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CHM 510 - Graduate Seminar.
Graduate standing. (1).
Each student prepares and gives and in-depth presentation on a topic in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry or physical chemistry, as determined in conjunction with the thesis advisor and course coordinator. Attendance at all registered students’ presentations required. One presentation with discussion per class meeting, one meeting per week.
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CHM 530 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
Graduate standing; CHM 332 with grade of C- (1.7) or higher. (3).
Advanced topics in organic chemistry, including reactive intermediates, heterocycles, advanced stereochemistry, organometallic chemistry, and the investigation of reaction mechanisms. Structure and reactivity discussed in terms of molecular orbital theory. Not open to students with credit for CHM 430 . Three hours lecture weekly.
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CHM 532 - Polymers.
One of CHM 430 , CHM 440 , CHM 442 , CHM 444 ; enrollment in BS/MS program; graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3).
Polymers and polymeric materials, both natural and man-made; their preparation, structure, uses, and chemical and physical properties. Three hours lecture weekly.
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CHM 550 - Advanced Biochemistry I.
CHM 332 , BIO 328 , graduate standing. (3).
Kinetics and thermodynamics of biochemical processes. Structure and function of biomolecules. Metabolism (catabolic) of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. Three hours lecture and discussion weekly. Description of any biochemical process of the student’s choosing.
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CHM 551 - Biochemistry for Anesthetists.
A semester of sophomore level organic chemistry (e.g., CHM 220 ), admission to the graduate program in anesthesia. (2).
Relationships involving basic biochemical principles and anesthetic agents used in a clinical setting. Focus on the biological effects of anesthetic agents at the molecular level. Also listed as ANE 551 .
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CHM 552 - Advanced Biochemistry II.
CHM 550 , graduate standing. (3).
Continuation of CHM 550 . Biosynthesis of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. Expression and transmission of genetic information. Three hours lecture and discussion weekly. Description of any biochemical process of the student’s choosing.
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CHM 555 - Enzymology.
CHM 340 , CHM 450 , CHM 452 ; enrollment in BS/MS program; graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3).
In-depth study of the physical and chemical attributes of chemical and enzymatic reactions. Discussions of chemical and enzymatic kinetics, derivation of kinetic equations, how enzymes function to catalyze reactions, how enzymes are regulated (i.e., inhibited). Three hours lecture weekly.
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CHM 558 - Proteomics-Structure/Function of Proteins.
CHM 340 , CHM 442 , CHM 452 ; enrollment in BS/MS program; graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3).
Study of proteins organisms make and how they function. In-depth discussion of physical and chemical attributes of proteins and how they relate to function; techniques to analyze proteins. Three hours lecture weekly.
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CHM 568 - Spectroscopy of Organic Compounds.
Graduate standing; CHM 332 , CHM 333 . (3).
1H NMR, 13C NMR, infrared, and mass spectra of organic compounds. Use of spectra to identify compounds; using instrumentation to identify unknown compounds. Not open to students with credit for CHM 468 . Three hours of lecture/lab weekly. Additional paper due for CHM 568.
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CHM 592 - Advanced Special Topics in Chemistry.
One of CHM 430 , CHM 440 , CHM 442 , CHM 444 , CHM 452 , CHM 460 , CHM 472 ; admission to BS/MS program; graduate standing or consent of instructor. (3).
Special topics in analytical, inorganic, organic or physical chemistry or biochemistry, based on recent advances in chemistry or biochemistry. Three hours lecture weekly. May be reelected to a total of 9 credits when topics vary.
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CHM 599 - Graduate Research.
CHM 499 (4 credits); enrollment in BS/MS program, graduate standing; consent of instructor. (2-9).
Original research in chemistry or biochemistry in conjunction with a faculty member from the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. Written progress report required. May be reelected to a total of 12 credits.
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CHM 600 - Graduate Thesis.
CHM 599 (12 credits), enrollment in BS/MS program, graduate standing, consent of instructor. (1).
Development of written thesis on student’s research, in consultation with faculty advisor and graduate committee. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CHM 610 - Thesis Defense.
