7. Course
Descriptions
(ACAD) ACADEMICS
- ORIENTATION PROGRAM
SUSAN MAGUN-JACKSON, Ph.D., Director
Room 203, Administration Building
The Orientation
Program offers a 3-hour credit course for entering freshmen only. This course
has been specially designed to assist freshmen in making the transition to
higher education by introducing them to the expectations and opportunities
provided by the University.
ACAD 1100.
Introduction to the University. (3).
History, philosophy, and principles of higher education, with emphasis on The
University of Memphis. Special attention to developing student skills necessary
to meet the intellectual expectations of the university. OPEN TO FRESHMEN ONLY.
(ACCT)
ACCOUNTANCY
JAMES LUKAWITZ, Ph.D., C.P.A., Faculty Director of Academic Programs
CRAIG LANGSTRAAT, L.L.M., C.P.A., Interim Dean for Academic Programs
Room 114, Fogelman College of Business and Economics Building
Students must have junior standing and have met specific
course prerequisites with a grade of C (2.0) or better to be eligible for all
3000- and 4000-level courses. In addition to these requirements, students
seeking a degree in the Fogelman College of Business and Economics must have
(1) completed all required lower division business courses with a minimum grade
of C (2.0) in each; (2) minimum of 2.25 GPA in all required lower division
business courses and MATH 1312, and (3) 55 hours of course work including MATH
1312 and 9 hours of English (See B.B.A. Degree Requirements-General
Requirements).
In addition to specific prerequisites, junior standing or
permission of the Faculty Director of Undergraduate Programs is a prerequisite
for all 3000 and 4000 level courses in The Fogelman College of Business and
Economics.
ACCT 2010.
Fundamentals of Accounting I. (3). Introduction
to measurement, realization, classification and disclosure concepts about
businesses’ financial statement; emphasis on how managers, creditors, and
investors can analyze financial accounting information to make investment,
financing, and operating decisions.
ACCT 2020.
Fundamentals of Accounting II. (3).
Introduction to measurement and disclosure concepts about cost and profit of
products, services, and organizational units; emphasis on how managers can use
internal and external information to make resource allocation decisions, to
plan and to control investment and make operating decisions. PREREQUISITE: ACCT
2010.
ACCT 3010.
Managerial Accounting. (3). Accounting as
it relates to managerial control. Includes financial statement analysis
including price level changes, cost controls, budgeting, quantitative
accounting techniques for decision making in management. PREREQUISITE: ACCT
2020. This course is for non-accounting majors only.
ACCT 3110.
Intermediate Accounting I. (3). Review of
accounting process and financial statements; cash; receivables and short-term
investments; inventories; investments in equity securities, income recognition;
operational assets; intangibles. PREREQUISITES: ACCT 2020.
ACCT 3120.
Intermediate Accounting II. (3). Long-term
debt; corporations, formation and changes after formation; retained earnings;
investments in debt instruments; statement of cash flows; pensions; leases;
E.P.S.; deferred income taxes; accounting changes; financial reporting and
changing prices. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 3110.
ACCT 3310. Cost
Accounting. (3). Cost systems, including
job order, process, and standard, as management information systems for
planning and control. Allocation of indirect costs, preparation of variable
budgets, and determination of standard cost variances and their meaning.
PREREQUISITES: ACCT 2020.
ACCT 3510.
Federal Income Tax I. (3). Introduction to
the federal income taxation of individuals. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 2020.
ACCT 4020.
Accounting Systems. (3). (4450).
Accounting systems analysis and design emphasizing the accounting cycles
approach; theory of systems control in an organizational setting; holistic
approach of synthesizing the accounting, financing, operating, and production
functions where applicable. On-site practicum with an actual company.
PREREQUISITES: ACCT 3110.
ACCT 4210.
Advanced Accounting. (3). Partnerships,
statement of affairs, receiver’s accounts, statement of realization and
liquidation, business combinations and consolidated financial statements, fund
accounting, international accounting. Enrollment restricted to students who are
governed by catalogs prior to 1993-1994. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 3120.
ACCT 4240.
Auditing. (3). Ethics in accounting
practices, internal control, auditing standards and procedures, programs of
audit of various accounts, reports to clients. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 3120, 4020.
ACCT 4241-6241.
Advanced Auditing. (3). (0551). In-depth
background in three technical areas of auditing: statistical plans, selection
techniques, and statistical measurement. Analytical review techniques. EDP
auditing. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 4240.
ACCT 4300.
Financial Statement Analysis. (3).
Comprehensive and up-to-date treatment of analysis of financial statements in
assessing an organization’s risk in decision making. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 2020.
ACCT 4310.
Advanced Cost Accounting. (3). Budgets,
determination of standards, variances and their functions, cost reports, profit
projecting, direct costing, gross profit and break-even analysis,
cost-profit-volume analysis, capital expenditure control, comparative cost
analysis. Enrollment restricted to students who are governed by catalogs prior
to 1993-1994. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 3310.
ACCT 4410.
Advanced Computer Applications In Accounting. (3). Advanced techniques for the use of computer application
packages and programming in such areas as financial modeling, financial
analysis, productivity, and presentation as well as other applications of
current and anticipated interest and benefit to the accounting profession.
Enrollment restricted to students who are governed by catalogs prior to
1993-1994. PREREQUISITES: ISDS 2749 or equivalent.
ACCT 4520-6520.
Federal Income Tax II. (3). Introduction
to the federal income taxation of corporations, partnerships, estates and
trusts. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 3510.
ACCT 4540.
Governmental, Health Care/Not-for-Profit Accounting. (3). Basic accounting and reporting procedures for governmental
units, universities and other not-for-profit entities. PREREQUISITE: ACCT 2010.
ACCT 4910.
Problems in Accounting. (1-3). Students
will conduct approved projects in major area under supervision of faculty.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of Director of Undergraduate Programs.
ACCT 4911.
Internship in Accounting. (1-6).
