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CHIN 3121 - Intermediate-Advanced Chinese I & II
CHIN 3120 is the continuation of CHIN 2004 or 2340 and is equivalent to CHIN 3001 and 3002 combined. Continued skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with focus on expanding vocabulary, learning new characters, mastering grammatical structures, improving pronunciation, and increasing oral fluency. More idiomatic expressions introduced. Language lab work required. Class conducted in Chinese.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CHIN 2002, CHIN 2004, CHIN 2340, or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
6
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CHIN 3130 - Topics in Eastern and Western Literature
Topics may vary from year to year. A seminar on exploring a specific topic (e.g. the fallen woman) in Eastern and Western literature. Conducted in English and Chinese.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: A 2100-level literature survey course or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 3250 - Intermediate-Advanced Chinese III
Guided informal discussions on assigned topics. Organized around the hierarchy of communicative linguistic functions, the course is designed to increase fluency, improve pronunciation, expand vocabulary and teach idiomatic expressions. Assignments include compositions, dictation, transcription, recitation and oral presentation. Class conducted in Chinese.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CHIN 2002 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 3260 - Intermediate-Advanced Chinese IV
Chinese 3260 is the continuation of Chinese 3250. It is designed to help students enhance skills in advanced oral communication through expansion of vocabulary and discussion of various topics in modern Chinese Society. Language lab work is required. Class is conducted in Chinese.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Chinese 3002 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 3310 - Chinese Conversation
Guided informal discussions on assigned topics. Organized around the hierarchy of communicative linguistic functions, the course is designed to increase fluency, improve pronunciation, expand vocabulary and teach idiomatic expressions. Assignments include compositions, dictation, transcription, recitation and oral presentation. Class conducted in Chinese.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CHIN 2002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 3630 - Translation and Interpretation
This course is designed to provide students with fundamental Chinese-English translation and interpretation knowledge, and enable them to develop basic practical Chinese-English translation and interpretation skills. Students will work on translating and interpreting Chinese authentic written texts and audio clips into English. Language lab work required.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: CHIN 3310 and CHIN 4310 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 3640 - Chinese in the Workplace I
A comprehensive Chinese course designed for intermediate-high to rising advanced-low level language learners. It enhances the learners’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through drill practice, conversation, and composition. It focuses on the accurate use of the Chinese language as well as fluent communicating capabilities in a simulated workplace. The course will be conducted in Chinese through dialogue, discourse analysis, panel discussion, presentation, and written projects.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CHIN 3002 or permission from the department
Hours:
3
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CHIN 3650 - Explore China Through Film
Cinematic texts are mirrors of multiple dimensions of a society or a nation’s historical, cultural, social, political, and economic. In this course we will screen films from Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan that have gained recognition for their landmark status and artistic quality, and read backgrounds and criticism on these movies. We will analyze the human and cultural values embedded in these movies, and examine their artistic approaches and styles. The course is conducted in English.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: English 1102 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 3660 - Chinese in the Workplace II
This course is designed to help students who have finished at least two years of Mandarin Chinese language learning to develop interpretive, presentational, and interactive skills that are needed in workplace-related Chinese social contexts. Real cases of successful multinational Chinese and foreign companies and issues including marketing, branding, mergers and acquisitions, OEM, international expansion will be used as texts.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CHIN 3002 or department permission
Hours:
3
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CHIN 3950 - Study Abroad
The study of the Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment.
Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 3960 - Study Abroad
The study of the Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 3970 - Study Abroad
The study of the Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment.
Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 3990 - Special Topics
Study of an area of language, literature or culture not fully covered in other regular courses. Topics vary and announced in advance. May be repeated for 1-3 credit hours for a maximum of six credits if topic is different.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CHIN 2002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages
Hours:
1-3
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CHIN 4010 - Media Chinese
Media Chinese is an advanced reading course designed to enhance students’ communication skills in Chinese and deepen students’ understanding of contemporary China through media exploration. Students will read, interpret, and analyze articles detailing the economic, cultural, social, and political changes in China from the internet, newspapers, radio stations, and television broadcasts. The course will focus on enabling students to 1) understand the language in Chinese media; 2) comprehend the information presented; 3) recount events and summarize events while expressing their own opinions and comments; 4) write short essays. Class will be conducted in Chinese. Class activities will include discussions, presentations, and projects.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: CHIN 3310 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4100 - Advanced Chinese I
This course is designed to deepen students’ understanding of contemporary China and enhance their communication skills. Students will read and discuss authentic writings related to the economic, cultural, social, and political changes since the reform in China and the early 1980’s. The focus will be on enabling students to 1) comprehend the readings: 2) recount and summarize events, and express opinions and comments: 3) write short essays. Class will be conducted in Chinese. Class activities will include discussions, presentations, and projects.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: CHIN 3250 and CHIN 3260 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4110 - Literary Chinese & Pre-Modern Literature
This course not only provides an introduction to the basic grammar and vocabulary of Literary Chinese or Classical Chinese (wenyanwen or guwen), but also deepens students’ appreciation of Chinese literary and cultural traditions. Literary Chinese served as the standard for written texts in traditional Chinese literature. Its grammar, style, and expressions have profound influence on today’s literary style found in newspapers, academic writings, and formal speeches. In this course, students will have a close reading of a selection of classical texts in various genres and forms, including philosophical writing, historical narratives, prose poetry, and fiction in Chinese and English. Through reading these classical texts and literary works, students will enrich their understanding of Chinese language, literature, and cultural values.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: One 4000-level CHIN course, or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4120 - Readings in Twentieth-Century Chinese Literature
This course provides both advanced language training and introduction to 20th-century Chinese literature. Students will read selected modern literary works in both the original language and English, including essays, fiction, poetry, and literary criticism from late 19th century to late 20th century. On the one hand, this course will focus on translation, language exercise, linguistic analysis, and discussion of the literary texts; on the other hand, it will introduce students to important authors, works, literary movements, schools, styles, as well as culture issues in Modern China. Class will be conducted in both Chinese and English.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: One CHIN 4000-level course, or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4130 - Chinese Fiction
This course is a survey of Chinese fiction from ancient time to present day. It will introduce students to major fiction genres and masterpieces of Chinese fiction from the Tang Dynasty to contemporary China, including wenyan xiaoshuo (stories in classical Chinese), vernacular stories during the Ming Dynasty, vernacular novels in late Imperial China, modern and contemporary fiction, and film adaptations of Chinese fiction. Students will read selected stories in Chinese and English. Literary analysis will focus on subjects, themes, language, the development of narrative strategy, and styles of a variety of Chinese narrative, as well as the intertextuality between fiction and other genres.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: CHIN 4310 or CHIN 4510, or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4200 - Advanced Chinese II
A continuation of Chinese 4100, this course is designed to deepen students’ understanding of contemporary China and enhance their communication skills. Students will read and discuss authentic writings related to the economic, cultural, social, and political changes since the reform in China in the early 1980’s. The focus will be on enabling students to 1) comprehend the readings: 2) recount events and summarize events, and express opinions and comments: 3) write short essays. Class will be conducted in Chinese. Class activities will include discussions, presentations, and projects.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: CHIN 3250 and CHIN 3260 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4300 - Chinese-English Translation and Interpretation
This course is designed to provide students with fundamental Chinese-English translation and interpretation knowledge, and enable them to develop basic practical Chinese-English translation and interpretation skills. Students will work on translating and interpreting Chinese authentic written texts and audio clips into English. Language lab work required.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: CHIN 3250 and CHIN 3260 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4310 - Advanced Chinese Conversation
Chinese 4310 is the continuation of Chinese 3310 It is designed to help students enhance skills in advanced oral communication through expansion of vocabulary and discussion of various topics in modern Chinese Society. Language lab work is required. Class is conducted in Chinese.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CHIN 3002 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4350 - Classical Chinese Literature
