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CDS 537 - Early Field Experience
Credit(s): 1
P/NP. This course is required for students who do not already have experience in deaf education. Students observe a variety of local deaf education programs and assist and participate in classrooms for a minimum of 40 clock hours. SU, FA
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CDS 538 - Mid-level Field Experience
Credit(s): 1-3
This course provides students with experience working in center-based early intervention/early childhood deaf education or early childhood special education programs. SU, FA, SP
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CDS 539 - Family-Centered Field Experience
Credit(s): 1
This course provides students with experiences working with caregivers in the natural environments. The focus of intervention in this practicum is on the use of family-centered coaching practices. FA, SP
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CDS 540-546 - Advanced Clinic Practicum
Credit(s): 3
Supervised practicum in the Fontbonne University Speech and Language Clinic, hospital, clinic, and/or other off-campus practicum site. Permission required. May be repeated. FA, SP, SU
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CDS 547 - School-Based Practicum
Credit(s): 3
Supervised clinical practicum (student teaching) in a school setting. The student will be responsible for providing assessment, treatment, and case management of school age clients with speech, language, and hearing disorders under the supervision of a certified practicum site supervisor. Permission required. May be repeated. FA, SP, SU
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CDS 548 - Clinical Methods
Credit(s): 2
This course is a study of the basic principles and procedures used in assessing and treating communication disorders. Common principles and methods of assessment and treatment will be introduced. Considerations for cultural and linguistic differences will be addressed. Professional writing techniques and professional ethics will be discussed. Permission Required. The format for this course is blended; the majority of the classes will be online with some campus visits required. FA
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CDS 549 - Advanced Field Experience
Credit(s): 1
P/NP. This practicum will allow students to experience either center or natural environment service delivery in alternative ways such as out-of-town practicum, community service based research projects, or intensive observations. SU, FA, SP
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CDS 550 - Teaching Reading in Deaf Education
Credit(s): 2
A study of trends, curricular models, lesson planning, teaching strategies and assessment materials used in teaching reading and writing to children who are deaf/hard of hearing. Topics include storytelling, writing IEP objectives and identification and remediation of literacy problems including reading and writing. Course includes an overview of children’s literature for third credit hour.
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CDS 551 - Seminar and Field Experience in Literacy
Credit(s): 1
Students participate in supervised field experience in literacy programs for students who are deaf/hard of hearing and seminar sessions with the university supervisor. Seminar and field experience focus on assessment, planning instruction, and reflection on literacy development. SU
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CDS 552 - Counseling Issues in Communication Disorders
Credit(s): 3
Topics include an introduction to counseling theories, training in interviewing and interpersonal communication skills, and application of counseling theories to communication disorders. FA
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CDS 555 - Pediatric Audiology & Habilitation
Credit(s): 3-4
The study of the development of the auditory system; etiology of hearing loss in children; techniques for assessment of neonates through school-age children and difficult to test; interpretation of results. Use of assistive listening devices for young children and strategies for developing auditory skills in hearing aid and cochlear implant users. SU
Prerequisite(s): CDS 410 or course must be taken for 4 credit hours.
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CDS 556 - Auditory Technology and Cochlear Implants
Credit(s): 3
This course will present concentrated consideration of the latest advances in hearing aid technology, assistive listening/alerting, electrophysiological testing, cochlear implant technology, and central auditory processing. SP
Prerequisite(s): CDS 231 ; CDS 410 ; CDS 414 .
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CDS 558 - Audiology, Acoustics and the Role of the Teacher
Credit(s): 2
In this course students will study theories and techniques needed to provide accurate and appropriate information to parents, classroom teachers and other professionals regarding hearing loss, its impacts in learning environments, and assistive listening technology. The concepts and skills discussed will be useful for both the THI/TOD that has daily, direct access to an education/pediatric audiologist and the THI/TOD that is the primary person responsible for managing the student with hearing loss. FA
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CDS 559 - Culminating Clinical Experience and Seminar
Credit(s): 4
This course provides an overview of the theoretical foundations of teaching children with hearing loss and its application to the classroom. Students analyze and discuss educational theory and best practices in Listening and Spoken Language as well as the impact hearing loss has on student learning and outcomes. The primary goal for this class is to relate the curriculum content to the students’ field experiences. FA, SP
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CDS 560 - Clinical Research in Communication Disorders
Credit(s): 3
A student-designed and faculty-supervised research study of a particular aspect of communication disorders. Requires submission of a satisfactory research paper or master’s thesis. Must be arranged in prior semester and requires department approval. May be repeated. FA, SP, SU
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CDS 561 - Interprofessional Field Experience
Credit(s): 1
This course will prepare the student to analyze case studies of children with hearing loss in general educational settings. Students will demonstrate knowledge of interdisciplinary collaboration, analysis of learner needs with respect to spoken communication and access to the general education curriculum, various models of service delivery and assessing learner outcomes.