Internship in business organization to gain on-the-job experience. Project to
be approved, supervised by area faculty member. Credit allowed only after
acceptance of report, varies with complexity of duties. PREREQUISITES: senior
standing and a minimum GPA of 2.75.
ACCT 4920-29.
Special Topics in Accounting. (3). Varied
topics. May be repeated once with change in topic. PREREQUISITE: permission of
Accounting Area Coordinator.
ACCT 4996. Senior
Honors Thesis in Accountancy. (3).
Independent research open only to those students enrolled in the honors
program. Thesis supervised by faculty member; approved by the Director of the
School. PREREQUISITES: senior standing and permission of the director of the
college honors program.
(AERO) AEROSPACE
STUDIES
LIEUTENANT COLONEL ROBERT N.
HUTCHINGS, JR. M.S .Professor of Aerospace Studies
Room 118, Hayden Hall
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~AFROTC/
AERO 1111. The
Air Force Today. (1). Survey course
designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and Air Force
ROTC. Topics include Air Force mission and organization, customs and
courtesies, officer opportunities, problem solving, and communication skills.
One class hour per week and one and one-half hours of Leadership Laboratory. * [G]
AERO 1112. The
Air Force Today. (1). Continuation of AERO
1111. One class hour per week and one and one-half hours of Leadership
Laboratory. * [G]
AERO 2211. The
Air Force Way. (1). Survey course designed
to facilitate the transition from AFROTC cadet to officer candidate. Topics
include Air Force heritage and leaders, Quality Air Force, ethics and values,
leadership, group problem solving, and communication skills. One class hour per
week and one and one-half hours of Leadership Laboratory. * [G]
AERO 2212. The
Air Force Way. (1). Continuation of AERO
2211. One class hour per week and one and one-half hours of Leadership
Laboratory. * [G]
PROFESSIONAL
OFFICER COURSE
AERO 3211.
Aerospace Studies Four-Week Field Training. (4). Twenty-eight day course conducted during summer at active
installation of USAF, consists of approximately 185 hours of instruction in Air
Force base functions, leadership, physical training, Air Force environment,
career orientation, and survival training. Students assigned to groups of
twenty-five and individually counseled and evaluated on their performance.
Emphasis on self-initiated leadership activities. PREREQUISITE: AERO 1111,
1112, 2211, 2212, or equivalent.
AERO 3212.
Aerospace Studies Six Week Field Training. (6). Forty-two day course conducted during summer at active
installation of USAF. Consists of approximately 258 hours of instruction on
role of military forces, organization of Defense Department, instruments of
national security, Air Force base functions, leadership, physical training and
Air Force environment. Students are assigned to groups of approximately
twenty-five and individually counseled and evaluated on their performance.
AERO 3311. Air
Force Leadership and Management. (3).
Study of leadership and quality management fundamentals, professional
knowledge, Air Force doctrine, leadership ethics, and communication skills
required of an Air Force junior officer. Case studies are used to demonstrate
and exercise practical application of concepts studied. Three class hours per
week and one and one-half hours of Leadership Laboratory.*
AERO 3312. Air
Force Leadership and Management. (3).
Continuation of AERO 3311. Three class hours per week and one and one-half
hours of Leadership Laboratory.*
AERO 4411.
Preparation for Active Duty. (3). Examines
the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics,
and Air Force doctrine. Special topics include the military as a profession,
officership, military justice, civilian control of the military, and
preparation for active duty. Within this structure, continued emphasis is given
to refining communication skills. Three class hours per week and one and one
half hours of Leadership Laboratory.*
AERO 4412.
Preparation for Active Duty. (3). Continuation
of AERO 4411. Three class hours per week and one and one-half hours of
Leadership Laboratory.*
*Leadership
Laboratory. Freshman-/Sophomore-level
topics (supporting the General Military Course) include Air Force customs and
courtesies, drill and ceremonies, issuing military commands, instructing,
environment of the Air Force officer, and officer opportunities.
Junior-/Senior-level topics (supporting the Professional Officer Course)
include such advanced leadership experiences as planning and controlling cadet
wing activities, preparing and presenting oral and written communication, and
providing the guidance and information needed to train and motivate other
cadets. One and one-half hours per week.
(ANTH)
ANTHROPOLOGY
DAVID H. DYE, Ph.D., Chair
Room 316, Manning Hall
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~anthropology/
ANTH 1100. Human
Origins and Variation. (3). Biocultural
basis for understanding humans; emphasis on fossil record and origins and
development of humans, human society and culture; primate models and human
behavior; human variation. [G]
ANTH 1200.
Cultural Anthropology. (3). Origin and
development of human culture; social relations, language, government, religion
and ritual, and problems of developing nations or minority groups in modern
world. [G]
ANTH 3111. Human
Paleontology. (3). Hominid fossil record
starting with primate developments; human evolution; human osteology.
ANTH 3200.
Peoples and Cultures of the World. (3). (Same as GEOG 3200). Major ethnographic areas and selected cultures of the
world.
ANTH 3231. Native
Peoples of North America. (3). Description
and distribution of prehistoric remains; contemporary peoples and cultures of
Central and South America; comparisons and interrelationships during pre- and
post-contact periods.
ANTH 3232.
Cultural Heritage of Latin America. (3).
Description and distribution of prehistoric and contemporary peoples and
cultures of South America and Mesoamerica; comparisons and interrelationships
during pre- and post-contact periods.
ANTH 3242.
Peoples of Africa. (3). Description and
distribution of peoples and cultures of Africa; comparisons and inter-relationships
during pre- and post-contact periods.
ANTH 3282.
Cultural History of American Communities. (3). Cultural historic interpretation of formation, development
and transformation of diverse community life-patterns in America; emphasis on
analysis of community as it reflects change in settlement patterns, kinship
networks, political, religious, economic and value systems in American society.
[G]
ANTH 3300. The
Ascent to Civilization. (3). (Same as HIST 3300). Interdisciplinary integrative examination of nature of
civilization through investigation of origins of civilization and comparative
study of world’s earliest civilizations. PREREQUISITE: 9 hours of anthropology
and/or history including either ANTH 1100 or HIST 1301. [I]
ANTH 3351. Old
World Archaeology. (3). Old World cultures
from first humans to early civilizations.
