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8. Course Descriptions

Note: Sequencing rules in effect for many Math courses prohibit students from earning credit for a lower numbered Math course after receiving credit for a higher numbered Math course. Sequencing rules are included in the course descriptions of applicable courses.
 

Civil and Environmental Engineering
  

  • CEE 724 - Applied Elasticity I

    (3 units)
    Development of three-dimensional equations of elasticity, analysis of stress and strain, compatibility, stress-strain relations, plane stress, plane strain, and torsion. A study of the stresses and displacements in rectangular, circular, and ring-shaped plates and cylinders.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.


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  • CEE 725 - Advanced Topics in Structural Analysis

    (3 units)
    Advanced methods for linear and nonlinear analysis of structural systems such as frames, cables, bridges, and shells, subject to self-weight, axial, thermal and earthquake loads.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.


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  • CEE 728 - Bridge Engineering II

    (3 units)
    Advanced topics in bridge engineering including curved plate girder, fatigue design and evaluation of steel bridges, reliability analysis of LRFD AASHTO, seismic design and retrofit.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.


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  • CEE 729 - Seismic Isolation for Structural Systems

    (3 units)
    Protective systems, seismic isolation, energy dissipation, simplified methods of analysis, design of isolated structures, design of isolation hardware, case studies.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.


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  • CEE 730 - Dynamics of Structures

    (3 units)
    Analysis of single and multidegree of freedom systems for time dependent loadings, with particular attention to earthquake excitation and response spectrum techniques.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.


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  • CEE 731 - Advanced Dynamics of Structures

    (3 units)
    Advanced methods of analysis and design of structural systems subjected to dynamic loads. Elastic and inelastic analysis of single and multi-degree systems. Introduction to random vibration and Fourier transform methods. Design application to building, bridges and reservoirs.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.


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  • CEE 732 - Bituminous Materials and Mixtures

    (3 units)
    Physical and chemical properties of asphalts and aggregates, design and construction of asphalt mixtures, skid resistance, and performance.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 2
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 733 - Advanced Pavement Design and Management

    (3 units)
    1985 AASHTO design procedure; mechanistic design; pavement evaluation; in-situ testing and interpretation, visual surveys, failure criteria; pavement management systems; rehabilitation types and selection.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 734 - Pavement Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Maintenance

    (3 units)
    Techniques for reconstruction, rehabilitation and maintenance of flexible and rigid pavements including recycling, preventive maintenance, routine maintenance and soil stabilization design, and construction considerations.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.


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  • CEE 735 - Pavement Management Systems

    (3 units)
    Conducts the project and network-level pavement management processes. Identifies the data to be collected and how to define the conditions of the pavement.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.


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  • CEE 736 - Advanced Asphalt Mixtures

    (3 units)
    This course includes multiple asphalt mixture design methods, index-based and fundamental asphalt mixture performance tests, and integration of innovative and sustainable technologies and materials in asphalt mixture design.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 2
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply and disseminate the data.
    3. generate, analyze, formally report and verbally communicate advance laboratory based experimental tests and findings for asphalt mixtures.


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  • CEE 737 - Advanced Modeling and Analysis of Bituminous Materials

    (3 units)
    Presents current technological advancements in modeling and data analysis of bituminous materials, focusing on fundamental and advanced test methods for asphalt binders, asphalt concrete mixtures, and other type of paving materials.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply pavement and materials engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct bituminous materials’ experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. develop means to validate raw data measurements and analyze bituminous test results.
    4. write technical reports summarizing the results and findings from advanced bituminous tests.


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  • CEE 738 - Asphalt Pavement Construction

    (3 units)
    The complete asphalt pavement construction lifecycle is covered. Procurement, planning, aggregate and asphalt mixture production, paving, traffic control, quality assurance, and acceptance. Plant and project field trips are required.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 2
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of research methodology.
    3. specify, plan, analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate asphalt paving operation requirements.


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  • CEE 741 - Geotechnical Engineering: Seepage, Slopes, Embankments

    (3 units)
    Seepage effects and control; flow net. Stability of natural and man-made slopes under various loading conditions. Design and construction of earth dams and embankments.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 742 - Advanced Soil Mechanics

    (3 units)
    Advanced and theoretical treatment of soil stress-strain relationships, consolidation and shear-strength concepts.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 745 - Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering

    (3 units)
    Seismic hazard analysis, dynamic soil properties, ground response analysis, soil structure interaction, liquefaction, earth dams, settlement from earthquakes and dynamic lateral earth pressure.

    Prerequisite(s): CEE 443 /CEE 643  or CEE 445 /CEE 645 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 746 - Advanced Foundation Engineering

    (3 to 4 units)
    Advanced topics dealing with shallow and deep foundations, including mat foundations, laterally loaded piles and culverts. Additional material dealing with machine foundation design requires prerequisite CEE 745  for additional credit.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 4

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: X
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 748 - Advanced Geotechnical Laboratory

    (3 units)
    Laboratory testing of soil and soil rock mixtures as related to civil, geological, and mining engineering projects. Tests will demonstrate geotechnical material properties and behavior.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 1
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    2. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 750 - Graduate Seminar

    (1 unit)
    Study and discussion of important new developments in particular fields of civil and environmental engineering.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 2

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Units of Lecture: 1
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. an ability to apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. an ability to design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. an understanding of research methodology.
    4. understand contemporary issues in Civil and Environmental Engineering.


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  • CEE 751 - Biological Unit Operations

    (3 units)
    Process kinetics, theory, design and operation of fixed film and suspended growth aerobic, anoxic and anaerobic biological processes.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. apply fundamental engineering concepts of material and energy balances, reaction kinetics, and mass transfer to biological unit operations for wastewater/sludge treatment.
    3. demonstrate knowledge of the applicability and limitations of different biological unit operations for wastewater/sludge treatment.


