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CMDS 477 - Articulation and Phonology
This course serves as an introduction to articulation and phonology. This course aims to provide students with a scientific understanding of the nature of both phonological and articulatory disorders as well as assist them in applying this knowledge to clinical situations.
Prerequisites: CMDS 200, 261, 470, and 472. CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 480 - Clinical Practice
This course comprises Option 1 for the Capstone Integrating Experience in Communication Disorders. The student will obtain direct clinical experience with clients who exhibit a variety of communication disorders. Students’ responsibilities include: writing lesson plans; conferring with clinical supervisor and parents; utilizing clinical materials, equipment and computer programs; and writing reports. Taken by consent of instructor. May be repeated. Initial registration is limited to three (3.0) credit hours. Registration for summer is for all ten weeks. Students majoring in communication disorders must demonstrate clinically appropriate speech/language/hearing skills prior to enrollment in clinical practicum.
Prerequisites: CMDS 200, 261, 380, 460, 470, 472, 473, and 477; observation of 25 hours of evaluation and management and a 3.0 grade point average overall and in all CMDS courses. CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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CMDS 488 - Independent Studies
Special problems and research in language, communication disorders, audiology, special population, and related areas.
Prerequisite: advanced arrangement with instructor.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CMDS 489 - Culminating Experience in Communication Disorders
This course comprises Option 2 for the Capstone Integrating Experience in Communication Disorders. The course is designed to allow students to integrate their knowledge of speech/language pathology with skills in professional writing. To this end, students will write weekly papers summarizing topic presentations given by professionals or viewed from videos. Topics may range from Alzheimer’s disease to deafness. Students will refine their writing by demonstrating weekly improvements in the areas of content, grammar, and punctuation. In addition, students will log instructor’s comments and corrections onto a weekly recording form. Implications that these topics have for society, people needing services, and service providers will be addressed.
Prerequisites: CMDS 200, 261, 380, 460, 470, 472, 473, 477, and 490. CMDS majors only. Certification also requires two science courses with lab components; AGSC 100 does not meet certification requirements.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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CMDS 490 - Organization and Administration of Speech Pathology Services
Organizational structures and administrative practices related to the provision of services to persons with communication disorders. Characteristics of professional practice in a variety of settings, with emphasis on relevant legal statutes and guidelines. History of the development of communication disorders as an interdisciplinary field of research and professional practice; current professional issues.
Prerequisites: CMDS 200, 261, 380, 460, 470, 472, 473, and 477. CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 550 - Counseling, Collaboration and Consultation with Patients and Families of Individuals with Communication Disorders
This course examines theory and practice in handling the unique problems of individuals with communication disorders and their families with an emphasis on the importance of interdisciplinary input in the management of this population. Participants develop familiarity with the procedures and instrumentation used to evaluate the psychosocial ramifications associated with communication disorders as well as some basic counseling strategies.
Prerequisites: CMDS 200, 261, 460, and 472; CMDS major. CMDS 380 can be taken prior to or in conjunction with the course.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (offered spring only)
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CMDS 550G - Counseling, Collaboration and Consultation with Patients and Families of Individuals with Communication Disorders
This course examines theory and practice in handling the unique problems of individuals with communication disorders and their families with an emphasis on the importance of interdisciplinary input in the management of this population. Participants develop familiarity with the procedures and instrumentation used to evaluate the psychosocial ramifications associated with communication disorders as well as some basic counseling strategies.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the CMDS, Speech Language Pathology Masters program.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (offered spring only)
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CMDS 560 - Professional Writing Seminar
This seminar will provide the student in communication disorders with intensive instruction in clinical writing in preparation for the clinical experience as well as future employment. The following areas of writing will be addressed: format of scientific writing, diagnostic reports, treatment plans, SOAP notes, professional correspondence, Individual Education Plans (IEP), and ethical issues in report writing.
Prerequisite: CMDS 380. CMDS majors only.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CMDS 560G - Professional Writing Seminar
This seminar will provide the student in communication disorders with intensive instruction in clinical writing in preparation for the clinical experience as well as future employment. The following areas of writing will be addressed: format of scientific writing, diagnostic reports, treatment plans, SOAP notes, professional correspondence, Individual Education Plans (IEP), and ethical issues in report writing.
