Sep 27, 2024

2016-17 Undergraduate Catalog

2016-17 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Child Development and Family Studies
	CDFS 3320 - Family Relations 3 credit hours Family systems, giving consideration to interpersonal relationships. The structure, function, and development of families in a changing society and in relation to other social institutions. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 3330 - Dynamics of Interpersonal Relationships 3 credit hours Skills and knowledge essential to the development and maintenance of interpersonal and work relationships analyzed. Topics focus on self-awareness, communication in various types of relationships, and managing feelings and conflict. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 3340 - Life Span Human Development 3 credit hours Emotional, social, physical, and intellectual growth and development of the individual over the life span with a family-oriented emphasis. Not available to Early Childhood Education and/or Family and Consumer Studies: Child Development and Family Studies majors. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 3390 - Child Development and Family Studies Professional Seminar 3 credit hours Prerequisites: Junior standing in the CDFS program and approval of the instructor. A prerequisite to HSC 4101 Internship in CDFS. Professional issues of ethics, networking, social change and public policy relating to children and families to be covered in 50-hour seminar format. Also, a site-approved, 100-hour field placement to be completed. Offered Fall only. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 4140 - Violence in the Family 3 credit hours (Same as SOC 4140 .) Prerequisite: CDFS 3320 or SOC 2500 with C- or better or permission of instructor. The causes, dynamics, and consequences of violence in the family. Includes the discussion of violence toward children, spouses, dating partners, siblings, and elders. Emphasizes the social conditions which lead to these types of violence. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 4310 - Human Development III 3 credit hours In-depth study of physical, intellectual, social, and emotional factors influencing development during adolescence and the reciprocal influences between adolescent development and the family system. Emphasis on the ecological perspective to include the relation between adolescent development, families, and society. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 4340 - The Contemporary Family 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDFS 3320 with C- or better or permission of instructor. An ecological approach to the study of contemporary issues, problems, questions, and life styles as they relate to families and individuals. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 4350 - Parenting 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDFS 3320 and CDFS 2350 or CDFS 3310 or PSY 4190 (with C- or better), or permission of instructor. Knowledge of parenting and parent/child interactions and the role of the parent educator from various theoretical and applied perspectives. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 4390 - Families in Later Life 3 credit hours Prerequisites: Human Science majors - CDFS 3320 with C- or better; Sociology majors - SOC 2600 with C- or better or permission of instructor. Examination of families in later life from an ecological approach with emphasis on family forms and relationships. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 4391 - Aging Health and Development 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDFS 4390 or SOC 2600 with C or better or permission of the instructor. A service learning opportunity that provides students with understanding of the concepts and application of aging, families in later life, assessment, and gerontological program planning and implementation. May be repeated with permission of instructor. Meets four hours per week. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 4710 - Family Centered Community Building I 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDFS 3320 with C- or better or permission of instructor. A survey course on family-centered community building (FCCB). Introduces advanced undergraduates to a range of topics, issues, and frameworks. Focused on cohesive, family-centered communities. Offered fall only. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 4720 - Family Centered Community Building II 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDFS 4710 (with a C- or better) or permission of instructor. A service-learning course based on the application of family-centered community building. Introduces undergraduate students as well as community practitioners to issues and activities intended to help build stronger, more cohesive, and family-centered communities. Offered spring only. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDFS 4790 - Family Life Program Development and Evaluation 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDFS 2350 , CDFS 3310 , CDFS 3320 , CDFS 3390 , CDFS 4310 , CDFS 4340 , CDFS 4350 , CDFS 4390 , and CDFS 4710 (all with grade of C- or better). Addresses concepts of family life education as they apply to the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs. Incorporates developmentally appropriate criteria for individuals and families over the life span. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Chinese
