Courses listed in this catalog are subject to change through normal academic channels. New courses and changes in existing coursework are initiated by respective departments or programs. Courses numbered 100–199 are primarily for freshmen; 200–299 for sophomores; 300–399 for juniors; 400–499 for seniors. Courses with numbers preceded by zeros represent courses that will appear on the transcript but are not applicable toward graduation requirements.
Music Theatre Senior Showcase
In this capstone course students will engage in continued in research, professional preparation and rehearsal for a Senior Showcase to be presented for select industry professionals. Additional course fee required.…
Theatre Senior Showcase
In this capstone course students will engage in continued in research, professional preparation and rehearsal for a Senior Showcase to be presented for select industry professionals. Additional course fee required.…
Theatre Senior Thesis
This senior-level capstone course allows students to work on faculty-approved production project in their primary area of focus and concentration. This course is required of all BFA and BA theatre majors not completing…
Senior Project
This senior-level capstone course allows students to work on a faculty-approved production project in their primary area of focus and concentration. This course is required of all BFA (Stage Management) and BA Theatre…
Provides a comprehensive introduction to communication sciences and disorders to the introductory-level student. Students gain basic knowledge in the areas of anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing, and an…
Students observe and/or job shadow, clinical practice across a variety of communication disorders and ages in a variety of settings. Prerequisite: 111.
This course provides study of structure and function of the respiratory, phonatory, auditory, articulatory, and nervous systems and their contribution to speech, language, and hearing. Prerequisite: 111
Introduction to Phonetics
Provides a basic understanding of the recognition and production of spoken English sounds with analysis of their formation, phonetic transcription of speech, phonetic aspects of dialect variation. Prerequisite: 111
Normal Speech & Language Development
Neruo-typical speech and language development across the life span. Prerequisite: 111
Neural Basis of Communication
Provides an introduction to cognitive neuroscience associated with speech and language, including structure and functioning of the central nervous system, research methods in neuroscience, and theories and models of…
Covers basic information on the physics of sound, acoustics, basic hearing science, the acoustic analysis of speech, and speech perception. It also introduces the physics, anatomy and physiology of respiration,…
Introduction to hearing aid and cochlear implant components/characteristics, speech reading, the psychosocial effects, communication impairments, and remediation options for hearing loss across the life span.
Introduction to Language Disorders
Etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of language impairments across the life span. Prerequisite: 313, 322.
Etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of speech sound disorders across the life span. Prerequisites: 312, 313, 323.
Intercultural Communication
Equips students with the knowledge and skills to become competent and confident intercultural communicators. Prerequisites: 313, 322.
Digital Imaging
This course considers the aesthetic, technical, and conceptual practices associated with producing digital images. Students will use basic digital cameras and mobile devices to make digital images and refine and…
Introduction to Visual Communication
Students will learn the basics of design and layout, typography, video production, motion graphics, animation and web design. Students learn concept generation techniques and explore design methodologies, as well as…
Fundamentals of Speech
This course focuses on the function of verbal communication in society. The mastering of positive listening behaviors, nonverbal communication techniques, and the skillful use of language are stressed. Students practice…
Communication Research Methods
Introduction to the research tools necessary to locate, understand, evaluate, and synthesize social scientific arguments regarding communication processes. Curriculum includes the philosophy of the social sciences,…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to communication studies students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit. For specific…
Experiential Learning: Internship
Experiential Learning: Internship (12 Credits) Non-classroom experiences in the field of business. Placements are generally off-campus, and may be full-or part-time, and with or without pay. Credit for experiences must…
Independent Study
Individual and independent reading, research, and writing under the guidance of a School of Business faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. A written learning contract must be…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to communications studies students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit. For specific…
Experiential Learning: Internship
Experiential Learning: Internship (12 Credits) Non-classroom experiences in the field of business. Placements are generally off-campus, and may be full-or part-time, and with or without pay. Credit for experiences must…
Independent Study
Individual and independent reading, research, and writing under the guidance of a School of Business faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. A written learning contract must be…