Prerequisites: CMDS 380 and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CMDS 561 - Advanced Speech Pathology
This course examines communication problems resulting from disorders of voice, fluency, and phonology. Etiology, types, defining characteristics and associated problems will be examined within each area. Assessment and treatment options for each area will be discussed and implemented.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CMDS 474. CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 561G - Advanced Speech Pathology
This course examines communication problems resulting from disorders of voice, fluency, and phonology. Etiology, types, defining characteristics and associated problems will be examined within each area. Assessment and treatment options for each area will be discussed and implemented.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CMDS 474 and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 562 - High Risk Infants
Familiarizes students with the concept of high risk as it applies to infants. Factors which contribute to a high-risk label being applied to an infant will be discussed. The developmental outcome of high-risk infants during the pre-school and school age years will be presented. Assessment and intervention strategies, as well as available materials, will be outlined. Parental and family concerns will also be discussed relative to the special adjustments and needs of the high-risk infant.
Prerequisite: CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 562G - High Risk Infants
Familiarizes students with the concept of high risk as it applies to infants. Factors which contribute to the high risk label being applied to an infant will be discussed. The developmental outcome of high risk infants during the preschool and school-age years will be presented. Assessment and intervention strategies, as well as available materials, will be outlined. Parental and family concerns will also be discussed relative to the special adjustments and needs of the high risk infant.
Prerequisite: Admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 563G - Special Topics: Dysphagia
Diagnosis and clinical management of dysphagia in adults and children. Normal swallow and swallows of neurological origins will be studied using a variety of techniques. Multidisciplinary approach related to diets, in-service programs and counseling of patients and families.
Prerequisites: CMDS 561 or (CMDS 561G and CMDS 669G), Director’s permission, and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 564 - Voice Disorders
Theories of voice production, emphasizing voice defects, related pathologies, and therapeutic procedures.
Prerequisite: CMDS 561 or CMDS 561G. CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 564G - Voice Disorders
Theories of voice production, emphasizing voice defects, related pathologies, and therapeutic procedures.
Prerequisites: (CMDS 561 or CMDS 561G) and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 566 - Diagnosis of Communication Disorders
Etiologies of communication disorders, emphasizing diagnostic procedures, interviews, history techniques, parental counseling, report writing, and referral.
Prerequisite: eligibility for CMDS 480, Clinical Practice. CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 566G - Diagnosis of Communication Disorders
Etiologies of communication disorders, emphasizing diagnostic procedures, interviews, history techniques, parental counseling, report writing, and referral.
Prerequisites: (CMDS 200, CMDS 261, CMDS 380, CMDS 460, CMDS 470, CMDS 472, CMDS 473, CMDS 477, Department Chair’s permission, admission to the communication disorders graduate program) or (concurrent enrollment in CMDS 681G).
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 568 - Phonological Disorders
An overview of phonological theory, evaluation, and treatment methods for disorders of phonology enabling the student to effectively design a therapeutic program.
Prerequisites: CMDS 561 or CMDS 561G. CMDS majors only.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 568G - Phonological Disorders
An overview of phonological theory, evaluation, and treatment methods for disorders of phonology enabling the student to effectively design a therapeutic program.
Prerequisites: (CMDS 561 or CMDS 561G) and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 578 - Clinical Applications of Computers in Communication Disorders
This course presents an overview of the computer applications available to clinicians for diagnosis and remediation of persons who have communication disorders. Emphasis will be placed on applications which are used directly with clients in speech and language intervention.
Prerequisites: permission of the Department Chair, and prior experience with special populations such as CMDS 480 Clinical Practice or CMDS 681G Advanced Clinical Practice.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 578G - Clinical Applications of Computers in Communication Disorders
This course presents an overview of the computer applications that are available to clinicians for diagnosis and remediation of persons who have communication disorders. Emphasis will be placed on applications which are used directly with clients in speech and language intervention.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Department Chair and prior experience with special populations such as CMDS 480 Clinical Practice or CMDS 681G Advanced Clinical Practice.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 650G - Multidisciplinary Geriatric Healthcare Seminar
Study and practice of interdisciplinary healthcare model. Students will engage in a geriatric healthcare practicum with students from other disciplines such as nursing, osteopathic medicine, health and exercise science, and psychology.
Prerequisite: Admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 0.5 hours
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CMDS 660G - Stuttering
Current theories and treatment of stuttering. Emphasizes behavioral aspects and the communicative implications of the disorder.