Prior or concurrent election of CHM 600 ; consent of instructor. (1).
Oral defense of written thesis on student’s research, in consultation with faculty advisor and graduate committee. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CHN 109 - Introduction to Basic Chinese Language and Culture.
Not open to students with more than one year of high school Mandarin Chinese except by departmental consent. (3).
Introductory course for beginning students of Chinese to develop basic knowledge of Chinese geography, history, language and culture. Online reading materials/media about Chinese history, geography, cultures and language. Course conducted in English; however, some basic Chinese pronunciations and characters will be taught. Does not satisfy the foreign language requirement. Graded ABCC-N
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CHN 111 - Beginning Mandarin Chinese I.
Not open to students with more than one year of high school Mandarin Chinese except by departmental consent. (4) FL/GS.
Basic structures and patterns the student must know to understand written and spoken Mandarin Chinese. Active use of the language limited to oral and written exercises used to enhance knowledge of grammar as well as develop listening and reading comprehension skills. May be used to satisfy general education or BA distribution requirements, but not both. Graded ABCC-N.
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CHN 112 - Beginning Mandarin Chinese II.
CHN 111 or placement. (4) FL/GS.
Continuation of CHN 111 . Introduction of more complex structures and more active use of Mandarin Chinese. Further practice in reading texts adapted from newspapers, magazines and literature. May be used to satisfy general education or BA distribution requirements, but not both. Graded ABCDD-N.
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CHN 205 - Reading Mandarin Chinese.
CHN 112 with a grade of B (3.0) or better, or equivalent proficiency and permission of the Foreign Language Department. (1).
Reading of representative modern prose for general comprehension. Designed to develop skills needed to read Mandarin Chinese at sight. Does not satisfy the foreign language requirement. Graded ABCDN.
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CHN 206 - Mandarin Chinese Conversation.
CHN 112 , or equivalent proficiency and permission of the Foreign Languages Department. (1).
Development of speaking skills through oral presentations and class discussions of readings and cultural materials from other media such as films, newspapers, and relevant online resources. Does not satisfy the foreign language requirement. Graded ABCDN.
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CHN 211 - Intermediate Mandarin Chinese I.
CHN 112 or placement. (4) FL/GS.
Intensive practice in spoken and written Mandarin Chinese complemented by review of structures and vocabulary. Emphasis on development of skills in conversational Mandarin Chinese together with reading of texts. May be used to satisfy general education or BA distribution requirements, but not both. Graded ABCDN.
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CHN 212 - Intermediate Mandarin Chinese II.
CHN 211 or placement. (4) FL/GS.
Continued review of grammar topics. Reading of texts in Mandarin Chinese for an understanding of the cultural values of the Chinese-speaking world. Discussions conducted in Mandarin Chinese to increase the student’s level of fluency. May be used to satisfy general education or BA distribution requirements, but not both. Graded ABCDN.
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CHN 221/321 - Chinese Study Abroad.
At least CHN 112 or placement; concentration in Mandarin Chinese. (3-8).
Intensive study of Mandarin Chinese language, literature and/or culture through class work, conversation and travel conducted in an independent study abroad program. Credit is assigned at the 200 or 300 level, depending upon previous language experience and on-site placement. Up to eight credits of these courses may fulfill minor requirements. Does not satisfy the foreign language requirement.
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CHN 310 - Understanding the Chinese-Speaking World.
CHN 212 . (3) GS.
Comprehensive look at China, the Chinese, and the Chinese-speaking world outside China. Short stories, essays, newspapers, magazines, slides and films dealing with all aspects of Chinese and Chinese-speaking societies’ culture, customs and values.
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CIS 127 - Using a Unix Computer System.
Familiarity with a computer system. (1).
Introduction to the use of the Unix operating system on computing facilities at the University of Michigan-Flint. Textual and graphical user interfaces with the Unix computer operating system. Also listed as CSC 127 .
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CIS 128 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems I.
(3) T.
Introduction to fundamentals of computer hardware and software, and end-user computing in the form of hands-on experience with e-mail, the Internet, networks, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation graphics.