ANTH 3511.
Culture, Kin and Family. (3). Changing
structure of family in Western and non-Western societies; cross-cultural
approaches to mate selection, courtship rituals, kinship organization,
institution of marriage, division of labor and authority in household, and
childbearing; variation and flexibility in family structures as adaptive
strategies for environmental, social and cultural change.
ANTH 3711.
Culture and Technology. (3). Anthropological
survey of development of technology and its impact on organization of industry
and work from prehistoric through post-industrial societies; consideration of
such current issues as public control of technology, labor market segmentation,
and quality of working life, in context of comparative analysis of both
pre-industrial and industrial societies.
ANTH 4010.
Anthropological Methods of Field Research. (3-6). Various qualitative and quantitative methods of
anthropological research; includes preparing for field research, collecting
data, analyzing data and writing ethnographic descriptions of contemporary
societies. [W]
ANTH 4020-6020.
Visual Archiving in Anthropology. (3).
Anthropological use of photography as a research tool; emphasis on anthropological
field, museum, and laboratory photography. NOTE: Prospective students are
advised to obtain a list of course expenses from the Anthropology Department
before registering. PREREQUISITE: ART 2701 or permission of instructor.
ANTH 4051-6051.
Anthropology and Education. (3). Advanced
study of cultural transmission process with emphasis on identifying differing
behavioral, cognitive and learning styles of various ethnic groups within
American society and selected third world countries; encounters of U.S. subcultural
groups with public education system. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
ANTH 4065-6065.
Contemporary Anthropological Theory. (3).
Contemporary growth of theories and methods in anthropology.
ANTH 4111-6111.
Human Adaptations. (3). Examines the
physical and cultural adaptations of humans in an ecological context;
information from primate studies, the archaeological record and studies of
contemporary societies; ecological context of physical adaptations, cultural
adaptations, language, social organization. PREREQUISITE: ANTH 1100, 1200 or
permission of instructor.
ANTH 4120-6120.
Africa’s New World Communities. (3).
Survey of African American cultures in the New World emanating from 17th and
18th centuries slave trade; focus on African Diaspora; Caribbean, Central
America, South America and North America.
ANTH 4200-6200.
Ecological Anthropology. (3). Critical
examination of concepts for ecological analysis of formation, maintenance and
change of human social groups; draws on the archaeological record and
contemporary studies to examine interactions between cultures and environments;
implications of the ecological approach for the study of human societies.
PREREQUISITE: ANTH1100, 1200 or permission of instructor.
ANTH 4220-6220.
Human Dimensions of Natural Resource Management. (3). Role of culture in the use and management of natural resources; discusses how societies
construct knowledge about nature and attribute value to it; examines how
indigenous knowledge, alternative value systems and traditional management
strategies influence policy decisions at the local, national, and international
levels. PREREQUISITE: ANTH 4200 or permission of instructor.
ANTH 4251-6251.
Psychological Anthropology. (3). Examines
the relationship between culture and personality; cross-cultural comparison of
perspectives on cognition, mental illness, ethnopsychiatry and ethnotherapies.
ANTH 4252-6252.
Economic Anthropology. (3). Comparative
analysis of economic systems and their functional relationships to other
aspects of culture; cultural constructions of wealth, value, property.
ANTH 4253-6253.
Anthropology of Religion. (3). Comparative
analysis of religious systems and their functional relationships to other
cultural institutions; interrelations of myth, magic, and ritual; types of
religious institutions and religious practitioners.
ANTH 4255-6255.
Applied Anthropology and Development. (3).
Cross-cultural review of processes of change, grassroots development and
planning in the industrialized world, models of change, specializations in
applied anthropology, and development of public policy on international issues
of housing, education, health and economic development.
ANTH 4301-6301.
Archaeology of North America. (3). (3331).
Description and distribution of prehistoric cultural remains in North America
and MesoAmerica; major regional sequences, extending from the earliest
evidences of human occupation until historic times.
ANTH 4325-6325.
Archaeological Field Techniques. (3).
Instruction in field excavation, specimen preparation, use of survey
instruments and photography, map making, archaeological record keeping; may be
repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. PREREQUISITE: permission of
instructor.
ANTH 4326-6326.
Archaeological Laboratory Techniques. (3). Methods
and techniques in archaeological laboratory analysis; emphasis on organization
and supervision of laboratory procedures. PREREQUISITE: permission of
instructor.
ANTH 4333-6333.
Archaeological Site Reconnaissance. (3).
Field course to provide basic understanding of applied archaeology including
governmental Phase I, Phase II research; site survey, site mapping, surface
collections, site testing and rapid site assessment. PREREQUISITE: permission
of instructor.
ANTH 4336-6336.
Native Peoples of the Mid-South. (3).
Archaeology and ethnology of Southeast; intensive study of various Native
American cultures of Tennessee and bordering states. PREREQUISITE: ANTH 1100,
1200 or permission of instructor.
ANTH 4360-6360.
Environmental Reconstruction. (3).
Advanced study of cultural ecology in past environmental regimes; emphasis on
interdisciplinary approach to extinct social systems and their relationship
with the environment.
ANTH 4370-6370.
Historic Archaeology. (3). Review of
contributions of archaeologists to historical research; methods and techniques
of archaeologists as required and modified by excavation and interpretation of
historic materials; allied specialties unique to Historic Archaeology including
documentary investigations and conservation and restoration of existing
structures.
ANTH 4380-6380.
Museums in Society. (3). (Same as ARTH 4380). History of museums and how they function in society; development of
major collections and role of museums as centers of research and education and
as interpreters of social values.
ANTH 4382-6382.
Professional Practices In Museums. (3). (Same as ARTH 4382). Basic aspects of museum organization; roles of director
and trustees; responsibilities of professional staff including registrars and
curators; and scope of museum education programs; features presentations by
museum professionals. [W]
ANTH 4390-6390.