Prerequisites: (CMDS 561 or CMDS 561G) and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 661G - Language Disorders: Children
Characteristics of children with specific language disabilities, and consideration of language delay versus language disorder; theoretical and practical approaches to evaluation and intervention with children who have language delays and disorders. Emphasis on sociolinguistic view of language development and instruction, and multi-cultural awareness.
Prerequisites: CMDS 681G and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 662G - Language Disorders: Adults
Neurological disorders related to speech and language disorders; neurological background, historical and modern contributions, symptomatology, etiology, evaluation, and rehabilitation. CMDS majors only.
Prerequisites: CMDS 681G and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 663G - Oro-facial Anomalies
Types and degrees of palatal and facial deformities, emphasizing speech habilitation for persons with cleft palates.
Prerequisites: (CMDS 561 or CMDS 561G), CMDS 681G, and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 667G - Research Methodology
Methods, rationale, and statistical knowledge necessary to complete research. Background necessary to read and interpret research in communication disorders and special education journals and related publications.
Prerequisites: CMDS 681G and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 669G - Neurogenic Motor Speech Disorders
Presenting symptoms, diagnoses, and clinical approaches for the management of the dysarthrias. Emphases given to traditional and innovative approaches of clinical management.
Prerequisites: CMDS 470, CMDS 681G, and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 671G - Advanced Clinical Audiology
Advanced audiological theory, techniques, and clinical procedures as related to differential diagnosis.
Prerequisites: CMDS 681G and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 3 hours
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CMDS 672G - Seminar: Hearing Disorders
Analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of contemporary trends and research in audiology.
Prerequisites: CMDS 671G and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CMDS 676G - Clinical Process Commentary 1
The Clinical Process Commentary 1 (CPC1) consists of the first part of a sequence of major projects that emphasize strong ties between the academic and clinical curricula, provide opportunity for formative and summative evaluation, and provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate depth of knowledge and expertise through both oral and written presentation. The CPC1 will be a prerequisite for the CPC2 which is the second part of the entire Clinical Process Commentaries.
Prerequisites: Graduate student standing in CMDS and permission of instructor
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CMDS 677G - Clinical Process Commentary 2
The Clinical Process Commentary 2 (CPC2) consists of the second part of a sequence of major projects that emphasize strong ties between the academic and clinical curricula, provide opportunity for formative and summative evaluation, and provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate depth of knowledge and expertise through both oral and written presentation. The CPC2 is completed following successful completion of the CPC1 which is the first part of the entire Clinical Process Commentaries.
Prerequisites: Graduate student standing in CMDS, successful completion (P) of CPC1, and permission of instructor
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CMDS 679G - Seminar: Advanced Topics in Language Development and Language Disorders
Advanced literature dealing with development of language content, form, and use. Disorders of language in terms of their impact on learning disability and school performance.
Prerequisite: Discipline Chair’s permission and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CMDS 680G - Seminar: Speech Disorders
Directed reading, research, or evaluation of current publications of individual interest.
Prerequisites: (CMDS 561 or CMDS 561G) and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CMDS 681G - Advanced Clinical Practice
Clinical practice in application of advanced techniques for speech and hearing disorders.
Prerequisites: Admission to the communication disorders graduate program and Discipline Chair’s permission.
Credits: 1-3 hours
Students majoring in communication disorders must demonstrate clinically appropriate speech/language/hearing skills prior to enrollment in clinical practicum.
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CMDS 682G - Internship in Hospital/Clinic
The internship provides intensive, clinical, and administrative experience with a variety of clinical disorders under the direct supervision of a master clinician.
Prerequisite: 3.00 GPA in the program prior to enrollment, approval of the communication disorders faculty prior to enrollment, and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 4 hours
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CMDS 683G - Internship in Public School
The internship provides intensive, clinical, and administrative experience with a variety of clinical disorders under the direct supervision of a master clinician.
Prerequisite: 3.00 GPA in the program prior to enrollment, approval of the communication disorders faculty prior to enrollment, and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 4 hours
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CMDS 688G - Independent Studies
Investigation of special problems in speech pathology, audiology, reading, special population, and related areas under faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: Advance arrangement with instructor and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 1-6 hours
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CMDS 689G - Research in Communication Disorders (Thesis)
Advanced student writes a thesis on a subject of his/her choice as approved by the advisor under the direction of the departmental faculty.
Prerequisites: 3.50 graduate GPA, CMDS faculty mentor approval, and admission to the communication disorders graduate program.
