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University Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

The Fall (Fa), Spring (Sp), or Summer (Su) semesters indicated are expected but are not guaranteed. Service Learning courses are denoted by SL. Core Curriculum courses are denoted by the appropriate designation. Click here for more information: The Core Curriculum .
 

Communication Studies
  

  • CMST 3050 - Family Communication

    This course is designed to introduce students to the role of communication in developing, maintaining, enhancing or disturbing family dynamics. Students will develop an appreciation for different family types in the context of a wide range of cultures and co-cultures and explore the complexities of family interactions through theoretical frameworks. Prerequisite: CMST 1000 , CMST 1010  or CMST 1011H , CMST 1400  or CMST 1500  or CMST 1080 , CMST 2010 , CMST 2180  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 3060 - Introduction to Performance Studies

    This course studies the rhetorical and aesthetic elements of solo and group performance, including performances of literature, cultural performances, and experimental performances. Theory and practice are emphasized, as students broaden their understanding of performance as both object of study and method of representation. Students will develop performances through adapting or creating texts and working with various staging aesthetics. Prerequisite: CMST 1000 , CMST 1010  or CMST 1011H , CMST 1400  or CMST 1500  or CMST 1080 , CMST 2010 , CMST 2180  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 3070 - Persuasion

    This course provides a comprehensive overview of classical and contemporary persuasive theories. We will further our exploration into the art of persuasion through the critical application of theoretical persuasive knowledge to a host of interesting artifacts. Students will develop a new vocabulary related to persuasive knowledge, and will learn how to improve their personal persuasive strategies in the public and private spheres. Prerequisite: CMST 1000 , CMST 1010  or CMST 1011H , CMST 1400  or CMST 1500  or CMST 1080 , CMST 2010 , CMST 2180  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 3075 - Special Topics in Communication Studies

    A seminar-type course that will focus on a specific issue or area within the field of Communication Studies. Before enrolling, students should consult the instructor regarding the topic and course requirements. Prerequisite: CMST 1000 , CMST 1010  or CMST 1011H , CMST 1400  or CMST 1500  or CMST 1080 , CMST 2010 , CMST 2180  OR instructor permission. Students may enroll in CMST 3075 a maximum of two times. (3)
  

  • CMST 3080 - Gender and Communication

    (WMST 3080 ) This course examines how gender is socially constructed and communicated. Focusing on various contexts such as work, education, the family, religion and the media, students will develop a critical gender/sex lens through which to understand communication with respect to gender diversity and socialization. Prerequisite: CMST 1000 , CMST 1010  or CMST 1011H , CMST 1400  or CMST 1500  or CMST 1080 , CMST 2010 , CMST 2180  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 3125 - Science Communication

    This performance-oriented course allows students the opportunity to enhance their communication skills in relationship to their scientific research and career interests. This course will help students to move from an understanding of science to possessing the skill to transfer scientific thinking in critical and ethical ways to expert and non-expert publics with the purpose of influencing policy, generating financial and institutional support, and addressing scientific misinformation. Major emphasis is placed on clarity, delivery, and tailoring scientific information for different audiences, formats,and situations. This course requires students have either their own scientific research project or significant knowledge of a scientific phenomenon on which to base their presentations. Prerequisite: CMST 1010, 1010H, 1080, 1400, or 1500, OR instructor permission. (3, Sp)
  

  • CMST 3133 - Mock Trial and Debate

    (PSCI 3133 ) An introduction to the techniques of argumentation and debate applied to trial courts and the judicial process. Prerequisite: CMST 1010  (3)
  

  • CMST 4010 - Advanced Intercultural and Interethnic Communication

    This course is designed to facilitate investigation and critique of key content areas of intercultural and interethnic communication. Students will gain an understanding of research/theory content and of methodologies pertinent both to the workplace and to academia. The course will cover international aspects of communication (communication differences, culture shock, etc.) and intolerance based on perceived group/culture differences. In addition to its general focus of intercultural communication, it will also look specifically at American culture and co-cultures, as well as a focus on ethnic identity and solutions to prejudice. Prerequisite: CMST 3010  and CMST 3020  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 4020 - Relational Communication