Classical Chinese literature, in a broad sense, covers a long history from antiquity to 1911 (the end of the Qing Dynasty). This course will concentrate on a selection of works, written in various genres and forms (some of which differ from that of English), from different historical periods, which, in way, represent some highlights of classical Chinese literature. Beginning with some Confucian and Daoist classics essential to Chinese cultural and literary traditions, we will closely read the selected texts and explore their artistic and human values. We will take cultural/historical approach in our reading and study each text in relation to its cultural and historical contexts.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: A 2100-level literature survey course or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4400 - Modern/Contemporary Chinese Literature
The fall of the Qing Dynasty (1911) and the New Cultural Movement (mid 1910s-1920s) ushered in the era of modern Chinese literature. In this course, we will read a selection of works from 1911 to 1949, the post-Mao period, and some writers from Taiwan. Some works are closely related to the cultural and political events before and after the Chinese revolution. We will read some of those events, such as the Chinese Revolution and the Cultural Revolution, which will provide necessary perspectives for reading the texts. We will closely examine the literary merit of each text in relation to its cultural and historical contexts.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: A 2100-level literature survey course or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4450 - Topics in Eastern and Western Literature
Topics may vary from year to year. A seminar on exploring a specific topic (e.g. the fallen woman) in Eastern and Western literature. Conducted in English.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: A 2100-level literature survey course or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4510 - Advanced Chinese Language I
This course is designed to deepen students’ understanding of contemporary China and enhance their communication skills. Students will read and discuss authentic writings related to the economic, cultural, social, and political changes since the reform in China and the early 1980’s. The focus will be on enabling students to 1) comprehend the readings: 2) recount and summarize events, and express opinions and comments: 3) write short essays. Class will be conducted in Chinese. Class activities will include discussions, presentations, and projects.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: CHIN 3310 and CHIN 4310 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4520 - Advanced Chinese Language II
A continuation of Chinese 4510, this course is designed to deepen students’ understanding of contemporary China and enhance their communication skills. Students will read and discuss authentic writings related to the economic, cultural, social, and political changes since the reform in China in the early 1980’s. The focus will be on enabling students to 1) comprehend the readings: 2) recount events and summarize events, and express opinions and comments: 3) write short essays. Class will be conducted in Chinese. Class activities will include discussions, presentations, and projects.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: CHIN 3310 and CHIN 4310 or placement by the Department of Modern & Classical Languages
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4530 - Advanced Chinese III
Designed for Advanced-track Chinese Flagship students who are preparing to apply for the Flagship Capstone Year in China. This course is a media-based content course. It provides intensive listening and reading training to help students reach ILR level 2 listening and reading proficiency. Students will be exposed to authentic materials from the internet, newspaper, and other media at the ILR level 2 and 2+ on various topics, including culture, society, economy, politics, environment, science, security, etc. Student will develop learning strategies to understand the main ideas and most supporting details in media materials intended for native speakers. Non-Flagship students can also take this course to achieve a high level of language proficiency.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Complete at least four Chinese courses at 3000 or 4000-level or permission from department
Hours:
3
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CHIN 4910 - Study Abroad
The study of Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program on the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 4920 - Study Abroad
The study of Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 4930 - Study Abroad
The study of Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 4940 - Study Abroad
The study of Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 4950 - Study Abroad
The study of Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 4960 - Study Abroad
The study of Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 4970 - Study Abroad
The study of Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 4980 - Study Abroad
The study of Chinese language and Chinese culture in a native environment. Designed especially for students in a Study Abroad Program of the University System of Georgia.
Hours:
1-6
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CHIN 4990 - Special Topics
Study of an area of language, literature, or culture not fully covered in other regular courses. Topics vary and are announced in advance. May be repeated for 1, 2, or 3 credit hours for a maximum of six credits if topic is different. Chinese 3001 and 3002 recommended before.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CHIN 2002 or placement by the Department of Modern Languages
Hours:
1-3
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CIS 2201 - Computer Information Systems
An introductory course including a study of basic computer concepts, management information systems, data and file processing, systems analysis, the hardware and software available for meeting information systems needs, computer privacy and security, and the various types of information systems. Students will gain extensive hands-on microcomputer experience applying spreadsheet, database management, and word processing software to solve information problems.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: MATH 1001, MATH 1101, MATH 1111, MATH 1113, or MATH 1450, with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CIS 3000 - Application Development