Archaeology. (3). Introduction to basic
archaeological concepts; topics include history of archaeology; theory,
methodology, techniques and research strategies.
ANTH 4411-6411.
Urban Anthropology. (3). Anthropological
studies of pre-industrial and industrial cities; urbanization, movements of
social transformation and other processes of adjustment to urban milieu; urban
slums, ethnic enclaves and housing developments in cross-cultural perspective;
urban kinship and social organization; urban community development; urban
research techniques.
ANTH 4412-6412.
Neighborhood Development & Poverty. (3).
Role of various institutions and their relationship to developmental needs of
inner-city neighborhoods; evolution of American cities as context for
understanding urban neighborhoods and poverty; role of government and
foundations in shaping policy at local level; rise of neighborhood associations
and non-profits as extensions of family values; contributing to better
understanding of neighborhoods and various intervention strategies.
ANTH 4413-6413.
Anthropology of Tourism. (3). Advanced
study of developing field of tourism in anthropology; explores cultural
dynamics and dilemmas of tourism and tourist development; different forms of
tourism (mass, elite, eco, ethnic and heritage) assessed both in terms of
impacts on host culture and its environment as well as tourists themselves;
tourism assessed as a development alternative, a driver of cultural change, and
a form of local, regional national, international and intercultural relations.
PREREQUISITE: ANTH 1200.
ANTH 4414-6414.
Comparative Work and Production Systems. (3). Advanced study of changes in work units and production systems beginning
with early industrial capitalism, evolving through stages of integrated mass
production, and finally the current restructuring of a global system; focus on
flexible mass production, involvement of the periphery, workplace innovation,
international labor migration and human resource development. PREREQUISITE:
ANTH 1200 or ANTH 3282.
ANTH 4420-6420.
American Folklore. (3). Selected genres of
American folklore, including folk religion and belief, folk medicine, folksong
and music, narrative and humor (jokes and riddles); comparisons to other
cultures; emphasis on role of folklore in maintenance of tradition, in social
change, and in concept of culture.
ANTH 4511-6511.
Medical Anthropology. (3). Cross-cultural
analysis of bio-behavioral components of infectious, nutritional, genetic,
chronic and psychiatric diseases; individual and cultural reactions to medical
care, professionals and health care delivery systems.
ANTH 4531-6531.
Alcohol, Culture, and Biology. (3).
Cross-cultural comparison of beliefs, rituals, meaning of alcohol consumption
and alcoholism; examination of biological and cultural evidence for development
of alcohol related problems. Implications for prevention, early intervention,
and treatment.
ANTH 4541-6541.
Nutritional Anthropology. (3). Cross-cultural
comparison of human diet; assessment; cultural and health value of foods;
hunger and malnutrition; acculturation and dietary change.
ANTH 4551-6551.
Culture and Childbirth. (3). Review of
biological, environmental, social and cultural factors influencing human
reproduction; individual, community and clinical approaches to fertility, birth
control, pregnancy, birth and post-partum care; alternative delivery systems.
ANTH 4561-6561.
Cultural Context of Deviant Behavior. (3).
Reviews perceptions of normality in different societies, cultural definitions
of and responses to deviance, promotion and discouragement of inappropriate
behavior; evaluates mental illness, violence, drug abuse, cannibalism, suicide,
sexual practices and everyday behavior in relation to cultural definitions of
normality.
ANTH 4840-6840.
Israel: Antiquity in Modernity. (3). (Same as JDST 4840-6840).
Interdisciplinary examination of relationship between ancient traditions and
modern issues in Israel; emphasis on relationship between historical
conditions, conflicts, and interconnections, and new choices facing Israel.
ANTH 4841-6841.
Biblical Archaeology. (3). (Same as JDST 4841-6841). Relationship
between historical texts in Hebrew Bible and historical evidence from
archaeological research in Israel and surrounding area; emphasis on how
archaeological evidence and biblical narratives illuminate each other.
ANTH 4975.
Directed Individual Readings. (1-3).
Intensive guided survey of anthropological and related literature; student selects
a topic in consultation with a faculty member and chair.
ANTH 4985.
Directed Individual Research. (1-3).
Intensive guided research, data analysis and presentation; student selects a
topic in consultation with a faculty supervisor and chair.
ANTH 4990-99.
Special Topics in Anthropology. (3). May
be taken for a maximum of 6 credit hours when topic varies.
(ARAB) ARABIC
Department of
Foreign Languages and Literatures
RALPH ALBANESE, Ph.D., Chair
Room 375, Dunn Hall
ARAB 1101.
Elementary Arabic. (3). (LALI 1701002).
Principles of pronunciation; everyday expressions; basic sentence patterns
through oral practice, writing and reading.
ARAB 1102.
Elementary Arabic. (3). (LALI 1702002).
Continued study of sentence patterns through oral and written practice. PREREQUISITE:
ARAB 1101 or equivalent.
ARAB 2201.
Intermediate Arabic. (3). (LALI 2701002).
Continued study of sentence patterns through oral and written practice.
PREREQUISITE: ARAB 1102 or equivalent.
ARAB 2202.
Intermediate Arabic. (3). (LALI 2702002).
Continued study of sentence patterns through oral and written practice.
PREREQUISITE: ARAB 2201 or equivalent.
(ARCH)
ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY
Department of
Engineering Technology
RONALD LEE DAY, M.A., Chair
Room 203, Engineering Technology Building
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~engtech/home.html
ARCH 1555.
History of Architecture. (3). Major trends
in architecture from prehistoric times to present; emphasis on impact of
technological and social changes on prevailing architectural styles.
ARCH 1561.
Building Technology I. (3). Building types
and building systems; emphasis on the effect of scale, materials, assembly
systems and detail methods upon architectural design; drafting of details
included. Two lecture hours, three studio
hours per week. PREREQUISITE: TECH 1521.
ARCH 1562.
Building Technology II. (3). Advanced
study of building types and building systems; material and their propertied as
related to architecture; drafting of details included. Two lecture hours, three studio hours per week. PREREQUISITE: ARCH
1561.