    This course is designed as an upper-level human communication course that advances student understanding of the role of communication in the development, maintenance, and termination of close relationships. An important goal of the course is for students to gain insights into their own experiences in close relationships by applying research/theory content and methodologies to their relational experience. Prerequisite: CMST 3010  and CMST 3020  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 4040 - Methods of Group Performance

    This course explores the adaptation and staging of nondramatic literature and other materials for group performance. We will study and apply: the compositional staging practices of visual aesthetics and acoustic principles, the theories and techniques of adapting and staging different kinds of texts, and the experimental and cultural applications of group performance practices. Prerequisite: CMST 3010  and CMST 3020  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 4050 - Rhetoric of Race, Class and Gender

    This course explores how race, class, and gender intersect in discourse to either create/maintain dominant power structures or to transcend them. Students will examine both historical and contemporary articulations of power. Prerequisite: CMST 3010  and CMST 3020  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 4060 - African American Rhetoric and Culture

    This course will survey the rhetoric of African American men and women from the 1800s until now as a way of discovering how the African American race has strategically used rhetoric to make their voices heard. Students will learn some of the nuances that characterize African American rhetoric. Prerequisite: CMST 3010  and CMST 3020  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 4075 - Seminar in Communication Studies

    Using diverse methodological perspectives as well as historical and contemporary scholarship, this seminar-type course will provide an in-depth study of an area of inquiry within the field of Communication Studies. Prerequisite: CMST 3010  and CMST 3020  OR instructor permission. (3)
  

  • CMST 4131 - Independent Study

    An opportunity for in-depth study or research in COMMUNICATION STUDIES. The topic or area of study will be initiated by the student and approved by the supervising faculty member. Prerequisite: Senior level status and/or permission of instructor. (1)
  

  • CMST 4132 - Independent Study

    An opportunity for in-depth study or research in COMMUNICATION STUDIES. The topic or area of study will be initiated by the student and approved by the supervising faculty member. Prerequisite: Senior level status and/or permission of instructor. (2)
  

  • CMST 4133 - Independent Study

    An opportunity for in-depth study or research in COMMUNICATION STUDIES. The topic or area of study will be initiated by the student and approved by the supervising faculty member. Prerequisite: Senior level status and/or permission of instructor. (3)
  

  • CMST 4900 - Communication Studies Capstone

    In this course, students will engage in an in-depth study of a contemporary issue in Communication Studies by integrating and applying the theories, knowledge and skills they have acquired through their previous coursework to a project that serves as an instrument of evaluation, satisfying the Senior Comprehensive Examination requirement. Prerequisite: CMST 3010 , CMST 3020  and senior status. (3)

Computer Science
  

  • CPSC 1005 - Introduction to PC’s and Software Applications

    Introductory computer course offered to all students especially those new to using computers. Topics include basic hardware/software terminology, hands-on instruction on business application software covering database management systems, presentation software, spreadsheets, and word processing using contemporary office software such as Microsoft Office. Prerequisite(s): None. (3)
  

  • CPSC 1010 - Computing Challenges

    Offers a broad overview of computer science designed to provide students with an appreciation for and an understanding of the many different aspects of computer science. Topics include discrete mathematics, an introduction to programming languages, and algorithmic problem solving when applied to mathematics, physics, engineering, business, the social sciences, as well as other non-computing disciplines. This course is intended for students who are curious about computing and its importance to other disciplines. Prerequisite(s): None. (3)
  

  • CPSC 1230 - Introduction to Scientific Computing

    A breadth-first introduction to the ways computing has and continues to contribute to the body of reliable knowledge. Topics include the early uses of computers for numerical analysis and cracking encrypted codes, the ways computing has enhanced our personal productivity, and the ways current computer algorithms have advanced the discoveries in personalized medicine, computational economics, financial modeling, computer forensics, massively multiplayer online computer gaming, and many other high performance computing areas. This course also offers on introduction to the historical, social, and ethical context of computing with an overview of computer science as a discipline. No prior programming or computer science experience is required. This one-credit course is usually offered in the same semester as the two-credit CPSC 2230  course. Prerequisite(s): None. (1)
  

  • CPSC 1710 - Computer Science I

    Introduction to the fundamental concepts of programming. Topics include data types, expressions and statements, control structures, functions, lists, file input & output, and the mechanics of the edit-execute-debug cycle. The course provides an overview of the historical, social, and ethical context of computing and computer science as a discipline. The course includes an embedded programming laboratory component. No prior programming or computer science experience is required. Prerequisite(s): None. (3)
  

