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2015-2016 Undergraduate Bulletin [Archived Catalog]
Part 6: Course Descriptions
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Part 6 contains course descriptions in alphabetical order.
Standard information for each course includes the number, title, and credits (sometimes called credit hours or semester hours). For some courses, you will find information on the hours of class, laboratory, or studio for which the course is scheduled in each week of a regular semester; these weekly hours are expanded during summer sessions. Fees for courses are assessed on the basis of credits and other factors.
The course-numbering system generally suggests levels of difficulty and appropriateness. Courses at the 100 and 200 levels comprise introductory offerings and those are most commonly taken by freshmen and sophomores. Courses at the 300 and 400 levels are primarily for juniors and seniors. In some Purdue programs, undergraduates take courses at the 500 level, but generally courses numbered 500 and above are for graduate students.
Preparation for courses is indicated as follows:
P: indicates a prerequisite that must precede your enrollment in the course described. You may find one or more specific course numbers, the number of credits you should already have in a subject, a placement-test level, or other conditions.
C: indicates a corequisite that must be taken no later than the same semester in which you take the course described.
R: indicates a recommendation concerning conditions to be met for enrollment in the course.
When no subject code is shown for prerequisites, corequisites, and recommended courses, they are in the same subject area as the course being described. If you lack a prerequisite or corequisite, or if you wish to take a course numbered at a higher level than your present status, you should seek the department’s or instructor’s consent to enroll in the course.
V.T. means Variable Title and is shown for courses for which the title may be changed to specify the topic or other special focus of each offering.
Session indicators (fall, spring, summer) suggest the times at which courses are generally offered. Scheduling patterns may, however, vary.
IPFW reserves the right to add, withdraw, or change courses without notice.
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IT 59000 - Special Problems in Industrial Technology
Independent study of a special problem under the guidance of a member of the staff (or, student’s academic advisor). Does not substitute for either M.S. thesis or M.S. project credit.
Preparation for Course
P: permission of department required.
Cr. 1-6.
Dual Level Course
Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
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ITC 11000 - Information Technology Fundamentals
An introduction to the discipline of Information Technology. This includes the pervasive Information Technology themes, the history of Information Technology, and organization issues surrounding Information Technology and its uses. The relationships to the other main area of computing such as Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, and Computer Science are explored. The main branches of Information Technology including infrastructure and application software are covered. A brief introduction to the various Information Technology courses involved in the degree program will be done. Careers and job opportunities will also be noted in the course.
Cr. 3.
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ITC 13000 - Programming Fundamentals I
An introduction to computer programming and problem solving at the level needed for the study of information technology. Programming topics include data representation, expressions, control statements, subprograms, recursion, simple input/output, basics of GUI development, and event-driven programming. Problem solving techniques include problem specification and algorithm development using pseudo-code and stepwise refinement.
Preparation for Course
P:or C: MA15300.
Cr. 3.
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ITC 13100 - Programming Fundamentals II
A continuation of ITC 130 that provides a deeper understanding of program development. Fundamentals of data structures, object-oriented programming, and development of user-defined classes. Additional topics include arrays, file I/O, advanced GUI programming and use of graphics, and introduction to a scripting language. Reinforcement of problem solving techniques.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 13000; C:ITC17000.
Cr. 3
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ITC 14500 - Electrical Fundamentals
A study of the basic fundamentals of electronics that introduces analog electronics including basic electricity, ohms law, DC and AC circuit analysis, and semiconductor fundamentals such as transistors and co-amps. The principles and practices of digital electronics including number systems, logic gates, memory devices, registers, and counters are also studied.
Cr. 4.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 17000 - Discrete Computing Structures
A basic course in discrete structures with an emphasis on applications in information technology. Topics include sets and binary relations, vectors and matrices, an introduction to graphs and finite state machines, Boolean algebra, fundamentals of logical inference including direct proof and proof by induction, and recursion.
Preparation for Course
P: or C: MA 15300.
Cr. 3.