	CHIN 1010 - Elementary Chinese I 3 credit hours Foundation course in reading, writing, speaking, and aural comprehension. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CHIN 1020 - Elementary Chinese II 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CHIN 1010 or advanced placement. Continuation of CHIN 1010 . Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CHIN 2010 - Intermediate Chinese I 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CHIN 1020 or advanced placement. Continued study of the Chinese writing system, basic vocabulary and daily expressions, culture and society; and most importantly, the ability to use the language in communication. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CHIN 2020 - Intermediate Chinese II 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CHIN 2010 or advanced placement. Increased emphasis on using the language appropriately. Introduction of reading strategies and communication strategies. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CHIN 3010 - Advanced Chinese I 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CHIN 2020 or permission of instructor. Advanced level practice in language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Continued study of the Chinese writing system and culture. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CHIN 3020 - Advanced Chinese II 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CHIN 3010 or permission of instructor. Further advanced level practice in language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Continued study of the Chinese writing system and culture. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CHIN 3050 - Introduction to Chinese Culture 3 credit hours Offers both Chinese language and non-language students an introduction to Chinese culture and society focusing on key historical, social, and cultural topics essential to understanding modern China. Taught in English; no background knowledge of China or the Chinese language required. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
College of Basic and Applied Sciences
	CBAS 1110 - Science Seminar 1 credit hour Corequisite: Enrollment in dual enrollment CBAS course. Readings and discussion from scientific literature on a particular theme; discussion of ways science is communicated to the public and to the scientific community. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Communication (Speech)
	COMM 2150 - Voice and Diction 3 credit hours Development of self-confidence, more articulate speech, and effective voice quality through knowledge of the vocal mechanism; classroom drills and individualized instruction. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 2200 - Fundamentals of Communication 3 credit hours Principles and processes of effective public oral communication including researching, critical thinking, organizing, presenting, listening, and using appropriate language. Emphasis on informative, persuasive, special occasion, and extemporaneous (impromptu) speaking. Counts as part of the General Education Communication requirement. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 2300 - Interpersonal Communication 3 credit hours Introduces fundamental theories and principles for communicating effectively with others in everyday relationships. Topics include development of self-concept, perception, verbal and nonverbal communication, conflict negotiation, romantic relationships, and diversity. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3050 - Listening 3 credit hours (Same as ORCO 3050 .) Explores the function and impact of listening in workplace and other relationships. Includes analysis, interpretation, and application of effective listening skills. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3210 - Argumentation and Debate 3 credit hours Prerequisite: COMM 2200 or permission of instructor. Theory and practice of advocacy with emphasis on organization, refutation, reasoning, and rebuttal. In-class debating on questions of fact, value, and policy. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3220 - Small Group Communication 3 credit hours Prerequisite: COMM 2200 or COMM 2300 or permission of instructor. Exploration of theories of group dynamics through practical application. Study of verbal, nonverbal, leadership communication, and group decision making. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3225 - Gender Communication 3 credit hours Prerequisite: COMM 2200 or COMM 2300 or permission of instructor. Critical discussion of values, issues, decision-making paradigms, and traditions in the field of gender communication. Emphasis on individual practical application in personal and professional environments. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3230 - Professional Public Speaking 3 credit hours Prerequisite: COMM 2200 or permission of instructor. Students will create a variety of live and mediated presentations that offer preparation for leadership in professional situations. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3300 - Communication Theory in Films 3 credit hours Readings and films used to explain and illustrate key communication theories. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3340 - Interview Communication 3 credit hours (Same as ORCO 3340 .) Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. A critical study of professional interviewing techniques for employment, recruiting, counseling, persuasion, and appraisal. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3350 - Diversity in Communication 3 credit hours Communication and intergroup relationships among people of different ethnic/racial backgrounds in the United States. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3400 - Romantic Relationship Communication 3 credit hours Provides a general overview of contemporary research on relationship communication with a particular emphasis on romantic relationship development. Theories about the role of communication in initiating, maintaining, and disengaging from romantic relationships. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3560 - Intercultural Communication 3 credit hours Examines how perceptions, values, norms of behavior, and communication patterns vary among cultures. Content emphasizes increased understanding and problem-solving techniques when people from different cultures interact. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3580 - Political Communication 3 credit hours Nature and functions of communication with political institutions and groups, including campaign communication, decision-making strategies, deliberative discourse, advocates, and interest groups. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 3620 - Applied Communication 1 credit hour Prerequisite: Recommendation by a departmental faculty member. Field and laboratory experiences for the study of communication. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 hours credit. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 4260 - Independent Study 3 credit hours Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and completion of 21 semester hours in communication studies courses. Intensive study of a specific area of communication; topic is chosen in instructor-student conference. Maybe repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 4320 - Theories of Persuasive Communication 3 credit hours Includes theories and concepts that explain key variables in the persuasion process. Emphasis on becoming more aware as consumers as well as users of persuasive techniques. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 4400 - Sexual Communication 3 credit hours Overview of contemporary research on sexual communication with an emphasis on how people communicate about sex in varying relationships and throughout varying stages of life. Includes the role of communication in parent/child communication about sex, in dating and married relationships, and in varying contexts such as the media. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 4600 - Communication Research Methods 3 credit hours Analysis of methodological issues in research on human communication. Designed to teach critical analysis and understanding of how communication researchers develop hypotheses, test and interpret data, and present their findings. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 4650 - History, Theory, and Criticism of Rhetoric 3 credit hours Explores history, theory, and criticism of rhetoric from ancient times to the present. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 4700 - Senior Seminar in Communication 3 credit hours Intensive investigation of the major research methodologies in communication studies; presentation of projects and a synthesis of the communication discipline. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 4800 - Topics in Communication Studies 3 credit hours Meets individual and group needs for advanced study in communication studies. Topic determined at the time of scheduling. A maximum of six semester hours may be applied toward a degree. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	COMM 4900 - Internship in Communication Studies 1 to 3 credit hours Prerequisite: Permission of department. Practical experience in a professional work setting in a field requiring communication skills. May be repeated for a maximum of six credit hours. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Communication Disorders
	CDIS 3050 - Introduction to Communication Disorders 3 credit hours Overview of the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology, with emphasis on the common disorders of speech, language, and hearing and their treatment. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3130 - Hearing and Speech Science 3 credit hours Examines the acoustics of sound and speech production and the perception of sound and speech. Practical application of this knowledge to clinical settings emphasized. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3150 - Phonetics 3 credit hours Training in the recognition and production of the sounds of speech with an analysis of their formation; extensive practice in phonetic transcription. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3200 - Phonological Disorders 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 3050 and CDIS 3150 . Speech development, etiologies of phonological/articulatory problems, and approaches for assessing and remediating speech-sound errors. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3250 - Speech and Language Development for the Educator 3 credit hours Topics include theories of development of language in children from birth through the age eight (approximate end of the developmental period); the impact of the development of oral language on the teaching of reading and writing; an overview of the common speech and language problems seen in the school-aged child; and the influence of environmental factors on the child’s ability to communicate and learn. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3260 - Language Acquisition and Analysis 3 credit hours Language development and procedures for analyzing child language. Semantic, syntactic, and pragmatic development explored through examining child language transcripts. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3270 - Language and Literacy Development in School-Age Children 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDIS 3260 . Introduces language and literacy development in school-age children. Sampling and analysis in the areas of semantics, morphosyntax, and pragmatics to identify school-age children with and without language disorders. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3300 - Clinical Methods in Communication Disorders 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 3050 , CDIS 3150 , CDIS 3200 , CDIS 3260 , and academic criteria established by the faculty. Planning and implementing treatment programs for individuals with speech-language disorders. A foundation for clinical practicum. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3350 - Introduction to Audiology 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDIS 3050 . The etiologies and diagnoses of hearing problems; practical experience in administering audiometric examinations. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3400 - Anatomy and Physiology for Speech Pathology 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDIS 3050 or permission of instructor. The anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 3450 - Fluency Disorders 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDIS 3050 . Etiologies, assessment, and treatment of fluency disorders. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4400 - Neurology for Speech Pathology and Audiology 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 3050 , CDIS 3300 , and CDIS 3400 . Structures and function of the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system and their constituent parts. Focuses on function as it impacts human communication. Includes historical perspectives in the study of the brain and development of imaging techniques. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4500 - Intervention for Individuals with Hearing Loss 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 3050 , CDIS 3260 , and CDIS 3350 . Materials and methods employed in programs for persons with hearing loss. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4550 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology I 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 3300 , prior semester application, and completion of academic and professional criteria established by the faculty. Supervised clinical practice in the University clinic. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4560 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology I 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 4550 , prior semester application, and completion of academic and professional criteria established by the faculty. Supervised clinical practice in the University clinic. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4570 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology I 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 4550 , CDIS 4560 , prior semester application, and completion of academic and professional criteria established by the faculty. Supervised clinical practice in the University clinic. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4580 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology I 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 4550 , CDIS 4560 , CDIS 4570 , prior semester application, and completion of academic and professional criteria established by the faculty. Supervised clinical practice in the University clinic. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4600 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology II 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 4550 and CDIS 4560 , prior semester application, and approval by faculty. Advanced supervised clinical practice in an off-campus clinical facility. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4620 - Independent Study 1 to 3 credit hours Prerequisite: Recommendation by a departmental faculty member. Study of a specific area of speech/ language pathology or audiology to be completed through instructor-student conferences. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4630 - Independent Study 1 to 3 credit hours Prerequisite: Recommendation by a departmental faculty member. Study of a specific area of speech/language pathology or audiology to be completed through instructor-student conferences. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4650 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology III 6 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 4550 and CDIS 4560 ; prior semester application; and approval by faculty. Organization, management, and implementation of public school speech-language and hearing programs. Advanced supervised clinical practice in a public school setting. The School Speech-Language Teacher license requires completion of this course. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4660 - School Practicum in Speech Language Pathology 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 4550 and CDIS 4560 , prior semester application, and approval by faculty. Advanced clinical practicum/externship in the schools under the supervision of an ASHA-certified practitioner based in the schools and MTSU faculty. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4700 - Practicum in Audiology 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 3350 and CDIS 4550 or permission of instructor. Laboratory course in applying principles of audiology. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4750 - Advanced Audiology 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDIS 3350 or permission of instructor. The development of advanced skills in the evaluation and remediation of hearing problems. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4800 - Speech and Language Disorders in the Adult Population 3 credit hours Overview of the impact of age on communication. Identification and remediation of communication problems associated with the aging process. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4850 - Speech and Language Disorders in Childhood 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 3400 and CDIS 4550 or permission of instructor. A comprehensive study of the speech, language, and voice difficulties experienced by children. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4860 - Seminar in School Speech Language Pathology 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CDIS 4550 and CDIS 4560 , prior semester application, and approval by faculty. Covers topics appropriate to the implementation of federal, state, and local laws that affect service-delivery of speech-language and hearing in the school setting. Study of best practices in service delivery, school, culture, working with parents, and how to integrate related services such as speech-language and hearing intervention into the academic environment. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4900 - Diagnostic Procedures in Speech Pathology 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDIS 4550 or permission of instructor. Basic concepts of measurement and application of diagnostic procedures used in speech-language pathology. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CDIS 4950 - Research Methods in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CDIS 3300 . Introduces research designs and strategies frequently used in the fields of speech language pathology and audiology. Analysis of research literature and understanding of statistical procedures commonly employed in studying this small yet diverse population. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Computer Science