  • CPSC 1724 - Introduction to Computer Science

    Introduction to the fundamental concepts of programming using an object-oriented programming language. Topics include data types (incl. strings), control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of the read-execute-print loop. Other covered topics include search and sort algorithms and introductory object-oriented design. Embedded laboratory emphasizes professional programming practices, testing, and debugging. This course also offers an introduction to the historical, social, and ethical context of computing and an overview of computer science as a discipline. No prior programming or computer science experience is required. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental math courses. (4)
  

  • CPSC 1800 - Fundamentals of Information Systems

    Introduction to systems theory, quality, decision making and the organizational role of information systems. Topics include information technology, computing and telecommunications systems, organization and information system growth, and re-engineering. Prerequisite(s): None. (3)
  

  • CPSC 2005 - Advanced PC’s and Software Applications

    Hands-on instruction of advanced features of an integrated office suite such as Microsoft Office with projects and presentations related to using the software across many different domains. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 1005  andCPSC 1800 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 2120 - Computer Organization and Architecture

    Introduction to the organization and architecture of computer systems, beginning with the standard von Neumann model. Topics include digital logic, data representation, assembly language programming, memory systems, interfacing and communication, functional organization, and alternate architectures. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 1710  and MATH 1030 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 2230 - Introduction to Computational Data Analysis

    Introduction to the fundamental concepts of acquiring, cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing data using a computer. Topics include how data are collected, which software is useful for analyzing data, and effective ways to present data. During this course you’ll learn to use software tools to analyze large and publicly available datasets. No prior programming or computer science experience is required. This two-credit course is usually offered in the same semester as the one-credit CPSC 1230  course. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental math courses. (2)
  

  • CPSC 2735 - Data Structures

    Builds on the foundation provided by the CPSC 1724  programming course. An introduction to the fundamental concepts of linked structures, graphs, trees, binary trees, efficient sort and search algorithms; applications; and the basics of algorithmic analysis. Embedded laboratory emphasizes advanced programming practices, further experience with advanced testing and debugging, version control, and project management. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 1724  and MATH 1030 . (5)
  

  • CPSC 2740 - Software Development

    Provides an intensive, implementation-oriented introduction to the software-development techniques used to create medium-scale interactive applications, focusing on the use of large object-oriented libraries to create well-designed graphical user interfaces. Topics include event-driven programming, application programming interfaces, human-computer interaction, as applied to the software development life cycle. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2730 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 2800 - Multimedia

    Introduction to the world of computer science through the World-Wide Web focusing on the techniques of web-page creation. Topics include using software to create web pages and to manipulate graphics, video and sound. Prerequisite(s): None. (3)
  

  • CPSC 2900 - Introduction to Bioinformatics Programming

    This course is designed to introduce the most important and fundamental concepts, methods, and tools in bioinformatics programming using the scripting language, Perl. Students will be introduced to computational biology concepts and techniques including: the art of programming; rudimentary language syntax, control flow structures, and data structures (scalars, strings, arrays, hashes, etc); file handling; regular expressions; web CGI programming; Genbank, Protein Data Bank & Blast; and BioPERL. The objectives are for students to gain practical programming experience in this ever evolving interdisciplinary field and that they are able to use and develop the bioinformatics tools to exploit modern massive and aggregated biological data. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental math requirements, a grade of “C” or better in CPSC 1710 , or permission of the Department Head. (3)
  

  • CPSC 3060 - Design and Analysis of Algorithms

    Introduction to formal techniques to support the design and analysis of algorithms, focusing on both the underlying mathematical theory and the practical considerations of efficiency. Topics include asymptotic complexity bounds, techniques of analysis, algorithmic strategies, and an introduction to automata theory and its application to language translation. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2730 , MATH 1020 , and MATH 2550 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 3111 - Independent Study in Computer Science

    Supervised individual computer science studies, research, and readings. No more than one registration permitted. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2740  and permission of the Department Head. (1)
  

  • CPSC 3113 - Independent Study in Computer Science

    Supervised individual computer science studies, research, and readings. No more than one registration permitted. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2740  and permission of the Department Head. (3)
  

