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COMM 3504 - Practicum Video Lab
3 Credit(s)
A television lab experience which results in public affairs, news, documentary, sports, and educational programming for the University cable station. Only four (4) credit hours of each practicum can count toward the major. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2200 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C-
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 15
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 3507 - Sports Public Relations
3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on the preparation of sports public relations communication including strategic management; using print, broadcast, and social media to create effective public relations campaigns and develop beneficial relationships with media and public audiences. (Spring [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1707 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 3717 - Issues in Sports
3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on significant social issues involving interpersonal, small group, and mass communication as applied to youth, collegiate, and professional sports. Topics include race and ethnicity, gender and masculine hegemony, sports fandom and fan identification, communication between athletes and parents, communication between coaches and athletes, fantasy sports and sports gaming, crisis communication in sports, and social media in sports. (Fall [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1707 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 3810 - Advanced Presentations and Speaking
3 Credit(s)
Advanced principles of public speaking and speechwriting with their practical implementation for professional communication settings. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1010 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 3850 - Communication in Organizations
3 Credit(s)
The course emphasizes message design and dissemination within and between organizations. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 3900 - Strategic Campaigns
3 Credit(s)
This course will mix discussion of issues and problems in public relations with hands-on program development as students research, plan, and execute a campaign for a client. (Spring, Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1450 and COMM 2900 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 3930 - Crisis Communication
3 Credit(s)
This course will study the crisis communication and responding strategies via different communication channels. By learning and understanding the role crisis communication plays in each stage of crisis, this course will offer an in-depth view of crisis management and explores how publics receive, seek, and share crisis information. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4000 - Research for Communication Careers
3 Credit(s)
The course emphasizes research appropriate for understanding, data gathering and analysis in various communication settings. An emphasis is placed on message analysis, interviewing, surveys, focus groups, content analysis, social marketing methods, and experimental design. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 3100 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4030 - Social Media Management
3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on how to use and process user-generated content (UGC), organization of social media posts, and big data information to make analyses, recommendations, optimizations, and predictions for brand constructions on social media. By using case studies, usability tests, eye-tracking technology, and social media plan projects, students will also learn practical steps and response strategies for social media-based branding and crisis management. (Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1030 and COMM 2030 and COMM 3030 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Prerequisite Can Be Concurrent? Yes (COMM 3030)
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4040 - Advertising Psychology
3 Credit(s)
Psychology in advertising has long been used as an effective means to attract people to buy wanted and sometimes unwanted products and services, donate to charity, vote for political candidates, and change people’s health-related lifestyles for better or worse. This course will offer a comprehensive and state-of-the-art overview of the psychological findings on the impact of advertising, and to discuss these findings in the context of recent developments in the fields of social and consumer psychology. Through readings, discussions, presentations, and projects, this course will introduce students to theories, concepts, and research concerning the psychology of advertising. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4070 - Advanced Visual Communication Graphics
3 Credit(s)
This course provides an examination of the different elements of visual design, as well as a general overview of the design process. Students will learn how design process and information such as the project goal and target audience should influence a design. They will be able to recognize and choose appropriate design software as an effective tool to complete graphic design projects. Much of the material in this course is oriented toward design for projects that make use of electronic media. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1070 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4140 - Advanced Media Writing
3 Credit(s)
This course will give each student a chance to study advanced reporting, principles of newspaper and magazine layout, and apply as many of the principles as possible through the course assignments. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1130 or COMM 1610 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4240 - Technical Writing
3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on practical types of writing used in business and industry. Using principles of analyzing and planning to meet the reader’s informational needs, students produce proposals, instructions, and the various types of informative and persuasive reports used in organizations. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4260 - Media Law
3 Credit(s)
An overview of legal and ethical considerations for media practitioners. Study areas include but are not limited to libel, privacy, broadcast regulations, advertising regulation, online and social media implications, and First Amendment law. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4280 - Advertising Strategies