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CDS 562 - Mid-Level Field Experience
Credit(s): 3
This field experience course prepares students to develop and implement instruction in center-based deaf education programs outside of the United States. Field experiences are paired with professional seminar. FA, SP, SU
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CDS 563 - Culminating Field Experience
Credit(s): 1
This guided field experience course is required for students who are completing a degree program at a cohort site outside of the United States. Students observe and assist in programs serving children who are deaf/hard of hearing to identify the impact hearing loss has on communication development. Field experiences are paired with professional seminar. FA, SU
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CDS 565 - Directed Readings in Communication Disorders
Credit(s): 1-3
An independent study opportunity for students who wish to pursue a special area of study within the department. Independent studies will be granted by the department pending instructor availability. Students will be limited to one directed readings course during their graduate curriculum. FA, SP, SU
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CDS 566 - Language and Literacy in Learners “At Risk”
Credit(s): 3
This course is intended for graduate students in speech-language pathology, reading education, and special education. It will explore practical methods of assessment, supportive strategy development, and curricular adaptations for children who are “at risk” for learning difficulties in receptive and expressive language, reading, and written expression. SP, SU
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CDS 570 - Comprehensive Graduate Seminar in Communication Disorders
Credit(s): 1
Taken in the final two semesters of graduate study, this course helps the student develop a set of organizational skills that will facilitate the transition from graduate school to the profession of communication disorders. Topics covered will include: portfolio development, creation of a poster/technical session, ethics of the profession, writing a professional resume, developing job interview skills and other professional issues. FA, SP
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CDS 571 - Comprehensive Graduate Seminar in Early Intervention in Deaf Education
Credit(s): 1
This seminar helps the student develop a set of organization skills that will facilitate the transition from graduate school to the professions in deaf education. This course includes work on the portfolio required for the degree. Taken in final spring semester of program. SP
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CDS 572 - Collaborative Seminar in Augmentative Communication and Cochlear Implants
Credit(s): 1
This course will prepare the student to analyze case studies of complex learners who use augmentative communication and/or cochlear implants. Students will demonstrate knowledge of interdisciplinary collaboration, analysis of learner needs with respect to the general education curriculum, the use of technology to facilitate participation in the classroom, and methods of assessing learner outcomes. FA
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CDS 573 - Promoting Effective Learning
Credit(s): 2
P/NP. Explore topics in educational and cognitive psychology in order to promote effective teaching and learning. Students will address various philosophical questions to help clarify their own personal values as educators. Students will prepare for their professional practice by examining key features of Fontbonne’s teacher certification requirements. Students will receive a grade of P/NP. This course is required for students seeking initial certification. SU.
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CDS 577 - Clinical Aspects of Dysphagia
Credit(s): 3
This course provides an in-depth review of the anatomy, physiology, and neurology of the normal swallow and the disordered swallow (dysphagia) in adults and children secondary to neurological pathology, laryngeal trauma, oral/laryngeal cancer, and developmental problems. Current diagnostic and therapeutic techniques will be discussed as well as cultural and ethical decision making involved in managing diverse client needs. SP, SU
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CDS 580 - Practical Applications of Augmentative Communication Systems and Assistive Technology
Credit(s): 3
This course will familiarize the student with the principles of augmentative communication and assistive technology. The student will have the opportunity to acquire hands-on experience in the development and programming of augmentative communication systems and implementing assistive technology. SU, FA
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CDS 583 - Curriculum Development in Early Childhood Deaf Education
Credit(s): 3
Exploration, discussion, and implementation of strategies that will ensure a child’s individual objectives are met within an early childhood program. Emphasis will be on the use of tools that will assist in the development of speech, language, and cognition within the preschool curriculum. SU
Prerequisite(s): CDS 523 or undergraduate degree in deaf education.