Students will learn how to develop basic desktop, web, and mobile applications using an integrated development environment (IDE). CSCI 1301 is strongly recommended as the prerequisite.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and either CSCI 1250 or CSCI 1301 with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CIS 3130 - Business Information Systems
An overview of the utilization of information technology in business organizations to support managerial decision making and to provide competitive advantage. This course will address the evolution of information and information technology as corporate assets, how information technology is reshaping organization structures and work processes, how it is changing business relationships among organizations, and emerging information technologies expected to significantly impact business operations in the years ahead.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: ACCT 2101, either ECON 2105 or ECON 2106, and either BUSA 2201, CIS 2201, CSCI 1250, or CSCI 1301, all with grades of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CIS 3300 - Systems Analysis and Design
An introduction to the basic concepts of systems analysis and design, and the application of those techniques in the development of business information systems. The student will learn how to develop information systems based on user requirements and specifications. The course will expose the students to UML and other graphic modeling processes.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and CIS 3000 with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CIS 3400 - Data Management
This course introduces students to the properties, logic, design, implementation, and accessing of business databases. Particular emphasis is placed on the relational approach to database management and processing. Relational database programming assignments are drawn from the fields of business and government.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and CIS 3000 with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CIS 4200 - Introduction to Business Analytics
This survey course is designed to familiarize students with Business Analytics and its applicability in a business environment. Business Analytics focuses on how businesses, non-profits, and governments use data to gain insights and improve organizational decision-making skills. Due to an increasing availability of large data sets from a variety of sources (Big Data), employees with business analytic skills are in-demand in many industries throughout the world. Students will gain an understanding of business analytics terminology, concepts, and tools and solutions that exist today.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division, MATH 2400, and either CIS 3130 or CSCI 1301 with grades of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CIS 4500 - Network and Infrastructure
This course provides foundation skills on information technology infrastructure. Topics include: hardware; software; communications including LAN, WAN, and wireless network; transaction support; facilities for business continuity and security; infrastructure management best practices including ITIL and COBIT; service level agreements; and risk management including compliance, sourcing, disaster planning, auditing, controls and standards.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and CIS 3000 with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CIS 4910 - Information Systems Internship
Hands-on experience in the area of information systems or information technology working in a business or organization. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Admission to Upper Division and CIS 3300 (may be taken concurrently)
Hours:
3
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CIS 4950 - Information Systems Capstone Project
This course is designed for Information Systems majors who are within one semester of graduation. It is a capstone course integrating the analysis and skills acquired from the student’s coursework in information systems and the student’s area of concentration.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CIS 3300 (may be taken concurrently)
Hours:
3
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CMST 3810 - Introduction to Latin American Studies
An interdisciplinary course that considers Latin America and its relationship with the United States from both grass-roots and elite perspectives. A reading of Gabriel Garcia Marquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude accompanies an examination of the region’s significant socio-political and historical events. Taught in English.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: SPAN 2001 or SPAN 2002
Hours:
3
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COMM 1001 - Elementary Sign Language I
The purpose of COMM 1001 is to introduce principles, methods, and techniques for communicating with individuals who sign. Topics include expressive and receptive sign skills, manual alphabet, numbers, usage of vocabulary, grammatical competence in American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf culture along with exploring the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) for ASL.
Hours:
3
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COMM 1002 - Elementary Sign Language II
The purpose of COMM 1002 is to expand on the principles, methods, and techniques for communicating with individuals who use sign language. This course will focus on improving expressive and receptive sign skills (including but not limited to: manual alphabet, numbers, usage of vocabulary, grammatical competence in American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf culture along with exploring the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) for ASL.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1001 or permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 1100 - Human Communication
A critical thinking based course designed to introduce students to various communication contexts. Special emphasis is placed on adapting communication style and content to diverse cultural audiences. The course includes practice in research and informative speaking, and interpersonal and group communication skills.
