CDA-COMPUTER DESIGN

CDA 3100 Microprocessor Systems . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introductory microprocessor-based computers, including basic microprocessor architecture, machine language programming, I/O support chips and an introduction to assembler language programming. Prerequisite: COP xxxx (Any course in programming).

CDA 3101 Introduction to Computer Organization . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Organization of computing systems. Logical basis of computer structure. Machine representation of instructions and data, flow of control, and basic machine instructions. Assembly language programming. Prerequisite: CIS 3020; MAC 2311 (CS/CE/EE majors) or MAC 2233 (CIS majors); CDA 3100 (CS/CIS majors) or EEL 3701C (EE/CE majors). NOTE: EEL 3701C is required for joint UF/UWF Engineering Programs. CDA 3100 is required for UWF Computer Science majors.

CDA 6158 Advanced Computer Architecture . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
An analysis of the design of modern computer systems including pipelining, array processors, memory hierarchies with caching, bus control and I/O control. Discussion of alternate architectures: tightly and loosely coupled multiple processor systems, single- and multiple-instruction streams. Distributed systems. Illustrations using existing micro, mini, mainframe and parallel computers. Prerequisite: CDA 3101.

CDA 6930 Advanced Topics in Computer Design and Architecture . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Selected topics in computer design and architecture. Prerequisites will vary according to specific subject material to be covered.

CEN-COMPUTER ENGINEERING

CEN 3031 Introduction to Software Engineering . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Software planning, specifications, coding, testing and maintenance. Students gain experience in the team approach to large system development. Prerequisite: COP 3530, CIS 3512 (CS/CIS majors) or ENC 3240 (CE/EE majors).

CEN 4400 Introduction to Operations Research . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduction to methodology and mathematical techniques of operations research, a scientific approach to problem solving and decision-making for executive management. Topics include linear programming, inventory theory, queuing theory, simulation and PERT-CPM, with emphasis on computer application. Some experience with computer programming is required. Prerequisite: MAC 2233 and STA 2023.

CEN 4516 Computer Networks . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Theories and techniques to address the increasing demand for digital communications between computers and users are investigated. An analysis of the state of the practice design and configuration schemes is performed. Among these are protocol standards, major transmission components, public and private carriers, management are engineering concerns, data security, error control, and network topologies. The International Standards Organization's Open Systems Interface (OSI) model will be used as the discussion platform, although other models will also be discussed. Prerequisite: CDA 3100 and COP 4601.

CEN 5406 Computer Simulation and Modeling . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Application of discrete event system simulation to the solution of complex problems. Techniques of modeling real world events through probability and logic. Mathematical basis for random variable generation and statistical analysis of model reliability. Comparison and application of several simulation languages as well as simulating events using typical computer languages. Statistics and any programming language required.

CEN 5720 Computer Human Interface . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Fundamental theory and practice of the design, implementation, and evaluation of human computer interfaces. Topics include: principles of design; methods for evaluating interfaces, with and without user involvement; techniques for prototyping and implementing graphical user interfaces. Prerequisite: COP 4601.

CEN 6015 Software Engineering Project . . . . . . 1-6(VARIABLE)
Capstone course in the graduate program. Students assume managerial and technical roles in ongoing software engineering projects. Projects usually involve developing or maintaining a modest-sized software system while following a defined process. The content varies from year to year depending on the project. Normally, students take this course for 3 sh in each of two consecutive semesters for a total of 6 sh. Permission of instructor required. Prerequisite: CEN 6055, CEN 6064, CEN 6070, CEN 6075.

CEN 6055 Software Engineering Management . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Management of software engineering projects and organizations. Focuses on improving the maturity of the engineering process used for developing and maintaining software, and on techniques for the management of a complete and maintainable software configuration. Admission into the computer science master's program and permission of instructor are required. Prerequisite: CEN 3031.

CEN 6064 Software Design . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Examination of the design principles/methodologies appropriate for developing complex software systems. Goals include comparative analysis of existing design methods, object-based design paradigms, and the extensions of modern design techniques and principles to the design of software with distributed implementations in mind. Prerequisite: CEN 3031, COP 3530, COT 3100, COP 4601.

CEN 6070 Software Testing and Verification . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Fast-paced introduction to the main concepts and methods used to produce correct software. Focuses on software quality assurance through systematic software testing. Students learn to create test sets that exercise software to specified coverage standards and to conduct software inspections. Other verification and validation methods selected by the instructor are also introduced. Prerequisite: COT 3100, COP 3530, CEN 3031 and COP 4601.

CEN 6075 Software Specification and Validation . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Intensive study of the concepts and importance of the software specification as an essential stage in the development of a software product. Students learn to prepare software specifications using both formal specification techniques and informal text-based specifications that follow a standard model. Prerequisite: COT 3100, COP 3530, CEN 3031.

CEN 6520 Advanced Computer Networks . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Builds on topics introduced in the undergraduate computer networks course and investigates more advanced concepts. Topics to be addressed include Local Area Networks (LANs), review of Local Area Networks (LANs), Protocols, TCP/IP Suite and Data Networks. Overview of Probability and Stochastic Processes, Queuing Analysis and Self-Similar Traffic, High Speed LANs, Link Level Flow and Error Control, Transport Level Traffic Control, Traffic Management and Congestion, Routing and Switching. Wireless and Mobile Communications, Network Security and Gigabit Ethernet. Prerequisite: CEN 4516; STA 4321 or STA 2023; and MAC 2233.