Credits: 1-6 hours
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CML 100 - Career Exploration for Classical and Modern Language Students
This course assists students in exploring career options once they graduate. Extensive use of the Career Center will enable students to identify their strengths and plan for internships, entry-level jobs, and graduate programs for which language skills are valued.
Credits: 1 hour
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CML 101 - Pre-MAE Seminar in Foreign Language Education
Four one-hour sessions designed to explain both the MAE program and State of Missouri teaching certification requirements. Should be taken during the freshman or sophomore year.
Credits: 0 hours
When Offered: (offered spring only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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CML 429 - Studies in Foreign Language
Individualized study designed to meet specific needs of students. May be repeated for credit with consent of Department Chair with a different topic.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor and Department Chair.
Credits: 1-6 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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CML 451 - Internship for Language and Literature
On-the-job specialized training in fields generally accepted as needing language and literature field experience to complement the student’s academic training. Must be concurrently enrolled in CML 452. For each 4 hours of internship credit, the student must take 1 hour of Evaluation and Analysis. See Internship Application for further information and application procedures. Pass/Fail only. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship. Application packets are available in the Classical and Modern Languages Department Office.
Prerequisite: permission of academic advisor, instructor, and Department Chair.
Credits: 3-12 hours
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CML 452 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship
Research, evaluation, and analysis of internship experiences. Must be concurrently enrolled in CML 451. For each 4 hours of internship credit, the student must take 1 hour of Evaluation and Analysis. See Internship Application for further information and application procedures. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship. Application packets are available in the Classical and Modern Languages Department Office.
Prerequisite: permission of academic advisor, instructor, and Department Chair.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CML 529G - Studies in Foreign Language
Individualized studies designed to meet specific language needs of the student. May be used with study abroad to complete content area component in foreign language for the Master of Arts in Education.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor and Department Chair.
Credits: 1-6 hours
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CML 608G - Management of Instruction
Presents an overview of second language acquisition theory and methodologies. Focuses on the teaching of foreign languages to elementary, middle, and high school students. A field-based teaching practicum is required. The course is a direct preparatory experience for the internship and students should plan to enroll in CML 608G prior to ED 609G.
Prerequisite: Admission to the MAE program.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 170 - Public Speaking
Students may test out or place out of this course. Please contact the Communication Department Office for further information. This course develops an understanding of the fundamental principles and processes of human communication. Students practice and refine their skills as public speakers through frequent in-class presentations, critiques, and discussions.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Speech Essential Skill of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 240 - Principles of Communication
This course will survey a variety of perspectives and traditions within the communication discipline. Focusing on message construction, consumption and analysis, students will learn of critical, humanistic and social scientific frameworks. Students will be able to: define key terms and perspectives within the discipline, recognize the traditions within the discipline, and intelligently discuss the basic issues surrounding human interaction and communication.
Prerequisites: (COMM 170 or COMM 270 or COMM 272 or COMM 273 or COMM 274 or COMM 276); AND communication major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 250 - Mass Communication
Overview of the crucial roles that media play in modern society, with emphasis on theoretical perspectives and ethical clarification. The course focuses on structure and history of media industries. Students gain a critical, contextual understanding of media structures, history, and theories.
Prerequisite: COMM 170 or COMM 270 or COMM 272 or COMM 273 or COMM 274 or COMM 276.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 251 - Media Writing
This course covers the fundamentals of information gathering and writing used by newspapers, television, radio, and online reporters, and public relations practitioners. Course also focuses on review of grammar skills, critical evaluation of writing, and deadline writing.
Prerequisites: COMM 240 and COMM 250.
Credits: 4 hours
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 252 - Interpersonal Communication
This course involves a critical look at interpersonal communication. The class includes analysis, synthesis, and testing of theories relevant to various contexts and issues of interpersonal communication. Students will be expected to recognize and manage their own patterns of communication as well as understand major issues involved in studying communication as an interpersonal dynamic.
Prerequisites: COMM 240 and COMM 250.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 263 - Communication and Democracy
Provides students with both theoretical and applied information concerning the role of communication in the democratic process. Historical survey ranges from public address to the Internet. Issues addressed include “marketplace of ideas,” freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and ethical use of the mass media.
Prerequisites: COMM 240 and COMM 250.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 270 - Advanced Public Speaking
The course focuses on the theoretical principles of public speaking and provides advanced practical experience in the preparation, delivery, and evaluation of public discourse.