	CSCI 1010 - Computer Science Colloquium 1 credit hour Introduces new computer science students to the computer science major. Topics include degree requirements, faculty resources, research opportunities, and career options. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 1150 - Computer Orientation 3 credit hours A general introduction to computers with an emphasis on personal computing, database, word processing, presentation graphics, spreadsheets, and Internet tools. Does not count for Computer Science major or minor. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 1160 - Introduction to Computing: A Multimedia Approach 4 credit hours Prerequisite: Sufficient background in algebra. Computer science concepts and computer software development using a multimedia approach to program development. Algorithms, programming, and documentation of media computation problems including modifying, editing, and creating picture and sound files. Explores computer science hardware and software terminology. Counts toward a Computer Science major or minor upon successful completion with a grade of A or B and approval by Computer Science chair. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 1170 - Computer Science I 4 credit hours Prerequisite: MATH 1730 with a grade of C or better or Math ACT of 26 or better or Calculus placement test score of 73 or better. The first of a two-semester sequence using a high-level language; language constructs and simple data structures such as arrays and strings. Emphasis on problem solving using the language and principles of structured software development. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hour. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 2170 - Computer Science II 4 credit hours Prerequisite: CSCI 1170 or equivalent. A continuation of CSCI 1170. Topics include introductory object-oriented programming techniques, software engineering principles, records, recursion, pointers, stacks and queues, linked lists, trees, and sorting and searching. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3033 - Computer Languages: Java 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CSCI 3110 or consent of instructor. An opportunity for a Computer Science major or minor to gain experience and training in a secondary language. Covers the syntax, advantages, disadvantages, limitations, and selected applications of a language. Credit will not be given toward a Computer Science major or minor if credit has been received for the same language in another course. Credit in secondary computer languages is limited to 3 hours for the major or minor. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3037 - Computer Languages: Visual Programming 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CSCI 3110 or consent of instructor. An opportunity for a Computer Science major or minor to gain experience and training in a secondary language. Covers the syntax, advantages, disadvantages, limitations, and selected applications of a language. Credit will not be given toward a Computer Science major or minor if credit has been received for the same language in another course. Credit in secondary computer languages is limited to 3 hours for the major or minor. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3038 - Computer Languages: Python 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CSCI 3110 or consent of instructor. An opportunity for a Computer Science major or minor to gain experience and training in a secondary language. Covers the syntax, advantages, disadvantages, limitations, and selected applications of a language. Credit will not be given toward a Computer Science major or minor if credit has been received for the same language in another course. Credit in secondary computer languages is limited to 3 hours for the major or minor. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3080 - Discrete Structures 3 credit hours (Same as MATH 3080 .) Prerequisites: CSCI 1160 or CSCI 1170 and MATH 1910 or consent of instructor. Topics include formal logic, proof techniques, matrices, graphs, formal grammars, finite state machines, Turing machines, and binary coding schemes. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3110 - Algorithms and Data Structures 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CSCI 2170 ; corequisite: CSCI 3080 . Topics include additional object-oriented programming techniques, algorithm design, analysis of algorithms, advanced tree structures, indexing techniques, internal and external sorting, graphs, and file organizations. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3130 - Assembly and Computer Organization 4 credit hours Prerequisite: CSCI 2170 . Assembly language and the organization and basic architecture of computer systems. Topics include hardware components of digital computers, microprogramming, and memory management. Laboratory exercises involve logical, functional properties of components from gates to microprocessors. Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3160 - Introduction to Assembly Language 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CSCI 1170 or equivalent. Computer architecture and assembly language. Major emphasis on addressing techniques, macros, and program segmentation and linkage. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3180 - Introduction to Numerical Analysis 3 credit hours (Same as MATH 3180 .) Prerequisites: MATH 1920 and either CSCI 1160 or CSCI 1170 . Topics include series approximation, finite differences interpolation, summation, numerical differentiation and integration, iteration, curve fitting, systems of equations and matrices, and error analysis. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3210 - Theory of Programming Languages 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CSCI 2170 and COMM 2200 ; corequisite: CSCI 3080 . Syntax and theory of multiple languages covered with emphasis on binding times, parsers, grammars, finite automata, regular expressions, type checking and equivalence, scope of variables, exception handling, parameter passing, and storage management. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3240 - Introduction to Computer Systems 4 credit hours Prerequisites: CSCI 2170 and either CSCI 3130 or ET 3620 . Provides a programmer’s view of how computer systems execute programs, store information, and communicate. Topics include machine-level code and its generation by optimizing compilers, computer arithmetic, memory organization and management, networking technology and protocols, and supporting concurrent computation. Three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3250 - Operating Systems 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CSCI 3240 . Concepts and facilities of an operating system. Major concepts in memory, processor, device, and information management are covered as well as interrelationships between the operating system and the architecture of the computer system. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3420 - Social, Ethical, and Legal Implications of Computing 2 credit hours Prerequisites: A three-hour course in computing, COMM 2200 , and junior standing. Introduction to the impact of computers on society and the ethical and legal issues confronting computer users and professionals. Does not count toward a minor in Computer Science. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4160 - Compiler Design and Software Development 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CSCI 3080 , CSCI 3110 , and either CSCI 3130 or CSCI 3160 . The various phases of a compiler along with grammars, finite automata, regular expressions, LR parsing, error recovery, backward and forward flow analysis, and code optimization. A term project consisting of the design and construction of a functional complier required. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4250 - Computer Graphics 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CSCI 2170 and CSCI 3080 or consent of instructor. Topics include vector drawing displays, raster scan displays, input devices and techniques, graphics software, transformations, projections, interpolation, and approximation. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4280 - Undergraduate Research 1 to 4 credit hours Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and department. Independent investigation of a selected research problem under the guidance of a faculty member resulting in an oral and written report of results. Does not count toward a minor in Computer Science. May be repeated for a maximum of four credits. A maximum of three credits in the major may come from CSCI 3970 , 4280, CSCI 4600 , and CSCI 4910 . Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4300 - Data Communication and Networks 3 credit hours Prerequisite: CSCI 3240 or CSCI 3250 . Computer network architectures, protocol hierarchies, and the open systems interconnection model. Modeling, analysis, design, and management of hardware and software on a computer network. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4330 - Parallel Processing Concepts 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CSCI 3130 and CSCI 3240 or CSCI 3250 . Basic concepts in parallel processing and programming in a parallel environment. Topics include classification of parallel architectures, study of actual parallel architectures, design and implementation of parallel programs, parallel software engineering. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4350 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CSCI 3110 and CSCI 3080 or equivalent. Principles include search strategies, knowledge representation, reasoning, and machine learning. Applications include expert systems and natural language understanding. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4360 - Intelligent Robot System 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CSCI 2170 and CSCI 3080 . Principles and applications of intelligent mobile robotics. Various architectures used in the basic AI robotics development paradigms and basic techniques used for robot navigation. Strong emphasis on hands-on mobile robot design, construction, programming, and experimentation using a variety of robot building platforms. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4410 - Web Technologies 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CSCI 3080 and CSCI 3110 . An intensive introduction into current Web technologies including basic HTML, tools for Web page design, XML, client-side methods, and server-side methods. Students will be required to implement several Web-based projects. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4560 - Database Management Systems 3 credit hours Prerequisites: CSCI 3080 and CSCI 3110 . The relational and object models of database design along with relational algebras, data independence, functional dependencies, inference rules, normal forms, schema design, modeling languages, query languages, and current literature. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4600 - Independent Study in Computer Science 1 to 6 credit hours Prerequisites: Senior standing and consent of instructor. Students wishing to enroll must submit a written course/topic proposal to the department prior to the semester in which CSCI 4600 is taken. Proposal must be approved prior to taking the course. At the course conclusion, each enrollee must submit a written report to the department. May count up to 3 hours toward Computer Science major. Click here for the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes