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CIS 150 - Computer Ethics.
(1) S.
Topics include computer crimes, reducing risks, privacy, freedom and ethics, security and reliability. Also listed as CSC 150 .
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CIS 151 - Spreadsheet Software.
Familiarity with a computer system. (2).
Comprehensive overview of the use of a spreadsheet package such as Microsoft Excel. Formulas, functions, charting, formatting of worksheets, cell references, what-if analysis, data tables, amortization, interaction with databases, pivot mechanisms, multiple worksheets and large worksheets, security. Also listed as CSC 151 .
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CIS 152 - Database Management Software.
Familiarity with a computer system. (2).
Comprehensive overview of database management software such as Microsoft Access. Data analysis, relationships between data, structure of database files, relational database development, data entry control, joining tables, flexible queries, creating macros, and customizing reports and forms. Also listed as CSC 152 .
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CIS 170 - COBOL Programming.
Prior programming experience recommended. (3) T.
Computer solutions to business problems. Use of a high-level language such as COBOL. Understanding algorithms, program construction, documentation, file processing, input-output systems, applications. Also listed as CSC 170 .
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CIS 173 - Visual BASIC for Windows.
Prior programming experience recommended. (3) T.
Introduction to Visual BASIC for the Windows environment, including communication and/or sharing data with other Windows applications. Also listed as CSC 173 .
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CIS 175 - Problem Solving and Programming I.
CSC 122 or CSC 170 /CIS 170 or CSC 173 /CIS 173 with a grade of C (2.0) or better; or consent of instructor. (4) T.
Introduction to problem solving and programming principles appropriate for scientific and technical applications. Development of step-wise refinement and program decomposition methods. Programming language concepts including iteration, selection, input-output protocols, arrays, structures and subprograms. Programming language used is C++. Also listed as CSC 175 .
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CIS 200 - Foundations of Information Systems.
(3).
Introduction to information systems in organizations. The use and impact of information and communication technologies, and examination of their key components, including people, software, hardware, data and contexts. Use of information technology to transform organizational processess, foster and maintain competitive advantage, and improve organizational and social agility. Introduction of the systems approach to critical thinking and problem solving.
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CIS 230 - Introduction to Discrete Structures.
MTH 118 or MTH 121 , with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3).
Sets, integers and modular arithmetic, propositional logic, induction, recurrence relations, permutations and combinations, relations and equivalence relations, functions and order of growth, trees and graphs. Also listed as CSC 230 and MTH 230 .
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CIS 250 - Fundamentals of Systems Analysis and Design.
CIS 200 . (3).
Foundational aspects of information system development emphasizing the role of systems analysts/programmers. Technical and social aspects of information systems requirements identification and their translation into the systems development life cycle.
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CIS 263 - Introduction to Web Design.
CSC 121 competency or consent of instructor. (3) T.
Creation of web pages using HTML, including formatting text, lists, tables, frames, forms, hyperlinks, pictures and image maps. Students create simple image objects to embed in a web page and learn to log onto a UNIX account, create files, directories and publish web pages to the Internet. Also listed as CSC 263 .
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CIS 275 - Problem Solving and Programming II.
CSC 175 /CIS 175 with a grade of C (2.0) or better; prior or concurrent election of MTH 118 or MTH 121 . (4).
Intermediate problem solving and programming principles for scientific and technical applications. Emphasis on data abstraction and object-oriented program design, including design and implementation of classes, inheritance, polymorphism, and inter-object communication. Use of templates and operator overloading; use of data structures such as stacks, queues, and pointers in the implementation of algorithmic techniques including recursion, divide and conquer, and dynamic storage management. Also listed as CSC 275 .
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CIS 276 - Problem Solving and Programming II in Java.
CSC 175 /CIS 175 with a grade of C (2.0) or better; prior or concurrent election of MTH 118 or MTH 121 . (4).