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CDS 584 - Seminar and Practicum in Teaching Speech in Deaf Education
Credit(s): 2-3
This course includes a minimum of 30 clock hours of supervised practicum teaching speech in deaf education programs and a seminar on assessment, curriculum, and strategies for teaching speech. Course includes content on phonics for third credit hour. SP
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CDS 589 - Capstone Project
Credit(s): 3
This final semester capstone project course is the culmination of the student’s professional preparation as a deaf educator, integrating all of the key concepts and skills presented in the Deaf Education in Inclusive Settings course of study into a major thesis project. A final oral presentation to the faculty will demonstrate the candidate’s ability to operationalize theory, best practice, ethical decision making and knowledge of professional expectations. SU
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CDS 700 - Quantitative Research Methods and Strategies
Credit(s): 3
This course will focus on the main types of quantitative empirical research. Students will acquire stills interpreting research to inform clinical practice through critical analyses of published research. Specific areas include design and methodologies of sing case studies, pilot studies, randomized control trials and systematic reviews. Ethical application of research finding to various clinical and cultural populations will be discussed. FA
Prerequisite(s): Statistics
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COM 101 - Communication in Everyday Life
Credit(s): 3
In this introductory course, students will learn about core concepts and contexts of study in the field of Communication, critically consider the role of communication in their everyday lives, and develop and deliver formal speeches. Topics covered include communication in personal relationships, communication in the workplace, mediated communication, and informative and persuasive speaking. FA, SP, SU
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COM 102 - Public Speaking
Credit(s): 3
Acquaints the student with a sound approach to the preparation and delivery of informative and persuasive speeches. Students will study the fundamentals of organization, outlining, and supporting materials and apply these principles in the planning and delivery of several speeches before the class. Open to all students. FA, SP
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COM 110 - Dialogue Among Differences: Race
Credit(s): 3
Students will learn about, engage in, and practice facilitating dialogic communication practices. Students will explore how dialogic communication can help them to connect across racial identity differences, to gain insight into the ways that individual lives relate to larger systems of inequity, and to understand how relationships might serve as a starting point for personal and social change.
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COM 208 - Digital Publications Workshop
Credit(s): 1-3
Hands-on experience conceiving, producing, and editing content for digital publication. With a foundation in traditional journalistic and editorial skills and practices, this course also explores new publication formats, cycles, and structures within an increasingly “converged” media landscape. FA, SP
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COM 230 - Gender Communication
Credit(s): 3
Explores the relationship between human communication and issues of gender. Students will be encouraged to think seriously about how society defines gender and what that means for us on a personal level. Specific applications will include the family, the workplace, and relationships. The course will culminate with an individual project tailored to the student’s interest in gender communication. Even SP
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COM 240 - Intercultural Communication
Credit(s): 3
Focuses on communication that occurs between individuals who come from different cultural backgrounds. Students will be presented with a model for intercultural communication, which will serve as a theoretical foundation for the course. Particular emphasis will be placed on the understanding of cultural differences in an attempt to reduce communication barriers. SP
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COM 260 - Media, Technology, and Culture
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to theory and research focused on traditional and new media and communication technologies. Students will take a critical look at how media, technology and culture impact one another by exploring topics that can include media ideology and representation, media influence, globalization, digital divides, and new media activism. FA
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COM 280 - Social Media Communication
Credit(s): 3
A theoretical and practical study of social media communication with a focus on current platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter. Students will come to learn about and critically evaluate the role of social media in various communication contexts that may include relationships, politics, public relations, and journalism. Students will also practice employing social media communication toward specific goals. Even SP
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COM 295 - Persuasion
Credit(s): 3
This course will introduce students to persuasion theory and research. Students will examine the psychology behind persuasion, the ethics of persuasion, persuasive strategies and appeals, and how persuasion operates in a variety of contexts. During Presidential election years, this course may be offered as Political Persuasion. FA Even
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COM 299 - Message Analysis Strategies
Credit(s): 3
In this course students will learn how to critically analyze, interpret, and evaluate rhetorical messages in public discourse as well as to construct critical arguments about them. Students will learn to use a variety of rhetorical methods and perspectives to analyze the persuasive nature of communication artifacts such as songs, movies, advertisements, speeches, photographs, and public spaces. By reading works of rhetorical criticism, engaging in class discussion, and writing and presenting critical essays, students will consider the constructed nature of public discourse in a variety of contexts. FA Odd
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 ; ENG 102 .
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COM 300 - Advanced Interpersonal Communication
Credit(s): 3
Through the study of theory and research, students will take an in-depth look at interpersonal communication processes in personal relationships. Specifically, students will study relationship development, maintenance, change, and dissolution primarily in friendships, romantic relationships, and family relationships. Topics may include intimacy, rituals, conflict, violence, and social support. Odd SP
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COM 340 - Principles and Ethics of Strategic Communication
Credit(s): 3
Students will be introduced to theory, research, and ethics of strategic communication practice. Students will learn how to analyze audiences, develop strategic goals, and ethically produce strategic messages for public communication campaigns in contexts such as public relations, public health, public advocacy, politics, and advertising. Odd SP
Prerequisite(s): COM 295 .