Prerequisite: COMM 170 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 272 - Speech Communication Activities
Participation in forensics. Emphasizes improving presentation.
Prerequisites: Director of Forensics and Department Chair’s permission.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 273 - Oral Interpretation
The study of literary texts through the medium of performance including various critical and interpretive perspectives.
Prerequisite: COMM 170 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 274 - Parliamentary Procedure
Study and practice in conducting and participating in formalized group and committee meetings.
Prerequisite: COMM 170 or equivalent.
Credits: 1 hour
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COMM 276 - Oral Advocacy and Debate
Applied argumentation and persuasive skills are developed through study of the theory and practice of competitive debate and forensics.
Prerequisite: COMM 170 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 278 - Business and Professional Communication
This course focuses on developing oral and written skills in the business setting. Emphasizes business writing, interviewing, oral reporting, and use of electronic media in professional presentations.
Prerequisite: COMM 170 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 315 - Family Communication
An introduction to communication within the setting of the family. Communication is central in the initiation, growth, and change of families. Theories, models, and research methods suggest meaningful ways to study processes that characterize most families, such as decision-making and negotiation of roles and rules. The overall goal of this course is to help students better understand how people (individually and collectively) develop, maintain, enhance, or diminish family relationships. A variety of types of families in a variety of cultures will be included.
Prerequisite: COMM 252 or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 320 - Environmental Rhetoric in Theory and Praxis
This course seeks to examine the American environmental movement through the lens of rhetorical analysis. Students will learn the basic principles of rhetoric and the means through which the key players of the environmental movement have gotten their message out about their cause.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 340 - Critical Perspectives on Performance
Surveys the development of fundamental relationships among various critical perspectives and the possibilities for performance of literary and social texts, including such topics as mimesis, phenomenology, and reception theory.
Prerequisite: COMM 240 or COMM 357.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 345 - Film as Dialogue: The Social Power of Cinema
This Student-Initiated Course asks students to think critically about film as a mode of communication that engages identity constructions and politics, cultural influences, and social effects. This course examines film as a messaging system that may reflect or promote sociocultural norms, but also may enable audiences to negotiate meanings and use film as a site of resistance and/or self-expression. In addition to having roots in the theoretical models and approaches of communication as a field of study, the course also incorporates interdisciplinary frames with links to a variety of fields of study, including gender studies, English, history, sociology, anthropology, psychology, and philosophy. In this course, students will learn critical theories and how the application of them can unearth new meanings in films through screenings, readings, and analyses of particular films, especially those that reflect films that both counter and support political or social agendas, specifically those that define or contest normative identities.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 349 - News Reporting and Writing
This course covers the advanced techniques of reporting and writing used in preparing newspaper and magazine articles, in addition to developing critical skills of writing. Students will contribute to the campus newspaper and convergent media.
Prerequisite: COMM 251.
Credits: 4 hours
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 350 - Media Criticism
Inquiry into how media messages (broadcasts, cinema, magazines, advertising, or news programs) shape cultural practices and legacies. Focus is on critiquing media messages in ways that reveal the distinctions between mediated and non-mediated messages. Various critical frameworks (e.g., semiotic, feminist, Marxist) will be examined and applied to media messages.
Prerequisites: COMM 240, COMM 250, and junior or senior status.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 351 - Communication Practicum
Supervised participation in communication-related pre-professional or co-curricular activities either on or off campus. May be repeated for a total of five hours. Approval of Department Chair required.
Prerequisites: consent of instructor and Practicum Board.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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COMM 352 - History of American Journalism
This course presents the history and development of American journalism and mass media from Colonial times to the present and also examines the relationship of journalism to technical, economic, political, and other aspects of American society.
Prerequisites: COMM 240 and COMM 250.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 353 - Critical Perspectives on Public Relations
Applications of communications principles and critical examination of methods used by individuals and institutions to relate to their respective publics.
Prerequisite: COMM 251.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 355 - Broadcast Production
A lecture/laboratory course that includes discussion of issues of programming and production in radio and television broadcasting and cable. Experiential learning activities focus on the principles, disciplines, techniques, and technology of production with experience in news production for television and radio, including news writing, reporting, shooting/recording, and editing.
Prerequisite: COMM 349.
Credits: 4 hours
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COMM 357 - Survey of Rhetoric
Survey of Western thought about rhetoric from its classical origins to its post-modern permutations. Emphasis is on the interactions between rhetorical theories and practices in historical contexts and through time.