  • CPSC 3140 - Operating Systems

    Introduction to the fundamentals of operating systems design and implementation. Topics include an overview of the components of an operating system, mutual exclusion and synchronization, implementation of processes, scheduling algorithms, memory management, and file systems. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2120  and CPSC 2730 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 3240 - Computer Networks

    Introduction to digital transmission fundamentals, local area networks, network protocols, and common Internet applications. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2740  and CPSC 3140  (3)
  

  • CPSC 3603 - Topics in Computer Science

    Selected topics in computer science. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2740  and permission of the Department Head. (3)
  

  • CPSC 3710 - Databases, Introduction to information models and systems

    Topics include data modeling, relational databases, database query languages, relational database design, transaction processing, distributed databases, and physical database design. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2730 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 3900 - Computer Science Summer Internship

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department Head. (3)
  

  • CPSC 3999 - Junior-Level Qualifying Examination

    Assessment of student learning at the junior-level of their curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required CPSC 3000-level courses. (0)
  

  • CPSC 4301 - Computer Graphics

    Investigates the principles, techniques, and tools that enable computer simulations and animations. Topics include graphics systems, fundamental techniques in graphics, graphical algorithms, principles of human-computer interaction, graphical user-interface design, graphical user-interface programming, computer animation, and multimedia (sound, video, and graphics) techniques. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 3060  and MATH 2030 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 4304 - Artificial Intelligence

    Introduction to the concepts and algorithms underlying the understanding and construction of intelligent systems. Topics include search and constraint satisfaction, knowledge representation and reasoning, advanced search, agents, machine learning, and planning systems. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 3060  and MATH 2030 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 4370 - Data Mining

    This course provides both theoretical and practical coverage of the widely used data mining methods. A focus will be placed on specific analytic and modeling techniques such as data preparation and pre-processing, association rule analysis, clustering, regression, classification, sequential pattern mining and model evaluation and selection. Theories underlying these techniques will be discussed and their application to practical scenarios will be illustrated. Contextualized projects are designed to help students gain hands-on experience in real-world knowledge discovery process. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 3060 , CPSC 3710 , and STAT 2021 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 4410 - Programming Languages

    Introduction to the theory and practice of programming language paradigms. Topics include an overview of programming languages, language design, virtual machines, language translation, lexical and syntactic analysis, models of execution, type systems, code generation, and optimization. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2730 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 4470 - Robotics and Intelligent Systems

    Presents the theory and application of robotic and intelligent systems. Topics include solving problems that are difficult or impractical to solve with other methods, heuristic search and planning algorithms, sensing and machine learning techniques to control mobile robots. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 3060  and MATH 2030 . (3)
  

  • CPSC 4800 - Capstone Project I

    This design-specific course is the crowning point of an undergraduate curriculum. This course requires the design of a significant team project that integrates the many concepts and skills learned through the many Computer Science courses. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2740  and all required 3000-level Computer Science courses. (1, ENGAGEMENTS/Senior Capstone)
  

  • CPSC 4805 - Capstone Project II

    This implementation-specific course is the crowning point of an undergraduate curriculum. This course requires the implementation of a significant team project that integrates the many concepts and skills learned in your computing courses. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 4800 . Corequisite(s): CPSC 4999  and CPSC 4999P   (2, ENGAGEMENTS/Senior Capstone)
  

  • CPSC 4999 - Senior Comprehensives

    Assessment of student learning pertaining to either their computer science curriculum or their computer information systems curriculum. Corequisite(s): CPSC 4805 . (0)
  

  • CPSC 4999P - Senior Comprehensives Programming

    Assessment of student learning pertaining to computer programming. Corequisite(s): CPSC 4805 . (0)

Counseling
  

  • COUN 5000 - Research Methodology & Program Evaluation

    This course will help students develop an understanding of research methods, statistical analysis, needs assessment, as well as discipline specific program evaluation. Prerequisites: None (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5005 - Foundations & Ethics of the Counseling Profession

    This course addresses professional identity, credentialing, certification and licensure and focuses on the ethical rules and policies that govern the professional integrity of counselors and offers guidance for practice. The ACA Code and the AAMFT Principles are covered in this course. Prerequisites: None (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5010 - Counseling Theories