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COM 350 - Organizational Communication
Credit(s): 3
Students will examine theory and research on organizational communication and consider how they relate to effective practice of communication in organizational settings as well as to the management of issues faced by organizations and workers today. Topics for this course may include organizational culture, group and team dynamics, conflict, leadership, diversity, and technology. FA
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COM 360 - Practicum in Strategic Communication
Credit(s): 1-6
An opportunity for students to work on campus in a supervised practicum. Students will apply current theoretical and practical knowledge to this work setting. Additionally, students will be required to submit a daily journal, comprehensive synthesis paper, and samples of work. Note: A student must work 40 hours per credit hour. FA, SP, SU
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status; permission of instructor; COM 340 . P/NP grading option only.
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COM 361 - Practicum in Communication
Credit(s): 1-6
An opportunity for students to work on campus in a supervised practicum outside of the field of public relations. Students will apply current theoretical and practical knowledge to this work setting. Additionally, students will be required to submit a daily journal, comprehensive synthesis paper, and samples of work. Note: A student must work 40 hours per credit hour. FA, SP, SU
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status and permission of instructor. P/NP grading option only.
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COM 371 - Advanced Professional Speaking
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to help students hone their oral communication skills for professional purposes. Students will learn strategies for professional communication in various contexts such as presenting data, pitching proposals, leading meetings, and interviewing. Students will develop speeches and presentations typical in their respective fields, learn to communicate clearly, creatively, and confidently, and practice using technology to enhance professional speaking. FA
Prerequisite(s): COM 101 or COM 102 .
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COM 390 - Research Strategies in Communication
Credit(s): 3
This course surveys various research methodologies and analytic strategies. Students will learn about and practice using qualitative and quantitative tools for communication inquiry which may include surveys, focus groups, interviews, web analytics, and discourse analysis. Students will learn how to best answer particular research questions that might arise in academic or professional settings in order to contribute to knowledge in the field, solve a problem, or inform communication strategy. FA
Prerequisite(s): Junior status.
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COM 408 - Digital Publication Management
Credit(s): 3
Hands-on experience leading, managing editorial workflow and processes, editing and coordinating the work of student writers, managing promotions for the publication, or other tasks. Students will also create original content for the publication. Application and permission required to register.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 208 or COM 208
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COM 430 - Argumentation, Advocacy, and Debate
Credit(s): 3
A study of the various formats and strategies of argument and their application to advocacy and debate. Students will consider how argumentation functions in the public sphere, particularly in public policy and advocacy. Students will develop argumentation skills through critique, writing, and classroom debate presentation. SP
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COM 450 - Internship in Strategic Communication
Credit(s): 1-6
A supervised off-campus internship providing the student with the opportunity to apply communication theory and skills in a work setting. The course also requires the student to submit a daily journal, comprehensive synthesis paper, and samples of work. The internship is cooperatively administered by an on-site supervisor and a faculty member. Note: A student must work 40 hours per credit hour. FA, SP, SU
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status; permission of the instructor; COM 340 . P/NP grading option only.
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COM 451 - Internship in Communication
Credit(s): 1-6
A supervised off-campus internship providing the student with the opportunity to apply communication theory and skills in a work setting outside of the field of public relations. The course also requires the student to submit a daily journal, comprehensive synthesis paper, and samples of work. The internship is cooperatively administered by an on-site supervisor and a faculty member. Note: A student must work 40 hours per credit hour. FA, SP, SU
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status; permission of the instructor. P/NP grading option only.
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COM 490 - Independent Study in Communication
Credit(s): 1-3
To be arranged according to student need and interest.
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COM 494 - Special Topics in Communication
Credit(s): 3
Allows students the opportunity to explore specialized areas of communication not included in the regular curriculum. Offered as needed
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COM 495 - Senior Seminar in Communication
Credit(s): 3
In this capstone experience, students design and complete in in-depth research project that has arisen out of their course of study in communication. The study may apply either a social scientific or rhetorical approach to a significant issue in the field of communication. A written paper and public presentation are required. Open only to senior communication studies majors. SP
Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor.