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ITC 21000 - Information Technology Systems
A study of essential knowledge and skills that an effective IT specialist must know. Introduction to the basic components of IT systems and the issues encountered in integrating various IT components and administrating IT systems. Topics covered include foundations of networking, database systems and administration, web technologies, scripting techniques, integrative coding, and system integration and administration.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC11000 and ECET 11400.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 22000 - Computer Systems
An overview of the hardware of modern microcomputers including motherboards, CPUs, I/O devices, peripherals, bus architectures, memory and storage devices. Techniques of maintenance, upgrading and installation of hardware, and low level software integration are examined. Other topics covered include identifying hardware components along with the study of multiple troubleshooting strategies and electrical safety. Other topics covered include identifying hardware components along with the study of multiple troubleshooting strategies and electrical safety. Theoretical concepts of the underlying hardware functions will be deliberated and how networking and software relate to hardware functionality.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 11000; P or C: ITC 14500.
Cr. 4.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 23000 - Computer Operating Systems
This course is an introduction to computer operating systems, their organization and functions of hardware components, as w4ll as, system software. Emphasis on system commands, operating system interface, system utilities, shells programming, file systems and security. Concepts, such as, the graphical user interface, device drivers, memory management, processes, concurrency, scheduling, multitasking and multiprocessing will be covered. Laboratory experimentation includes the installation, management, troubleshooting, and administration of Microsoft Windows, and UNIX like operating systems.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 11000.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 25000 - Web Systems
A study of essential knowledge and skills that an effective web administrator must know. Introduction to fundamental topics of web technologies, web-based systems, and web page design. Topics covered include Internet applications, web site development and publishing, information architecture, client and server-side programming, multimedia technologies and publishing, vulnerabilities, and web site implementation and maintenance.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 35000, and CS 16000.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 31000 - Information Technology Project Management
This course provides an introduction to the process and methodology of managing the assets and resources on an Information Technology (IT) project. Topics covered will be the role of the project manager, IT project lifecycle and phases, IT project management methodology, how to develop and monitor a project plan/schedule and effective project management communications. Students will also be introduced to the concepts of managing scope, time, cost, quality, risk and human resources in relation to an IT project. Students will use a popular project management software tool for case studies and homework.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 21000. Department permission required.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Typically offered Fall and Spring.
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ITC 33000 - Networking
A study of issues in local area network (LAN) planning, design, installation, and management. Topics include LAN components and protocols, topologies and network architecture, network system hardware consideration, LAN design and network layout, wiring and installation, network operating systems, network servers, connection and services for clients, network system administration and management. Other topics may include LAN applications, performance tuning, disaster recovery, hybrid networking environment and integration, network monitoring tools, and network management tools. Laboratory experiences include Microsoft Windows NT and UNIX.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 22000.
Cr. 4.
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ITC 33100 - Networks I
A study of networks and issues in network planning, design, installation, and management. Topics include network components, standards and protocols, topologies, architectures, system hardware, design and network layout, wiring and installation, network operating systems, servers, connection and services for clients, security and system administration and management. Other topics may include network applications, performance tuning, disaster recovery, hybrid systems, virtual networks, VoIP, and network monitoring and management tools. Work will include experience in Windows and Linux. No Lab fees.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 23000 or CPET 18100.
Cr. 3.
Hours
Class 2, Lab 2.
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ITC 35000 - Databases
Theory and application of database systems for information organization and retrieval based on the relational model. Includes database models, query languages, data dependencies, normal forms, and database design. Projects include use of commercial mainframe and microcomputer database software.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 21000.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 37000 - Human Computer Interaction
Introduction to how humans interact with computers and how to improve and evaluate user interfaces. Topics include human factors, HCI design issues, HCI aspects of application domains, human-centered evaluation, cognitive processing, environment, and emerging technologies. Students are expected to design, implement, and evaluate user interfaces in small projects.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 21000.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 38000 - Project Integration
Topics include emerging IT technologies, secured data and application integration through enterprise networking infrastructure, Web, data databases, middleware, remote access and mobile services. The student will analyze, design, and implement an instructor-let, team-based,one-semester IT project to practice integration concepts and skills learned from the core courses. The student will also learn how to prepare various project reports, communication memos, and present the final project.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 35000.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 41000 - Information Assurance & Security
This course examines the analysis, design, implementation, and management issues surrounding effective concepts of data security. The business, conceptual and technological aspects of data security for computer and networks will be examined. Topics include virus protection, business, conceptual, and technological aspects of data security for computer and networks will be examined. Topics include virus protection, firewalls, authentication, encryption, wireless security, security protocols, and network security policy development, forensics and fraud protection.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 33000.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 48000 - Information Technology Senior Project I
An intensive individual and/or team-based, real-world IT senior project performed in consultation with one or more faculty advisors. Phase I includes, but not limited to: (1) project proposal, (2) defining and limiting project objective, (3) initial research, feasibility and trade/off studies, (4) intellectual property, (5) team collaboration and communication, (6) project budgeting and schedule management, (7) periodic progress reports, and (8) project presentation.