3 Credit(s)
Practical preparation in audience analysis, advertising goals and budgets, creating an effective media plan, and strategic media buying. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 3080 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4440 - Multimedia Storytelling
3 Credit(s)
This course involves the skills and knowledge necessary to write, produce, and distribute multimedia projects that combine audio, video, images, and text in interactive formats. Collaborative, project-focused assignments emphasize visual storytelling concepts applicable to professional contexts. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1130 or COMM 1610 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4501 - Conflict Management
3 Credit(s)
Designed to familiarize students with the many factors that contribute to interpersonal conflicts and the communication skills for productive conflict management or resolution. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4502 - Political Communication
3 Credit(s)
The course emphasizes how persuasive communication occurs in stages of a political campaign with a focus on political ads, debates, media use and coverage, political humor, and the integration of new technology. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4504 - Health Communication
3 Credit(s)
The course analyzes messages occurring within the health care industry including: patient-provider interaction, health narratives, avenues for social support, public health campaigns, technology’s role in health, and media portrayals. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4506 - Family Communication
3 Credit(s)
Family Communication examines the foundations and framework of basic family processes and family systems, including problematic issues in family communication, stress, divorce, health, critical listening, and thinking habits. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4507 - Sports Administration and Management
3 Credit(s)
This course examines the historical development, current trends, best practices, and future trends of sports administration and management. Foundational principles will be taught within the framework of professional, collegiate, interscholastic, non-traditional, and youth and community sport in select subject areas, including the history of sports management and administration, careers in sports administration and management, marketing, and ethics. Current administrators and managers in a wide variety of sport categories will regularly supplement class materials as guest lecturers to add practical experience to theory and practice offered by the course text. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4520 - Event Planning and Management
3 Credit(s)
This course will be an experiential, hands on learning class. Students will study in depth categories of event planning, and current issues/trends of event management. Students will learn how to plan, manage, and execute events from start to finish and how various communication theories apply to events, and the power of persuasion and planning in events. Students will learn to write, communication and utilize public relations for even management. Students will be assigned events throughout the semester and will be expected to participate in the planning, execution, and attendance of the event. This course will help practitioners be prepared for event planning in the working world. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4600 - Topics in Communication
3 Credit(s)
Discussion of contemporary communication topics varying by semester. Repeatable with different topic up to nine (9) credits toward the major. Check department for upcoming topics. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 9
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4707 - Theory and Research in Sports Communication
3 Credit(s)
This course provides an in-depth look at theoretical foundations used in sports communication research explaining mainstream media messages, public relations strategies, and social media uses in sports settings. It also includes a brief look at theoretical underpinnings of various sociological aspects of sports and communication. (Spring [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1707 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4750 - Advanced Video Editing
3 Credit(s)
Advanced video editing and effective post-production. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2200 and COMM 3504 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4760 - Advanced Video and Film Production
3 Credit(s)
Concentrated work in on-location film and video productions. Work will include long format news, online, sports, public affairs, narrative, experimental and documentary productions. Students will work individually and in groups learning proper preproduction, production, and post-production techniques. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 2200 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4770 - History of American Journalism
3 Credit(s)
This course seeks to understand the historical origins of the modern, media-dominated culture of the United States. Topics covered include invention of the printing press, pamphlets of the American Revolution, Abolitionist newspapers, Yellow Journalism, Political Cartooning, Muckrakers, War Correspondents, the Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, Watergate, and the Digital Revolution. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
Equivalent Course(s): HIST 4770
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COMM 4800 - Individual Projects
1 Credit(s) 3 Maximum Credit(s)
In consultation with an instructor, the student selects an area for independent research and/or production in advertising, interpersonal communication, public relations, writing, publishing, still or motion picture photography, or broadcasting. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 6
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4830 - Readings and Conferences
1 Credit(s) 3 Maximum Credit(s)
Description unavailable. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 12
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4890 - Internship in Communication
1 Credit(s) 9 Maximum Credit(s)