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  • CEE 752 - Physiochemical Unit Processes

    (3 units)
    Process kinetics, theory, design and operation for coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, oxidation, adsorption and membrane processes.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. apply fundamental engineering concepts of material and energy balances, reaction kinetics, and mass transfer to physicochemical unit processes for water treatment.
    3. demonstrate knowledge of the applicability and limitations of different physicochemical processes for water treatment.


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  • CEE 756 - Environmental Chemical Kinetics

    (3 units)
    An environmental chemistry/engineering approach to the quantitative analysis of chemical kinetics and transformation reactions in natural environments and engineered systems.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.


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  • CEE 757 - Emerging Water Quality Issues

    (3 units)
    This course provides insight into emerging water quality and treatment issues, such as anthropogenic pollutants, the food-energy-water nexus, water quality issues with fracking, pathogens and antibiotic resistance, and other contemporary issues.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand the context for emerging water quality issues and design appropriate treatment systems to meet site-specific challenges.


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  • CEE 761 - Traffic Simulation

    (3 units)
    Advanced techniques for developing and application of simulation models in transportation.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 762 - Mathematical Applications in Transportation

    (3 units)
    Application of mathematical modeling for transportation issues.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 763 - Traffic Safety

    (3 units)
    Advanced statistical methods for traffic safety analyses.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 764 - Transportation Systems Management and Operations

    (3 units)
    Advanced techniques for transportation systems management and operations.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 765 - Advanced Transportation Planning and Modeling

    (3 units)
    Study of four-step travel demand modeling in the planning process: trip generation, trip distribution, mode choice, and assignment

    Prerequisite(s): CEE 362  or CEE 463 /CEE 663  or GEOG 457 /GEOG 657 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 771 - Special Engineering Problems

    (1 to 3 units)
    Specialized study in any of the subjects pertaining to civil engineering. Subject matter may be arranged after conference with staff members and administrative officers concerned.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 795 - Comprehensive Examination

    (0 units)
    Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations for MS Plan B (non-thesis option) students.

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 796 - Professional Paper

    (1 to 3 units)
    Report of professional quality, based on engineering experience and independent study or investigation. May be required for completion of Plan B, Master of Science program.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 797 - Thesis

    (1 to 6 units)
    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 799 - Dissertation

    (1 to 24 units)
    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CEE 899 - Graduate Advisement

    (1 to 4 units)
    Provides access to faculty for continued consultation and advisement. No grade is filed and credits may not be applied to any degree requirements. Limited to 8 credits (2 semester) enrollment. For non-thesis master’s degree students only.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 8

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:


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Communication Studies
  

  • COM 101 - Oral Communication

    (3 units)
    Theory and practice in the composition and delivery of public speeches. Advanced techniques of message development, organization and style.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 2
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research topics to obtain quality evidence to construct a public speech.
    2. utilize an outline appropriate for speech type to organize evidence effectively.
    3. focus the purpose of a speech by articulating a thesis.
    4. craft an effective speech that contains an introduction, body, and conclusion.
    5. deliver extemporaneous speeches.
    6. verbally cite sources as appropriate.
    7. employ appropriate visual support in a speech.
    8. use audience analysis to adapt a speech.
    9. construct sound arguments through applying persuasion theory.
    10. demonstrate a favorable ethos when presenting public speeches.


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  • COM 105 - Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics I

    (2 units)
    Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research current event topics to locate, select, and organize evidence to construct a speeches for competition.
    2. listen critically, interpret, document, and respond to oral arguments.
    3. predict and resolve objections related to a particular argument.
    4. prepare and present strategies of refutation and persuasion in competitive speeches and intercollegiate speech and debate events.
    5. synthesize and apply information from previous coursework to discuss social justice issues.


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  • COM 106 - Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics II

    (2 units)
    Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research current event topics to locate, select, and organize evidence to construct a speeches for competition.
    2. listen critically, interpret, document, and respond to oral arguments.
    3. predict and resolve objections related to a particular argument.
    4. prepare and present strategies of refutation and persuasion in competitive speeches and intercollegiate speech and debate events.
    5. synthesize and apply information from previous coursework to discuss social justice issues.


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  • COM 113 - Fundamentals of Speech Communication

    (3 units) CO6
    Principles and theories of speech communication. Participation in public speaking and interpersonal communication activities.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. distinguish communication studies from other social science disciplines (such as psychology or sociology) by emphasizing principle methods of inquiry, guiding theoretical perspectives, and library resources for communication studies.
    2. identify the fundamental principles and theories of human communication including the transaction model of communication, verbal and nonverbal communication, perception, listening, and the self in communication.
    3. identify basic public speaking principles including audience analysis, rhetorical devices, persuasive appeals and features of argument.
    4. identify and apply relational dynamics theory and concepts including those related to interpersonal communication, gender communication, intercultural communication, and organizational communication.
    5. identify and demonstrate effective group communication skills including leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict management.
    6. identify contexts of public advocacy and civic engagement including political communication and leadership.


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  • COM 202 - Interpersonal Listening: Theory and Application

    (3 units)
    Theories of listening as they relate to variety of interpersonal relationships and settings.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify the importance, challenges, and benefits of effective listening.
    2. describe listening behavior.
    3. apply and integrate interpersonal listening theory and concepts to real-life situations.
    4. examine and report on scholarly research related to interpersonal listening.
    5. identify listening concepts and theories.
    6. analyze listening situations through case studies.
    7. develop and practice listening skills using HURIER model.


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  • COM 205 - Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics III

    (2 units)
    Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research current event topics to locate, select, and organize evidence to construct a speeches for competition.
    2. listen critically, interpret, document, and respond to oral arguments.
    3. predict and resolve objections related to a particular argument.
    4. prepare and present strategies of refutation and persuasion in competitive speeches and intercollegiate speech and debate events.
    5. synthesize and apply information from previous coursework to discuss social justice issues.