ARCH 2451.
Introduction to Surveying. (3). (1451).
Surveying practices, calculations, and use of topographical conventions. Two lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: MATH 1213.
ARCH 2555.
Architectural Design I Studio. (4).
Architectural schematics and design; sketching, design studies, model building
and freehand drawing; principles of graphic communication, including sketching,
lettering, perspective, 3-dimensional forms employing light, shade and shadow.
(F). PREREQUISITE: TECH 1521, ARCH 1561.
ARCH 2556. Site
and Environmental Planning Studio. (4).
Building sites; selection and utilization, including environmental influences;
technical aspects such as zoning, contour lines, parking, ingress/egress, site
drainage, building location and landscaping. Three lecture hours, two studio hours per week. PREREQUISITE: TECH
1521, ARCH 1562, 2555.
ARCH 2561.
Computer Applications in Architecture. (3). (3561). Computer aided drafting and design applications to produce
computer generated architectural design and working drawings. Two lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITES: TECH 1521, ARCH 1561.
ARCH 3401.
Strength of Materials. (3). (Same as
METH 3401). Force systems and their
solution; that branch of mechanics dealing with forces and effects of forces
acting upon rigid and deformable bodies at rest; analysis of structural
materials. COREQUISITES: TECH 3044, PHYS 2001, 2110.
ARCH 3408.
Industrial Materials (4). (Same as METH 3408). Material properties and the methods and standards used in
testing these properties are introduced for metals, ceramics, polymers, and
composites; emphasis is placed on their mechanical properties and reinforced by
testing in the laboratory. Three lecture
hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: TECH
3401.
ARCH 3471.
Structural Design I. (3). Fundamentals of
structural design and analysis of steel and timber buildings and building
components. PREREQUISITES: ARCH 3401, MATH 1321. [C]
ARCH 3472.
Structural Design II. (3). Fundamentals of
structural design and analysis of concrete buildings and building components.
PREREQUISITES: ARCH 3401, MATH 1321.
ARCH 3520.
Architectural Design II Studio. (4). Basic
design concepts and methods as applied to building types, design, construction,
and systems for residential architecture. Three
lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITES: ARCH 1562,
2555, 2556.
ARCH 3531.
Environmental Control Systems. (3).
Studies in environmental technologies in architecture; mechanical systems,
plumbing, electrical and energy conservation. PREREQUISITE: ARCH 1562, 2555.
ARCH 3562.
Advanced Computer Applications in Design. (3). Advanced concepts of computer generated drawings including
LISP programming, screen menu and keyboard macro modification, utilization of
third party software for special applications, icon creation, 3-dimensional
wire mesh, shading, slide presentation, and data exchange to other software. Two lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: ARCH 2561 or equivalent.
ARCH 4515.
Architectural Design III Studio. (4).
Design synthesis. Integration of design determinants and development of macro
and micro building concepts for commercial, institutional and residential
architecture. Three lecture hours, three
laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: ARCH 3520,4600.
ARCH 4535.
Professional Practice. (3). Professional
practice of architecture; case problems initiating and managing professional
practice; exploration of essential elements of professional practice;
administration and management, professional services of architect, contracts,
codes, specifications and professional ethics. PREREQUISITE: ARCH 3520.
ARCH 4600.
Contract and Construction Drawings. (4). Techniques
and methods of portraying information needed to conform to document design
decisions; development of building systems, structural and construction details
required to communicate clearly and graphically a project’s bidding,
contracting, and construction requirements.
Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITES: ARCH
3520, 3562 or equivalent.
ARCH 4615.
Architectural Design IV Studio. (4).
Design synthesis; integration of design determinants, structure, environmental
controls, materials and construction; independent architecture studies combined
with advanced design /research thesis. Three
lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: ARCH 4515.
ARCH 4650.
Parameters in Architecture Studio. (3).
Comprehensive overview of differences and relationships of history, technology,
and culture in terms of impact on architecture and urban design; concepts of
form generation and historic dimensions of architecture with respect to human
settlement. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
ARCH 4651. Urban
Design Studio. (3). Comprehensive overview
of significant issues of contemporary urban design; emphasis on experiential
nature of cities, role of public policy, and genesis and development of urban
building types. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
ARCH 4655. Studio
û Study Abroad. (3-9). Comparative studies
of European cultures; relationships of culture to physical environment,
organization of cities; history and behavior of inhabitants; analysis and
documentation of elements of physical environment and relationship between
buildings and urban fabric. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
ARCH 4944. Senior
Thesis. (3). (Same as CETH 4944, EETH 4944, METH 4944). Study and research
in specific area culminating in an integrating experience through individual and/or
group projects and technical reports. (A-F, IP). [W, I]
ARCH 4990-4998.
Special Topics. (1-3). Varied topics
announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated by permission for a
maximum of 6 hours. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
(ARMY) MILITARY
SCIENCE
MAJOR BOBBY PINKSTON, M.A. Professor of Military Science
Room 123A, Hayden Hall
http://www.cbu.edu/~kroberts/Lcadre.html
NOTE: Leadership laboratory provides the forum for the
reinforcement of formal classroom instruction. Lab revolves around the
practical application of the theories of leadership with a “hands-on” approach
to learning. Provides opportunities for cadets to exercise leadership,
planning, and management skills as well as covering independent topics
including: rappelling, drill and ceremonies, basic rifle marksmanship, first
aid, and orienteering.
ARMY 1100.
Leadership Laboratory. (1). Two laboratory hours per week.
COREQUISITE: ARMY 1110.
ARMY 1110.
Introduction to Military Science. (1).
Introduction to Army ROTC with hands-on approach through several basic military
skills. Lectures and practical exercises in following areas: rappelling,
communications, weapons, first aid, and land navigation. There is no military
obligation. COREQUISITE: ARMY 1100.
ARMY 1115.
Leadership Laboratory. (1). Two laboratory hours per week.
COREQUISITE: ARMY 1120.