Preparation for Course
P or C: ITC 38000.
CR. 1.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring and Summer.
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ITC 48100 - Information Technology Senior Project II
Phase II includes, but not limited to: (1) continuing research and finalize the project, (2) project schedule, cost, and quality management, (3) project team building, collaboration and communication, (4) project analysis, modeling, design, and implementation, (5) periodic progress reports, (6) oral presentation to faculty and other interested parties, (7) standard-format written technical reports.
Preparation for Course
P: ITC 48000.
Cr. 2.
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ITC 49900 - Information Technology Topics
Hours and subject matter arranged by staff. An extensive individual design, special topics course, research, and/or analytical project in any of the following areas: networking, cloud computing, mobile applications, IT architecture, IT strategy, IT ethics, network and data security, big data, data management, data warehousing, data analytics, enterprise systems, computer hardware, business processes modelling, human computer interaction, wireless technologies and web technologies. May be repeated for up to 12 credit hours.
Preparation for Course
P: Department permission required.
Cr. 1-4.
Session Indicators
Typically offered Fall and Spring.
Variable Title
(V.T.)
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JOUR C201 - Topics in Journalism
Topical course dealing with changing subjects and material from semester to semester. Variation of fundamental concepts presented in C200. May be repeated once for credit with a different topic. Does not count toward journalism major.
Preparation for Course
P: sophomore or junior class standing.
Cr. 1-3.
Variable Title
(V.T.)
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JOUR C300 - Citizen and the News
A study of the institutions that produce news and information about public affairs for the citizen of American mass society. The problems about the selection of what is communicated. Case studies. International comparisons.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR C327 - Writing for Publication
A workshop for nonmajors to improve writing skills and learn basic requirements of writing for publication. Instruction in market analysis and interpreting specific editorial requirements, gathering and researching background materials, and preparing manuscripts. Examination of various types and styles of published writing. Does not count toward journalism major.
Preparation for Course
R: JOURJ200 and a grade of A or B in ENG W131.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J110 - Foundations of Journalism and Mass Communication
Survey of the institutions of journalism and mass communication, their philosophical foundations, history, processes, economic realities, and effects. Required course for journalism majors and IPFW journalism minor.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J200 - Reporting, Writing and Editing I
Small working seminar relating communication theory to practice in journalistic writing. Emphasis on narration, exposition, description, and argumentation. Development of skills in conceptualization, organization, gathering evidence, and effective presentation of articles for publication in various mass media. Required course for journalism majors and IPFW journalism minor.
Preparation for Course
P: ENG W131 or equivalent and typing ability of 35 words per minute.
Cr. 3.
Hours
Class 3, Lab. 0-1.
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JOUR J201 - Reporting, Writing, and Editing II
Working seminar focused on the strengthening of basic journalism skills, including in-depth reporting, editing, and multimedia presentations. Creativity, cooperation, and critical thinking are used to shape effective messages for diverse audiences.
Preparation for Course
P: JOUR J200.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J210 - Visual Communication
Basic principles, theories, and history of channels of human communication other than written and spoken language; development of elementary skills and experimentation in producing nonverbal messages and combining nonverbal with verbal messages. Some darkroom lab activities. Adjustable camera required. Required course for journalism majors and IPFW journalism minor.
Cr. 3.