Hours:
3
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COMM 1110 - Public Speaking
This is an introductory course in the history, principles, and practices of public speaking with an emphasis on research and the organization of material as well as the verbal and nonverbal aspects of delivery. Special attention will be given to cultural and global perspectives, critical thinking, and audience analysis during the preparation and practice of public address.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 or ENGL 1101H (may be taken concurrently)
Hours:
3
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COMM 1110H - Honors Public Speaking
This is an introductory course in the history, principles, and practices of public speaking with an emphasis on research and the organization of material as well as the verbal and nonverbal aspects of delivery. Special attention will be given to cultural and global perspectives, critical thinking, and audience analysis during the preparation and practice of public address. This course incorporates the academic standards maintained by the Honors Program.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 or ENGL 1101H (may be taken concurrently) and acceptance to the Honors Program
Hours:
3
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COMM 1400 - Foundations in Media Techniques
This course covers the principles of visual literacy and basic techniques in the production of media content. Topics covered will include video photography and editing, digital still photography, graphics creation and editing, new media production, and publishing content via various media platforms and content management systems.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: ENGL 0989
Hours:
3
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COMM 1500 - Interpersonal Communication
A communication course designed to give the student a better understanding of dyadic communication. Emphasis is on how we communicate in relationships and how we might choose to change our communication in the areas of listening, disclosure, and conflict.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1100
Hours:
3
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COMM 1503 - Communicating in Diverse Cultures
This course introduces the student to the study of communication, culture, and communication between cultures in our global society. Students will become aware of the ability of culture to shape and modify personal views or reality through differing perceptions of world view, family experiences, history, and verbal/nonverbal message systems. How diverse cultures communicate in business, educational, health settings and conflict resolution will be addressed.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: ENGL 0989
Hours:
3
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COMM 2050 - Media, Culture, and Society
A review of the media’s historical, current, and future developments and the increasingly important role the media has in shaping individuals, society, and culture. This course explores media theories, and trains students to become more informed and discerning media consumers.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: ENGL 0989
Hours:
3
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COMM 2400 - Radio Production
An overview of production processes for radio, podcasting and webcasting. Attention to technical aspects of equipment usage both in-studio and in the field, including proper sound recording, editing, and packaging for broadcast or internet distribution. Students apply theory to practice by producing several different kinds of programs (e.g., music shows, commercials, interviews) of increasing length and complexity to demonstrate proficiency and to construct a portfolio appropriate for employment.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1400
Hours:
3
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COMM 2700 - Introduction to Public Relations
Introduction to the field of public relations. Survey of public relations careers and history, including ethical and legal issues, and discussion of public relations practice, research, strategies, and theoretical concepts.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: JOUR 1010 or permission of instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 2900 - Introduction to Media Studies
A survey of the historical development and cultural roles of the various mass media, including print, radio, film, television, and the internet, and an introduction to the foundational theoretical concepts of the media studies discipline.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102
Hours:
3
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COMM 2901 - ST: Practicum in Debate & Speech
Students will prepare oral presentations in activities such as debate, public speaking, and oral interpretation of literature. Students will learn to research, organize, polish, and deliver oral argumentative presentation in both on-campus and off-campus experiences. This course may be repeated for up to four credits.
Hours:
1
Notes:
Repeatable for up to four times.
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COMM 2902 - Special Topics in Communication
Special interest courses, which may not be transferable, are offered in response to student interest and demand. This is a theoretical and applied course that addresses special topics in communication such as gender, political, visual, or popular culture and may include a service learning or practicum component.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: COMM 1500 and permission of the instructor
Hours:
2
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COMM 2903 - Special Topics in Communication
Special interest courses, which may not be transferable, are offered in response to student interest and demand. This is a theoretical and applied course that addresses special topics in communication such as gender, political, visual, or popular culture and may include a service learning or practicum component.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: COMM 1500 and permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 3050 - Intercultural Communication
Exploring the foundations, processes, and applications of communicating in intercultural contexts, this course emphasizes intercultural theory and research on intercultural power and contexts, identity, language, and nonverbal codes, understanding intercultural transactions, impacts of popular culture, and managing intercultural conflict.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1100 or permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 3100 - Advanced Public Communication
This course will extend the students’ knowledge of public communication by giving them advanced practice. Emphasis will be placed on developing and demonstrating advanced presentational skills in various public speaking contexts, such as community presentations, press conferences, media interviews and persuasive speaking to hostile audiences. In addition to developing platform speaking skills, emphasis is placed on critical evaluation and the situational/historical/cultural determinants of effective discourse.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: COMM 1100 and COMM 1110
Hours:
3