ARMY 1120.
Leadership and Confidence Building. (2).
Basic military first aid skills; lectures and practical exercises in basic
emergency treatment for fractures, lacerations, heat and cold injuries;
cardiopulmonary resuscitation. THIS COURSE DOES NOT PROVIDE RED CROSS OR ANY
OTHER CERTIFICATION. COREQUISITE: ARMY 1115.
ARMY 2100.
Leadership Laboratory. (1). Two laboratory hours per week.
COREQUISITE: ARMY 2105.
ARMY 2105.
American Military History. (3).
Developments since colonial period; emphasis on background and growth of
national military and naval establishments, military and naval thought,
difficulties accompanying modernization and assumption of global
responsibilities, and problem of relationship between civilian and
military-naval sectors in democracy. COREOUISITE: ARMY 2100.
ARMY 2115.
Leadership Laboratory. (1). (2110 lab). Two laboratory hours per week.
COREQUISITE: ARMY 2120. [G]
ARMY 2120.
Fundamental Survival Skills. (1).(2110).
Basic Military Skills including map reading, military first aid skills and
small unit leadership. One hour weekly
classroom instruction. COREQUISITE: ARMY 2115. [G]
ARMY 2140. Small
Unit Tactics I. (2). Emphasis on
preparation of the individual for combat. Preparation of potential leaders in
combat through study of the knowledge and skills needed by an individual
soldier. Skill developed in planning and organizing by combat patrols. Course
includes a series of field practicums.
ARMY 2145. Small
Unit Tactics II. (2). Advanced concepts in
reconnaissance, raid, and ambush patrolling techniques, extended patrolling
operations, and application techniques for specialized equipment; leadership
skills through student-led patrols. Includes series of field practicums.
Expands material taught in ARMY 2140 but may be taken independently of 2140.
ARMY 2190. Basic
Camp Practicum. (1-6). Six-week training
normally taken during the summer between the second and third years by those
students who have not taken previous ROTC training, or who have not completed
the required basic military science courses for advanced course enrollment.
Training conducted at designated U.S. Army installation and includes practical
experience in leadership, small unit tactics, weapons drill, and communications
under field conditions. After completion of camp, student required to complete
satisfactorily an examination administered by Military Science Department.
Student must register for this course following successful camp completion to
receive appropriate credit. Students receive approximately $670.00 pay, room
and board, and travel expenses. No military obligation is incurred.
PREREQUISITE: Permission of Professor of Military Science
ARMY 3100.
Leadership Laboratory. (1). Two laboratory hours per week.
COREQUISITE: ARMY 3111.
ARMY 3111.
Applied Leadership I. (3). (3110, 3190).
Presentation, discussion, practical exercise, and field training on
fundamentals of map reading and land navigation; development of skills in
individual and small unit tactical planning and operations; and professional
subjects in leadership, leadership assessment, and principles of war. Three lecture hours per week, three hours
physical training per week, and field training exercises on two weekends during
semester. CO-REQUISITE: ARMY 3100. PREREQUISITE: permission of the
Professor of Military Science.
ARMY 3115.
Leadership Laboratory. (1). Two laboratory hours per week.
COREOUISITE: ARMY 3121.
ARMY 3121.
Applied Leadership II. (3). (3120).
Continuation of first year advanced course. COREQUISITE: ARMY 3115.
PREREQUISITE: permission of the Professor of Military Science.
ARMY 3190.
Advanced Camp Practicum. (6). Six weeks of
training at an Army post, normally taken between the 1st and 2nd years of
Advanced Course; practical experience in leadership, small unit tactics, U.S.
Army weapon systems and equipment, and patrolling operation; examination
administered by the Department of Military Science required to receive academic
credit. Students must register for course following successful camp completion
to receive credit. PREREQUISITE: permission of Professor of Military Science.
ARMY 4100.
Leadership Laboratory. (1). Two laboratory hours per week.
COREQUISITE: ARMY 4111.
ARMY 4111.
Seminar in Leadership and Planning. (3). (4110). Leadership and management skill development in specific
areas of oral and written communications, training management, personnel
evaluation and counseling, personnel management systems of Army, U.S. Army
logistic systems, military justice, and familiarization with ethics of military
professional. This course, in conjunction with 4121, completes the cadet’s
preparation for commissioning as a Second Lieutenant in the Army Reserve or
National Guard. Three lecture hours every
week, three hours physical training each week, and field training exercises on
two weekends during semester. COREQUISITE: ARMY 4100. PREREQUISITE:
permission of the Professor of Military Science.
ARMY 4115.
Leadership Laboratory. (1). Two laboratory hours per week.
COREQUISITE: ARMY 4121.
ARMY 4121.
Seminar in Organizational Leadership. (3). (4120). Continuation of second year of advanced course.
COREQUISITE: ARMY 4115. PREREQUISITE: permission of the Professor of Military
Science.
(ART) ART
JED JACKSON, M.F.A., Chair
Room 201, Jones Hall
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~artdept/artdept.html
Transfer students seeking advanced standing in art are
required to submit a portfolio.
In addition to
specific prerequisites, junior standing or permission of the instructor is a
prerequisite for all 3000 and 4000 level courses in the Department of Art.
ART 1101.
Introduction to Art. (3). Fundamental
principles of artistic expression as basis for understanding Western and
non-Western traditions in the visual arts. [G]
ART 1201. Basic
Design. (3). Basic design factors of line,
value, texture, form, and space in problem solving approach to stimulate
studentÆs visual perception and to encourage inventive manipulation of tools,
materials, and techniques. Development of vocabulary for professional practice
encouraged through lectures, discussions, and class critique.
ART 1204. Color
Fundamentals. (3). Light and color in
relation to form. Mixing of colors and notation of hue, value, chroma
relationships. Interaction of color; color harmony, psychology, and symbolism
in a variety of mediums. PREREQUISITE: ART 1201.
ART 1210.
Two-Dimensional Design. (3). Elements and
principles of visual design studies through a problem-solving approach.