    This course surveys the major concepts and practices in the contemporary therapeutic systems in relation to the history of counseling. Prerequisites: None (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5015 - Counseling Techniques

    This is a counseling skills course, with a focus on tools and techniques used in counseling. Students will learn and practice the basic skills needed to be an effective counselor, and will discuss the theoretical rationale for the use of the various skills learned. Importance is placed on the mastery of fundamental concepts that enhance the development of basic counseling skills. Prerequisites: None (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5020 - Lifestyle and Career Development

    The course is designed to provide an overview of the field of career development theory. It focuses on the life long process of career development, the source and systems of occupational and educational information, and career and leisure counseling processes. Prerequisites: None (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5025 - Human Growth and Development

    This course will address the developmental phases of the entire life cycle of humans from conception to death. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of each phase in relation to normal growth and development and the practical implications for the professionally trained counselor. Prerequisites: None (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5030 - Substance Abuse and Addictions Counseling

    This course focuses on understanding the pharmacological and behavioral effects of drugs and how these effects interact with the counseling process. Prerequisites: None (3, Su even years)
  

  • COUN 5035 - Clinical Perspectives in Human Sexuality

    This course is designed to provide candidates with an understanding of human sexuality issues from physical, social, and emotional perspectives. It includes clinical assessment and intervention strategies for basic sexual issues that may be presented when counseling individuals and couples. Prerequisites: None (3, Su odd years)
  

  • COUN 5100 - Group Work in Counseling

    This course focuses on the application of theories and practices in group counseling, providing theoretical knowledge of group counseling and specific skills in group leadership and membership. During this group class, students will participate as a member in group sessions lead by a trained group leader, and will co-lead group sessions. Prerequisites: COUN 5000 , COUN 5005 , COUN 5010  and COUN 5015 . (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5105 - Appraisal & Assessment in Counseling

    This course provides an understanding of individual, group, and systemic approaches to assessment and evaluation in a multicultural society. It includes an overview of theoretical bases for assessment techniques, psychometric statistics, diversity factors, and ethical factors in assessment and evaluation, as well as strategies for selecting, administering, and interpreting assessment and evaluation instruments. Prerequisites COUN 5000 , COUN 5005 , COUN 5010  and COUN 5015 . (3, Su)
  

  • COUN 5110 - Psychopathology and Diagnosis

    This course focuses on principles of the diagnostic process, including differential diagnosis, and the use of current diagnostic tools, such as the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Prerequisites: COUN 5000 , COUN 5005 , COUN 5010  and COUN 5015 . (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5115 - Family and Systems Counseling

    This course provides an introduction to the theory and process of family counseling. Evolving viewpoints, perspectives, values, intervention techniques, and goals of family counseling are reviewed. Prerequisites: COUN 5000 , COUN 5005 , COUN 5010  and COUN 5015 . (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5120 - Crisis, Trauma, Grief and Loss Counseling

    This course is designed to provide candidates with an understanding of client issues relating to various types of crisis, trauma, grief and loss. It includes clinical assessment and intervention strategies when counseling individuals, couples and families impacted by crisis, trauma, grief or loss. Prerequisites: COUN 5000 , COUN 5005 , COUN 5010  and COUN 5015 . (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5125 - Social & Cultural Diversity in Counseling

    This course is a study of culturally different minority populations in the United States, and the application of counseling techniques and practices when working with diverse clients. Prerequisites: COUN 5000 , COUN 5005 , COUN 5010  and COUN 5015 . (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5130 - Behavior Disorders of Children and Adolescents

    This course will focus on the psychological, social, and environmental factors contributing to child and adolescent disorders, causes and treatment, methods of observing, diagnosing, documenting and interpreting disorders and the underlying dynamics of child and adolescent disorders. Prerequisites COUN 5010 , COUN 5015 , and COUN 5025  (or advisor approval). (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5135 - Introduction to Play Therapy

    This course is designed to provide students with instruction in history, theories and applications of play therapy consistent with APT requirements for instruction in these areas, and as such, will provide 67.5 Continuing Education (CE) hours toward the Registered Play Therapist credential. Prerequisites: COUN 5010 , COUN 5015 , and COUN 5025  (or advisor approval). (3, Su odd years)
  

