the undergraduate or graduate level.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 2802G and pre-registration conference with the department chair.
Credits: 2 or 3
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ECN 4973 - Intermediate Econometrics
(3-0-3) A study of regression estimations, tests and predictions, estimation problems and remedies, simultaneous equations systems with application to economics.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 3972, MAT 2110G and 2120G, or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5001 - Essentials of Economics.
(3-0-3) Accelerated study of the elements of macroeconomic and microeconomic theory. The course also covers discussion of economic application of theory in public policy. This course is not open to students working toward a B.A. in Economics, a B.S. in Business or a B.S. in Education with a major in Business Education.
Prerequisites & Notes
Graduate standing.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5401 - Advanced Macroeconomic Theory.
(3-0-3) Advanced analysis of determination of income, employment, investment, and wages; inquiry into the nature of equilibrium and equilibrating process.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 4801 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5402 - Advanced Microeconomic Theory.
(3-0-3) A development of value and distribution theories. Detailed analysis of the reactions of consuming and producing units.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 4802 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5421 - Seminar in Recent History of Economic Thought.
(3-0-3) A study to acquaint students with the best minds that exerted themselves on economics as a body of scientifically developed propositions since 1900.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 4520 and/or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5433 - Advanced Econometrics
(3-0-3) This course is the second phase of the econometric sequence. It focuses on applying feasible and valid empirical techniques to economic problems. Students will gain hands-on experience formulating and estimating models, making forecasts and interpreting results.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 4973, or approval by the instructor or department chair. Course may not be repeated.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5441 - Seminar in Monetary Theory.
(3-0-3) Critical inquiry into the nature of the demand for money and the effect of monetary policy on national income and employment.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 4840 or equivalent.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5451 - Seminar in Public Finance.
(3-0-3) A study of the relationship between the public sector and the rest of the economy.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 4801 and 4802.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5461 - Seminar in International Trade
(3-0-3) A study of the classical and modern theories of international trade, trade policy, and international trading arrangements.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 3860 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5462 - Seminar in International Monetary Economics
(3-0-3) International Monetary Economics has become an ever changing field with growing economic complexity and challenges. This course offers an in-depth discussion of essential topics in this field from a macroeconomic perspective. Topics explored cover, among others, the balance of payments, foreign exchange market, open-economy macroeconomics, theories of currency crisis, and optimum currency areas.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN4801- Intermediate Macroeconomics, or ECN4802- Intermediate Microeconomics, or an Equivalent Course, or Permission of Instructor or Department Chair
Credits: 3
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ECN 5471 - Seminar in Economic Development.
(3-0-3) A study of the theories and institutions of development and underdevelopment.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 4570 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5480 - Advanced Industrial Organizations
(3-0-3) The course provides a graduate level introduction to topics in Industrial Organization including concentration, size, competition; entry deterrence, antitrust; price leadership and discrimination; fair trade; unfair competition and public policy.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 4802, or permission of the department chairperson.
Credits: 3
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ECN 5481 - Seminar in Public Control of Industry.
(3-0-3) Selected problems of economic policy arising from the interrelations of government and business with emphasis on maintaining competitive enterprise.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 3880 and/or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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