Encourages perceptual growth through the use of varied tools, materials, and
techniques. NOTE: Students may not
receive credit for both ART 1210 and 2201.
ART 1215.
Three-Dimensional Design. (3). Exploration
of design elements and principles as applied to development of
three-dimensional construction. Imaginative and fundamental use of materials in
visual problem solving. NOTE: ART
1215 may be used for the purpose of improving a grade in ART 2202.
PREREQUISITE: ART 1210.
ART 1233.
Introduction to Interior Design. (3).
Processes of interior design and various aspects and considerations involved in
practice of both residential and commercial design.
ART 1234.
Interior Drafting Practices. (3). (2231 and 2233). Introduction to
equipment, standards and requirements of interior design drafting practices
through lecture and space planning and production of working drawings.
ART 1235.
Interior Color and Composition. (3). (2232 and 2234). Application of color theory and design-composition to
specific requirements of interior design practice, through lectures and studio
assignments. PREREQUISITES: ART 1810 or permission of instructor.
ART 1311.
Beginning Drawing. (3). Introduction to
materials and techniques of basic drawing; study of still life and nature to
develop perception of line, value, space, and volume; use of contour and
gesture.
ART 1314. Figure
Structure. (3). Use of basic drawing
materials and techniques; analysis and rendering of the human form, including
work from skeleton and from female or male models; study of anatomy and
proportion; emphasis on contour, gesture, value, and volume. PREREQUISITE: ART
1311.
ART 2201. Design.
(3). Continued study of the elements of
design, using variety of materials and methods. NOTE: Students may not receive
credit for both ART 2201 and 1210. PREREQUISITES: ART 1201 and 1204, or
permission of instructor.
ART 2213.
Typographic Design I. (3). Terminology,
technology, and design aspects of typography for effective communication.
PREREQUISITE: ART 1210 and Acceptable Incoming Evaluation for Graphic Design.
ART 2219. Visual
Thinking. (3). Fundamental methods in
generating ideas for effective visual communication. PREREQUISITE: ART 1210,
1311,and Acceptable Incoming Evaluation for Graphic Design.
ART 2223.
Computer Assisted Graphic Design. (3). Introduction
to computer graphic design; overview of technical and aesthetic issues relevant
to graphic design profession.
ART 2235.
Interior Construction Drafting. (3). (3237 and 4551). Principles of building
construction and their application through development of working drawings for
both residential and commercial projects; building methods and materials
studied through lectures and studio assignments. PREREQUISITE: ART 1234, or
permission of instructor.
ART 2236.
Components of Interiors. (3) (3231).
Technical aspects of surface and structural materials of interior design in
relation to building codes and public health, safety and welfare. PREREQUISITE:
ART 1233 or permission of instructor.
ART 2237.
Interior/Perspective Drawing. (3). (3312). Various
perspectives systems applied to one- and two-point drawing techniques for
interior design. PREREQUISITE: ART 1234.
ART 2238. CADD
for Interior Design. (3). Introduction to
use of microcomputer software in production of interior design drawings and
documents; exploration of computer applications in design development and presentation.
PREREQUISITE: ART 1234, 1311.
ART 2301.
Introduction to Digital Art. (3). Introduction
to computer graphics and its application in field of Art; use of standard
hardware and software to solve creative problems; exploration of current issues
and computer history. PREREQUISITES: ART 1210, 1311; or permission of
instructor.
ART 2313. Drawing
and Composition. (3). Problems in visual
communication; emphasis on compositional and technical considerations;
analytical and objective investigations of organizational problems; use of varied graphic media and methods.
PREREQUISITES: ART 1311 and 1314, or permission of instructor.
ART 2314. Drawing
and Concept. (3). Problems in visual
communication; emphasis on personal expression; conceptual and subjective investigation of individual
problem-solving strategies; use of varied graphic media and methods.
PREREQUISITE: ART 2313 or permission of instructor.
ART 2331.
Painting I. (3). (3331). Preliminary
course in theory and practice of oil painting. PREREQUISITE: ART 1210, 1311, or
permission of instructor.
ART 2351.
Introduction to Printmaking. (3).
Printmaking processes: relief, intaglio, planography, and stencil, focusing on
relief and screen printing. . PREREQUISITE: ART 1210, 1311, or permission of
instructor.
ART 2352.
Introduction to Intaglio and Lithography. (3). Monochrome metal plate intaglio and stone lithography.
Intaglio includes etching, engraving, and acquatint; lithography includes
crayon, wash, and transfer; emphasis on personal expression. PREREQUISITE: ART 1210, 1311, or permission
of instructor.
ART 2414. Primary
School Art Practicum. (1). Observation and
art teaching in a local K-4 classroom; campus-based seminars. PREREQUISITE: Art
major and permission of instructor. (S/U).
ART 2511.
Sculpture I. (3). Introduction to basic
materials and techniques of sculpture. PREREQUISITE: ART 1215 or permission of
instructor.
ART 2523.
Ceramics I. (3). (3523). Introduction to
clay and ceramic process; emphasis on thoughtful, purposeful exploration of
medium, regarding both pottery vessel and nonvessel object.
ART 2701.
Photography I. (3). (3224). Basic
techniques and processes of black and white still photography; history and
aesthetics of photography as fine art; emphasis on personalized perception and
seeing photographically. NOTE:
Prospective students are advised to obtain a list of course expenses from the
Art Department before registering.
ART 2702.
Photography II. (3). (4224). Exploration
of black and white still photography as means to personal expressive statement
and self-discovery; assignments emphasize a broad range of contemporary
photographic practice. PREREQUISITE: ART 2701 or permission of instructor.
ART 3103. History
of Furniture and Interiors I. (3). (3101).
Emphasis on Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo and Neo-Classical periods.
ART 3104. History
of Furniture and Interiors II. (3). (3102).
19th and 20th century survey; emphasis on development of period revivals, Art
Nouveau, Art Deco, International Style and other innovations in Europe and
America.
ART 3204.