Intermediate problem-solving and programming principles for scientific and technical applications. Emphasis on data abstraction and object-oriented program design, including design and implementation of classes, inheritance, polymorphism, and inter-object communication. Use of templates and operator overloading; use of data structures such as stacks, queues and pointers in the implementation of algorithmic techniques including recursion, divide and conquer, and dynamic storage management. Taught using the JAVA programming language. Also listed as CSC 276 .
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CIS 300 - Enterprise Architecture.
CIS 200 , CIS 275 or CIS 276 . (3).
Design, selection, implementation and management of enterprise IT solutions; the fit of applications and infrastructure within an organization. Infrastructure management, system administration, data/information architecture, content management, distributed computing, middleware, legacy system integration, system consolidation, software selection, cost calculation, investment analysis, emerging technologies.
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CIS 310 - Human-Computer Interaction.
CSC 275 /CIS 275 or CSC 276 /CIS 276 . (3).
Fundamental theory and practice of the design, implementation, and evaluation of human-computer interfaces. Principles of design; methods for evaluating interfaces with or without user involvement; techniques for prototyping and implementing graphical user interfaces. Also listed as CSC 310 .
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CIS 314 - Cyberethics
CIS 128 or CSC 151 /CIS 151 or CSC 152 /CIS 152 ; or consent of instructor. (3) H.
Historical, theoretical and practical components of ethics, with focus on applicability to information technology. Helps the individual to develop ability to assess origins and consequences of ethical constructs, gain deeper understanding of self, and grow academically and professionally.
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CIS 315 - Middleware for Enterprise Architectures.
CSC 275 /CIS 275 or CSC 276 /CIS 276 . (3)
Advanced programming concepts in object-oriented system design focusing on object communications and middleware. Object communications studied through standard component execution environments, including CORBA, .NET, and Java (enterprise beans and RMI). May include other technologies for Web-based object services such as SOAP. Also listed as CSC 315 .
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CIS 335 - Telecommunication and Computer Networks.
CSC 275 /CIS 275 or CSC 276 /CIS 276 with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3).
Practical introduction to concepts necessary for understanding of computer networking. Topics include routing/switching devices, distributed vs. centralized LANs and WANs, software protocols, network topologies, common standards for hardware and software, data encoding of multimedia, and cost/benefit analysis. Topics are presented within the context of the basic installation, configuration and management of computer networking equipment. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 350 - Information Systems Strategy, Management and Acquisition.
CIS 200 , CIS 275 or CIS 276 . (3).
Exploration of issues and approaches toward acquisition, development and implementation of plans and policies to achieve efficient/effective information systems. Defining high-level IS infrastructure; supporting operational, administrative, and strategic organizational needs; assessing IS infrastructures and emerging technologies; effects on organizational strategy.
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CIS 363 - Advanced Web Application Programming.
CSC 263 /CIS 263 ; CSC 275 /CIS 275 or CSC 276 /CIS 276 . (3).
Advanced Web programming and systems development. Advanced website content development using technologies such as XHTML, client side and server side scripting, Javascript, Action Script (Flash), PHP, Java Applets, Ajax and Web Services. Data communication using languages such as XML, SOAP messages, languages for accessing databases. Also listed as CSC 363 .
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CIS 365 - Information Technology Hardware and Software.
CSC 275 /CIS 275 or CSC 276 /CIS 276 with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3).
Review of control and interaction of computer hardware and software within the context of a computer operating system. Topics include the CPU, memory architecture and addressing, instruction sets, peripheral devices, and their interaction and control within an operating system, including operating system modules, process management, memory and file system management, and interrupt processing. Concepts reinforced through multiple examples of uniprocessor and multiprocessor architectures and operating systems, as well as installation and configuration of basic multiuser operating systems.
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CIS 375 - Data Structures and Algorithms.
CSC 275 /CIS 275 or CSC 276 /CIS 276 with a grade of C (2.0) or better; CSC 230 /CIS 230 /MTH 230 . (3).
The data structure as an abstract data type, including fundamental data structures such as lists, stacks, queues, trees, graphs, and hashes. Algorithmic design techniques and their relationship to the choice of data structure. Development of mathematical analysis and proof techniques in the context of complexity analysis of algorithms. Also listed as CSC 375 .