Provides the student with hands-on experience in advertising, news writing, editing, photography, publication layout and design, public relations, broadcasting, or social media creation and management under the direct supervision of a qualified professional communicator. Only three (3) credit hours may count toward the major. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 12
Registration Restriction(s): Junior or Senior standing required
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COMM 4930 - Social Media Lab
3 Credit(s)
A course designed to provide professionally mentored, student-led experience in strategic communication, creating social media, public relations, and advertising campaigns for professional clients. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): COMM 1450 and COMM 2900 and COMM 3080 and COMM 3900 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 4980 - Student Teaching
3 Credit(s)
Description unavailable. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 6000 - Communication and Professional Development
3 Credit(s)
Students learn to successfully navigate graduate education, engage in research and professional activities, and prepare portfolios and resumes/CVs. Targeted to student needs at various stages in the program. (Fall - 1st Session, Fall - 2nd Session, Spring - 1st Session, Spring - 2nd Session, Summer - 1st Session, Summer - 2nd Session) [Pass/Fail]
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6010 - Applied Communication Theory
3 Credit(s)
Using communication theory in real life. Introduction, research, and written articulation of both basic and advanced concepts of theories examining the role of applied and professional communication in human, organizational, social media, strategic, and mass media contexts. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program or Graduate Director permission
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6020 - Qualitative Communication Research
3 Credit(s)
Students learn the fundamentals of various qualitative and rhetorical research methods, with their associated theoretical bases and specific applications. These methods include 1) generic, metaphor, narrative, and Burkean criticism; 2) ethnography and participant observation; 3) semi-structured interviewing; and 4) grounded theory. Students have the opportunity to conduct and write up their own qualitative/rhetorical studies from the start (formulating research questions) to finish (interpreting the findings and drawing appropriate conclusions). (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program or Graduate Director permission
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6030 - Quantitative Communication Research
3 Credit(s)
Students will use relevant statistics to summarize data and explain certain human behaviors. Focus is on matching appropriate statistical tests to a given situation and providing relevant interpretations rather than on calculating the numbers. Using the IBM SPSS statistics program, students will apply their knowledge to modern-day research and practical problems related to communication professions. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6040 - Professional Writing and Presentations
3 Credit(s)
Students will strengthen and enhance writing and presentation skills with careful attention to advanced language use required in various professional communication contexts. Students will create training sessions, press releases, digital resumes, website, social media, and marketing materials to help organizations manage their public face as well as learn how to establish and maintain their personal professional image in various contexts. (Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program or Graduate Director permission
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6110 - Mediated Communication in Relationships
3 Credit(s)
The study of interpersonal communication through technology-mediated contexts. This course will explore the adoption, usage, and management of the new technologies people use to communicate and interact with each other, as well as examine how the different types of mediated communication technologies affect the communication process. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program or Graduate Director permission
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6120 - Organizational Communication Strategies
3 Credit(s)
Students will explore communication strategy as well as leadership styles in various organizations by focusing on understanding culture, structure, practice, and decision-making. Emphasis will be placed on current theory, relevant research designs and methods, including the communication audit. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program or Graduate Director permission
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6140 - Pop Culture Messages
3 Credit(s)
Examines influential texts (e.g., YouTube, TV, Film, Advertisements, Music, Gaming) that students consume daily. Focuses on ways these discourses create identity and collective understanding. Explores message forms and their implications for critical thinking and consumption. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6150 - Visual Literacy and Application
3 Credit(s)
Students will explore an image’s narrative on multiple levels (ironic, indexical, and symbolic meaning) and understand how our image comprehension and construction are inextricably linked to the visual languages of advertising and photojournalism. Using eye-tracking and VR technology, students will also learn how to measure attention to entire visual messages and intra-stimulus attention allocation to specific messages. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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COMM 6160 - Communication and Digital Culture
3 Credit(s)
Communication and Digital Culture interrogates the so-called “digital age” by paying analytical attention to the intersection of technology, culture, economics, and politics. We will trace both the social and technological history that has led to the current moment, from the beginning of the idea of ‘the digital’ to contemporary cultural practices surrounding social media. We will seek to define “digital” and “culture” individually and in combination. Our time will be spent critiquing various cultural texts, audiences, institutions, and technical systems as well as learning how to engage in the production of digital texts as practitioners. Course readings draw from a broad range of literature situated within media studies, philosophy of technology, visual communication, and critical-cultural studies. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): Master’s degree-seeking students only