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  • COM 206 - Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics IV

    (2 units)
    Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research current event topics to locate, select, and organize evidence to construct a speeches for competition.
    2. listen critically, interpret, document, and respond to oral arguments.
    3. predict and resolve objections related to a particular argument.
    4. prepare and present strategies of refutation and persuasion in competitive speeches and intercollegiate speech and debate events.
    5. synthesize and apply information from previous coursework to discuss social justice issues.


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  • COM 209 - Debate and Critical Thinking

    (1 to 3 units) variable
    Principles of competitive debate including analyzing and identifying types of arguments, appeals, and value strategies. Participation in UNR debate team required. Up to 6 credits of COM 209, COM 309, and COM 409 combined can be applied to communication studies major or minor.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Prerequisite(s): UNR debate team participant.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research current event topics to locate, select, and organize evidence to construct speeches for competition.
    2. listen critically, interpret, document, and respond to oral arguments.
    3. predict and resolve objections related to a particular argument.
    4. prepare and present strategies of refutation and persuasion in competitive speeches and intercollegiate speech and debate events.


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  • COM 212 - Introduction to Communication Research

    (3 units)
    Basic approaches to research in speech communication. Introduction to historical, analytical, critical and empirical methods of investigation.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe the communication studies discipline and its related subfields.
    2. identify and distinguish between research paradigms, metatheorectical perspectives, and theory.
    3. conduct academic research by retrieving sources from library databases, evaluating scholarship, and accurately using APA citation.
    4. read and comprehend academic articles from the communication studies discipline.
    5. synthesize information to write and revise literature reviews using APA citation and formatting.
    6. compare various types of methodologies used in communication studies research.


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  • COM 217 - Argumentation and Debate

    (3 units)
    Theory and practice of oral argumentative discourse; intensive study of argumentative principles and debate fundamentals; participation in class discussions, speeches and debates.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research, gather, and evaluate evidence on current event topics to construct persuasive, extemporaneous public speeches.
    2. organize evidence using outlines to prepare arguments appropriate for persuasive speeches.
    3. focus the purpose of a speech through articulating a persuasive thesis and adapting content to given audience.
    4. deliver extemporaneous persuasive speeches including citation of sources and appropriate nonverbal delivery elements.
    5. compentenly and ethically participate in debate using reasoned arguments, developing arguments for one’s own position, and refuting opponent’s arguments.
    6. identify public speaking and argument concepts including delivery types, speech types, audience types, argument parts, persuasive appeal types, reasoning structures, and argumentation fallacies.
    7. display confidence in presenting arguments for one’s position through preparing and delivering public presentations.


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  • COM 275 - Racism, Colonialism, and Communication

    (3 units) CO10
    We will study the development of racism and colonialism as interconnected systems throughout the history of the United States, in order to understand their manifestations in public life today.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate an understanding of relationships between diversity, inequality, and power in, or through a comparison with, the United States
    2. discuss contemporary social issues and current events using theories of diversity and equity.
    3. connect histories of racism and colonialism to their contemporary manifestations in the United States.
    4. discuss the intersections of race and colonization in current U.S. affairs, events, and relations with other nations.


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  • COM 302 - Issues in Interpersonal Communication

    (3 units)
    Investigation into the role of interpersonal communication in human relations.

    Recommended Preparation: COM 113 ; COM 212 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify basic interpersonal communication concepts, terminology, and theory.
    2. synthesize research on interpersonal topics for class discussion or literature reviews.
    3. practice interpersonal communication skills to recognize and change dysfunctional relationship patterns.
    4. analyze communication interactions in case study assignments.
    5. explain how to handle difficult interpersonal situations such as conflict in productive ways.


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  • COM 305 - Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics V

    (2 units)
    Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research current event topics to locate, select, and organize evidence to construct a speeches for competition.
    2. listen critically, interpret, document, and respond to oral arguments.
    3. predict and resolve objections related to a particular argument.
    4. prepare and present strategies of refutation and persuasion in competitive speeches and intercollegiate speech and debate events.
    5. synthesize and apply information from previous coursework to discuss social justice issues.


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  • COM 306 - Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics VI

    (2 units)
    Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research current event topics to locate, select, and organize evidence to construct a speeches for competition.
    2. listen critically, interpret, document, and respond to oral arguments.
    3. predict and resolve objections related to a particular argument.
    4. prepare and present strategies of refutation and persuasion in competitive speeches and intercollegiate speech and debate events.
    5. synthesize and apply information from previous coursework to discuss social justice issues.


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  • COM 309 - Advanced Debate

    (1 to 3 units)
    Developing well-reasoned and supported arguments. Focus on identifying and responding to most pressing issues and arranging and delivering cases in an effective manner. Participation in UNR debate team is required. Up to 6 credits of COM 209, 309, 409 combined can be applied to communication studies major or minor.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission. Participation in UNR debate team required.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 3
    Offered: Other

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. argue positions more confidently and effectively for particular competition events.
    2. evaluate and critique different types of evidence and reasoning.
    3. develop and present convincing counterarguments for particular issue strategies.
    4. synthesize and apply information from previous coursework to discuss social justice issues.


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  • COM 311 - Communication Research Methods

    (3 units) CO12
    Investigation of research methods in social science research. Emphasis on quantitative and qualitative methods in communication research.

    Prerequisite(s): COM 113 ; COM 212 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. define concepts and terms associated with social scientific research in communication studies.
    2. identify and explain the different methodologies and methods utilized in the research process.
    3. apply steps of the research process including collecting data using a social research method.
    4. evaluate the use of various research methods for different research questions.
    5. complete and comply with Institutional Review Board Certifications (through CITI training) for research ethics.
    6. apply research methods to situations outside of the academy.