Hours
Class 2-3, Lab. 0-2.
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JOUR J280 - Sophomore Seminar in Journalism
Selected topics in journalism, e.g., professional ethics, government and the press, contemporary problems of the press.
Preparation for Course
P: 6 hours of journalism including C200.
Cr. 3.
Variable Title
(V.T.)
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JOUR J290 - Internship in Journalism
Work as staff member on campus publications. Work will include reporting and writing, layout and paste-up work, photo work, and advertising sales work.
Preparation for Course
P or C: JOURJ200.
Cr. 1-3.
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JOUR J300 - Communications Law
History and philosophy of laws pertaining to free press and free speech. Censorship, libel, contempt, obscenity, right of privacy, copyright, government regulations, and business law affecting media operations. Stresses responsibilities and freedoms in a democratic communications system. Required course for journalism majors and IPFW journalism minor. Also required course for radio and television students.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J310 - Editorial Practices
Workshop in fundamentals of editing and reporting with special emphasis on news judgment, fairness, accuracy, and editorial balance. Practical experience in gathering, writing, and editing news and public affairs materials. Stress on principles applying to all mass media.
Preparation for Course
P: JOUR J200.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J315 - Feature Writing
The course aims to develop skill in gathering and presenting feature story material, exploring the realm between straight news and editorials. It follows feature-story practice in combining information with entertainment stressing the imperative of research, accuracy, and mechanical correctness.
Preparation for Course
P: JOUR J200.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J320 - Principles of Creative Advertising
Analysis of strategy employed in developing creative advertising, with emphasis on role of the copywriter. Research media, legal aspects, ethical standards as they apply to the copywriting functions. Place of the creative function within the advertising agency and the retail business.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J321 - Principles of Public Relations
Survey course about the theory and practice of public relations. Examines public relations function within organizations, its impact on publics, and its function in society. Topics include the evolution of the field: the range of roles and responsibilities that public relations practitioners assume in a variety of settings; ethics; and significant issues and trends that have shaped the practice. Course provides a foundation for more advanced study in the field. Also useful for those planning another professional or managerial career that requires an understanding of public relations concepts and management practices.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J337 - Media Economics
This course explores how economic forces influence production of media content, particularly at U.S. organizations. It examines basic economic concepts, such as market and competition, as they relate to commercial media organizations. Special attention is paid to the effect of advertising and market considerations on news decision making.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J351 - News Editing
Workshop in fundamentals of editing daily news for both print and online formats. Emphasis on news judgment, fairness, accuracy, editorial balance, grammar, style, language fluency, leadership skills, legal concerns and ethics in the newsroom. Practice in editing copy, writing headlines and cutlines, designing print and online pages, working with multimedia features and making sound, ethical decisions on deadline.
Preparation for Course
P: JOUR J200, J201, and JOUR J210.
Cr. 3.
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JOUR J360 - Journalism Specialties
Provides a concentrated study of a well-defined area of specialization. The specialty areas vary each semester. The range of offerings includes such courses as Writing for Magazines, Advertising Copywriting, and Producing Company Publications.
Cr. 1-4.
Hours
Class 1-4.
Variable Title
(V.T.)
Notes
May be repeated for up to 12 credits.
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JOUR J390 - Corporate Publications
This course focuses on the practical and specialized concerns of editing and designing newsletters, tabloids, magazines, and newspapers for business, industry, institutions, or other organizations. Attention is given to audience surveys, readability, copy editing, headlines, photographs, cutlines, copyfitting, and printing instruction, with special emphasis on design techniques for the four major types of organizational publications. Includes practice in all facets of publication design. Recommended for persons interested in print communications programs or in developing limited circulation publications. Limited enrollment; consent of instructor required.
Preparation for Course
R: JOUR J310.
Cr. 1-3.
Variable Title
(V.T.)
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JOUR J413 - Magazine Article Writing
In-depth explanation of the nonfiction magazine article field. Examination of trends and problems in nonfiction writing for both general and specialized magazines. Criticism of student articles written for publication. Seminar sessions with editors and freelance writers. Transfer students advised to complete this course at IUPUI or Bloomington.