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COMM 6210 - Advertising and Public Relations Strategies
3 Credit(s)
Discusses advanced issues in advertising and public relations and how practitioners respond to and manage issues and events, with emphasis on recent research and theoretical developments, case studies, and experimental approaches. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program or Graduate Director permission
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6220 - Contemporary Audience Analysis
3 Credit(s)
This course focuses on surveys, polls, and sampling procedures to generate information about targeted audiences and publics. Applications of select research methodologies such as ethnographic and demographic research and other methods will be used to describe mass audiences. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6230 - Professional Social Media
3 Credit(s)
Examines the strategic use of major social media platforms. Topics include blogging, search engine optimization, content creation, story telling, corporate messaging, and uses and development of visual content. Students will complete an integrated social media plan with objectives, strategies, and tactics with key performance indicators and measurement. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program or Graduate Director permission
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6240 - Current Issues in Communication
3 Credit(s)
Current issues in communication discussing contemporary communication topics varying by semester. Repeatable with different topics up to 18 credits toward the master’s degree. Check with department for upcoming topics. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 18
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6850 - Individual Graduate Research
3 Credit(s)
The project is individually arranged and negotiated with a faculty advisor to provide students an opportunity to gain experience in a communication field. This project is distinct from a capstone project. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Number of Times: 1 - Total Credits: 6
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6891 - Individual Graduate Internship
3 Credit(s)
The internship is individually arranged to provide students with an opportunity to gain professional experience in a communication field while working under and with practicing professionals. This internship is distinct from a possible capstone internship. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 3
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6900 - Masters Capstone Thesis
3 Credit(s)
A capstone experience demonstrating the ability to complete a professional thesis in consultation with a graduate committee. Students conceive, research, and produce a thesis in a relevant area of communication. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graduate Thesis/Capstone Pass/Fail]
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6910 - Masters Capstone Internship/Project
3 Credit(s)
A capstone experience demonstrating the ability to complete a professional internship or project working in consultation with a graduate committee. Students conceive, research, and produce an internship or project in a relevant area of communication. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graduate Thesis/Capstone Pass/Fail]
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6998 - Masters Capstone Internship/Project Continuance
1 Credit(s) 3 Maximum Credit(s)
Students who have completed all coursework, including required capstone hours, but have not yet defended the capstone internship or project must be continuously enrolled in fall and spring semester(s) until they pass. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graduate Thesis/Capstone Pass/Fail]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 12
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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COMM 6999 - Capstone Thesis Continuance
1 Credit(s) 3 Maximum Credit(s)
Students who have completed all coursework, including required capstone hours, but have not yet defended the capstone thesis must be continuously enrolled in fall and spring semester(s) until they pass. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graduate Thesis/Capstone Pass/Fail]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 6
Registration Restriction(s): MA in Professional Communication majors only
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CS 1040 - Introduction to Programming with MatLab
3 Credit(s)
An introduction to computer programming. Topics to be covered include syntax, control structures, arrays, functions, methods, input, and output. Emphasis is placed on modifying and developing simple applications in MatLab/Simulink and C/C++. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1210 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 1400 - Fundamentals of Programming
3 Credit(s)
An introduction to computer programming. Topics to be covered include program design, program implementation techniques, programming constructs, console output, class design, and basic familiarity with the API. Emphasis is placed on modifying and developing simple applications. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CSIS 1030 within the last four years or MATH 1050 within last four years - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Prerequisite Test: ACT Math or ALEKS PPL - Prerequisite Test Score: 25 or 60
Prerequisite Can Be Concurrent? Yes (CSIS 1030 and MATH 1050)
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 1410 - Object Oriented Programming
3 Credit(s)
A continuation of CS 1400 featuring the use of APIs and problem-solving strategies to create, test, and debug interactive object oriented programs. Topics to be covered include recursion, exception handling, reusability, and program design. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 1400 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 2300 - Discrete Structures
3 Credit(s)
This course covers algebraic structures applied to computer programming. Topics include propositional and predicate logic, proofs, sets, relations, functions, counting, graphs, and trees. This course lays the foundation for problems solving in computer science and information systems. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 1410 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 2420 - Introduction to Algorithms and Data Structures