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  • COM 315 - Small Group Communication

    (3 units)
    Speech communication in face-to-face and co-acting groups. Analysis of group cohesiveness, leadership, role structure, information processing and decision-making.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain qualities and characteristics of effective group and team processes and the functions of communication in small groups.
    2. define major theories and concepts of small group communication.
    3. practice competent group communication skills including facilitating groups, building group cohesion, goal setting, decision making, conflict management, and group presentations.
    4. demonstrate communication skills including listening, conversation management, appropriate expression, assertivenes, and appreciation of diverse communication styles.
    5. problem-solve, research, and analyze an issue utilizing group processes.


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  • COM 317 - Organizational Communication

    (3 units)
    Analysis of communication functions and networks in organizational settings. Organizational structures and dynamics and their effect upon the communication process.

    Prerequisite(s): COM 113 ; COM 212 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. define and explain terms and principles of competent communication in organizations.
    2. explain historical events shaping organization communication studies.
    3. identify organizational communication theories and processes such as: structuration, culture, identification, socialization, leadership, power, conflict, and change.
    4. apply organizational communication theories and concepts to one’s own communication behavior or through case analysis.
    5. analyze and evaluate organizational communication processes and outcomes.
    6. create a comprehensive career portfolio for prospective employers.
    7. identify communication strategies to enhance effectiveness of organizational communication practices.


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  • COM 329 - Business and Professional Speaking

    (3 units)
    Practice of the principles of public speaking, conference methods and group discussions which are applicable to the business and professional community.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research information for business contexts in order to organize and create business and professional presentations.
    2. deliver extemporaneous business reports, proposals, and elevator speeches.
    3. construct and use appropriate and effective visual support and nonverbal delivery as part of a business presentation.
    4. identify business speaking concepts and contexts.
    5. display confidence in presenting ideas to others through practicing public speeches, interviewing, and networking.
    6. develop professional resumes, and demonstrate the ability to speak competently about professional qualifications in a business interview.


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  • COM 348 - Latina/o/x Communication Studies

    (3 units) CO10, CO11
    This course examines the role of Latina/o/x figures, concepts, and theories in the United States and in global politics. Students will address the complex, fluid, and intersectional power dynamics of a diverse community navigating multiple socio-cultural structures. (COM 348 and GRI 348 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify discourses and performances of power in a variety of local and global contexts that effect and affect the Latina/o/x global community.
    2. evaluate theory, concepts, methods, and disciplinary history within Latina/o/x Communication Studies, specifically from rhetoric, intercultural and international communication, critical/cultural communication, and performance.
    3. synthesize historical, political, and societal norms, values, and beliefs related to Latina/o/x identities.
    4. reflect on their own communication practices, preferences, and biases.


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  • COM 395 - Crisis Communication

    (3 units) CO12
    An analysis of effective and ineffective communication responses to crisis events in contemporary organizations.

    Recommended Preparation: COM 113 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. distinguish between crises and negative events.
    2. identify types of contemporary organizational crises.
    3. explain characteristics of a crisis, purpose of crisis communication, and components of crisis communication plan.
    4. develop an ethical and effective crisis communication plan.
    5. present a crisis communication plan for a specific audience.
    6. conduct a crisis communication interview.
    7. compare and apply different ethical theories to crisis communication contexts.


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  • COM 404 - Principles of Persuasion

    (3 units)
    Contemporary theory and research in persuasive communication; role of speech communication in changing beliefs, attitudes, values, intentions, and behavior.

    Prerequisite(s): COM 113 ; COM 212 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain persuasion theory and concepts.
    2. explain persuasive strategies used in different contexts such as advertising, politics, social movements, and interpersonal situations.
    3. analyze and evaluate persuasive strategies in various types of persuasive messages using rhetorical critcism methods.
    4. describe and/or create persuasive campaigns.
    5. identify rhetorical and social scientific approaches to studying persuasion.
    6. compare persuasion strategies specific to mediated contexts (television, internet, print) including strategies related to propaganda contexts.


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  • COM 405 - Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics VII

    (2 units) CO14
    Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 ; CH 201  or CH 202  or CH 203  or CH 212 ; Junior or Senior standing.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research current event topics to locate, select, and organize evidence to construct a speeches for competition.
    2. listen critically, interpret, document, and respond to oral arguments.
    3. predict and resolve objections related to a particular argument.
    4. prepare and present strategies of refutation and persuasion in competitive speeches and intercollegiate speech and debate events.
    5. synthesize and apply information from previous coursework to discuss social justice issues.


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  • COM 406 - Intercollegiate Debate and Forensics VIII

    (2 units) CO14
    Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 ; CH 201  or CH 202  or CH 203  or CH 212 ; Junior or Senior standing.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. research current event topics to locate, select, and organize evidence to construct a speeches for competition.
    2. listen critically, interpret, document, and respond to oral arguments.
    3. predict and resolve objections related to a particular argument.
    4. prepare and present strategies of refutation and persuasion in competitive speeches and intercollegiate speech and debate events.
    5. synthesize and apply information from previous coursework to discuss social justice issues.


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  • COM 407 - Gender and Communication

    (3 units) CO10
    Exploration of gendered verbal and nonverbal communication in various social interaction settings. Includes friendships, families, classrooms, organizations, and the media.

    Prerequisite(s): COM 113 ; COM 212 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. define historical and contemporary developments in gender theory.
    2. evaluate the concept of gender as it relates and interacts with related concepts including sex and sexuality.
    3. identify gendered communication practices.
    4. invent and explore alternatives to produce, consume, and enact gender beyond the usual gender binary.
    5. critically analyze the relationship between gender and major social institutions such as language, family, education, intimacy, work, and media.
    6. apply individual gendered biographies and trajectories to world contexts.


