Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010 and University Advanced Standing
Examines the role of the free speech and free press clauses of the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution from legal, ethical, political, and pragmatic perspectives. Covers basic rules governing the media (advertisers, newspapers, public relations specialists, and electronic media) and individuals will be examined. Includes analysis of court decisions, executive orders, administrative rules, and legislation intended to limit or regulate speech and examples of people/organizations who have challenged these rules.
Prerequisite(s): IM 1010 recommended
Explores the fundamental concepts of information technology and the role played by enterprise systems in business and organizational strategy. Introduces types of systems, computer organization and hardware, operating systems and networking, project planning, software development, computer ethics, and career paths for enterprise developers and IT professionals.
Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.
Prerequisite(s): (CJ 1350 or FSCI 3400 with a C+ or higher) and University Advanced Standing
Teaches professional conduct in fingerprint processing. Explains the differences in latent fingerprints as they relate to the physical condition in which they are found. Describes and utilizes the equipment needed for fingerprint development, lifting, and comparison.
Course fee of $143 for materials applies.
Lab access fee of $30 applies.
Prerequisite(s): ASL 3050 and University Advanced Standing
Introduces bidirectional (ASL-to-English and English-to-ASL) interpreting between Deaf and hearing people. Studies the profession and skills necessary to be an interpreter. Includes history, models, and professional certification procedures of interpreting; cognitive processes, physical and psychological factors, intercultural communication, ethics, and situational interpreting. Deaf students are encouraged to enroll.
This course may be taught as a hybrid.
Corequisite(s): CRT 1130
Provides a laboratory experience for overall refinishing and problem solving techniques aligning with lectures from CRT 1130. Topics include safety, substrate usage, application techniques, base coats, clear coats, single stage paints, and tri coat processes, application / refinish / material defects, causes and cures.
Tool room fee of $19 for equipment applies.
Course Lab fee of $74 for materials applies.
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Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320 (or 232H), ZOOL 2325 (or 232L), ZOOL 2420 (or 242H), ZOOL 2425 (or 242L) all with a C- or higher, and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055)
Introduces the study of the Exercise Sciences and discusses the global influence on the development of the field. Studies the national and international history and philosophy of the field of Exercise and sport science. Analyzes problems in areas covered under the umbrella of Exercise Science and Physical Education. Explores related career and employment opportunities in this area.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 1010
Reviews basic sound principles, cable types, microphone types, and basic techniques of use. Teaches recording of basic sounds and musical instruments into a Digital Audio Workstation. Introduces multi-track audio, editing, EQing, mixing, and mastering a 3-minute piece with voice and music. Includes a final project consisting of a multi-track music project designed for use in film, commercial radio, or other multimedia applications.
Software fee of $15 applies.
Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.
Corequisite(s): AUT 121L Recommended
Discusses nomenclature, theory of operation, and service procedures for passenger car and light-truck suspensions and computer controlled power steering systems. Includes instruction in two-wheel and four-wheel electronic systems. Presents methods of alignment including computerized alignment and service tools.
Software fee of $10 applies.
Lab access fee of $15 for computers applies.
Prerequisite(s): Department Approval
For students whose native language is other than English. Studies low-intermediate English grammar usage in written and verbal speech. Focuses on verb tenses, phrasal verbs, modals, question formation, pronouns, and sentence connectives.
For intermediate level ballet students. Requires ability to handle the varying technical difficulties of classical ballet. Includes theories from Soviet, French, Italian, American, English, and Danish schools. Provides hands-on experience in barre and center floor work to increase strength, flexibility. Emphasizes body alignment and correct placement. Prepares students for a more intensive study in ballet. Does not fulfill a dance major requirement. May be repeated for a total of 18 credits.
Course Lab fee of $216 for support applies.
Prerequisite(s): Students need equivalent knowledge of FREN 1010
Completes the first year of study. Includes the remaining grammar, language concepts, and culture, and introduces students to literature in French.
Lab access fee of $10 applies.
Introduces the concepts of innovation and entrepreneurial creativity. Draws upon the inspired thinking and entrepreneurial pursuits of leaders in a variety of disciplines in order to understand the process of innovation and appreciate the role of creativity in making innovation possible. Includes topics such as the customer/problem/solution framework, design thinking, prototyping, intellectual property, creative idea development, lead user research methodology, peer feedback, new venture financing, and the lean start-up.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1610 and CHEM 1220 with a C- or higher in each and University Advanced Standing
For Biology majors or those desiring more knowledge of this subject. Studies the cell as an organism emphasizing molecular basis of cell structure and functions.
Studies the media and compositional elements of the various art forms (literature, music, visual arts, theater, film, dance, and architecture), for greater understanding and enjoyment. Teaches how to interpret artistic meaning by analyzing artworks formally as well as in their historical contexts, such as the predominant subject matters and styles of their period. Encourages students to integrate the arts into their daily lives habitually, so that they become lifelong learners and educators. Places emphasis on the global, trans- and intercultural nature of human creativity and its impacts.
Prerequisite(s): (PHIL 2050 or PHIL 205H or PHIL 205G) and University Advanced Standing
Presents a comprehensive, balanced introduction to the field of environmental ethics. Examines a variety of national and international environmental issues. Challenges students to think and write critically about classic and contemporary works on ethics and the environment. Analyzes ethical, scientific, aesthetic, political, economical and religious perspectives pertaining to the environment.
Prerequisite(s): CS 2420, matriculation to computer science or software engineering if computer science or software engineering major, and University Advanced Standing
Covers object-oriented, functional programming and event-driven features of the Java Programming Language using common libraries, idioms, and software design patterns and principles. Includes abstract classes, interfaces, inner classes, lambda expressions, collections, streams, modern GUIs, I/O, serialization, socket programming, concurrency and parallel multicore programming. Lab access fee of $35 for computers applies.