  • COUN 5140 - Advanced Play Therapy

    This course is designed to provide students with advanced instruction in history, theories and applications of play therapy consistent with APT requirements for instruction in these areas, and as such, will provide 67.5 Continuing Education (CE) hours toward the Registered Play Therapist credential. Prerequisites: COUN 5010 , COUN 5015 , and COUN 5025  (or advisor approval). (3, Su even years)
  

  • COUN 5200 - Special Topics in Counseling

    Students will be allowed to explore special topics in counseling in a seminar format. Prerequisite: consent of advisor. (3, Su)
  

  • COUN 5300 - School Counseling: Principles & Administration

    This course prepares counseling candidates to design, develop, manage, and deliver comprehensive counseling services in PK-12 schools. Prerequisites: COUN 5000 , COUN 5005 , COUN 5010 , COUN 5015 , and Candidacy. (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5310 - Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Principles & Practices

    This course focuses on strategies for counselors and specific skills that will enable individuals, families, groups and communities to take charge of their own lives and set their own direction, preventive education and life skills training, the specifics of helping vulnerable populations, developmental models, the clinical mental health helper as a change agent, the four-component clinical mental health counseling model and the management of diverse ideas and concepts. Prerequisites: COUN 5000 , COUN 5005 , COUN 5010 , COUN 5015 , and Candidacy. (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5320 - Marriage, Couple & Family Counseling: Principles & Practices

    This course focuses on skills and strategies for marriage, couple and family counselors when working in family counseling agencies or private practice settings. Prerequisites: COUN 5000 , COUN 5005 , COUN 5010 , COUN 5015 , COUN 5115  and Candidacy. (3, Su)
  

  • COUN 5325 - Couples & Relationships Counseling

    This course is designed to help those in training to recognize that the couple is a unique and distinct system different from the family, the individual, or the group and requires specific methods of assessment and treatment. Prerequisites: COUN 5115 . (3, Su even years)
  

  • COUN 5400 - School Counseling Practicum

    Students gain 100 clock hours of experience, 40 of which are direct client contact, in a supervised school setting. Students receive one hour a week of individual supervision from an approved on-site supervisor and attend a weekly group supervision class. Prerequisites: approved Clinical Field Placement application. (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5410 - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Practicum

    Students gain 100 clock hours of experience, 40 of which are direct client contact, in a supervised clinical mental health agency setting. Students receive one hour a week of individual supervision from an approved on-site supervisor and attend a weekly group supervision class. Prerequisites: approved Clinical Field Placement application. (3, Su)
  

  • COUN 5500 - School Counseling Internship I

    Course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive, field-based school counseling experience that will include clinical diagnosis, developing treatment plans, extensive counselor-client sessions, and follow-up of the client’s progress. Lectures, seminars, and related graduate projects will be required when appropriate. This course must be taken with COUN 5820 in a continuous Fall-Spring sequence. Students gain 300 clock hours of experience, 120 of which are direct client contact, in a supervised K-12 school setting. Prerequisites: COUN 5400   (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5510 - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Internship I

    Course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive, field-based clinical mental health agency counseling experience that will include clinical diagnosis, developing treatment plans, extensive counselor-client sessions, and follow-up of the client’s progress. Lectures, seminars, and related graduate projects will be required when appropriate. This course must be taken with COUN 5821 in a continuous Fall-Spring sequence. Students gain 300 clock hours of experience, 120 of which are direct client contact, in a supervised clinical mental health agency setting. Prerequisites: COUN 5410   (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5515 - Advanced Counseling Techniques

    This is a clinical course integrating theoretical approaches with the practice of counseling. Prerequisites: concurrent enrollment with COUN 5500  or COUN 5510 . (3, Fa)
  

  • COUN 5600 - School Counseling Internship II

    This course is a continuation of COUN 5810, requiring an additional 300 clock hours of experience, 120 of which are direct client contact, in a supervised K-12 school setting. This course requires completion of a site-specific service learning project. Prerequisite: COUN 5500  (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5610 - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Internship II

    This course is a continuation of COUN 5811, requiring an additional 300 clock hours of experience, 120 of which are direct client contact, in a supervised clinical mental health setting. This course requires completion of a site-specific service learning project. Prerequisite: COUN 5510  (3, Sp)
  