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COMM 3200 - Principles of Conflict Resolution
This course examines the nature of conflict in various organizational and interpersonal contexts, surveys major theories of conflict resolution, and develops students’ abilities to apply models of conflict resolution, including mediation, negotiation, and collaborative problem solving.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1100 or permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 3250 - Argumentation and Debate
A critical thinking based course designed to introduce students to communication involving argumentation over the controversial issues of the day. An emphasis will be on the usage of logic and evidence to back claims of the sort of advocacy and opposition that occur both in judicial and legislative processes.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1100 or permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 3400 - Business & Professional Communication
This course focuses on practical and theoretical elements of communication in today’s culturally diverse business setting. Students will learn communication processes and basic concepts of interpersonal, group teambuilding, and organizational communication. Assignments include interviews, corporate branding, business reports, and sales presentations.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1100
Hours:
3
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COMM 3510 - Small Group Communication
This course offers the student principles, practice, and theory in leading and participating in small group communication. Students will study factors which affect the quality of communication processes, interpersonal and task behaviors, leadership and participation, ethical considerations, group norms and cohesiveness, decision making and conflict resolution, and group evaluation options. Students will apply principles of effective communication in various small group settings.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1100
Hours:
3
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COMM 3540 - Nonverbal Communication
In-depth examination of human nonverbal communication providing a balance of theory and application based on classic and contemporary research from a variety of methods and sources as well as popular literature and online contributions. Primary emphasis is given to “real world” practical application of nonverbal fundamentals used to communicate successfully in the interpersonal, professional, computer-mediated communication and educational arenas.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1100
Hours:
3
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COMM 3720 - Computer Mediated Communication
This course focuses on how the increasingly media-rich world has affected communication in virtually every area of life. In this course, students will learn how to more effectively balance issues with computer mediated communication with face to face encounters. The students will explore issues regarding globalization, ease of communication, information richness, how to manage issues stemming from a continuing explosion of information, cultural issues in computer mediation communication, as well as issues of surveillance and privacy.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1400 or permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 3730 - Social Media
Theory and practice in using social media to communicate. Evaluation of social media for effective and appropriate use by organizations and individuals. Discussion of ethical and legal issues involved in social media.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Completion of all Area F requirements for the BA in Communication or the BS in Film & Digital Media, or permission of instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 3740 - Communication Research
Overview of and practice in qualitative and quantitative research in the field of communication. Methods covered will include surveys, focus groups, content analysis, textual research, and ethnographic research and can be applied in various academic and professional communication disciplines, including journalism and public relations.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: COMM 1100 and COMM 2900, or permission of instructor.
Hours:
3
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COMM 3760 - Public Relations Writing
Practice and instruction in writing public relations materials for print, audio, video, and online media. Emphasis will be placed on effective writing skills and on the various types of public relations copy.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 2700 or permission of instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 3780 - Public Relations Cases
Application and analysis of public relations principles within cases in business and industry, government, institutions, trades, and professions in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Students will be exposed to a series of public relations situations that permit them to develop their own solutions and approaches to problems faced in public relations practice.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 2700 or permission of instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 3800 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication
This course allows students to critically examine case studies and understand how to apply complex general and special communication theory to the practice of interpersonal communication. In the course, students will not only build on skills learned earlier in COMM 1500, or interpersonal communication, but also come to understand the various explanations of how interpersonal relationships may play out as a result of various communication strategies.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1500 or permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 3840 - Announcing for Media
Encourages the development of on-mic and on-camera speech and performance practices appropriate for radio, television, and multimedia. Stresses the importance of the audience in delivering entertainment, information and persuasion-based content. Attention to ethical and legal issues involving announcing. Students construct a project portfolio appropriate for employment.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1400
Hours:
3
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COMM 3901 - Advanced Debate & Mediation Team
This course provides a practical competitive experience on both an intramural and intercollegiate level to students in their third and fourth years in competitive mock mediation, debate, and individual speaking events. To complete this course, students must compete in mock mediation, individual speaking events, or intercollegiate parliamentary or policy debate. This course is repeatable up to four times.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: COMM 1100 and four hours of COMM 2901
Hours:
1
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COMM 4013 - Public Opinion & Leadership