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CIS 384 - Database Design.
CSC 275 /CIS 275 or CSC 276 /CIS 276 with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3).
Introduction to data and database, DBMS; database system concepts and architecture. ER model for high level conceptual database design; design issues. Relational model concepts; relational constraints and violations; ER-to relational mapping. SQL*Plus environment; creation and modification of relations, DDL queries, data management and retrieval. PL/SQL overview. Functional dependencies; normal forms. ORACLE; basic structure, database structure and manipulation, storage organization. Also listed as CSC 384 .
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CIS 391 - Independent Study.
Consent of instructor. (3).
Laboratory study or study of current literature on a special problem. May be reelected to a total of 6 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 401 - Internship in Computer Information Systems.
Consent of internship coordinator, department chair, or program director. (1-3).
Students work with professional and department supervision on projects assigned by an organization external to the department. Projects require the approval of the internship coordinator, the department chair, or the program director. Focus on development of applied computer information systems skills related to the student’s academic program. May be reelected to a total of 3 credits. Graded pass/fail.
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CIS 410 - System Analysis and Design.
BUS 381 , CSC 382 , CSC 384 /CIS 384 , each with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (3).
Introduction to basic concepts of system analysis and design with emphasis on gathering of business requirements, enterprise frameworks, and organizational considerations of systems building and software projects. Topics include determination of business requirements, analysis and design constraints, and software acquisition and evaluation, and group-based large-scale project development.
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CIS 420 - System Design and Implementation.
CIS 300 , CSC 382 , CSC 384 /CIS 384 . (3) CAP.
Large-scale software development in the context of the system development life cycle. Topics include application design and testing, quality assurance, software engineering and reverse engineering, and post-implementation activities such as user training, system maintenance, and post-implementation review. Course topics reinforced through projects involving client-server programming in a business environment. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 425 - Wireless and Mobile Computing.
CSC 275 /CIS 275 or CSC 276 /CIS 276 and CSC 335 or CIS 335 . (3).
Overview of the history, evolution and compatibility of wireless, cellular and pervasive standards and protocols. Mobility management, mobile Internet protocol, wireless local area networks, software support for mobile and wireless standards, the role of middleware, performance issues. Emerging technologies and mobile operating systems. Security issues of mobile computing will be an important component. Android and/or iPhone will be used to develop basic software for smartphones. Also listed as CSC 425 .
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CIS 479 - Web and Mobile Information Systems Design Project
CSC 363 / CIS 363 or CSC 425 / CIS 425 ; senior standing. (3) CAP.
Advanced studies in Web and mobile information systems development techniques, with emphasis on oral and written presentation of completed projects. Semester-long project of high complexity with emphasis on formal specification, modeling and development of a computer game.
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CIS 494 - Off Campus Study Preparation.
HON 155 or HON 355 ; consent of program advisor and Honors Director. (1-3).
Independent study designed for the development of the Honors Program off-campus study proposal carried out in close consultation with both the program advisor and the Honors Director. Involves development of the project and/or necessary skills to undertake the off-campus study experience. Grade assigned by the program advisor when the off-campus study proposal is completed to the satisfaction of the program advisor and the Honors Director. May be reelected to a total of 3 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 495 - Honors Thesis I.
Consent of the Honors Director or his/her designate. Open only to Honors Program students in Computer Information Systems. (4).
Credit and grade are not given until successful completion of CIS 496 . Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 496 - Honors Thesis II.
Consent of the Honors Director or his/her designate; prior or concurrent election of CIS 495 . Open only to Honors Program students in Computer Information Systems. (4).
Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 510 - Information Systems.
Admission to the MS in CSIS program. (3).
Information systems role in transforming organizations and industries. The firm in its environment; the systems approach. Strategic planning and issues; information resource management. Case studies; AIS and MIS. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 520 - Knowledge Management in Information Systems.
Admission to the MS in CSIS program. (3).