CEN 6930 Advanced Topics in Computer Software and Engineering . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Selected topics in computer software and engineering. Prerequisites will vary according to specific subject material to be covered.

CGN-CIVIL ENGINEERING

CGN 4034 Engineering Professionalism and Ethics . . . . . . 1(1,0,0)
Provides students with an interactive study of ethical theory and the development of professionalism. Students review case studies of ethical conflicts in engineering practice. Course covers engineering codes of ethics and requires students to resolve theoretical situations through application of ethical codes. Junior standing is required.

CGS-COMPUTERS, GENERAL

CGS 2XXX Programming Using C++ for Non-Majors . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduction to computers and algorithms. Programming in a high level language. Topics include structured programming techniques, procedural and data abstraction. Students will learn the fundamentals of developing coherent, expressive programs. May not be taken for credit by CS/CIS majors.

CGS 2570 Microcomputer Application Packages . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Examination of and practical experience with current popular microcomputer application packages. Students typically learn to use word processing, spreadsheet, web page design, and database software. Required for CIS majors. May not be taken for credit by CS majors.

CGS 2580 Desktop Publishing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Illustrates the principles of desktop publishing and produces documents that demonstrate most of the features of desktop publishing. The standard project course sequence will begin with page layout, composition, and finish with the production of a document. May not be taken for credit by CS/CIS majors. Prerequisite: CGS 2570 or equivalent.

CGS 2948 Service Learning Field Study I . . . . . . 1-3(VARIABLE)
Placement in community agency or other social organizational setting related to field of study. Supervision by faculty and agency. Students and faculty "customize" courses to fit a full range of services that are available in the setting. Student must be able to draw correlation between the discipline and field study. Journal and reflective experience paper are required. With the agreement of the student's faculty sponsor, a minimum of 6-8 hours per week must be done at the field site per semester hour of credit. Permission of instructor is required.

CGS 3XXX Computer Technology . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Examines the computer hardware and operating system principles of the typical personal computer system. Emphasis is placed on current operating systems, processors, peripheral devices, networks, the Internet and World Wide Web, and other resources. Designed for non-Computer Science majors who have taken one or more hands-on computer science or programming courses. May not be taken for credit by CS/CIS majors. An introductory computer applications or programming course is required prior to taking this course.

CGS 3025 Science of Computing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Provides a rigorous overview of the field of computer science, including an in-depth examination of key issues and concepts inherent in the discipline of computing: computer architecture, algorithms, problem solving, the human/machine interface, software engineering, database concepts, artificial intelligence, theory of computation, and the social and ethical context in which the field of computing exists. An introductory programming course (COP 2xxx) and junior standing (with completion of Gordon Rule mathematics requirements).

CGS 3063 Computer Ethics and Society . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Examines a host of serious legal and ethical controversies emerging from the new technology based, information age society by the application of basic ethical principles. Emphasis will be placed on case studies and hypothetical situations examining computing issues such as hacking, security, encryption, and the design of safety critical systems. Existing standards and professional codes of ethics (IEEE, ACM, etc.) will also be examined. May not be taken for credit by CS/CIS majors. Junior standing (with completion of Gordon Rule communications and mathematics requirements) is required.

CGS 3464 Programming Using Visual Basic for Non-Majors . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
An introductory course in programming Incorporates the basic concepts of programming, programming logic, problem solving, as well as the design features of a visual, event driven language. Students will use a visual interface to acquire skills of programming useful applications. Assumes no prior computer knowledge. May not be taken for credit by CS/CIS majors.

CGS 3523 Computer Graphics Applications . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduces the student to concepts of computer graphics applications, including graphics capabilities of text processing systems, paint programs, scanning and digitizing, photo enhancing, 2 and 3 dimensional systems, video and animation and internet based resources with applications and demos of a variety of software packages. May not be taken for credit by CS/CIS majors.

CGS 3559 Exploring the Internet . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduces the student to the Internet, using the Internet itself as the main source of information. Tools, including World Wide Web (www) browsers, mail programs and other electronic devices will be presented and used. At the end of the course the student should be able to recognize the extent, capabilities, advantages, and problem involving the internet. May not be taken for credit by CS/CIS majors.

CGS 3823 Web Page Design . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduces techniques that will help ensure that students know how to create web sites that are flexible, scalable, and ready to take full advantage of the WWW. Students will learn how to use FTP, HTML tags, and understand how Web servers are used to display their web pages. Requires research and project development. Designed for non-computer science majors who have taken one or more hands-on computer science or programming courses and have completed one or more writing and mathematics courses from the general education curriculum. May not be taken for credit by CS/CIS majors. An introductory computer applications or computer programming course is required prior to taking this course.

CGS 3875 Multimedia Systems . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduces the student to concepts of multimedia including hypermedia, presentation graphics, text based systems, graphics, sound, video, virtual reality and Internet based resources with applications and demos of a variety of software packages. Multimedia technology hardware and trends are discussed. Requires research and project development. Designed for non Computer Science majors who have taken one or more hands-on computer science or programming courses and have completed one or more writing and mathematics courses from the general education curriculum. May not be taken for credit by CS/CIS majors. An introductory computer applications or computer programming course is required prior to taking this course.

CGS 3948 Service Learning Field Study II . . . . . . 1-3(VARIABLE)
Placement in community agency or other social organizational setting related to field of study. Supervision by faculty and agency. Students and faculty "customize" courses to fit a full range of services that are available in the setting. Student must be able to draw correlation between the discipline and field study. Journal and reflective experience paper are required. With the agreement of the student's faculty sponsor, a minimum of 6-8 hours per week must be done at the field site per semester hour of credit. Permission of instructor is required.