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Courses

CDFS 3320 - Family Relations

CDFS 3330 - Dynamics of Interpersonal Relationships

CDFS 3340 - Life Span Human Development

CDFS 3390 - Child Development and Family Studies Professional Seminar

CDFS 4140 - Violence in the Family

CDFS 4310 - Human Development III

CDFS 4340 - The Contemporary Family

CDFS 4350 - Parenting

CDFS 4390 - Families in Later Life

CDFS 4391 - Aging Health and Development

CDFS 4710 - Family Centered Community Building I

CDFS 4720 - Family Centered Community Building II

CDFS 4790 - Family Life Program Development and Evaluation

CHIN 1010 - Elementary Chinese I

CHIN 1020 - Elementary Chinese II

CHIN 2010 - Intermediate Chinese I

CHIN 2020 - Intermediate Chinese II

CHIN 3010 - Advanced Chinese I

CHIN 3020 - Advanced Chinese II

CHIN 3050 - Introduction to Chinese Culture

CBAS 1110 - Science Seminar

COMM 2150 - Voice and Diction

COMM 2200 - Fundamentals of Communication

COMM 2300 - Interpersonal Communication

COMM 3050 - Listening

COMM 3210 - Argumentation and Debate

COMM 3220 - Small Group Communication

COMM 3225 - Gender Communication

COMM 3230 - Professional Public Speaking

COMM 3300 - Communication Theory in Films

COMM 3340 - Interview Communication

COMM 3350 - Diversity in Communication

COMM 3400 - Romantic Relationship Communication

COMM 3560 - Intercultural Communication

COMM 3580 - Political Communication

COMM 3620 - Applied Communication

COMM 4260 - Independent Study

COMM 4320 - Theories of Persuasive Communication

COMM 4400 - Sexual Communication

COMM 4600 - Communication Research Methods

COMM 4650 - History, Theory, and Criticism of Rhetoric

COMM 4700 - Senior Seminar in Communication

COMM 4800 - Topics in Communication Studies

COMM 4900 - Internship in Communication Studies

CDIS 3050 - Introduction to Communication Disorders

CDIS 3130 - Hearing and Speech Science

CDIS 3150 - Phonetics

CDIS 3200 - Phonological Disorders

CDIS 3250 - Speech and Language Development for the Educator

CDIS 3260 - Language Acquisition and Analysis

CDIS 3270 - Language and Literacy Development in School-Age Children

CDIS 3300 - Clinical Methods in Communication Disorders

CDIS 3350 - Introduction to Audiology

CDIS 3400 - Anatomy and Physiology for Speech Pathology

CDIS 3450 - Fluency Disorders

CDIS 4400 - Neurology for Speech Pathology and Audiology

CDIS 4500 - Intervention for Individuals with Hearing Loss

CDIS 4550 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology I

CDIS 4560 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology I

CDIS 4570 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology I

CDIS 4580 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology I

CDIS 4600 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology II

CDIS 4620 - Independent Study

CDIS 4630 - Independent Study

CDIS 4650 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology III

CDIS 4660 - School Practicum in Speech Language Pathology

CDIS 4700 - Practicum in Audiology

CDIS 4750 - Advanced Audiology

CDIS 4800 - Speech and Language Disorders in the Adult Population

CDIS 4850 - Speech and Language Disorders in Childhood

CDIS 4860 - Seminar in School Speech Language Pathology

CDIS 4900 - Diagnostic Procedures in Speech Pathology

CDIS 4950 - Research Methods in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology

CSCI 1010 - Computer Science Colloquium

CSCI 1150 - Computer Orientation

CSCI 1160 - Introduction to Computing: A Multimedia Approach

CSCI 1170 - Computer Science I

CSCI 2170 - Computer Science II

CSCI 3033 - Computer Languages: Java