Prerequisites: COMM 240 and COMM 250.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 360 - Rhetorical Criticism
This course offers instruction in the analysis and evaluation of persuasive discourse. Emphasis is on contemporary public discourse intended to arouse, activate, or enlighten. Students learn to question assumptions underlying rhetoric and to test claims it makes.
Prerequisites: COMM 240 and COMM 250.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 365 - Argumentation
The study of practical reasoning and fallacies from Aristotle’s concept of logos to modern conception of argument in public and private discourse.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 370 - Group Process
Theory and application of the concepts related to the dynamics of human communication in small group settings. Group interaction is studied as a means of learning, understanding others, and decision-making.
Prerequisite: COMM 252.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 375 - Rhetoric and Medicine
A study of communication within the healthcare professions as it relates to concepts of health, disease, and illness.
Prerequisite: COMM 357.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
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COMM 382 - Communication Theory
Students in this course survey the major developments and status of modern theories in communication. This course focuses primarily on social/behavioral theories that inform our understanding of communication between and among individuals and the media.
Prerequisites: COMM 240 and COMM 250.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 385 - American Rhetorical Traditions
Surveys “Great Speeches” in the American rhetorical tradition and critically analyzes major rhetorical movements in American history. The course examines the relationship among rhetoric, ideology, and the development of American culture.
Prerequisite: COMM 357 or a classics major or a classical studies minor with permission of the Communication Department Chair.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 390 - Classical Rhetoric
Introduction to the historical and theoretical antecedents of speech communication. This course will examine rhetorical theory, speechwriting, and practice during the classical period, ranging from the Sophists through Augustine.
Prerequisite: COMM 357.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 392 - Experimental Methods and Survey Research
This course surveys experimental methods and survey research used in communication studies and the assumptions, practices, and limitations of these methods.
Prerequisites: STAT 190 and COMM 382.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 401 - Rhetoric of Women’s Rights
Students will examine discourse, written, spoken and mediated, that is related to attempts by women to achieve economic, political, and social rights equal to men’s.
Prerequisite: COMM 357 or a women’s and gender studies minor with permission of the Communication Department Chair.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 410 - Media and Social Theory
This course surveys the philosophical roots and intellectual history of social theory in mass communication, journalism, and media studies. Students engage primary texts from pragmatism, sociology, mass culture, critical theory, and British cultural studies. It cultivates a critical, grounded understanding of social theory and its relevance to contemporary research and concerns about media and society.
Prerequisite: COMM 250.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 420 - Intercultural Communication
This course is a survey of the nature, processes, and consequences of communication between individuals and groups from different cultures and/or subcultures. Students will learn to recognize and evaluate the behavioral, communicative, political, and ethical consequences in such interactions.
Prerequisites: COMM 240 and junior or senior status.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 429 - Political Communication
Inquiry into the development and presentation of political messages for public consumption, as well as message function in social and political contexts, including campaign discourse, political debates, and presidential rhetoric. Focus is on identifying the dominant theories and methodologies employed in the study of political communication and exploring the application of these to scholarly study and professional campaign work.
Prerequisite: COMM 357.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
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COMM 442 - Publication Design and Layout
Provides basic theories of design and layout for a variety of publications, including newspapers, magazines, the Web, and newsletters. The course introduces students to the use of desktop software essential to complete class projects.
Prerequisites: COMM 250 and communication major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 450 - Editing
This course teaches students how to critically edit news copy and graphics and make editorial decisions, as well as develop a better understanding of legal and ethical issues of communication. The course also includes a grammar review. Laboratory work on the campus newspaper is required.
Prerequisite: COMM 367.
Credits: 4 hours
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COMM 453 - Magazine and Feature Writing
Provides extensive practice writing newspaper features and magazine articles. Students learn how to analyze markets, target ideas, write query letters, research and write articles of various formats, in addition to developing critical skills of writing.
Prerequisite: COMM 251.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 454 - Advertising
Considers advertising as a communication phenomenon and a business. Information about and limited practice in the production of print and broadcast advertising and the planning and execution of advertising campaigns. Serious consideration given to such topics as advertising’s role in a capitalistic free society, potential advertising effects, and ethical advertising practices.
Prerequisite: COMM 251.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 455 - Media Law
This course covers the American legal system, First Amendment principles relating to freedom of expression, laws that directly restrict or enhance information gathering and message dissemination in mass media, and the differences between law and ethics.