  • COUN 5700 - Thesis in Counseling

    The thesis provides students an opportunity to develop an area of research interest in counseling by investigating current literature and conducting an empirical or qualitative study. Faculty/advisor approval is necessary for the thesis option. Because this course requires prior completion of EDGC 5070 Statistics, EDGC 5070 will be accepted as an approved elective upon successful completion of the thesis. Prerequisite: EDGC 5070 Statistics and advisor approval. (3)
  

  • COUN 5999M - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Comprehensive Examination

    During their clinical field experience, all students must take and pass the national Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE). Scheduled during Internship II, after passing the CPCE, each student must pass an oral clinical defense in clinical mental health counseling addressing: 1) professional orientation and ethical practice; 2) social and cultural diversity; 3) human growth and development; 4) career development; 5) helping relationships; 6) group work; 7) assessment; and 8) research and program development. (0)
  

  • COUN 5999S - School Counseling Comprehensive Examination

    During their clinical field experience, all students must take and pass the national Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE). Scheduled during Internship II, after passing the CPCE, each student must pass an oral clinical defense in school counseling addressing: 1) professional orientation and ethical practice; 2) social and cultural diversity; 3) human growth and development; 4) career development; 5) helping relationships; 6) group work; 7) assessment; and 8) research and program development. (0)

Creative Writing
  

  • CRWT 1050 - Introduction to Creative Writing

    This introductory seminar introduces students to invention techniques and basic terms of the crafts of drama, fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. Students will produce original work, such as poems and scenes in fiction and script format. They will also learn basic workshop procedures. Successful completion of the course fulfills the College of Arts and Sciences’ Core Curriculum fine arts requirement. (3, EXPLORATIONS/Creative Expression & Engagement, FaSp)
  

  • CRWT 2050 - Poetry Workshop

    In this seminar, students learn to write and critique different forms of poetry and will learn a variety of poetic elements such as image, metaphor, rhythm, rhyme and alliteration. Through readings, students will become familiar with the work of contemporary poets such as Rita Dove, Charles Simic, and Michael S. Harper. Prerequisite(s): CRWT 1050  (3, EXPLORATIONS/Creative Expression & Engagement)
  

  • CRWT 2060 - Fiction Writing

    Students explore basic elements of fiction such as characterization, narrative point of view, setting, and subtext in a genre-specific seminar. Employing their skills at writing, revising, and criticizing works of short fiction through their own creative endeavors and daily participation in the workshop, they will develop their own portfolios, while extending their familiarity with works of contemporary short fiction writers such as Z.Z. Packer, Charles Baxter, and Edward P. Jones. Prerequisite(s): CRWT 1050   (3, EXPLORATIONS/Creative Expression & Engagement)
  

  • CRWT 2070 - Creative Nonfiction

    PRWT 2070   In this seminar, students will study and practice writing literary nonfiction. The course will cover description, point of view, characterization, dialogue, and other techniques. Students will read the works of contemporary nonfiction authors and, using the workshop method, critique the work of their peers. Prerequisite(s): CRWT 1050   (3, EXPLORATIONS/Creative Expression & Engagement)
  

  • CRWT 2080 - Dramatic Writing

    Dramatic Writing teaches the basics of play and screen writing, including dramatic structure, character study, scene and sequence structure, techniques of visual narration, dialogue, adaptation, and the language of film. Students will become familiar with contemporary playwrights, screenwriters, and directors. Prerequisite(s): CRWT 1050  (3)
  

  • CRWT 2141 - Journal Practicum

    (ENGL 2141) Students gain hands-on experience in publishing. Course is offered for credit on a pass/fail basis and may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): College Writing (core curriculum component) (1, FaSp)
  

  • CRWT 2143 - Journal Practicum

    (ENGL 2143 ) Students gain hands-on experience in publishing. Course is offered for credit on a pass/fail basis and may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020  or equivalent. (3, FaSp)
  

  • CRWT 3060 - Special Topics

    These occasional classes are small seminars that allow students and instructors to explore focused areas of specialization within or overlapping the traditional genres. Topics might include “Autobiography,” “Style and Technique in African American Prose and Poetry,” “Poetry and Performance,” “Narrative Strategies in Novels,” “Elements of Fiction,” “Poetry Translation,” “Literature and Film,” “Oral History,” “Credible Characterization,” “Biography and Autobiography,” and “Nature Writing.” Prerequisite(s): a 2000-level Creative Writing course in a relevant genre. (3)
  