Unique issues of the knowledge management system, a particular type of information system. Exploration of concepts and definitions of knowledge itself, background, analysis, design and implementation. Particular considerations of system background and use within the organization; use of the system as an agent of organizational change and a strategic tool. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 525 - Wireless and Mobile Computing.
Admission to the MS in CSIS program. (3).
Overview of the history, evolution and compatibility of wireless, cellular and pervasive standards and protocols. Mobility management, mobile Internet protocol, wireless local area networks, software support for mobile and wireless standards, the role of middleware, performance issues. Emerging technologies and mobile operating systems. Security issues of mobile computing will be an important component. Android and/or iPhone will be used to develop basic software for smartphones. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 530 - Information Storage and Retrieval.
Admission to the MS in CSIS program. (3).
Concepts, principles, issues and techniques for managing data resources. Query structure and matching process. Retrieval effectiveness. Document access and output presentation. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 531 - Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence.
Admission to the MS in CSIS program. (3).
Examination of how data and data warehouses are used in organizations to gain competitive advantage. Students explore the concepts of data quality, metadata, multidimensional data structures, and the data warehouse life cycle. Focus on software applications and techniques utilized for data warehousing, business intelligence and data analytics needed to accomplish this. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 550 - Decision Support Systems.
Admission to the MS in CSIS program. (3).
Decision making and available support. Evolution of computerized decision aids. Decision making models and systems; decision support systems. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 591 - Independent Graduate Study in Information Systems.
Consent of instructor. (3).
Independent work with guidance by faculty advisor of choice on a research project related to an Information Systems problem. Not open to students electing Thesis Option. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 592 - Special Topics in Information Systems.
Admission to the MS in CSIS program. (3).
Topics of interest in computer information systems not offered on a regular basis, announced in the course schedule. Various offerings may treat different topics. May be reelected for credit; each election must emphasize a different topic. Graded ABCDE/Y.
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CIS 595 - Master’s Thesis I.
Consent of instructor. (3).
Advanced topics of particular interest to the student chosen in cooperation with the thesis advisor. Directed research under supervision of advisor, thesis document preparation, preparation for oral defense. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory/Y.
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CIS 596 - Master’s Thesis II.
Consent of instructor. (3).
Continuation of thesis research. Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory/Y.
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COM 126 - Introduction to Digital Photography.
Concentration in Art Education, Fine Art Studio, Visual Communication, or consent of instructor. (3) F.
Introduction to technical and creative use of digital cameras and computer-aided imagery. Utilization of digital cameras, computers and sophisticated imaging software as a tool for individual expression. Also listed as ART 126 .
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COM 140 - History of Graphic Design.
(3) H.
Chronological survey of graphic design through slide lectures. How graphic design responded to (and affected) international, social, political and technological developments since 1450. Emphasis on printed work from 1880 to present and its relationship to other visual arts and design disciplines. Also listed as ARH 140 .
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COM 160 - Visual Communications Theory and Process.
(3) F.
Introduction to contemporary graphic design. Theory, professional practices, creative workflow, career paths, digital graphics hardware and software usage, copyright, ethics. Also listed as ART 160 and THE 160 .
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COM 170 - Introduction to Digital Culture.
(3) T.
How communication technology influences culture, society, and our day-to-day lives, with special emphasis on the massive shift from analog to digital technologies in a variety of media contexts. Exploration of technologies such as the internet, digital film, and social media websites, and issues such as the intersection between society and technology, theories of representation, obsolescence, surveillance and privacy, and how past communication technologies have shaped new and emerging media.
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COM 200 - Introduction to Human Communication.
(3) S.
Introduction to the discipline of Human Communication, touching on all skills and objectives of the Communication Program. Students gain tools needed to become competent communicators and to critically evaluate the communication messages of others.
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COM 201 - Audio Production.
(Formerly COM 341). COM 200 or COM 204 /THE 204 or COM 210 /THE 210 ; or consent of instructor. (3) T.
Fundamental theories of audio and audio program production, including basics of digital audio, studio and remote recording; demonstration of the importance of sound in electronic media and how its use affects media productions. Through application of audio concepts in the radio laboratory and critiques of radio projects and programs, students gain requisite skills to successfully design and execute audio strategies for media. Also listed as ART 200 .