Preparation for Course
P: JOUR J200.
Cr. 3.
Dual Level Course
Eligible for graduate credit.
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JOUR J425 - Supervision of School Media
Lectures, projects, and discussion on legal and ethical aspects of advising school media and on designing, producing, and financing school-based student media, including print, broadcast, and online media.
Preparation for Course
P: 12 credit hours of journalism courses; C: JOURJ403.
Cr. 3.
Dual Level Course
Eligible for graduate credit.
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JOUR J427 - Public Relations in a Democratic Society
Lectures and discussion on dissemination of public information by industry and institutions. Examination of procedures and policies and evaluation of public relations efforts. Contrast public relations practices in America with those in other nations and cultures.
Preparation for Course
P: COM 25300 or JOUR J321.
Cr. 3.
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LBST D301 - Interdisciplinary Topics in Humanities
An interdisciplinary seminar focusing primarily on humanities-based approaches to the knowledge or analysis of a particular topic. As appropriate, connections will be made with the social and natural sciences.
Preparation for Course
P: Junior class standing or higher.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Spring
Variable Title
V.T.
Notes
May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credits.
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LBST D302 - Interdisciplinary Topics in Social Sciences
An interdisciplinary seminar focusing primarily on social science-based approaches to the knowledge or analysis of a particular topic. As appropriate, connections will be made with the humanities and natural sciences.
Preparation for Course
P: Junior class standing or higher.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Fall
Variable Title
V.T.
Notes
May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credits.
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LBST D303 - Interdisciplinary Topics in Natural Sciences
An interdisciplinary seminar focusing primarily on natural science-based approaches to the knowledge or analysis of a particular topic. As appropriate, connections will be made with the humanities and social sciences.
Preparation for Course
P: Junior class standing or higher.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Spring
Variable Title
V.T.
Notes
May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 credits.
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LGBT 20000 - Introduction to Scholarship on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Issues
This course provides an interdisciplinary introduction to scholarship and research on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) issues in a number of fields, including history, philosophy, cultural studies, literature, film, psychology, sociology, education, medicine, and law. Through examining the lives, concerns, and contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals, students will have the opportunity to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the multifaceted nature of the society within which we live. Additionally, it is intended that this greater appreciation will cultivate a more accepting and supportive society.
Cr. 3.
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LGBT 40000 - Capstone Independent Study on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Issues
The course provides the opportunity to demonstrate that a student has achieved the learning goals established for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Certificate Program. This involves individualized work on one major project (e.g., empirical study, scholarly paper, creative project).
Preparation for Course
P: LGBT 2000.
Cr. 3.
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LGBT 40100 - LGBT Certificate Portfolio Evaluation
Students pursuing the LGBT Certificate are required to create a portfolio of all work completed for the certificate. The purpose of LGBT 40100 is to formalize and complete the organization, documentation, and analysis of these previous works. A final document by the student should be included in the portfolio indicating how the works, projects, and artifacts submitted achieve the certificate objectives. Students must register for LGBT 40100 after completing all other requirements for the certificate. The portfolio will be submitted to three members of the Certificate Advisory Committee for review and approval prior to the award of the LGBT certificate.
Cr. 1.
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LING L103 - Introduction to the Study of Language
Linguistics as a body of information; nature and function of language; relevance of linguistics to other disciplines, with reference to modern American English.
Preparation for Course
P: placement at or above ENG W131 (or equivalent) and exemption from or completion of ENG R150.
Cr. 3.
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LING L303 - Introduction to Linguistic Analysis
Introduction to basic concepts of linguistic analysis, exemplifying the general principles of structural approaches to the study of language. Application of analytical methods to problems in phonology, syntax, and semantics.
Preparation for Course
P: LING L103.
Cr. 3.
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LING L307 - Phonology
Basic concepts such as phoneme and distinctive feature as defined and used within particular theories. The relationship of phonology to phonetics and morphology; exploration of salient aspects of sound structure and some characteristic modes of argumentation; extensive phonological analysis with some practice in writing phonological rules.
Preparation for Course
R: LINGL103 or LING L303.
Cr. 3.