Prerequisite: COMM 251.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 456 - Advanced Radio Broadcasting
A lecture/laboratory course that includes basic issues in radio broadcasting rules and regulations, as well as experience in the preparation, writing, and production of radio programming, such as news and public affairs, continuity, public service, and specialty music programs. Learning activities include practical experience through participation and extensive laboratory work in the operation of KTRM.
Prerequisite: COMM 355.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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COMM 457 - Advanced Television Production
A lecture/laboratory course that focuses on theory and principles of planning, pre-production, production and post-production of television public affairs programming with emphasis on the roles of the producer and director. Experiential learning includes refining and applying advanced broadcast techniques in practical field and studio production settings, as well as additional experience in operating post-production editing technology. Strong emphasis on public affairs, documentary, and news production, including research and writing, editing and presentation skills through individual and class projects.
Prerequisite: COMM 355.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 458 - Special Topics Seminar
An advanced topical seminar. Specific topic areas will be listed in class schedule as Special Topics Seminar Communication Arts, Communication Science, or Journalism.
Credits: 3 hours
May be repeated.
NOTE: Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
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COMM 471 - Persuasion Theory
This course is a study of social and psychological variables that influence values, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. It is designed to promote students’ understanding of the fundamental principles and theories of persuasive communication, as well as considerations for application and enhancement of students’ competence in the production and consumption of persuasive discourse.
Prerequisite: COMM 382.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 478 - Readers’ Theatre/Chamber Theatre
Theoretical foundations and principles of reader’s theatre and chamber theatre productions, including script adaptation and development, directing, and performance of scripts.
Prerequisite: COMM 273.
Credits: 3 hours
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COMM 480 - Organizational Communication
This course provides an overview of the crucial roles that communication plays in modern organizations. A grounding of organizational theory occurs in the opening weeks. One assignment requires student teams to apply a theoretical perspective to a real organization in a truncated communication audit. Other topics include the impact of electronic media on the modern organization, the role and function of work teams, and perspectives on the development and operation of organizational leadership.
Prerequisite: COMM 382. Recommended: COMM 300.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 481 - Undergraduate Readings in Communication
An opportunity for the undergraduate student to earn credit through readings not covered in his/her previous courses.
Prerequisite: Communication Department Chair’s consent.
Credits: 1-4 hours
May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit.
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COMM 487 - Internship
On-the-job specialized training in fields generally accepted as needing communication field experience to complement the student’s academic training. See Internship Application for further information and application procedures. Pass/Fail only. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship. Applications are available in the Communication Department Office.
Prerequisites: permission of academic advisor, Internship Board, and Communication Department Chair.
Credits: 1-6 hours
May be repeated for a total of eight hours.
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COMM 488 - Internship Evaluation
Research, evaluation, and analysis of internship experiences. Must be concurrently enrolled in COMM 487. For each 4 hours of internship credit, the student must take 1 hour of Evaluation. See Internship Application for further information and application procedures. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship. Application packets are available in the Communication Department Office.
Prerequisites: permission of academic advisor, Internship Board, and Communication Department Chair.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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COMM 490 - Contemporary Rhetoric
An examination of current trends and issues in rhetorical theory, based upon the study of Twentieth Century rhetorical concepts. Issues regarding the relationship of rhetoric to other disciplines, including science, ethics, philosophy, and literature will be investigated.
Prerequisite: COMM 357.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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COMM 495 - Communication Ethics
This course will provide an understanding of the ethical and philosophical framework of decision-making needed for a communication professional. Students will examine contemporary and classic case studies in all areas of the communication discipline and complete a research project. This is the communication capstone course.
Prerequisites: (COMM 350, COMM 360, or COMM 392), and COMM 382.
Credits: 3 hours
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COUN 641G - The Counseling Profession
This is an introductory counseling course covering some of the basic issues that will confront the beginning practitioner. Issues to be addressed include history of the helping professions, professional roles and functions, professional organizations, ethical standards and legal issues, professional preparation standards, professional credentialing, and public policy processes.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Counseling program.
Credits: 3 hours
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COUN 642G - Advanced Topics in Counseling
In-depth study of selected topics in counseling. Emphasis on current theory and research. Can be repeated for additional credit hours as long as there is no duplication of materials covered by previous enrollment.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Counseling program.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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