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COM 202 - Video Production.
(Formerly COM 342). COM 200 or COM 204 /THE 204 or COM 210 /THE 210 ; or consent of instructor. (3) T.
Principles and practices of planning, producing and directing video productions, including the basics of digital video and studio and remote filming. Focus on how video production and its use influence media productions. Also listed as ART 202 .
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COM 203 - Video Editing.
(3) T.
Post-production video editing, including video capture, timeline basics, transitions, trimming, audio basics, creating effects, and texts. Students learn to use the latest industry-standard editing software as they work on the post production phase of a video/film project. Also listed as ART 203 .
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COM 204 - Argumentation and Debate.
(3) H.
Basic instruction in public argumentation and debate. Students develop research skills and learn to construct and deconstruct arguments. Includes participation in debates. Also listed as THE 204 .
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COM 206 - Great Speeches.
(3).
Survey of great speeches throughout history. Students learn who the orators were and why their speeches made a difference, gaining appreciation for the power of the spoken word.
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COM 210 - Introduction to Public Speaking.
(3) H.
Students prepare and deliver public speeches, developing skills of organization, research and delivery while engaging important public issues. Students develop appreciation for ethical methods to approach diverse audiences and become more comfortable speaking in public and better equipped to use speech as a tool to execute change. Also listed as THE 210 .
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COM 213 - Oral Interpretation of Literature.
(3) F.
Oral communication of prose and poetry. Analysis of texts, methods of meeting problems inherent in their presentation, group and individual reading before the class, criticism, and possible public performance. Also listed as THE 213 . Offered infrequently.
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COM 215 - Photography Survey.
ENG 112 or EHS 120 . (3) H.
Discussion of the history, aesthetics, and uses of photography. Introduction to black and white photographic processes. Also listed as ARH 215 .
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COM 225 - News Writing.
ENG 112 or EHS 120 . (3) H.
Introduction to news gathering and writing, including news values and judgment, sourcing, interviewing, beats, use of numbers and data, and story construction. Presentation of news across multiple media platforms. Discussion of legal and ethical principles. Stress on drill and practice in writing on deadline. Also listed as JRN 225 .
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COM 226 - Advertising.
(3).
Principles of effective advertising strategy and design. Emphasis on developing knowledge of the industry of advertising and advertising techniques.
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COM 231 - Language and Law.
(3).
Language in the American judicial process; legal language reform, the role of the linguist as expert witness, comprehension of jury instructions, effects of language variation on witness credibility, legal rights of linguistic minorities. Also listed as LIN 231 . Offered infrequently.
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COM 241 - History and Effects of Mass Communication.
(3) S.
Focus on history and major effects of mass communication (print, radio, film, TV and Internet) on society. Students gain knowledge of the historical emergence of mass communication, its major effects on society, governmental regulations, and parental approaches for controlling effects.
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COM 242 - Telecommunication Performance.
(3).
Introduction to performance principles and techniques in the electronic media. Examination of a variety of performance genres such as announcing, interviewing, reporting, and editorial argument. Also listed as THE 243 . Offered infrequently.
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COM 261 - Foundations of Organizational Communication.
(3) S.
Analysis of the forms and functions of communication within organizations. Examination of basic theories of the management of communication processes in organizations.
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COM 262 - Interviewing.
(3).
Principles and practices of interviewing. Survey of information interviews with an emphasis on broadcast journalism, employment interviewing, counseling/helping interviews. Offered infrequently.
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COM 272 - Film Genre.
(3) F.
Examination of a selected film genre (the gangster film, the western, science fiction, war films, Film Noir, etc.) or selected topical focus. Viewing, discussion and writing about film. Class time may be extended to accommodate screenings. Also listed as THE 272 .
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COM 281 - Principles of Interpersonal Communication.
(3).
Intensive analysis of intrapersonal and interpersonal communication, necessary for the health and wellbeing of ourselves and our relationships. Focus on philosophy, theories and strategies underlying effective human communication.