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LING L310 - Syntax
Examination of the basic concepts, assumptions, and argumentation of modern syntactic theory to describe and analyze common syntactic structures in English and other languages. Practice in constructing and evaluating grammars.
Preparation for Course
P: LING L103 or L303.
Cr. 3.
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LING L321 - Methods and Materials for TESOL I
This course provides an overview of teaching English to speakers of other languages with an emphasis on methodology, examining different approaches, techniques, and various instructional options in light of different teaching contexts and learners’ needs.
Preparation for Course
P:LINGL103.
Cr. 3.
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LING L322 - Methods and Materials for TESOL II
This course aims at enhancing participants’ understanding of theoretical principles underlying the preparation of ESL instructional materials as well as course participants’ knowledge and skills in materials preparation and effective implementation. It also addresses issues related to course design, content selection and organizing, and language assessment.
Preparation for Course
P: LINGL103 andLINGL321.
Cr. 3.
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LING L325 - Semantics
An introduction to the systematic investigation of the relation between linguistic form, its use, and interpretation.
Preparation for Course
P: LING L103 or L303.
Cr. 3.
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LING L360 - Language in Society
A general introduction to sociolinguistics, for the nonspecialist. Topics covered include regional and social dialects, the politics of language use in social interaction, language and social change, and men’s and women’s language, as well as issues in applied sociolinguistics such as bilingualism and black English in education.
Preparation for Course
P:LING L103 or L303.
Cr. 3.
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LING L366 - Linguistics and Adjacent Arts and Sciences
Introduction to basic interdisciplinary problems involving linguistics, with special reference to language and culture, sociolinguistics, linguistics or literature, psycholinguistics.
Preparation for Course
P: LING L103 or L303.
Cr. 3.
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LING L430 - Language Change and Variation
Basic principles of diachronic linguistics. The comparative method. Phonological and morphological development. Growth of lexicon.
Preparation for Course
P: LING L103 or L303.
Cr. 3.
Dual Level Course
Eligible for graduate credit.
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LING L431 - Field Methods
Introduction to the procedures involved in the structural description of language, using a native speaker of an unfamiliar language whose speech will be analyzed.
Preparation for Course
P: permission of instructor.
Cr. 3.
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LING L470 - TENL Practicum
Under supervision, students teach English as a new language. The course provides experience in instruction, assessment, placement, and materials preparation. Classroom lectures, discussions, and assigned readings focus on teaching English as a new language.
Preparation for Course
P: permission of instructor.
Cr. 3.
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LING L471 - Internship in Teaching English (as a New Language)
The internship provides an opportunity to gain teaching experience (in overseas or domestic settings) and work with language learners. Students participate in providing instructions and assist in learning by completing specified hours of instructional practice. Journals reflecting on the experience are required as well. This course may be repeated with permission of instructor for a maximum of 6 hours.
Preparation for Course
P: Students must be admitted into TENL program.
Cr. 1 to 3.
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LING L485 - Topics in Linguistics
Studies in special topics not ordinarily covered in departmental courses. May be repeated, with different topics for a maximum of 9 credits.
Preparation for Course
P: varies according to topic.
Cr. 3.
Variable Title
(V.T.)
Dual Level Course
Eligible for graduate credit.
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LING L490 - Linguistic Structures
The linguistic analysis of particular aspects of the structure of one language or a group of closely related languages. May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 9 credits.
Preparation for Course
P: consent of instructor.
Cr. 3.
Variable Title
(V.T.)
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LING S103 - Honors Introduction to the Study of Language
Equivalent of L103 for honors students.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L100 - Introduction to Union and Collective Bargaining
A survey of labor unions in the United States, focusing on their organization and their representational, economic, and political activities. Includes coverage of historical development, labor law basics, and contemporary issues.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L101 - American Labor History
A survey of the origin and development of unions and the labor movement from colonial times to the present. The struggle of working people to achieve a measure of dignity and security will be examined from social, economic, and political perspectives.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L104 - Introduction to the Study of Labor History
What can be learned from labor history? This class explores both central issues as well as historical methodologies, looking at primary and secondary sources, considering bias and interpretation. Focusing on a few central questions and events. This class serves as an orientation for the study of labor history.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L110 - Introduction to Labor Studies: Labor and Society
An introduction to the changing role of labor in society. The course will emphasize a comparative approach to issues confronting labor organizations.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L190 - The Labor Studies Degree
Required for all DLS majors. This course will provide an introduction to the labor studies degree and to the knowledge and skills needed by students to progress toward a degree in a reasonable time frame. Students will learn how to build a plan of study that takes advantage of both credit for prior learning and new learning opportunities.