CHM-CHEMISTRY, GENERAL

CHM 1020 Concepts in Chemistry . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduces the nonscientist to current and critical issues in chemistry. Readings from popular science publications. Discussion on topics such as polymers, radioactivity, toxic chemicals, energy, etc. Registration for the corresponding lab is encouraged but not required. (General Studies Course: NS/LEC)

CHM 1020L Concepts in Chemistry Lab . . . . . . 1(0,3,0)
Introduction to laboratory safety, experimental techniques. Laboratory experiments on polymers, radioactivity, toxic chemicals, energy, etc. Material and supply fees will be assessed. (General Studies Course: NS/LAB) Prerequisite: CHM 1020. Corequisite: CHM 1020.

CHM 1025 Basic Chemistry . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Basic chemistry and problem solving for students whose background in mathematics and basic science is deficient. Designed to prepare students for CHM 2045.

CHM 1032 Fundamentals of General Chemistry . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
A one semester course presenting an introduction to the principles of general chemistry. Designed for students majoring in sciences other than biology and chemistry. Cannot be used to satisfy major requirements in chemistry or biology. (General Studies Course: NS/LEC)

CHM 1032L Fundamentals of General Chemistry Laboratory . . . . . . 1(0,3,0)
Laboratory experiences illustrating the fundamental principles of CHM 1032. Students taking CHM 1032 concurrently are required to withdraw from CHM 1032L if they withdraw from CHM 1032. (General Studies Course: NS/LAB) Prerequisite: CHM 1032.  Corequisite: CHM 1032.

CHM 2045 General Chemistry I . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Chemical and physical properties, relationship between observables and concepts and the development of a theoretical framework. Topics will include atomic and molecular structure, theories of bonding, properties of the elements and periodicity. (General Studies Course: NS/LEC) Prerequisite: MAC 1105.

CHM 2045L General Chemistry I Laboratory . . . . . . 1(0,4,0)
Introduction to laboratory safety, experimental techniques, graphing of data, chemical reactivity and separations, calorimetry and volumetric analysis. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Students taking CHM 2045 concurrently are required to withdraw from CHM 2045L if they withdraw from CHM 2045. (General Studies Course: NS/LAB) Prerequisite: CHM 2045. Corequisite: CHM 2045.

CHM 2046 General Chemistry II . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Continuation of CHM 2045 with emphasis on chemical calculations and problem solving. Topics include thermodynamics, equilibria, kinetics and an introduction to transition metal complexes. (General Studies Course: NS/LEC) Prerequisite: CHM 2045, CHM 2045L.

CHM 2046L General Chemistry II Laboratory . . . . . . 1(0,4,0)
Experiments based on colligative properties, qualitative analysis, solution equilibria, kinetics, electrochemistry, radioactivity and synthesis. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Students taking CHM 2046 concurrently are required to withdraw from CHM 2046L if they withdraw from CHM 2046. (General Studies Course: NS/LAB) Prerequisite: CHM 2045L, CHM 2046. Corequisite: CHM 2046.

CHM 2200 Fundamentals of Organic and Biochemistry . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Terminal course in organic chemistry with biochemical applications. Nomenclature, reactions of functional groups, introduction to biochemistry. Cannot be used to satisfy major requirement in chemistry or biology. Prerequisite: CHM 1032.

CHM 2200L Fundamentals of Organic and Biochemistry Laboratory . . . . . . 1(0,3,0)
Introduction to laboratory techniques in Organic and Biochemistry. Isolation purification and synthesis, carbohydrates, amino acids, peptids and isoprenoids. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Students taking CHM 3300 concurrently are required to withdraw from CHM 2200L if they withdraw from CHM 2200. Prerequisite: CHM 2200. Corequisite: CHM 2200.

CHM 2210 Organic Chemistry I . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Nomenclature, structure, fundamental reactions, mechanistic interpretation of reactions, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: CHM 2046 and CHM 2046L.

CHM 2210L Organic Chemistry I Laboratory . . . . . . 1(0,4,0)
Introduction to laboratory techniques in Organic Chemistry. Isolation, purification, and synthesis. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Students taking CHM 2210 concurrently are required to withdraw from CHM 2210L if they withdraw from CHM 2210.  Prerequisite: CHM 2210. Corequisite: CHM 2210.

CHM 2211 Organic Chemistry II . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Nucleophilic and electrophilic substitution reactions, additions, eliminations, redox and rearrangement reactions, carbohydrates, amino acids, peptides, isoprenoids. Prerequisite: CHM 2210, CHM 2210L.

CHM 2211L Organic Chemistry II Lab . . . . . . 1(0,4,0)
Multistep synthesis, separation of mixtures, identification of unknown organic compounds by classical and spectroscopic techniques. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Students taking CHM 2211 concurrently are required to withdraw from CHM 2211L if they withdraw from CHM 2211. Prerequisite: CHM 2210L, CHM 2211. Corequisite: CHM 2211.

CHM 2948 Service Learning Field Study I . . . . . . 1-3(VARIABLE)
Placement in community agency or other social organizational setting related to field of study. Supervision by faculty and agency. Students and faculty "customize" courses to fit a full range of services that are available in the setting. Student must be able to draw correlation between the discipline and field study. Journal and reflective experience paper are required. With the agreement of the student's faculty sponsor, a minimum of 6-8 hours per week must be done at the field site per semester hour of credit. Permission of instructor is required.