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CIS 100 - Computer Technology: Issues and Applications
Credit(s): 3
Provides an introduction to applications of information technology for non-computer science majors. The course covers general computer knowledge associated with computer history, hardware, software, operating systems, and computer networks. Students learn and/or reinforce skills related to word processing, spreadsheets, presentation and publishing tools as well as to emerging internet-based tools. Social and ethical issues related to technology are considered, such as piracy, viruses, and security issues. Course will include the development of an application project by the student. FA,SP, SU
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CIS 103 - Computer Technology: Applications for Educators
Credit(s): 3
Provides an introduction to the uses of technology in an educational setting. Emphasis of the course will be on integrating technology with classroom instruction. Students will learn skills related to word processing, spreadsheets and presentations as well as to evolving internet-based technologies. Promoting life-long learning and an understanding of the legal and ethical use of computer/technology resources will be an integral part of the course. FA, SP
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CIS 110 - Computer Applications: Spreadsheet
Credit(s): 3
Covers capabilities of Windows-based spreadsheet software. Presents spreadsheet terminology, basic commands, and features for data formatting, calculation, and creating tables and charts. Additional topics include building applications for data referencing, analysis and reports, advanced functions, and macros. Course will include development of a significant spreadsheet project by the student. FA, SP
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CIS 111 - Computer Applications: Database
Credit(s): 3
Covers the skills to design and implement a database as well as data entry, editing, and manipulation using Windows-based DBMS software. Includes applications of managing tables and files, using and creating queries, and designing forms and reports. Course will include development of a significant database project by the student. Offered as Needed.
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CIS 120 - Overview of Computer and Information Science
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to computer and information science. Covers issues associated with both hardware and software, such as computer history, computer terminology, algorithm development and analysis with an emphasis on flowcharting, pseudo code and design, basic number systems, data storage, data manipulation, operating systems, networks, and computer engineering. Additional topics include programming languages, software engineering, data structures, file structures, database systems, the Internet, and artificial intelligence. FA
Prerequisite(s): Grade of B or better in MTH 095 or competency in arithmetic and algebra.
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CIS 125 - Introduction to Cybersecurity and Cyber Crime and Policies
Credit(s): 3
Introduces students to the fields of cybercrime and security. Employs the cross-cutting concepts of confidentiality, integrity, authentication, and availability to model the security properties of a system. Covers issues associated with different types of controls employed to defend against threats and attacks that exploit vulnerabilities in the system. The course also covers cybercrime laws, quantitative and qualitative risk assessment and implementation of security policies. Practical cryptography, establishing identity, physical and organizational security, security of operating systems, computer networks, applications and other types of computer systems will also be introduced. SP.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MTH 115 .
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CIS 160 - Computer Science I
Credit(s): 4
Emphasis on programming in C and introduction to C++, including structural programming concepts, simple data types and structures, C and C++ syntax, operators, control structures secure coding skills. Lab exercises include techniques of coding, program design, and debugging. Students in this course who are majoring in mathematics, computer science, cybersecurity or management information science must earn grades of B- or better in this course to progress to CIS 161 and/or CIS 210 . FA
Prerequisite(s): Grade of B or better in MTH 095 or competency in arithmetic and algebra. For CS, Cybersecurity or MIS majors, CIS 120 is a pre- or co-requisite.
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CIS 161 - Computer Science II
Credit(s): 4
Continuation of Computer Science I, with extensive programming in C++ language and introduction to Java. Includes secure coding skills, string handling, file I/O, storage and static variables, structures, bitwise operations, and C++ library. Students in this course who are majoring in mathematics, computer science, cybersecurity or management information systems must earn grades of B- or better to progress to CIS 210 and above. SP
Prerequisite(s): CIS 120 and CIS 160 .
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CIS 200 - Scientific Computing Languages
Credit(s): 3
Covers an introduction to scripting languages and their applications to scientific data (currently Python programming language and the R-statistical analysis program will be taught). SP
Prerequisite(s): (MTH 125 or MTH 115 )
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CIS 210 - Object-Oriented Programming (Java)
Credit(s): 4
Introduction to concepts of abstract data type and inheritance. Topics include the fundamentals of object-oriented program design, secure coding skills, object-oriented programming using Java. Lab exercises include introductory to intermediate level software analysis and design. FA
Prerequisite(s): CIS 161 .
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CIS 215 - Database Fundamentals and Web Server Programming
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to server technology, database fundamentals and web server programming. Topics include system architecture, file servers, FTP servers, web servers, database servers with an emphasis on server installation and configuration as well as table design and management, creating and using queries and writing programs on the server to support a web site. FA Odd.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 160 and CIS 161 .