Cr. 1.
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LSTU L199 - Portfolio Development Workshop
Emphasis on developing learning portfolios as foundation documents for academic self-assessment and planning and as applications for self-acquired competency (SAC) credit. Applies only as elective credit to labor studies degrees.
Cr. 1.
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LSTU L200 - Survey of Employment Law
Statutes and common law actions protecting income, working conditions, and rights of workers. Topics include workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation, fair labor standards, Social Security, retirement income protection, privacy, and other rights.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L201 - Labor Law
A survey of the law governing labor-management relations. Topics include the legal framework of collective bargaining, problems in the administration and enforcement of agreements, protection of individual employee rights.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L203 - Labor and the Political System
Federal, state, and local governmental effects on workers, unions, and labor-management relations; political goals; influences on union choices of strategies and modes of political participation, past and present; relationships with community and other groups.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L205 - Contemporary Labor Problems
An examination of some of the major problems confronting society, workers, and the labor movement. Topics may include automation, unemployment, international trade and conglomerates, environmental problems, minority and women’s rights, community relations, changing government policies.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L210 - Workplace Discrimination and Fair Employment
Examines policies and practices that contribute to workplace discrimination and those designed to eliminate discrimination. Explores effects of job discrimination and occupational segregation. Analyzes Title VII, ADA, and related topics in relation to broader strategies for addressing discrimination.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L220 - Grievance Representation
Union representation in the workplace. The use of grievance procedures to address problems and administer the collective bargaining agreement. Identification, research, presentation, and writing of grievance cases. Analysis of relevant labor law and the logic applied by arbitrators to grievance decisions.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L230 - Labor and the Economy
Analysis of the political economy of labor and the role of organized labor within it. Emphasis on the effects on workers, unions, and collective bargaining of unemployment investment policy, and changes in technology and corporate structure. Patterns of union political and bargaining response.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L231 - Contemporary Labor Issues: Globalization and Labor
This course explores the globalization of trade, production, and migration and the effects of these processes on American workers. Through reading, discussion, and problem formation, students will critically think about the ways global processes and policies impact American workers’ daily lives and explore alternatives to these policies.
Cr. 3.
Session Indicators
Fall, Spring, and Summer
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LSTU L240 - Occupational Health and Safety
Elements and issues of occupational health and safety. Emphasis on the union’s role in the implementation of workplace health and safety programs, worker and union rights, hazard recognition techniques, and negotiated and statutory remedies, in particular the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L250 - Collective Bargaining
The development and organization of collective bargaining in the United States. Union preparation for negotiations, bargaining patterns and practices, strategy and tactics; economic and legal considerations.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L251 - Collective Bargaining Laboratory
Designed to provide collective bargaining simulations and other participatory experiences in conjunction with L250.
Preparation for Course
P: or C: LSTU L250.
Cr. 1-3.
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LSTU L255 - Unions in State and Local Government
Union organization and representation of state and municipal government employees, including patterns in union structure, collective bargaining, grievance representation, and applicable law.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L260 - Leadership and Representation
Organizational leadership issues for the union, community, and other advocate organizations. Analyzes leadership styles, membership recruitment, and leadership development. Examines the role of leaders in internal governance and external affairs including committee building, delegation, negotiations, and coalition building.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L270 - Union Government and Organization
An analysis of the growth, composition, structure, behavior, and governmental processes of U.S. labor organizations, from the local to national federation level. Consideration is given to the influence on unions of industrial and political environments, to organizational behavior in different types of unions, and to problems in union democracy.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L280 - Union Organizing
Explores various approaches and problems in private and public sector organizing. Traditional approaches are evaluated in light of structural changes in labor markets and workforce demographics. Topics range from targeting and assessments to committee building and leadership development.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L285 - Assessment Project
Capstone experience for associate degree.