3 Credit(s)
Concepts and theory of data structures and algorithm analysis. Understanding basic data structures such as lists, stacks, queues, trees, graphs, and hash tables. Further exploration of objected oriented programming and the software development process. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 1410 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 2450 - Software Engineering
3 Credit(s)
An examination of systematic, disciplined, and quantifiable approaches to the development, operation, and maintenance of software. This course features a major programming project that is developed in accordance with sound software engineering principles. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 2810 - Computer Organization and Architecture
3 Credit(s)
This course builds on students understanding of interface between computer software and hardware. Topics for this course include processor architecture, computer arithmetic, instruction set architecture, assembly language and its relation to higher level languages, computer performance analysis, basic concepts on pipeline, introduction to memory management, Computer IO, and disk storage systems. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 1410 and EET 2780 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 3000 - Advanced Algorithms and Data Structures
3 Credit(s)
This course is a survey of the most effective algorithms currently in use for a wide variety of problems and their usage in program design. Characteristics and performance of algorithms are studied. Advanced object oriented programming techniques are emphasized. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2300 and CS 2420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 3150 - C and C++ Programming
3 Credit(s)
An introduction to C and C++ for students with previous programming experience in Java. Topics include C and C++ syntax and constructs, the Standard Template Library, and advanced problem-solving techniques in both languages. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 3200 - Database Design and Management
3 Credit(s)
Introduction to database management systems, database processing, data modeling, database, and database design, development, and implementation. Contrasts alternative modeling approaches. Includes implementation of current DBMS tools and SQL. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): Junior or Senior standing required
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CS 3300 - Mobile App Development for Android
3 Credit(s)
This course provides an in-depth look at programming mobile devices running the Android operating system, such as mobile phones and tablets. Java, XML, and other programming topics specifically related to programming mobile devices are included. Students use current software development environments such as Eclipse and the Android SDK when creating applications. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 3500 - Advanced Computer Architecture
3 Credit(s)
A detailed look at the design and organization of modern computing systems. Emphasis on understanding contemporary RISC processors at the RTL level. Current issues in the industry are emphasized (for example: pipelined data paths advanced cache design and instruction level parallelism). (Fall [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420 and CS 2810 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 3550 - Foundations of Computation Theory
3 Credit(s)
An introduction to the theory of computation and its relationship to the design and implementation of compilers. Topics include finite-state and pushdown automata, formal languages and grammars, Turing machines, and syntax and semantics of programming languages. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2300 or MATH 3120 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 3600 - Operating Systems
3 Credit(s)
An introduction to fundamental concepts in the design, implementation, and usage of operating systems. Topics include process management, main memory management, virtual memory, I/O and device drivers, file handling, and concurrency. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 4300 - Mobile App Development for iOS
3 Credit(s)
This course provides an in-depth look at programming mobile iOS devices such as the iPhone and iPad. The course includes the Objective-C programming language and programming topics specifically related to mobile iOS devices. Students use current software development environments such as Xcode when creating applications. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 4350 - Web Programming
3 Credit(s)
This course provides a solid introduction to both client and server side web programming. Topics include HTML5 technologies, CSS, JavaScript programming, Ajax, SVG, XML, PHP and Node.js programming. A variety of programming projects will be assigned to reinforce the concepts. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): Computer Science or Information Systems majors only
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CS 4550 - Programming Languages
3 Credit(s)
An introduction to the core principles of programming languages: syntactic and semantic descriptions, and compilation and implementation issues. An introduction to the main programming paradigms, exemplified using contemporary programming languages: imperative, object-oriented, functional, and logic. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 3550 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 4720 - Artificial Intelligence
3 Credit(s)
This course explores the ideas and topics surrounding computer programs that make decisions that mimic intelligent behaviors. These programs are sometimes referred to as Intelligent systems, or Artificial Intelligence. Students will program intelligent systems of their own using informed search methods, planning, logical reasoning, and/or probabilistic reasoning during this course. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 4800 - CS Capstone Project
3 Credit(s)