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CIS 250 - Algorithms and Data Structures
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to the principles of algorithm analysis, abstract data types covering stacks, queues, lists, trees and recursion, algorithms of sorting and searching. Additional topics include graph algorithms, text compression, dynamic programming, and randomized algorithms. SP
Prerequisite(s): CIS 210 .
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CIS 280 - Research in Computer Science
Credit(s): 1-3
Provides an opportunity for a student to conduct research on a topic of interest in computer science. Research will be conducted in a non-classroom, individualized environment utilizing the skills and knowledge obtained in computer science courses. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the department chair and instructor.
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CIS 281 - Research in Cybersecurity
Credit(s): 1-3
Provides an opportunity for a student to conduct research on a topic of interest in cybersecurity. Research will be conducted in a non-classroom, individualized environment utilizing the skills and knowledge obtained in cybersecurity courses. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the department chair and instructor.
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CIS 282 - Research in Management Information Systems
Credit(s): 1-3
Provides an opportunity for a student to conduct research on a topic of interest in management information systems. Research will be conducted in a non-classroom, individualized environment utilizing the skills and knowledge obtained in management information systems courses. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): consent of the department chair and instructor.
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CIS 284 - Internship in Computer Science
Credit(s): 1-3
Provides a supervised, off-campus, field-based experience, in computer science at an approved site specifically related to the career goals of the student. The purpose of the course is to integrate and apply academic knowledge and skills to the professional environment. Credits are determined by the number of hours that a student works at the internship site. Offered on P/F basis. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 161 .
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CIS 285 - Internship in Cybersecurity
Credit(s): 1-3
Provides a supervised, off-campus, field-based experience, in cybersecurity at an approved site specifically related to the career goals of the student. The purpose of the course is to integrate and apply academic knowledge and skills to the professional environment. Credits are determined by the number of hours that a student works at the internship site. Offered on P/F basis. Offered as needed
Prerequisite(s): CIS 161 and CIS 125 .
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CIS 286 - Internship in Management Information Systems
Credit(s): 1-3
Provides a supervised, off-campus, field-based experience, in management information systems, at an approved site specifically related to the career goals of the student. The purpose of the course is to integrate and apply academic knowledge and skills to the professional environment. Credits are determined by the number of hours that a student works at the internship site. Offered on P/F basis. Offered as needed
Prerequisite(s): CIS 161
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CIS 288 - Portfolio A
Credit(s): 0
Portfolio A requires the student to submit artifacts from three specific courses required for the majors in Computer Science, Cyber security and Management Information Systems, along with other specified items. The specific courses are listed in the current catalog. Successful submission of Portfolio A as well as a minimum GPA of 2.5 are both required for major approval. FA, SP, SU
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CIS 290 - IT Project Management
Credit(s): 2
Provides the student with the knowledge of how to create, organize, and execute a plan in order to achieve IT business objectives. This course will present management ideas, terms, strategies and best practices for the IT environment. The emphases of this course will be on planning, communicating and achieving stated IT business goals. SP
Prerequisite(s): CIS 161 or CIS 210 or CIS 200
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CIS 293 - Topics in the Business Computing Environment
Credit(s): 3
Course addresses topics of current interest in the business computing environment. Offered as needed.
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CIS 300 - Modeling and Numerical Approximation
Credit(s): 3
Principles of model construction with selected case studies from various fields. Also, techniques of numerical approximation. SP (Odd)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 160 and MTH 150 .
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CIS 310 - Computer Architecture and Assembly Language
Credit(s): 3
Topics covering theoretical aspects and concepts of hardware and computer systems including logic gates, combinational and sequential circuits, memory and registers, control logic design, instructions and addressing. Teaches programming in one assembly language. FA (Even)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 161 and (CIS 120 or MTH 120 ).
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CIS 315 - Advanced Server-side Programming
Credit(s): 3
This course teaches the advanced techniques of server-side programming over the Internet. Topics include using session control, accessing back-end database servers, E-commerce security issues, interacting with file systems, implementing secure transactions, and using network and protocol functions. SP
Prerequisite(s): CIS 215 .
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CIS 330 - Database Management Systems
Credit(s): 3
Provide comprehensive data management and integrity, database design and evaluation, query design and evaluation, and web interfacing. Students will learn all the steps from data modeling (ER diagrams) to table generation and linking to accessing and querying using SQL to enhance data availability. FA
Prerequisite(s): CIS 161 .