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  • COM 409 - Debate Practicum

    (1 to 3 units) CO14
    Development of debate coaching and judging skills, peer mentoring, and event planning related to intercollegiate debate competitions. Continued debate skill development. Participation in UNR debate team is required. Up to 6 credits of 209, 309, 409 combined can be applied to communication studies major or minor.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission; participation in UNR debate team required; COM 309 ; Junior or Senior standing.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 3
    Offered: Other

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. prepare and practice argument strategies for advanced levels of intercollegiate competitive debate.
    2. compete at the advanced levels of intercollegiate competitive debate.
    3. identify common judging criteria for competitive debate events.
    4. manage event scheduling and planning for debate competition.


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  • COM 412 - Intercultural Communication

    (3 units) CO10, CO11, CO13
    Theory, application, and analysis of intercultural communication including how communication impacts identity, group boundaries, preferences, and norms. Comparison of cultures within and outside the United States included.

    Prerequisite(s): General Education courses (CO1-CO3) completed; at least 3 courses from CO4-CO8 completed; Junior or Senior standing.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify intercultural communication processes.
    2. define major concepts and theories of intercultural communication.
    3. analyze intercultural communication in a variety of contexts.
    4. compare the role of historical, political, and religious factors in creating cultural stereotypes, perceptions, fears, desires, and misunderstandings between groups.
    5. demonstrate effective intercultural communication skills.
    6. compare and contrast individual communication preferences with demands of global citizenship.


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  • COM 422 - Difference and Communication

    (3 units) CO10, CO12
    Survey of the impact of social identity difference including gender, race, sexuality, religion, socio-economic status, age, nationality, and ability on communication.

    Prerequisite(s): COM 113 ; COM 212 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify how human difference impacts, enriches, and complicates life in interpersonal, organizational, familial, group, and other settings.
    2. explain how communication functions differently across social categories.
    3. analyze how power and control of social identity categories are constructed.
    4. compare the role of historical, political, and religious factors in creating social identity category stereotypes and perceptions.


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  • COM 427 - Love and Romance in Popular Communication

    (3 units)
    In this course, we will learn about the communicative elements related to how we view love and romance. By the end of this course, students will be able to critically think about the way popular communication and other sources of information create realistic and unrealistic perceptions regarding love and romance.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Prerequisite(s): COM 113 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. articulate key communication theories related to love and romance.
    2. analyze film and music content related to love and romance.
    3. apply cultural, film, and media criticism and theory to popular representations of love and romance.
    4. compare emprical findings and theories regarding love and romance to popular representations.
    5. explore and articulate their own desires regarding love and romance.
    6. teach others about love and romance in popular communication.


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  • COM 434 - Communication and Conflict Resolution

    (3 units)
    Theory and research in conflict and negotiation; emphasis on conflict management in interpersonal settings.

    Prerequisite(s): COM 113 ; COM 212  or CRJ 301 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify and describe third-party help models such as mediation.
    2. practice and demonstrate basic mediation skills.
    3. describe fundamental theories of conflict management and how conflict affects interpersonal relationships.
    4. analyze the causes and management strategies of interpersonal conflict to apply appropriate resolution skills.
    5. describe and apply the fundamental concepts of mediation to a conflict situation case study.
    6. synthesize research related to specific types of conflict situations.
    7. display civic engagement skills, written or verbally, to express, defend, and listen to multiple points of view.


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  • COM 441 - Rhetoric of Dissent

    (3 units)
    Description and analysis of public discourse by agitators and those opposed to agitation. Focus on significant movements for change in recent American history.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify social movement theory and concepts specific to communication studies.
    2. describe and evaluate rhetorical dissent strategies used by activists including the ethics and effectiveness of those strategies.
    3. compare rhetorical strategies used by various movement groups for different issues within particular socio-political-historical contexts.
    4. research and analyze elements of social movements to articulate how they emerge and fulfill rhetorical movement functions.
    5. apply dissent concepts and theory to contemporary social movements or activists.


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  • COM 454 - Alternate Dispute Resolution

    (3 units) CO14
    Review and analysis of contemporary communication-based conflict resolution alternatives, such as mediation, conciliation, arbitration, and restorative justice with an emphasis on mediation.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing; COM 113 ; COM 212 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe and explain alternative processes for resolving conflict.
    2. describe and explain various approaches to mediation.
    3. appraise diverse perspectives in solving conflict.
    4. interpret interpersonal and workplace conflict from a neutral standpoint.
    5. apply alternative dispute resolution processes to everyday situations .
    6. connect alternative dispute resolution practices to expected outcomes.
    7. synthesize research and communicate analyses of alternative dispute resolution case studies.
    8. develop basic third-party communication skills.


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  • COM 464 - Leadership: A Communication Perspective

    (3 units)
    Useful theories and practical experiences to make better leaders. Studies specific leaders, their philosophy of leadership, their ethics and effectiveness.

    Recommended Preparation: COM 317 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of fundamental theories and terms related to narrative and leadership.
    2. analyze leadership in social action.
    3. read and analyze scholarly research related to narrative leadership.
    4. create and perform their own advocacy narratives that will achieve clear objectives that advance shared values.


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  • COM 468 - Facilitating Difficult Discussions

    (3 units) CO13, CO14
    Introduce perspectives on dialogue, deliberation, and group decision-making with emphasis on the role of facilitators in creating, maintaining, and disrupting communication norms and group dynamics.

    Prerequisite(s): General Education courses (CO1-CO3) completed; at least 3 courses from CO4-CO8 completed; Junior or Senior standing; COM 113 . Recommended Preparation: COM 315 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain fundamental theories and terms related to facilitation.
    2. analyze group dynamics.
    3. evaluate scholarly research related to dialogue, deliberation, and decision-making.
    4. manage group decision-making processes by enacting facilitation techniques.
    5. explore issues of public concern or conflict by facilitating group discussions on these topics.
    6. reflect on the role of facilitator and their power to influence group dialogue and deliberation processes.