An examination of systematic, disciplined, and quantifiable approaches to the development, operation, and maintenance of software. This course offers a major programming project which provides an opportunity to apply much of the material the student has learned in previous computer science coursework. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): [(CS 2300 or MATH 1630) and CS 2810 and CS 3000 ] or instructor permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CS 6200 - Database Design and Management
3 Credit(s)
Introduction to database management systems, database processing, data modeling, and database design, development, and implementation. Contrasts alternative modeling approaches. Includes implementation of current DBMS tools and SQL. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 1000 - Introduction to Computer Applications and the Internet
3 Credit(s)
Designed to explore concepts of microcomputer systems. Concepts include Windows and general information, word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentations, and the Internet. Students will gain proficiency with the basic command structures of each application in an integrated office suite. Recommend typing speed of at least 25 wpm. (Fall, Summer) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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CSIS 1010 - E-Commerce in a Global Society
3 Credit(s)
Designed to explore landscape of Electronic Commerce and its evolutionary process. Students examine the E-commerce process, real-world applications that reflect changes in the economy, how businesses are responding, and the latest technological developments, such as wireless technology. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
General Education Category: Social and Behavioral Sciences Knowledge Area
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CSIS 1030 - Foundations of Computer Science
3 Credit(s)
A survey course covering seven big ideas of computing: creativity, abstraction, data, algorithms, programming, the Internet, and global impact. The course covers computational thinking practices, including connecting computing, creating computational artifacts, abstracting, analyzing problems and artifacts, and communicating. The course includes practice opportunities to apply the problem solving process and problem-solving strategies. Emphasis is on various abstractions relating to computing and technology including binary, HTML, JavaScript, Internet protocols, file formats, hardware design, assembly, programming languages, big data, and modern applications. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 1100 - Outreach Computing Projects
1 Credit(s)
This course will provide an opportunity for students to participate and engage in various computing projects. These industry- and university-sponsored projects are carefully designed to increase awareness about education and career computing skills. These skills lead the way for innovative solutions to long-standing problems at national and local levels that are at a high demand by virtually every industry. This one-credit course can be taken by students a maximum of three times. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 3
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 1300 - Programming with Python
3 Credit(s)
This course presents the student with foundational concepts and techniques of the Python programming language. The student will develop an understanding of the format and structure of coded programs and applications. The essential elements of the programming language will be presented and explored in class. The course will use hands-on labs and exercises to illustrate the practical application of Python. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1050 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 2010 - Computer Applications
3 Credit(s)
Students will learn the use of advanced features found in an integrated office productivity suite and will utilize spreadsheets and database applications to solve a variety of business problems. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CSIS 1000 or an approved Microsoft Office Certification - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 2890 - Internship
1 Credit(s) 6 Maximum Credit(s)
Description unavailable. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail]
Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission
Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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CSIS 3670 - Information Assurance Fundamentals
3 Credit(s)
The course focuses on the fundamentals of information assurance. It introduces students to the management, technical, and administrative aspects of Information Security. Includes legal and ethical issues, risk management, and technical and physical security. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): IS 2670 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 3700 - Introduction to Digital Forensics
3 Credit(s)
This course covers the process of obtaining and analyzing digital information stored on digital devices including investigation, data acquisition, file system analysis, and file analysis. This course introduces various tools used in the digital forensics industry. This course will also explore ethical issues faced by digital forensic examiners. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): IS 2600 or IS 2670 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 3990 - Undergraduate Research
1 Credit(s) 5 Maximum Credit(s)
Description unavailable. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 4540 - Human-Computer Interfaces
3 Credit(s)
This course is intended to introduce the students to the basic concepts, principles, and techniques used in designing interactive computer systems. It will cover the basic computer interface design theory and methods that exist in the field. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 4560 - Big Data Analytics
3 Credit(s)
This course will introduce basic concepts in the business analytics field, along with some popular techniques and tools. Students will have opportunities to explore and analyze large quantities of observational data in order to discover meaningful patterns and useful information to support decision making in business contexts. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 3200 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 4700 - Advanced Digital Forensics
3 Credit(s)
This course covers advanced topics in digital forensics including incident response, malware analysis, and Internet forensics. Topics such as digital evidence collection/evaluation and legal issues in digital forensics will also be further expanded on. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CSIS 3700 or instructor permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 4830 - Readings and Conferences