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CIS 340 - Concepts of Telecommunications and Networking
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to the principles and practice of data communication and computer networking. Topics include the theoretical aspects of various methods, media, protocols, data compression, and security in telecommunication. Also includes lab exercises of network and remote access configuration and data exchange. FA (Odd)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 161 and (CIS 120 or MTH 120 and (MTH 115 as corequisite or prerequisite).
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CIS 355 - Principles of Operating Systems
Credit(s): 3
Topics cover the theoretical aspects and concepts of operating systems including system structures, scheduling, concurrent processes and deadlock handling, storage and file management, system protection and security. Also includes lab exercises in UNIX system configuration. SP
Prerequisite(s): CIS 161 , CIS 120 or MTH 120 .
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CIS 356 - Operating System Security and Administration
Credit(s): 3
Covers fundamental knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems administration and security with an emphasis on operating system installation, configuration, administration, and system confidentiality and availability. Topics include operating system setup, user account control, file system protection, activity logging, system call auditing, address space management, and intrusion detections. SP
Prerequisite(s): CIS 120 , CIS 125 and CIS 161 . Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CIS 355
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CIS 380 - Web Development Security
Credit(s): 3
Covers web development security with an emphasis on the fundamental principles of security in web applications. Topics include web browser security, server-side web application security and web database security. The cross-cutting concepts which are emphasized in this course will be confidentiality, integrity, availability, risk, and adversarial thinking. FA (Even)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 120 , CIS 125 and CIS 215
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CIS 394 - Topics in Computer Science
Credit(s): 1-4
Course generated by the department to supplement regular course listings. Addresses topics in computer science. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 250 and (Junior/senior status or consent of instructor).
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CIS 395 - Topics in Cybersecurity
Credit(s): 1-4
Course generated by the department to supplement regular course listings. Addresses topics in cybersecurity. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 250 and (Junior/senior status or consent of instructor).
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CIS 396 - Topics in Management Information Systems
Credit(s): 1-4
Course generated by the department to supplement regular course listings. Addresses topics in management information systems. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 210 (Junior/senior status or consent of instructor).
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CIS 400 - Information Technology Audit
Credit(s): 3
Covers core concepts of auditing information technology and general controls and provides a necessary basis for pursuing roles in IT Audit and public accounting IT internships. SP
Prerequisite(s): MTH 115 and CIS 125 and CIS 330 and one of the following: CIS 161 , CIS 210 , CIS 200
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CIS 405 - Principles of Cryptography
Credit(s): 3
Cross-listed with: CIS 405 is cross-listed with CIS 535 . To distinguish CIS 535 from CIS 405 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned.
Includes the fundamentals of cryptography including the concept of obscuring functions, cryptographic techniques, types of ciphers, proper uses of ciphers, ethical uses of cryptography and decryption practices. Topics also include randomness, polymorphism and current trends in cryptography. Students will learn how to use cryptographic techniques to master the cross-cutting cybersecurity concepts of confidentiality and integrity in system design. They will also learn how to think like and adversary when analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of cryptographic algorithms. FA (Even).
Prerequisite(s): CIS 125 , CIS 161 and MTH 120 .
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CIS 415 - Server Security and Maintenance/Troubleshooting
Credit(s): 3
Covers the security principles and practices used to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of different types of servers, such as file serve, database server, web server, Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) server, mail server and Domain Name server (DNS). Server installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting will be studied. FA (Even)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 120 , CIS 125 and CIS 356
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CIS 421 - Compiling Theory and Programming Languages
Credit(s): 3
Comparative study of programming languages and concepts such as grammars and parse trees, interpretation and compilation, and generation of optimal code. A number of programming languages will be studied relative to their history, design implementation, and evaluation. SP (Even)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 250 and (CIS 120 or MTH 120 ).
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CIS 425 - Digital Forensics and Analysis
Credit(s): 3
Cross-listed with: CIS 425 is cross-listed with CIS 525 . To distinguish CIS 525 from CIS 425 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned.
Covers the technical and legal issues facing digital forensic examiners. Students will learn effective and appropriate forensic response strategies to support cybercrime investigative efforts, and to assess and manage risks. The focus is on acquiring the skills needed to identify and collect potentially harmful digital evidence from computers and mobile devices, to analyze that evidence using chain of custody methods and to report forensic findings. FA (Odd)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 125 and CIS 356 .
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CIS 432 - Ethical Hacking
Credit(s): 3
Cross-listed with: CIS 432 is cross-listed with CIS 591 . To distinguish CIS 591 from CIS 432 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned.