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  • COM 474 - New Media and Human Communication

    (3 units)
    Examines the role that communication and information technologies play in our social and communicative processes. Explores the development, examines the content, and explores the effects of new media.

    Prerequisite(s): COM 113 ; COM 212 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify and explain the primary areas of study in new media.
    2. define and explain the primary theories utilized in new media research.
    3. synthesize new media research.
    4. assess the communication components of various new media landscapes.
    5. evaluate the role of communication in various new media contexts.
    6. apply new media research to current organizations and communication contexts.


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  • COM 475 - Communication and Community Engagement

    (3 units) CO12, CO13
    This is a service-learning class focused on reflection, ethics, civic engagement, community building, and communication in community contexts.

    Prerequisite(s): General Education courses (CO1-CO3) completed; at least 3 courses from CO4-CO8 completed; Junior or Senior standing.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain the ways that communication functions in community settings.
    2. identify the historical sources of current cultural inequalities in various systems (i.e. education, legal).
    3. compare and analyze community organizing efforts and communication in a nonprofit setting.
    4. engage in community-service projects and collaborate with partner organizations to build solutions to community problems.
    5. explain their personal communication processes both orally and in writing, using relevant evidence to support their arguments.
    6. reflect on their service experiences and integrate their lessons into their future selves.
    7. write a civic engagement action plan.
    8. analyze ethical dilemmas in community building.


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  • COM 490 - Special Topics in Communication

    (3 units)
    Focused study of a specialized area of research in communication studies.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Prerequisite(s): COM 113 ; COM 212 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain key theories in communication studies related to the special topic.
    2. apply relevant theories to case studies related to the special topic.
    3. identify, summarize, and synthesize current scholarly conversations related to the special topic.


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  • COM 495 - Independent Study

    (1 to 3 units)
    Open to juniors and seniors specializing in speech communication.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 8

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. articulate an original research question to pursue a research project.
    2. develop and design appropriate steps to conduct a research project.
    3. devise strategies for and collect data relevant to the research project.
    4. write research results appropriate for academic format or project.
    5. assist in faculty member research or pedagogy.


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  • COM 499 - Internship

    (2 to 3 units)
    Supervised intern experience in commercial, non-profit, public, or government organizations. Only three credits count toward major or minor.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply academic knowledge in a professional setting to solve practical real-world problems.
    2. develop and demonstrate skills and competencies specific to an occupation or profession.
    3. develop and demonstrate relational skills relevant to a professional setting.
    4. apply new knowledge gained from professional setting to enhance classroom education.


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  • COM 604 - Principles of Persuasion

    (3 units)
    Contemporary theory and research in persuasive communication; role of speech communication in changing beliefs, attitudes, values, intentions, and behavior.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain persuasion theory and concepts.
    2. explain persuasive strategies used in different contexts such as advertising, politics, social movements, and interpersonal situations.
    3. analyze and evaluate persuasive strategies in various types of persuasive messages using rhetorical criticism methods.
    4. describe and/or create persuasive campaigns.
    5. identify rhetorical and social scientific approaches to studying persuasion.
    6. compare persuasion strategies specific to mediated contexts (television, internet, print) including strategies related to propaganda contexts.


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  • COM 607 - Gender and Communication

    (3 units)
    Exploration of gendered verbal and nonverbal communication in various social interaction settings. Includes friendships, families, classrooms, organizations, and the media.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. define historical and contemporary developments in gender theory.
    2. evaluate the concept of gender as it relates and interacts with related concepts including sex and sexuality.
    3. identify gendered communication practices.
    4. invent and explore alternatives to produce, consume, and enact gender beyond the usual gender binary.
    5. critically analyze the relationship between, and the inequities present within, gender and major social institutions such as language, family, education, intimacy, work, and media.
    6. apply individual gendered biographies and trajectories to world contexts.


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  • COM 612 - Intercultural Communication

    (3 units)
    Theory, application, and analysis of intercultural communication including how communication impacts identity, group boundaries, preferences, and norms. Comparison of cultures within and outside the United States included.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify intercultural communication processes.
    2. define major concepts and theories of intercultural communication.
    3. analyze intercultural communication in a variety of contexts.
    4. compare the role of historical, political, and religious factors in creating cultural stereotypes, perceptions, fears, desires, and misunderstandings between groups.
    5. demonstrate effective intercultural communication skills.
    6. compare and contrast individual communication preferences with demands of global citizenship.
    7. synthesize and evaluate literature in intercultural communication.


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  • COM 622 - Difference and Communication

    (3 units)
    Survey of the impact of social identity difference including gender, race, sexuality, religion, socio-economic status, age, nationality, and ability on communication.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify how human difference impacts, enriches, and complicates life in interpersonal, organizational, familial, group, and other settings.
    2. explain how communication functions differently across social categories (such as culture, nationality, race, and gender).
    3. analyze how power and control of social identity categories are constructed through communication.
    4. compare the role of historical, political, and religious factors in creating social identity category stereotypes and perceptions.
    5. analyze and write a research paper on communication and difference.


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  • COM 634 - Communication and Conflict Resolution

    (3 units)
    Theory and research in conflict and negotiation; emphasis on conflict management in interpersonal settings.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify and describe third-party help models such as mediation.
    2. practice and demonstrate basic mediation skills.
    3. describe fundamental theories of conflict management and how conflict affects interpersonal relationships.
    4. analyze the causes and management strategies of interpersonal conflict to apply appropriate resolution skills.
    5. describe and apply the fundamental concepts of mediation to a conflict situation case study.
    6. synthesize research related to specific types of conflict situations.
    7. display civic engagement skills, written or verbally, to express, defend, and listen to multiple points of view.