This course explores how public opinion influences, and is influenced by, political leadership in the public sphere. Topics include the histories of the field of public relations and the concept of “public opinion”; qualitative and quantitative research methods in the study and measurement of public opinion; case studies in the use of public opinion research; case studies in the manipulation of public opinion, with a focus on the modern US presidency; and the relationship between the public, the media, and government officials.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Completion of all lower division coursework
Hours:
3
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COMM 4040 - Persuasion & Argumentation
This course focuses on how persuasion and the arguments that constitute persuasion operate in our organizational and globalized world. Persuasion will be examined within the contexts of corporations, public service entities, public speaking occasions, and interpersonal relationships. This study takes place in the larger context of an information-intensive, globalized world. Students will learn argumentation within the contexts of both winning arguments and within the contexts of managing conflict through means such as conflict resolution and mediation.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 3250
Hours:
3
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COMM 4100 - Organizational Communication
This course explores organizations from the perspectives of historical, cultural, and contemporary communication theories and practices and their practical application to real life and case studies. A continuing focus will be organizational leadership communication skills development, both verbal and nonverbal.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Completion of at least fifteen (15) hours of 3000 or 4000-level COMM courses, or Instructor approval
Hours:
3
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COMM 4200 - Leadership Communication
This course focuses on communication competence in leadership. In this class, students will learn the purposes, strategies, structures, and language of leadership. As well, students will gain knowledge of the role communication plays in the various types of leadership students will experience and enact during the course of their lives. Finally, students will both learn and practice the skills needed for effective leadership in a number of different organizational, cultural and corporate settings.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Completion of at least fifteen (15) hours of 3000- or 4000-level COMM courses
Hours:
3
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COMM 4300 - Media Law & Ethics
Study of the history and effects of media law and regulation in the United States. Discussion of the First Amendment, libel, privacy, Freedom of Information, copyright, pornography, obscenity, commercial speech, the FCC, and ethical issues involving law and regulation of the media. Focus on the legal system and legal research.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 2900 or permission of instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 4400 - The Rhetoric of Leadership
This course is a critical examination of rhetorical strategies used by leaders in public discourse. Emphasis will include the study of rhetorical criticism and its use to deconstruct select historical and contemporary speeches and other message formats from leaders. Application of rhetorical analysis methods to leadership discourse will be explored in diverse sources such as organizations, politics, social, environmental and protest groups, religion, and popular culture.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 1110 or permission of instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 4600 - Training Methods in Communication
This course is designed to introduce principles and concepts useful in the design and delivery of communication-based training programs. These training programs may be delivered in organizational/business and/or academic environments. The course is oriented for those individuals who are planning to enter careers which involve a human resource development and training focus. The course, however, may also be valuable for individuals already in specialized work roles (e.g., technical specialists, communication consultants, personnel directors, volunteer coordinators, educators, etc.) who are asked to do training and consulting, but have a limited prior experience or a limited training methods knowledge base to call upon.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: COMM 1100 and COMM 1110, or permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 4700 - Public Relations Campaigns
A service-learning course in which students will work as a team to research, design, and develop a public relations campaign for a local non-profit group. The course is designed to combine theoretical and practical applications of strategic communication and to build on prerequisite public relations classes.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: COMM 3760
Hours:
3
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COMM 4710 - Crisis Communication
This course focuses on crisis communication and management, emphasizing practical application of theories, strategies, and tactics from a public relations perspective. Students will be able to understand the theories of crisis communion, critically analyze crisis communication case studies, and learn to utilize crisis communication and management strategies for detection, prevention, preparation, containment, and recovery.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: COMM 2700 and COMM 3760
Hours:
3
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COMM 4800 - Communication & Media Theory
This course looks at both traditional and modern communication theories, defining theory as “why” explanations of contemporary communication phenomena. The course will provide a broad overview for students on both general communication theories that claim to apply to all communication phenomena, and special communication theories that apply to one type of communication. The course will strike a balance between theories that apply to one on one, interpersonal, and face to face communication and those that apply to computer mediated and mediated communication which occurs in an increasingly information-intensive and media rich world.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 30 hours of 3000- or 4000- level COMM, JOUR, or MDST courses
Hours:
3
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COMM 4900 - Senior Capstone
The senior capstone is a final project intended to integrate material covered in previous courses and provide an in-depth exploration of a topic of special interest or career relevance to the student. The capstone project may be scholarly or creative in nature, but will culminate in a presentation of the student’s work to a panel of CMSJ faculty. Students work closely with a supervising faculty member to develop the thesis or creative project.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COMM 4901 - Practicum
This course is designed to give third- and fourth-year students applied experience in a specific aspect of organization communication and leadership, multimedia journalism, broadcast, or film and digital video production. This course will be conducted as a practicum, allowing students to exercise and develop skills in their chosen concentration area. Secondary Education majors may use this course to acquire the professional experience necessary to become certified to teach Broadcast and Video Production at the secondary level. This course may be repeated up to four times.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Hours:
1
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COMM 4951 - Communication Internship
This course enables students to earn credit toward their degree by completing an internship within a field related to organizational leadership, public relations, or some other area of communication studies. The student’s advisor will liaise with the organization offering the internship to verify that the experience merits internship credit. This course is appropriate for students who will work at the internship for an average of fewer than 7 hours per week during the Fall or Spring terms. For Summer terms, First & Second terms/sessions, and Maymester terms, the number of required hours may be increased accordingly, due to the abbreviated time frame of the session/term. Internship courses may be repeated for up to 6 total hours.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Hours:
1
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COMM 4952 - Communication Internship
This course enables students to earn credit toward their degree by completing an internship within a field related to organizational leadership, public relations, or some other area of communication studies. The student’s advisor will liaise with the organization offering the internship to verify that the experience merits internship credit. This course is appropriate for students who will work at the internship for an average of between 7 and 12 hours per week during the Fall or Spring terms. For Summer terms, First & Second terms/sessions, and Maymester terms, the number of required hours may be increased accordingly, due to the abbreviated time frame of the session/term. Internship courses may be repeated for up to 6 total hours.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Hours:
2
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COMM 4953 - Communication Internship
This course enables students to earn credit toward their degree by completing an internship within a field related to organizational leadership, public relations, or some other area of communication studies. The student’s advisor will liaise with the organization offering the internship to verify that the experience merits internship credit. This course is appropriate for students who will work at the internship for an average of between 13 and 20 hours per week during the Fall or Spring terms. For Summer terms, First & Second terms/sessions, and Maymester terms, the number of required hours may be increased accordingly, due to the abbreviated time frame of the session/term. Internship courses may be repeated for up to 6 total hours.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Hours:
3
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COOP 2000 - Cooperative Education Work Experience
A part-time specialized work and study program whereby students may work cooperatively with employers while pursuing academic studies. This parallel arrangement must be a planned, structured experience which enhances the student’s career interests and integrates hands-on experience in a chosen field. Students must register with the Office of Placement Service and Cooperative Education to secure the appropriate documentation and must have approval of their academic department. Students are required to participate in a work-site evaluative process and complete any assignments designated.
Hours:
0
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COOP 3000 - Cooperative Education Work Experience
A full-time specialized work and study program integrated with the student’s academic program and career interests. Before starting a work experience program, the student must meet eligibility requirements, must be registered with the Office of Placement Services and Cooperative Education, must have the appropriate documentation, and must have the approval of the sponsoring academic department. The student is required to participate in a work-site evaluative process and complete any assignments designated.
Hours:
0
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CRJU 1100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
This course is an overview of the criminal justice system, its history, philosophical background, constitutional limitations, and the processes for achieving its goals. Each of the major divisions (police, courts, and corrections) will be examined for its contributions, assumptions, and interrelations. Also included are the contemporary trends in the system on the local and national levels. Must pass with a grade of C or higher.
Hours:
3
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CRJU 2002 - Introduction to Law Enforcement
This course will introduce the student to issues and concepts associated with American policing. The purpose of the course is to discuss the characteristics and operational missions of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. Special emphasis is placed on historical influences and the conflicting roles with which the profession has struggled. Must pass with a grade of C or higher.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite CRJU 1100 with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CRJU 2003 - Technical Writing in Criminal Justice
This course allows students to write documents for professional and general audiences, research reports, and other reports and documents used in the field of criminal justice. Students will also focus on APA referencing and formatting and research in academic writing.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CRJU 1100 with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CRJU 2004 - Criminology
This course explores criminological theory and its policy implications from the late 18th century to the present. Emphasis is on social and social-psychological explanations of criminality. Students will also evaluate how crime is measured and the strengths and weaknesses of those measurements.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CRJU 1100 with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CRJU 3000 - Criminal Law
This course examines both the substantive criminal law and the procedures for its implementation. It will concentrate on the historical developments and contemporary forms of criminal definitions. This course will also deal with the more abstract concepts of responsibility and limitations on prosecutions.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CRJU 1100 with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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CRJU 3001 - Victims Issues in the Criminal Justice System
This course is an examination of the interrelationships between victims and offenders. Topics include patterns of victimization, both historically and demographically; the Victim’s Rights movement; victim programming; restorative justice; and the issues associated with governmental strategies for victim assistance and compensation will also be examined.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: CRJU 1100 with a grade of C or higher
Hours:
3
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