CHM 3120 Analytical Chemistry . . . . . . 4(3,3,0)
Fundamentals of quantitative chemical analysis; introduction to modern techniques. Material and supply fee will be assessed for corresponding lab. 8 sh of general chemistry required. Prerequisite: CHM 2045 and CHM 2046 or equivalent. Corequisite: CHM 3120L.

CHM 3230 Organic Chemistry III: Structure . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
First of two courses designed to review and enhance the knowledge of organic chemistry. This course focuses on problems of structure and structure determination. 8 sh of organic chemistry required. Prerequisite: CHM 2210 and CHM 2211 or equivalent.

CHM 3410 Physical Chemistry I . . . . . . 4(4,0,0)
Properties of gases, kinetic theory, chemical thermodynamics, heterogeneous equilibria, electrochemistry. Prerequisite: CHM 2211, CHM 2211L, MAC 2312, PHY 2049, PHY 2049L or equivalent.

CHM 3411 Physical Chemistry II . . . . . . 4(4,0,0)
Atomic, molecular structure, spectroscopy, introduction to quantum theory and statistical mechanics. Prerequisite: CHM 3410.

CHM 3610 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Atomic properties and periodicity, symmetry and group theory, bonding theories, molecular structure, acid-base, coordination compounds. Prerequisite: CHM 2210, CHM 3410. Corequisite: CHM 3411.

CHM 3740L Experimental Chemistry I: Structure . . . . . . 2(0,6,0)
Experimental work in both classical and spectroscopic techniques for structure determination. Exposure to problems from organic and inorganic chemistry. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Corequisite: CHM 3230.

CHM 3741L Experimental Chemistry II: Physical Measurements . . . . . . 2(0,6,0)
Experiments with emphases on equilibria, kinetics and spectroscopy. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Corequisite: CHM 3411.

CHM 3948 Service Learning Field Study II . . . . . . 1-3(VARIABLE)
Placement in community agency or other social organizational setting related to field of study. Supervision by faculty and agency. Students and faculty "customize" courses to fit a full range of services that are available in the setting. Student must be able to draw correlation between the discipline and field study. Journal and reflective experience paper are required. With the agreement of the student's faculty sponsor, a minimum of 6-8 hours per week must be done at the field site per semester hour of credit. Permission of instructor is required.

CHM 3949 Cooperative Education . . . . . . 1-2(VARIABLE)
Alternating full-time consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field. Reinforcing academic preparation; confirming educational and career goals; personal and professional development; early start in career; earnings toward self-support; improved employability. (See program description under Cooperative Education). Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Permission of director of Cooperative Education is required.

CHM 4130 Instrumental Analysis . . . . . . 4(3,4,0)
Physico-chemical methods of chemical analysis. Required lab. Material and supply fee will be assessed for corresponding lab. Prerequisite: CHM 3411. Corequisite: CHM 4130L.

CHM 4220 Organic IV: Reactions . . . . . . 2(2,0,0)
Types of organic reactions and their mechanisms based on a knowledge of organic structure. Methods for determination of reaction mechanisms. Prerequisite: CHM 3230 and CHM 4441.

CHM 4441 Chemical Kinetics . . . . . . 1(1,0,0)
Empirical and theoretical treatment of chemical reaction rates. Prerequisite: CHM 3411

CHM 4611 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry . . . . . . 2(2,0,0)
The structure, reactivity, kinetics and reaction mechanisms of inorganic and organometallic compounds. Prerequisite: CHM 3610 and CHM 4441.

CHM 4742L Experimental Chemistry III: Synthesis . . . . . . 2(0,6,0)
Synthesis and characterization of inorganic, organometallic and organic compounds. Material and supply fee will be assessed. Prerequisite: CHM 3230, CHM 3610.

CHM 4949 Cooperative Education . . . . . . 0(VARIABLE)
Alternating full-time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field. Reinforcing academic preparation; confirming educational and career goals; personal and professional development; early start in career; earnings toward self-support; improved employability. (See program description under Cooperative Education). Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Must be a master level student and permission of director of Cooperative Education is required.

CHS-CHEMISTRY, SPECIALIZATION

CHS 4100 Radiochemical Techniques . . . . . . 4(3,4,0)
Introduction to the properties and reactions of atomic nuclei and the application of radioisotopes to chemistry and biology. Material and supply fee will be assessed for corresponding lab. 8 sh of general chemistry and general physics is required prior to this course. Corequisite: CHS 4100L.

CIS-COMPUTER INFORMATION

CIS 3020 Introduction to CIS . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduction to computers and algorithms. Programming in a high level language. Topics include procedural abstraction, data abstraction, and structured/object oriented programming techniques, recursion and manipulating dynamic memory. Students will learn the fundamentals of developing coherent, expressive programs MAC 2233 is CIS majors, MAC 2311 is for CS/CE/EE majors. Prerequisite: MAC 2233 or MAC 2311.

CIS 3512 System Documentation . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduces the student to oral and written communication skills required for effective system development. Includes exercises to aid in the understanding and documenting of user requirements, peer review sessions to better understand collaborative work sessions, and CASE tools and CSCW (computer supported cooperative work) software to develop skills in group-oriented project activities and report writing. Any programming language is required prior to this course. (Gordon Rule Course: Wrtg)

CIS 3949 Cooperative Education . . . . . . 1-2(VARIABLE)
Alternating full-time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field. Reinforcing academic preparation; confirming educational and career goals; personal and professional development; early start in career; earnings toward self-support; improved employability. (See program description under Cooperative Education). Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Permission of director of Cooperative Education is required.