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  • COM 641 - Rhetoric of Dissent

    (3 units)
    Description and analysis of public discourse by agitators and those opposed to agitation. Focus on significant movements for change in recent American history.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify social movement theory and concepts specific to communication studies.
    2. describe and evaluate rhetorical dissent strategies used by activists including the ethics and effectiveness of those strategies.
    3. compare rhetorical strategies used by various movement groups for different issues within particular socio-political-historical contexts.
    4. research and analyze elements of social movements to articulate how they emerge and fulfill rhetorical movement functions.
    5. apply dissent concepts and theory to contemporary social movements or activists.


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  • COM 654 - Alternate Dispute Resolution

    (3 units)
    Review and analysis of contemporary communication-based conflict resolution alternatives, such as mediation, conciliation, arbitration, and restorative justice with an emphasis on mediation.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe and explain alternative processes for resolving conflict.
    2. describe and explain various approaches to mediation.
    3. appraise diverse perspectives in solving conflict.
    4. interpret interpersonal and workplace conflict from a neutral standpoint.
    5. apply alternative dispute resolution processes to everyday situations.
    6. connect alternative dispute resolution practices to expected outcomes.
    7. synthesize research and communicate analyses of alternative dispute resolution case studies.
    8. develop basic third-party communication skills.


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  • COM 664 - Leadership: A Communication Perspective

    (3 units)
    Useful theories and practical experiences to make better leaders. Studies specific leaders, their philosophy of leadership, their ethics and effectiveness.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe fundamental theories and terms related to narrative and leadership.
    2. analyze leadership in social action through written reflections by incorporating use of these terms and theories.
    3. read and analyze scholarly research related to narrative leadership.
    4. create and perform their own advocacy narratives by researching social problems and organizing semester-long public narrative campaigns to achieve clear objectives that advance shared values.


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  • COM 668 - Facilitating Difficult Discussions

    (3 units)
    Introduce perspectives on dialogue, deliberation, and group decision-making with emphasis on the role of facilitators in creating, maintaining, and disrupting communication norms and group dynamics.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain fundamental theories and terms related to facilitation.
    2. analyze group dynamics.
    3. evaluate scholarly research related to dialogue, deliberation, and decision-making.
    4. manage group decision-making processes by enacting facilitation techniques.
    5. explore issues of public concern or conflict by facilitating group discussions on these topics.
    6. reflect on the role of facilitator and their power to influence group dialogue and deliberation processes.


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  • COM 690 - Special Topics in Communication

    (3 units)
    Focused study of a specialized area of research in communication studies.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain key theories in communication studies related to the special topic.
    2. apply relevant theories to case studies related to the special topic.
    3. identify, summarize, and synthesize current scholarly conversations related to the special topic.
    4. apply concepts to analyze data and/or write research projects.


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  • COM 700 - Research Methods

    (3 units)
    Research methodologies in speech communication.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. delineate the epistemological differences between qualitative and quantitative research approaches through class readings and discussion.
    2. explain the basic characteristics of at least three qualitative approaches and analyze which approaches are appropriate to address a particular research question through a method analysis project.
    3. gain experience and expertise in a single qualitative approach by collecting data for a research project.
    4. undertake elementary analysis of qualitative data through coding, practice with computer assisted qualitative data analysis.
    5. explain how qualitative research is sound, valid, ethical, and rigorous by taking the IRB certification training and through course readings and discussion.
    6. identify the components of a qualitative research proposal and article through analyzing ideal texts, course readings, and discussion.


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  • COM 701 - Introduction to Graduate Studies in Communication

    (3 units)
    History of the discipline, main intellectual themes, and focal epistemologies and methodologies.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify fundamental theories and terms related to communication.
    2. analyze communication and social justice issues and controversies.
    3. read and analyze scholarly research in communication studies.
    4. create and perform their own academic presentations of their research.
    5. evaluate communication studies methods.
    6. explain and evaluate epistemological debates in communication studies.


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  • COM 705 - Critical Communication Pedagogy

    (3 units)
    Instruction in critical communication pedagogy theory and development of skills associated with active learning and accessible teaching techniques.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. use contemporary pedagogical theory to create educational student activities and assignments.
    2. demonstrate how concepts of critical pedagogy could be employed in their classes.
    3. identify ways to apply principles of inclusion and diversity in their teaching.
    4. assemble a complete and useful teaching portfolio.
    5. craft lesson plans that promote active learning.
    6. write a syllabus that provides students the information they need while upholding institutional standards.
    7. create meaningful Student Learning Outcomes.
    8. compose functional rubrics for assigning grades to student work.
    9. use the guidelines of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to develop accessible course content.


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  • COM 720 - Seminar: Interpersonal Communication

    (3 units)
    Theory and research in one-to-one communication.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe and explain the wide breadth of interpersonal communication research and theories.
    2. investigate a specific question in interpersonal communication.
    3. critically evaluate and appreciate differing perspectives on interpersonal communication topics.
    4. review related research and create an academic report on a specific interpersonal communication research topic.
    5. summarize talking points and facilitate discussions on interpersonal communication topics.


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  • COM 730 - Seminar: Organizational Communication

    (3 units)
    Communication behavior and the evaluation-decision process in human organizations.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. examine and discuss the influence of historical events that have shaped organizational communication today.
    2. articulate and apply key organizational communication perspectives, theories, and issues.
    3. demonstrate critical thinking about the role of communication in – and as constitutive of – organizations.
    4. apply course material to a variety of situations, including to your organizational experiences, to current events, and to representations of organizations in popular culture.
    5. propose basic organizational research and understand the challenges, constraints, and ethics of studying contemporary organizations.
    6. identify communication strategies to enhance effectiveness of organizational communication practice.


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  • COM 740 - Rhetorical Criticism

    (3 units)
    Rhetorical criticism and methods including skills, application, and evaluation of public discourse through traditional and contemporary approaches.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain major theories, methods, and debates related to the practice of rhetorical criticism.
    2. identify and apply different approaches and models of criticism to texts.
    3. write original rhetorical analyses of public discourse.