  • CRWT 3065 - Writing About Art

    (ART 3065 , ENGL 3065 ) An introduction to ekphrastic writing: poetry and writing about the visual arts. Overview of theories and methodologies. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 -ENGL 1020   (3, EXPLORATIONS/Creative Expression & Engagement)
  

  • CRWT 3075 - Writing about Music

    An introduction to writing about music from the 19th century to the present.  An introduction to writing of novels, plays, essays and poetry inspired by music as a well as musical compositions (classical music/ opera, jazz, rock or hip-hop) written about literature. Overview of Theories and Methodologies. Students will use different methodologies to engage in and come up with an understanding the interconnectivity between music and literature in either form on a global level. Prerequisite(s):  60 hrs. completed credit. (3)
  

  • CRWT 4050 - Seminar

    Advanced seminars will include intensive reading, creative writing, and discussion. The course will also entail practice and studies of the form, craft, and theory of various genres. Possible topics include, “Women’s Poetics - Ancient to Contemporary,” “Multicultural Poetics,” “Problems of Adaptation,” “Poetry, Personae, and Author,” “Literature and Translation,” and “Political Poetry.” Prerequisite(s): a 2000-level Creative Writing course in the relevant genre. (3)
  

  • CRWT 4060 - Creative Thesis

    In this intensive course, the student will assemble a significant portfolio of creative work suitable for submission to graduate school admissions boards or to a publisher. The thesis will be directed by one faculty member and evaluated by a committee including the director and two other faculty members. Enrollment follows the development of a proposal outlining all matters concerning the texts to be studied, the frequency of meetings between student and director, the type of manuscript to be produced, including the names of the faculty members who agree to serve as readers. The proposal must be approved through consultation with the professor directing the thesis prior to the pre-registration period for the semester of study, and clearance from the director of the creative writing program. Prerequisite(s): completion of 5 CRWT classes, with a minimum 3.75 GPA in those classes. From the relevant genre(s), the student must have completed two sections from the 2000-level courses or one section from the 2000-level and one from the 3000-level courses. (3)

Curriculum and Instruction
  

  • EDCI 5042 - Classroom Organization and Management

    Techniques in handling adolescents, materials, and environment that would assure positive behavior and learning for the secondary classroom setting in the regular classroom. Prerequisite(s): None (3, Su)
  

  • EDCI 5051 - Methods and Materials for the Mildly/Moderately Disabled

    Basic training in the development of materials and the selection of methods for the mildly/moderately disabled in the regular classroom, with specific attention to diagnostic/prescriptive suggestions. Prerequisite EDCI 5440  (3)
  

  • EDCI 5055 - Vocational and Transition Services

    Organization and design of training programs to promote independence, vocational and community adjustment of persons with disabilities; curriculum materials, methods and organizational strategies for adolescent and adult learners, families and community service providers. Prerequisite EDCI 5440  (3, Sp)
  

  • EDCI 5060 - Multicultural Education

    This course is designed with emphasis on the pluralistic aspect of our society as it relates to schools, teaching, and learning, and the development of curriculum considerations in all areas of education. Prerequisite(s): None (3, Sp)
  

  • EDCI 5130 - Foundations of Reading Instruction

    A comprehensive overview of the cognitive, linguistic, and affective processes involved in reading and of methods, strategies, and materials of instruction. Prerequisite(s): None (3, Fa)
  

  • EDCI 5140 - Reading in the Content Area

    A study of the processes involved in learning from textual material, and of practices and strategies which contribute to concept development and reading comprehension. Prerequisite(s): EDCI 5130  or consent of instructor. (3, Sp)
  

  • EDCI 5170 - Diagnostic/Prescriptive Reading Instruction

    A study of diagnostic and remedial techniques in reading, with emphasis upon instructional design based upon the assessment of developing readers’ strengths and instructional needs. Prerequisite(s): EDCI 5130  (3, Sp)
  

  • EDCI 5200 - Practicum in Reading

    A course designed to offer the reading specialist a supervised practicum in the diagnosis and remediation of severe reading problems. Prerequisite(s): EDCI 5130  and EDCI 5170  (3, Fa)
 

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