Cr. 1.
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LSTU L290 - Topics in Labor Studies
This is a number under which a variety of topics may be addressed in classroom-based programs on the campuses. Courses may focus on contemporary or special areas of labor studies. Others are directed toward specific categories of employees and labor organizations. Inquire at the Division of Labor Studies office.
Cr. 1-3.
Variable Title
(V.T.)
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LSTU L299 - Self-Acquired Competencies, Labor Studies
Credit for labor-related competencies demonstrated, assessed, and approved according to established procedures. Maximum of 15 credits applicable to Associate of Science and/or Bachelor of Science in Labor Studies.
Cr. 1-15.
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LSTU L314 - Ethical Dilemmas in the Workplace
This course explores the fundamental basis for ethical decision making in a workplace, both unionized and nonunionized. We will discuss specific considerations for making moral judgements within the work environment and explore the basis upon which those decisions are made.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L315 - The Organization of Work
Examines how work is organized and jobs are evaluated, measured, and controlled. Explores social and technical elements of work through theories of scientific management, the human relations school of management, and contemporary labor process literature.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L320 - Grievance Arbitration
The legal and practical context of grievance arbitration, its limitations and advantages in resolving workplace problems. Varieties of arbitration clauses and the status of awards. Participants analyze, research, prepare, and present cases in mock arbitration hearings.
Preparation for Course
R: LSTI L220 or consent of instructor.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L330 - Global Comparisons: Labor Relations Examples from Three Continents
Thius course uses a political economy framework to explore and compare countries’ systems of labor relations, drawing from at least three continents. It analyzes the diverse approaches to the structure of twenty-first century labor law and social policy. It focuses on the role of organized labor in the global economy, patterns of breakdown in the enforcement of labor and employment law, and union and nonunion political and bargaining responses.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L331 - Global Problems: Local Solutions
This course addresses local manifestations of global problems confronting society, workers, and the labor movement. Students will cooperatively analyze issues, propose potential solutions, and engage in activities or practices that address globally driven local issues. Students will identify governmental, non-governmental, and charitable organizations that aid in ameliorating local problems. As a final project, students will design collaborative solutions based on our contemporary global situation in which work is characterized by flexibility, insecurity, and geographic mobility.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L350 - Issues in Collective Bargaining
This course includes readings and discussions on selected problems. A research paper is usually required.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L360 - Union Administration and Development
Practical and theoretical perspectives on strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational decision making. Addresses needs and problems of union leaders by studying organizational change, staff development, and cohesiveness within a diverse workforce. May be repeated for up to 3 credits with departmental approval.
Cr. 1-3.
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LSTU L370 - Labor and Religion
This course has primarily a historical focus. It looks at the relationship between religion and the labor movement as it developed in the United States over the course of the 19th and 20th centuries. It attempts to uncover the tradition in which workers of faith have connected their religious values to their more secular concerns for social justice.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L375 - Comparative Labor Movements
Labor movements and labor relations in industrial societies from historical, analytical, and comparative perspectives. Emphasis on interaction between unions and political organizations, national labor policies, the resolution of workplace problems, the organization of white-collar employees, and the issues of workers’ control and codetermination.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L380 - Theories of the Labor Movement
Perspectives on the origin, development, and goals of organized labor. Theories include those that view the labor movement as a business union institution, an agent for social reform, a revolutionary force, a psychological reaction to industrialization, a moral force, an unnecessary intrusion.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L385 - Class, Race, Gender, and Work
Historical overview of the impact and interplay of class, race, and gender on shaping U.S. labor markets, organizations, and policies. Examines union responses and strategies for addressing class, race, and gender issues.
Cr. 3.
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LSTU L390 - Topics in Labor Studies
Advanced courses in areas described under L290.
Cr. 1-3.
Variable Title
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LSTU L420 - Labor Studies Internship
Application of knowledge gained in the classroom in fieldwork experience.
Cr. 1-6.
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