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COM 284 - Gender and Communication.
At least sophomore standing. (3) S.
Analysis of gender/communication issues, including how women and men use language differently, how women and men are portrayed in language, and how language reflects and recreates social reality. Also listed as LIN 284 and WGS 284 .
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COM 301 - Ethical Issues in Communication.
COM 200 or JRN 225 and an additional COM or JRN course. (3).
Examination of ethical principles involved in interpersonal and public communication. Analysis of individual and institutional responsibilities in all forms of communication. Also listed as JRN 301 .
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COM 304 - Advanced Public Speaking.
COM 210 /THE 210 or consent of instructor. (3)
Provides students opportunity to hone their public speaking skills, developing expertise in delivery and speech composition for a number of real-world contexts. Offered Winter semesters. Also listed as THE 304 .
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COM 305 - Communication Theory.
COM 200 , COM 210 /THE 210 ; concurrent election of COM 306 . (3).
The role of theory in the study of communication. Examination of a range of major theories from a variety of disciplinary approaches. Students learn what makes a theory, and critically evaluate and use theories to understand communication phenomena.
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COM 306 - Communication Writing and Speaking Laboratory.
COM 200 , COM 210 /THE 210 ; concurrent election of COM 305 . (1).
Focus on building writing and speaking skills.
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COM 308 - Research Methods in Communication.
(Formerly 300). At least junior standing; COM 305 , COM 306 . (3).
Focus on how communication research is conducted. Students gain knowledge of different research methods used to conduct communication research studies and the skills to comprehend, analyze, and design communication research methods by locating, summarizing, assessing quality, and proposing their own social scientific research study.
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COM 313 - Acting for the Camera.
THE 150 , THE 221 , THE 230 . (3).
Studio course focusing on differences between acting on stage and in front of the camera. Emphasis on theory and practical application, working with monologues, commercials, soap operas and scenes for the camera. Students gain basic knowledge and experience of operating television cameras and working within a television studio. Also listed as THE 313 . Offered infrequently.
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COM 316 - Advanced Advertising.
COM 226 . (3).
In competitive agency teams, examination of various media, cost comparisons, techniques of utilization, and creative concepts are developed. Guidelines and practice in setting creative and advertising objectives for meeting client-established marketing objectives, developing a complete advertising proposal, and pitching it to a local client. Mirrors agency life in small to medium sized markets.
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COM 320 - History and Theory of Persuasion.
At least junior standing, COM 200 , an additional 200-level course in communication. (3) H.
Western approaches to persuasion and rhetoric from antiquity to current times. Study of seminal works in this tradition for better understanding of the role of persuasion in civic life. Key questions considered include the relationship between persuasion and truth, the process of deliberation, and ethical limits of influencing audiences.
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COM 321 - Speech Criticism.
At least junior standing or consent of instructor. (3) H.
Methods for critiquing persuasive messages, with focus on the history of American public address. Students learn to analyze any persuasive text from a number of different perspectives. Includes audience analysis, construction of genre, the role of power and privilege in persuasion, and persuasion in a mass mediated age.
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COM 323 - Advanced Theories of Public Argumentation.
COM 204 /THE 204 , at least junior standing; or consent of instructor. (3) H.
In-depth exploration of public argumentation theory through close examination of one or more contemporary controversies. Students develop expertise in the issue and apply cutting edge theory to better comprehend it, leading to better understanding of future social and political issues.
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COM 331 - Media Law.
COM 241 . (3).
Analysis of legal limitations and privileges of technologically assisted communication (print, radio, TV and Internet). Students describe and interpret mass communication legal principles, including privileges of free speech, fair comment, libel and slander, and rights of privacy, and develop an ethical approach to make decisions impacting mass communication. Also listed as JRN 331 .
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COM 332 - Theories of Mass Communication.
COM 241 . (3).
Historical and contemporary theories about how mass communication affects society with readings illustrating the application of those theories. Students use the framework of media theory to understand real world media effects and to construct effective arguments and media stories.
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