CIS 4327 Systems Project . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Familiarizes student with the methodology (technical, economical and managerial) necessary to design practical systems. Every student, working in a team, undertakes a selected project under the guidance of the instructor and develops a software system for an outside client. Each team presents their results at important milestones throughout the course as the system evolves. Prerequisite: CEN 3031 and COP 4710.

CIS 4949 Cooperative Education . . . . . . 0(VARIABLE)
Alternating full-time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field. Reinforcing academic preparation; confirming educational and career goals; personal and professional development; early start in career; earnings toward self-support; improved employability. (See program description under Cooperative Education). Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Must be a master level student and permission of director of Cooperative Education is required.

CIS 5345 Information Storage and Retrieval . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Study of machine-based information storage and retrieval systems. Cognitive aspects of information categorization, hypertext and hypermedia systems, automated information storage and retrieval systems. Permission of the instructor is required.

CIS 6930 Advanced Topics in Computer Information Systems . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Selected topics in computer information systems. Prerequisites will vary according to specific subject material to be covered.

CIS 6971 Thesis . . . . . . 1-6(VARIABLE)
Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Special permission is required.

CLP-CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

CLP 3144 Abnormal Psychology . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Definitions and history of abnormal behavior, theories of causes of behavior disorders, psychoneuroses, psychoses, psychophysiological disorders and problems in living (e.g., stress, anxiety, coping). Opportunity may be offered by course instructor for field trips to mental health facilities for extra credit.

CLP 5166 Psychopathology . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Intensive examination of adolescent and adult behavior disturbances from multiple theoretical approaches. Use of standard diagnostic manual. Emphasis on evaluating research in psychopathology. Prerequisite: CLP 3144.

CLP 6418 Behavior Modification: Technique and Practice . . . . . . 1-6(VARIABLE)
Practice in behavior modification techniques plus step analysis and treatment of hypothetical individual cases. With the permission of instructor, students may elect to take this course more than once, up to 6 sh of credit. Permission of instructor is required. Prerequisite: EAB 5705.

CLP 6441 Individual Intelligence Testing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Administration and interpretation of tests of individual intelligence. Emphasis on Wechsler scales and Stanford-Binet. Introduction to report writing. Permission of the instructor is required. Prerequisite: CLP 3144 or equivalent.

CLP 6942 Individual Personality Testing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Administration, scoring and interpretation of tests involving personality and organic brain dysfunction. Principles of projective and objective tests. Writing integrated reports of various test batteries (e.g., MMPI, Rorschach, Bender, etc.). Permission of instructor is required.

CLP 6943 Practicum in Psychiatric Psychopathology . . . . . . 2(2,0,4)
Student spends 4 hours per week in a psychiatric setting interacting with seriously disturbed patients. In addition to psychiatric supervision, student attends a 2 sh seminar with instructor who also provides individual supervision. Permission of the instructor is required. Prerequisite: CLP 5166 or equivalent.

COM-COMMUNICATION

COM 2948 Service Learning Field Study I . . . . . . 1-3(VARIABLE)
Placement in community agency or other social organizational setting related to field of study. Supervision by faculty and agency. Students and faculty "customize" courses to fit a full range of services that are available in the setting. Student must be able to draw correlation between the discipline and field study. Journal and reflective experience paper are required. With the agreement of the student's faculty sponsor, a minimum of 6-8 hours per week must be done at the field site per semester hour of credit. Permission of instructor is required.

COM 3404 Nonverbal Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Provides a comprehensive introduction to the role of nonverbal communication in the communication process including major principles, theories, and research trends. Emphasis on observing and analyzing the functions of nonverbal communication in a variety of work and personal contexts. Prerequisite: SPC 3301.

COM 3462 Persuasive Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduction to study of persuasive communication in human relationships. Emphasis on acquiring both knowledge and skill needed to achieve interpersonal influence goals in personal, group, and organizational contexts. This course should have great utility for communication majors and non-majors interested in effectively persuading others. Prerequisite: SPC 3301.

COM 3948 Service Learning Field Study II . . . . . . 1-3(VARIABLE)
Placement in community agency or other social organizational setting related to field of study. Supervision by faculty and agency. Students and faculty "customize" courses to fit a full range of services that are available in the setting. Student must be able to draw correlation between the discipline and field study. Journal and reflective experience paper are required. With the agreement of the student's faculty sponsor, a minimum of 6-8 hours per week must be done at the field site per semester hour of credit. Permission of instructor is required.

COM 3949 Cooperative Education . . . . . . 1-2(VARIABLE)
Alternating full-time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field. Reinforcing academic preparation; confirming educational and career goals; personal and professional development; early start in career; earnings toward self-support; improved employability. (See program description under Cooperative Education). Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Permission of director of Cooperative Education is required.

COM 4014 Gender and Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Examines roles gender plays in managing diversity in the workplace, developing personal relationships and exploring mass media in contemporary culture. Comparative study of characteristics of masculine/feminine communication in conversation.

COM 4102 International Business Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Provides a framework for anticipating, analyzing, and responding to communication challenges when conducting international business. Addresses specific international communication behaviors in countries which conduct business frequently with U.S. companies.

COM 4103C Leadership Communication . . . . . . 3(2,1,0)
Capstone course promoting leadership development through study of leadership theory and concepts and the practical application of leadership laboratory experience. Based on a servant leader philosophy, focuses on building leadership competencies in interpersonal communication, public presentations, team building, working in multicultural environments, mentoring, problem solving, and influence strategies used in interpersonal and public forums to bring about community and organizational change. Leadership laboratory work offers leadership skill-building opportunity to all participants. Prerequisite: SPC 3425 or graduate status.