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  • COM 760 - Seminar: Communication Theory

    (3 units)
    Communication theory as it applies to the design, research and management of communication systems.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify major theories, theorists, and problematics animating different areas of communication studies.
    2. synthesize and evaluate scholarly arguments related communication theory and conflict.
    3. analyze communication cases and apply appropriate theoretical frameworks in understanding those cases.


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  • COM 790 - Seminar: Special Topics in Communication

    (3 units)
    Focuses on specialized research area or disciplinary subfield in communication studies. Repeatable if topics differ.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain theories, concepts, debates, and major topics in the special topic area.
    2. identify, summarize, and synthesize current scholarly conversations related to the special topic area.
    3. apply relevant theory or methods to produce research or applied projects in the special topic area.


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  • COM 793 - Independent Study

    (1 to 3 units)
    Independent work on research projects with faculty supervision.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. articulate an original research question to pursue a research project.
    2. develop and design appropriate steps to conduct a research project.
    3. devise strategies for and collect data relevant to the research project.
    4. assist in faculty member research or pedagogy.


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  • COM 795 - Comprehensive Examination

    (1 to 3 units)
    Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations either as an end of program comprehensive examination or as a qualifying examination for doctoral candidates prior to being advanced to candidacy.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. write competent answers to written exam questions posed by a committee.
    2. competently defend answers to committee questions during an oral defense.
    3. complete a thesis will propose and defend a prospectus to a committee.


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  • COM 797 - Thesis

    (1 to 6 units)
    Students conduct original research and write a thesis for completion of the master’s degree.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Independent Study: X
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. conduct and write an original research in the form of a thesis.
    2. competently defend answers to committee questions during an oral defense of the thesis project.


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Community Health Sciences
  

  • CHS 101 - Introduction to Community Health Sciences

    (3 units)
    Introduction to basic terminology, concepts, and strategies of public and community health.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain public health history, philosophy and values.
    2. identify the core functions of public health and the 10 Essential Services.
    3. list major causes and trends of morbidity and mortality in the U.S.
    4. discuss the science of primary, secondary and tertiary prevention in population health, including health promotion, screening, etc.
    5. explain effects of environmental factors on a population’s health.
    6. explain behavioral and psychological factors that affect a population’s health.
    7. explain the social, political and economic determinants of health and how they contribute to population health and health inequities.
    8. explain how globalization affects global burdens of disease.
    9. explain an ecological perspective on the connections among human health, animal health and ecosystem health.


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  • CHS 102 - Foundations of Personal Health and Wellness

    (3 units)
    Explore health values, attitudes, and behaviors of self and others. Design personal wellness plans.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate appropriate linguistic proficiency in writing and verbally.
    2. identify and retrieve academic journal articles that relate to personal health topics.
    3. summarize the content of an academic journal article and relate to course content.
    4. describe how individual health depends upon a complex interplay of social, behavioral, environmental and biological factors.
    5. develop a plan to improve personal health that that includes goals, measurable objectives, related activities and expected outcomes.


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  • CHS 109 - NevadaFIT (Freshmen Intensive Transition)

    (1 unit)
    A five-day intensive academic program emulating the rigors of a midterm week during a normal college semester. (ABNR 109, ACE 109, BUS 109, CHS 109, COLA 109, EDU 109, ENGR 109, JOUR 109, PSY 109 and SCI 109 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the ten.)

    Prerequisite(s): first-semester freshmen standing.

    Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
    Units of Lecture: .33
    Units of Discussion/Recitation: .33
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: .33
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify the expectations for success in college-level examinations, homework assignments and laboratories.
    2. apply learning and study strategies and time management skills to enhance academic success.
    3. interact appropriately, comfortably and successfully with University faculty staff, and peers.
    4. identify and use University, College, and Department resources to support academic goals.


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  • CHS 111 - Medical Terminology

    (1 unit)
    Self-learning approach to terminology used in medical professions. Emphasis on understanding word roots and building vocabulary.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 1
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain the meaning of medical terms by analyzing their component parts.
    2. demonstrate understanding of basic human anatomy and physiology, correlating this to medical terminology.
    3. explain the main functions of body systems.
    4. spell medical terms by understanding how the word parts are combined, appreciating the importance of accurate spelling in a medical environment.


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  • CHS 200 - Introduction to Public Health Biology

    (3 units)
    Overview of human disease, implication of disease management, and current disease processes.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify biological principles required to understand infectious and non-infectious diseases of public health importance.
    2. describe how to survey diseases systematically within body systems in regard to general considerations, definition and classification, pathogenesis, clinical findings (signs/symptoms, laboratory findings, imaging), complications, prevention, treatment.
    3. describe how to integrate health promotion and disease prevention through understanding the biological basis for identifying risk/susceptibility factors for different populations.
    4. assess the relationship among screening, recommendations, and other therapeutic approaches related to disease prevention.
    5. discuss the differences in advocacy for the health of a community versus advocacy for health of an individual.
    6. explain biological and genetic factors that affect a population’s health.


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  • CHS 211 - Technical Writing in the Health Sciences

    (3 units)
    Improve student skills in developing and presenting written discussion of a health science topic; gain experience with norms and guidelines for successful writing in the sciences.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. categorize and appraise the relevant health sciences literature that is the background for a research question.
    2. synthesize health sciences literature in an appropriately written review that includes paraphrasing, comparison, and assessment.
    3. describe the writing process and stages of successful writing.
    4. apply the APA and AMA notation styles for citing sources and attributing credit.
    5. create structured and unstructured abstracts that summarize a new paper.
    6. practice expository writing in the health sciences.
    7. communicate public health information in both oral and written forms.
    8. locate, use, evaluate, and synthesize public health information.
    9. explain the role of quantitative and qualitative methods and sciences in describing and assessing a population’s health.


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