1 Credit(s) 12 Maximum Credit(s)
Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 4850 - Special Topics
1 Credit(s) 4 Maximum Credit(s)
Description unavailable. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 4
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 4880 - Community Engagement
1 Credit(s) 3 Maximum Credit(s)
This course allows a student to receive up to 3 hours of credit for participating in a pre-approved, STEM-related community service project. Students enrolled in this course must have a supervisor who is willing to evaluate his/her performance and a professor willing to add this course to their workload. It is possible for the supervisor and instructor to be the same person. A signed contract between student and willing faculty member must be completed prior to enrollment. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Pass/Fail]
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 3
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 4890 - Internship
1 Credit(s) 9 Maximum Credit(s)
Description unavailable. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]
Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission
Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 9
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CSIS 4900 - Methods in CS and IS Education
3 Credit(s)
This course examines the philosophy and methods of teaching computer science and information systems in the public school system. Course is designed to meet the guidelines set by the Utah State Board of Education. (Fall [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CS 1410 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CM 1000 - Construction Plans
3 Credit(s)
Students will become familiar with commercial and residential plan documents including interpretation of architectural, electrical, and mechanical systems diagrams. Material calculation research and specification divisions will be emphasized. (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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CM 1290 - Electrical Systems
3 Credit(s)
The study of electrical wiring in residential and small commercial buildings. Design of circuits and related electrical equipment using the National Electric Code will be covered. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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CM 2020 - Residential Construction Materials and Methods
3 Credit(s)
Material covered in this course will cover residential structures. This course is designed to expose the student to methods and terminology related to foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs–and how they join, seal, and integrate with other components. The performance of building enclosures and systems is reviewed in detail. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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CM 2030 - Commercial Construction Materials
3 Credit(s)
Material covered in this course will cover commercial structures. This course is designed to expose the student to methods and terminology related to foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs–and how they join, seal, and integrate with other components. The performance of building enclosures and systems is reviewed in detail. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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CM 2040 - Construction Materials and Testing
3 Credit(s)
This class is the study of construction materials and materials testing. Emphasis will be given to American concrete Institute Field Testing Certification and the study of steel reinforcing bar, masonry systems, roofing material, and glazing. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): Intensive English Program majors may not enroll
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CM 2050 - Concrete and Masonry
3 Credit(s)
This class covers the versatility, durability, and mix design of quality concrete. Also, included is the study of the use of masonry in modern construction. Classroom lab testing and practical on the job experience will assist the student in gaining insight into this remarkable building material. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CM 3240 - Estimating and Bidding
3 Credit(s)
Estimating plans and specifications to determine material quantities, labor, overhead, and profit on residential structures will be covered. Computerized estimating systems will be examined and used. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CSIS 1000 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CM 3270 - Building Codes and Ethics
3 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to professional codes of conduct and ethics adopted by the International Building Codes. Students examine building classification and fire protection systems, as well as regulations worldwide to classify buildings as safe. This course provides a thorough examination of the height limitations, structural strength requirements and occupancy regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to determine the code constraints governing construction projects. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CM 3880 - Planning and Scheduling
3 Credit(s)
Learn extensive knowledge of construction planning and scheduling processes, and recognize its importance in the construction area. Learn the concepts of different planning and scheduling techniques, resource leveling, time-cost relationships, and monitoring work progress. The course incorporates the use of computers in the planning and scheduling process. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CM 1000 and CM 2030 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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CM 4000 - Sustainable Practices and Design
3 Credit(s)
A study of sustainable practices and design including energy, healthy buildings, natural resources, use, and economics issues in the building environment. Emphasis on efficient building design for the future. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)]
Prerequisite(s): CCET 3610 or (CCET 3650 or CM 3650) - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C-
Registration Restriction(s): None
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