COM 4110 Business and Professional Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Practical understanding of communication practices affecting work place. Emphasis on managing work relationships, listening, organizational interviews, professional presentations, communication technologies and multi cultural diversity.

COM 4120 Organizational Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Theoretical understanding of communicating in organizations. Communication theories and models that have guided the structure and philosophies of modern day organizations and approaches to management. Offered concurrently with COM 5121; graduate students will be assigned additional work.

COM 4202 Communication Training . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Prepares students to design and conduct communication training programs for professional organizations. Emphasizes adult learning, conducting needs as assessments, establishing training workshops using communication technologies, and evaluation training programs. Involves hands on student learning project wherein students conduct needs assessments and two hour training workshop for a local professional organization. Offered concurrently with COM 5206; graduate students will be assigned additional work Prerequisite: SPC 3301, SPC 3602, PUR 4800 and senior status.

COM 4464 Applied Communication Theory . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Senior level course examining theories of social interaction, organizational communication, social influence and change. Promotes understanding of the usefulness of applying communication theory to solve practical problems. Includes hands on student learning project which involves diagnosing practical problems and developing appropriate communication based solutions and/or interventions. Prerequisite: COM 3462 or SPC 3301.

COM 4465C Conflict Management . . . . . . 3(2,1,0)
Provides in-depth exposure to the communication processes, strategies, and stages involved in conflict management and negotiation. Emphasis placed on application of competent communication behavior during conflict in personal and professional conflict situations. Involves hands on, student learning project wherein students act as facilitators to help other students resolve conflicts. Offered concurrently with COM 5468C; graduate students will be assigned additional work. Completion of Foundation is required.

COM 4620 Communication Ethics . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Relationship between theory and practice in communication ethics. Offered concurrently with COM 5625; graduate students will be assigned additional work. Limited to seniors. Course in Ethics or introductory in philosophy is required prior to taking this course.

COM 4940 Internship in Communication . . . . . . 1-3(VARIABLE)
Supervised field practicum in communication-related position, to include broadcast, film, print media and public relations. Senior standing, a 3.0 GPA in communication arts and permission of department chairperson is required. Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only.

COM 4949 Cooperative Education . . . . . . 0(VARIABLE)
Alternating full-time or consecutive parallel terms of practical experience in the intended field. Reinforcing academic preparation; confirming educational and career goals; personal and professional development; early start in career; earnings toward self-support; improved employability. (See program description under Cooperative Education). Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Must be a master level student and permission of director of Cooperative Education is required.

COM 5121 Organizational Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Theoretical understanding of communicating in organizations. Communication theories and models that have guided the structure and philosophies of modern day organizations and approaches to management. Offered concurrently with COM 4120; graduate students will be assigned additional work.

COM 5206 Communication Training . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Prepares students to design and conduct communication training programs for professional organizations. Emphasizes adult learning, conducting needs assessments, establishing training workshops using communication technologies, and evaluation training programs. Involves hands on student learning project wherein students conduct needs assessments and two hour training workshop for a local professional organization. Offered concurrently with COM 4202; graduate students will be assigned additional work.

COM 5468C Conflict Management . . . . . . 3(2,1,0)
Provides in-depth exposure to the communication processes, strategies, and stages involved in conflict management and negotiation. Emphasis placed on application of competent communication behavior during conflict in personal and professional conflict situations. Involves hands on, student learning project wherein students act as facilitators to help other students resolve conflicts. Offered concurrently with COM 4465C; graduate students will be assigned additional work.

COM 5625 Communication Ethics . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Relationship between theory and practice in communication ethics. Offered concurrently with COM 4620; graduate students will be assigned additional work.

COM 5930 Proseminar in Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Graduate study in communication, including research skills, thesis writing, and survey of literature in the field.

COM 5940 Internship in Communication . . . . . . 1-3(VARIABLE)
Supervised field practicum in communication-related position, to include broadcast, film, print media and public relations. Graded on satisfactory/ unsatisfactory basis only. Graduate standing and a 3.0 GPA in communication arts and permission of department chairperson are required.

COM 6XXX Corporate and Organizational Communication  . . . . . .3(3,0,0)
Examines how organizations use communication to define themselves, establish goals, enhance productivity and morale, and develop productive and satisfying relationships. Special emphasis on effective ways to inspire creativity, teamwork, and commitment to the organization.

COM 6XX1 Organizational Communication Project . . . . . . 1-6(VARIABLE)
Advanced research project for a major corporate or organizational client. Working with client organization, student will identify a problem for study, perform an extensive review of issues related to the project, develop several testable research questions or hypotheses about the problem, gather and analyze qualitative and/or quantitative data, and write up an extensive report including summary conclusions based on the study. May enroll for more than one term, minimum 6sh required for M.A. degree. Graded on a satisfactory/ unsatisfactory basis only. Special permission is required.

COM 6001 Introduction to Graduate Studies in Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Professional field of communication: emphasis on philosophy, objectives, history, bibliography, careers, professional associations, research directions and needs, and historical research methods.

COM 6312 Quantitative Research Methods . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Analysis of selected methods of quantitative investigation as they pertain to field of communication. Primary emphasis is on survey research techniques.

COM 6400C Theories of Communications . . . . . . 3(2,1,0)
Major theories of communications. Emphasis on the application of theory and the development of evaluation techniques.