This course introduces the tools and techniques associated with the cybersecurity practice known as ethical hacking or penetration testing. The course covers not only laws and regulations, but also the steps in penetration testing such as planning, scanning, exploiting, and result reporting. Students are taught how system vulnerabilities are discovered and exploited. They will also learn how to avoid vulnerabilities and how to react and defend if they do occur as well as how to design controls to prevent future attacks in real-life situations. Other topics include: system, wireless, web, and database hacking; penetration testing methods and tools. The course is designed to provide a rich learning experience to students through the use of hands-on exercises and discussions on the course material. The cross-cutting concepts which are emphasized in this course will be: risk, and adversarial thinking. SP (Odd)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 125 and CIS 161 . Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CIS 356.
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CIS 435 - Big Data Analysis and Visualization
Credit(s): 3
Cross-listed with: CIS 435 is cross-listed with CIS 557 . To distinguish CIS 557 from CIS 435 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned.
Provides a survey of the concepts and skills associated with data analytics and visualization. The course will focus on probability sampling and complex survey data collection methods used to analyze and visualize data collected in statistical surveys. Mobile, online and multi-mode surveys will be the sources of the data collection process. Application areas such as marketing and social engineering will be studied, along with the ethical considerations one must keep in mind when interpreting data. CIS 435 is cross-listed with CIS 557 . To distinguish CIS 557 from CIS 435 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned. SP Odd.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 200 and MTH 325 (or co-requisite).
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CIS 437 - Secure Coding in Cloud Environments
Credit(s): 3
Cross-listed with: CIS 437 is cross-listed with CIS 537 . To distinguish CIS 437 from CIS 537 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned.
Introduces topics of cloud computing and covers core distributed systems concepts used inside clouds. Using on the popular cloud provider platforms the course employs hands-on activities to cover computing fundamentals, creating of cloud instances, web services and elastic storage, networking, databases and virtualization. Security issues and best practices in each of these cloud components are discussed. As a culmination of the course, the students build and deploy a working cloud application that combines all the aspects covered in the course. CIS 437 is cross-listed with CIS 537 . To distinguish CIS 437 from CIS 537 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned. SP Even.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 215
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CIS 445 - Network Security and Management
Credit(s): 3
Cross-listed with: CIS 445 is cross-listed with CIS 530 . To distinguish CIS 530 from CIS 445 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned.
Covers network security and management with an emphasis on computer network security, implementation, and management. Topics include network core devices (such as routers and switches) setup, configuration, maintenance, security, and firewall management. The cross-cutting concepts which are emphasized in this course will be: confidentiality, integrity, availability, and risk. FA Odd.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 120 and CIS 125 . CIS 340 is a pre- or co-requisite.
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CIS 451 - .NET Programming Environment
Credit(s): 3
Cross-listed with: CIS 451 is cross-listed with CIS 570 . To distinguish CIS 570 from CIS 451 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned.
Covers advanced topics of the Microsoft .NET framework, C# programming language, GUI application development, multithread programming, file processing and regular expressions. CIS 451 is cross-listed with CIS 570 . To distinguish CIS 570 from CIS 451 additional or differentiated assessments and/or assignments appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned. SP Even.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 210
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CIS 455 - Machine Learning I
Credit(s): 3
Cross-listed with: CIS 455 and CIS 555 are cross-listed. To distinguish CIS 455 from CIS 555 additional or differentiated assessments and/or appropriate to the graduate level will be assigned.
Covers data analysis methods to recognize trends and patterns of big data. The emphasis will be on classification, regression and model fitting. Application areas such as healthcare, finance, game playing, marketing and internet fraud detection will be studied. FA (Odd)
Prerequisite(s): MTH 115 and CIS 200 .
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CIS 460 - Artificial Intelligence
Credit(s): 3
A survey of concepts, techniques, and applications of AI, including knowledge abstraction and representation, knowledge-based systems, heuristic searching, natural language understanding, machine learning, and automated reasoning. Use of LISP or PROLOG, or other appropriate language, to develop a substantial project in expert systems is required. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 250 or consent of the instructor.
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CIS 465 - Robotics
Credit(s): 3
Introduces students to the basics of modeling, design, planning, programming and control of robot systems. Topics include an exploration of the principles and algorithms for computation in the physical world, kinematics, geometric reasoning, motion planning, behavior-based artificial intelligence and some philosophical questions pertaining to the nature of intelligence in the physical world. FA (Even)
Prerequisite(s): CIS 210 , CIS 250 , MTH 151
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