COM 6466 Crisis Communication . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Will examine communication surrounding organizational crisis. Focus on internal and external form of organizational communication as well as the role of the media.

COM 6545 Propaganda and Persuasion . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Examines selected persuasion and propaganda theory and the techniques and practices relevant to each.

COM 6971 Thesis . . . . . . 1-6(VARIABLE)
Students will identify a significant academically oriented communication research question. They will perform an extensive review of academic literature on the topic, develop several testable hypotheses or research questions, gather and analyze qualitative and/or quantitative data, and write up a final conclusions based on results of the study. May enroll for more than one term, minimum of 6sh required for M.A. degree. Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Permission of instructor is required.

COP-COMPUTER PROGRAMMING

COP 2120 Programming Using COBOL . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
COBOL programming for business applications. Fundamentals of structured program design are emphasized as well as basic language syntax, programming techniques, professional standards and report generation.

COP 2253 Programming Using Java . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduction to computers and algorithms. Programming in a high level language. Topics include structured programming techniques, procedural & data abstraction, and an introduction to object-oriented programming. Students will learn the fundamentals of developing coherent, expressive programs in the object-oriented paradigm.

COP 3530 Data Structures and Algorithms . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Algorithm development using pseudo languages, basic program structures, program design techniques, storage and manipulation of basic data structures like arrays, stacks, queues, sorting and searching and string processing. Linked linear lists. Trees and multi-linked structures. Prerequisite: CIS 3020, COT 3100, MAC 2233, (for CIS majors) or MAC 2311 (for CS/CE/EE majors).

COP 3531 File Design and Analysis . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Issues surrounding the use of secondary storage devices. Topics include hardware, operating systems, data structures, databases, and compression as related to data storage and retrieval. Prerequisite: COP 3530.

COP 4020 Programming Languages . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
An introduction to programming language principles, including language constructs, design goals, run-time structures, implementation techniques, and exposure to a wide variety of programming paradigms. Prerequisite: CDA 3100 (CIS/CS majors) or EEL 3701C (CE/EE majors); COP 3530; COT 3100.

COP 4331 Object Oriented Programming . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Discusses fundamental conceptual models for programming languages and illustrates these with specific programming languages and application problems. Specific topics include class and object models, inheritance, and other relations among classes and objects, as well as both static and dynamic system models and implementations. Prerequisite: COP 3530.

COP 4600 Operating Systems . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
The design and implementation of various components of a modern operating system, including I/O programming, interrupt handling, process and resource management, computer networks and distributed systems. Prerequisite: COP 3530.

COP 4601 Software Systems . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduces students to the theory and practice of large-scale software development. Students will be exposed to principles that govern the development of a large software system and will apply these principles to the creation of a large software program. A modern software development environment will be used to further the goals. Prerequisite: COP 3530, COP 4600.

COP 4710 Database Systems . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduction to database systems and database management system architectures. Various database models are discussed with an emphasis on the relational model and relational database design. Case applications using fourth-generation languages, such as SQL, are included. A course in programming is required.

COP 5025 Advanced Programming Languages . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Theory and practice of programming language design. Topics include: advanced language constructs, parallel programming, and formal specification and implementation of programming languages, compiles construction tools. Students will design and implement a small programming language. Prerequisite: COP 4020 and COT 4420.

COP 5235 Ada Programming in Software Engineering . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
In depth examination of the Ada programming language and its effect on the concepts of software engineering. All features of the language are considered. Emphasis on the use of language features in a manner that produces code in conformance with modern software engineering practice. Prerequisite: COP 3530, COP 4020, and COP 4601.

COP 5625 Compiler Construction . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Review of programming language structures, translation, loading and storage allocation. Review of formal language theory; regular and context free languages and grammars, and parsing. Organization of a compiler, including compile and run-time symbol tables, lexical scan, syntax scan, object code generation, error diagnostics, object code optimization techniques and overall design. Types of parsers; recursive descent, shift-reduce, LL(1), operator precedence, LR(k). Use of high-level language to write a complete compiler.  Prerequisite: COP 4020 and COT 4420.

COP 5715 Advanced Database Systems . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Advanced topics in database management systems, implementation issues and programming application. Use of representative microcomputer and mainframe databases. The seminar approach will be used to encourage individual research on current issues.  Prerequisite: COP 4710.

COP 6611 Advanced Computer Operating Systems . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Examines issues and topics in distributed operating systems including, communication, distributed algorithms, transaction processing, security, and distributed file systems. Also covers operating system implementation including: IPC, process scheduling, device drivers, interrupt handling, system calls, file systems, and virtual memory. Prerequisite: COP 4600.

COP 6930 Advanced Topics on Computer Programming . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Selected topics in computer programming. Prerequisites will vary according to specific subject material to be covered.

COP 8980 Ed. D. Dissertation in Computer Science . . . . . . 1-18(VARIABLE)
Major independent research in Computer Science designed especially for candidates in the Ed. D. curriculum and instruction program with specialization in Computer Science. Dissertation will reflect, intensive research produced by the student and collaboratively developed with the student's graduate committee. Graded on satisfactory/ unsatisfactory basis only. Admission to candidacy, completion of all other doctoral program requirements and permission of instructor are required.

COT-COMPUTING THEORY

COT 3100 Applications of Discrete Structures . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Sets, relations, functions, and concept of cardinality. Propositional logic and applications. Predicate logic. Induction and recursion. Finite state machine, grammar and languages. Lists, trees, graphs, and boolean algebra. Emphasis is on analyzing programs and developing programming skills. MAC 2233 is for CIS majors, MAC 2311 is for CS/CE/EE majors. Permission of instructor is required. Prerequisite: COP xxxx ( Programming course in ADA, C, C++, PASCAL, or equivalent language). Corequisite: CIS 3020.

COT 4400 Analysis of Algorithms . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Computational complexity, big-Oh notation, growth rates of functions, probabilistic analysis. Divide and conquer algorithms, dynamic programming, and greedy algorithms. Radix, string and range searching and sorting. Elementary numerical and matrix algorithms, Fast Fourier Transform, Concept of NP-completeness. STA 4321 is for CS/CE/EE majors. STA 2023 is for CIS majors; MAD 3XXX (Mathematics of Computation) is for CS/CIS majors or both MAS 3105 and MAC 2313 is for CE/EE majors. Prerequisite: COP 3530; STA 4321 or STA 2023; MAD 3XXX, or both MAS 3105 and MAC 2313.

COT 4420 Theory of Computation . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Theoretical foundations of computer science. Classification of formal languages, grammars, and automata. Parsing and recognition of syntactic expressions. Turing Machines and random access machines. Church-Turing thesis. Unsolvability of the halting problem.  Prerequisite: COT 3100, COP 3530, and COP 4020.

COT 4932 Senior Seminar . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Purpose is to provide senior-level students with timely topics of an advanced nature. Content will vary from term to term. CS major with senior status is required.

COT 6415 Computation and Complexity . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Provides a foundation in theoretical computer science. The basic theorems of recursion theory, as well as the concepts of reducibility and MP-completeness, are covered in detail. Applications of logic, combinatorics, and graph theory in computer science are stressed. Selected advanced topics may include randomization, approximation, parallelism, and oracle methods. Prerequisite: COT 4400 and COT 4420.

COT 6930 Advanced Topics in Computer Theory . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Selected topics in the theory of computation. Prerequisites will vary according to specific subject material to be covered.

COT 6931 Computer Science Project . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Offered to project option MSCS/CS students and others. Assignments range from individual reading and research to group computing project, depending on the interests of both the instructor and students. Requires an extensive written technical report concerning the project. Satisfaction of core area requirements and permission of instructor is required.

CPO-COMPARATIVE POLITICS

CPO 2002 Comparative Politics . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Examination of political processes and political institutions in selected foreign countries such as Britain, France, Germany, USSR, Japan and India. Methods of cross-national political analysis. (General Studies Course: SS/SOC)

CPO 3103 Politics of Western Europe . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Political processes and institutions of selected European political systems.

CPO 3513 Politics of the Far East-Japan and China . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Political systems of China and Japan offer striking comparisons to each other and to the United States. They provide two non-Western cultural contexts within which some Western political ideas and institutions operate.

CPO 4303 Politics of Spain, Portugal, and Latin America . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
The politics of Spain, Portugal, and the largest Latin American countries (Argentina, Brazil, Mexico) and, as time permits, other countries of particular concern to the United States.

CPO 4314 Democracies . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Democratic theory and practices around the world. Types of transition, founding elections, and problems of democratic consolidation.

CPO 4375 Politics of the Caribbean and Central America . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Analytical and comparative study of the nations embraced within the Caribbean Basin and Central America. Covers such topics at the significance of Soviet influence in the region and the conditions which have led to both effective and unstable governmental systems.

CPO 4531 Politics and Culture of India . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Introduction to the history, society, culture, politics, and religious traditions of India.

CPO 5308 Latin American Politics . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Analysis of historical and contemporary politics of Latin American societies; structures, regime change system variables.

CPO 6006 Seminar in Comparative Politics . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Comparison and analysis of political systems, theoretical and empirical.

CRW-CREATIVE WRITING

CRW 3110 Fiction Writing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Workshop in narrative fiction. Practice in developing plot and character and establishing point of view. Emphasis on writing for publication in specific markets.

CRW 3310 Poetry Writing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Workshop in writing poetry. Practice in traditional forms and extensive work in contemporary free verse.

CRW 4211 Creative Non-Fiction . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Writing workshop in which students explore the personal essay through the process of reading and writing about autobiography, travel, science, politics, and art.

CRW 6130 Workshop in Fiction Writing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Writing, editing, and evaluating fiction. Students will be expected to write original publishable fiction and critique writing produced in class.

CRW 6236 Workshop in Creative Non-Fiction Writing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Writing, editing, and evaluating original pieces of creative non-fiction.

CRW 6331 Workshop in Poetry Writing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Writing, editing, and evaluating poetry. Students will be expected to familiarize themselves with both traditional forms and free verse.

CRW 6806 Workshop in Teaching Creative Writing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
The teaching of workshop methods used in poetry, fiction, and creative writing non-fiction classes. Emphasis on writing standards, resources, evaluation methods, publishing, and course planning.

CRW 6934 Special Topics in Creative Writing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
A writing workshop with a central theme such as autobiography, nature writing, the persuasive essay, biography, or studies of place.

CRW 6956 Workshop in Editing . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Evaluating, designing, laying out, and publishing fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction.

CYP-COMMUNITY PSYCHOLOGY

CYP 6538 The Consultation Process . . . . . . 3(3,0,0)
Addresses the historical roots of mental health consultation, basic concepts in mental health consultation, the consultation process, and the various types of mental health consultation. Considerable emphasis is given to working within public school and consulting with outside agencies. Consultation is defined and contrasted to other helping relationships, and definitional issues are addressed. Includes a discussion of the skills and characteristics of the consultant, and ethical and legal considerations.