Residential Kitchen Planning. (3). (HMEC 4203, 3204). (Same as CSED 3204). Socioeconomics and design aspects of
housing; kitchen planning principles: selection, use, and care of household
equipment. PREREQUISITE: CSED 2104.
ART 3213.
Typographic Design II. (3). Advanced
problems involving visual organization and typography as an expressive design
element. PREREQUISITE: Admission to Graphic Design concentration.
ART 3219. Image
Design. (3). Strategies, processes and techniques for integrating verbal and
visual messages in graphic communications; illustration and computer imaging.
PREREQUISITE: Admission Graphic Design concentration.
ART 3222. Graphic
Design Methodology. (3). Emphasis on
intellectual processes underlying applied design. PREREQUISITE: Admission to
Graphic Design concentration.
ART 3225.
Computer Graphics. (3). Hands-on training
in use of graphics hardware and software in design and production of commercial
graphics, illustrations and animation.
ART 3227.
Electronic Pre-Press Production. (3).
Methods of preparing art for reproduction. PREREQUISITE: ART 3222.
ART 3234.
Interior Design Studio I. (3). (3232).
Application of material covered in basic interior design courses to theoretical
designs for complete environments; design development, production of working
and presentation drawings and specifications studied through lectures and
studio projects. PREREQUISITES: ART 2235, 2236, 3235, 3236, or permission of
instructor.
ART 3235.
Commercial Lighting Design. (3). (4234).
Comprehensive study of lighting sources and principles, color and applications,
including circuiting, switching, dimming systems, task-ambient lighting and
industry resources. Zonal cavity method and point source calculations applied
through lectures and studio assignments. PREREQUISITES: ART 1234, 1235, 2820
and 1 required math course or permission of instructor. [C]
ART 3236.
Rendering for Interiors. (3). (4233).
Comparative application of variety of techniques using black-white and color
mediums for interior perspective illustration; lectures and studio assignments
in line, texture, shade-shadow, volume, color and free-hand drawing.
PREREQUISITES: ART 1234, 1235, 2237 or permission of instructor.
ART 3238.
Interior Detail Drawing. (3). (4552).
Design and drawing of interior millwork and casework; production and
specification for construction studied through lectures and studio assignments.
PREREQUISITE: ART 2235 or permission of instructor.
ART 3250.
Interior Design Studio II. (3). (4231).
Comprehensive assignment in commercial design including design development,
space planning, building code requirements, and construction and specification
documentation for barrier-free design studied through lectures and design
assignments. PREREQUISITES: ART 3234 or permission of instructor.
ART 3332.
Painting II. (3). Continuation of ART
2331; still-life, landscape, and portrait painting.
ART 3351.
Intaglio Printmaking. (3). In-depth study
of metal plate intaglio printmaking processes: engraving, drypoint, etching,
aquatint, and color intaglio; mixed media; emphasizes personal expression.
PREREQUISITE: ART 2352 or permission of instructor.
ART 3352.
Lithography (3). In-depth study of
lithography in monochrome and color from stone and aluminum plates; mixed media color printing; emphasizes
personal expression. PREREQUISITE: ART 2352 or permission of instructor.
ART 3411. Art for
Children. (3). Introduction to skills and
methods for instructional art programs in studio and art appreciation
activities; emphasis on materials and ideas for children’s art expression and
development.
ART 3416. Middle
School Art Practicum. (1). Observation and
art teaching in a local 5-8 classroom; campus-based seminars. PREREQUISITE: Art
major and permission of instructor. (S/U).
ART 3423. Art For
Secondary Schools. (3). Studio activities
and related art education issues relevant to the artistic development of
adolescents; emphasizes multicultural concerns and art evaluation systems.
PREREQUISITES: ART 3411; ARTH 2101, 2102, or permission of instructor.
ART 3431.
Multicultural Art and Design. (3). Studio
activities combining visual art traditions of world cultures with innovative
expression; emphasis on non-European sources for contemporary art works.
PREREQUISITES: ART 2313; ARTH 2101, 2102 or permission of instructor.
ART 3511.
Sculpture II. (3). Problems of sculptural
form as expressed in metal, wood, and related materials.
ART 3512.
Sculpture III. (3). Continuation of ART
3511; emphasis on techniques.
ART 3522. Kilns,
Glazes and Technical Skills. (3). Further development
and experimentation with technical skills; firing kilns, glaze preparation,
technical and visual research. PREREQUISITES: ART 1210, 1311, and 2523.
ART 3524.
Ceramics II. (3). Some consideration to
fundamental historical and aesthetic aspects peculiar to ceramics as a studio
medium. PREREQUISITE: ART 3522 or permission of instructor.
ART 3701.
Photography III. (3). Continuation of ART
2702. Closer examination of several key photographers’ work as point of
departure for student work; how student work relates to traditions.
PREREQUISITE: ART 2702 or permission of instructor.
ART
4010-19-6010-19. Special Topics in Studio Art. (1-3). Topics are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes.
May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours when topic varies.
ART
4020-29-6020-29. Special Topics In Art Education. (1-3). Topics are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes.
May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours when topic varies.
ART 4211-6211.
Writing and the Design Process. (3). (3211). Synthesis of verbal and visual
problem-solving methods and the use of writing as integral phase of design
process. PREREQUISITE: ART 3213, 3222 or permission of instructor. [W]
ART 4221-6221.
Graphic Design for Print Communications. (3). Practical problems in areas of publication, information, corporate and
promotional design. PREREQUISITES: ART 3213, 3222 or permission of instructor.
ART 4222-6222.
Interactive Multimedia for Graphic Design. (3). Introduction to time-based, electronic media in graphic
design, impact of electronic interface on visual communication; emphasis on
visual design of narrative, commercial and/or educational multimedia
presentations on computer. PREREQUISITE: ART 2223 and admission to Graphic
Design concentration.
ART 4223-6223.
Specialized Studies In Graphic Design. (3-12). Advanced instruction in either electronic imaging,
typography and publication design, 3-dimensional design, corporate and
promotional design, or information graphic design. May be repeated to a maximum
of 12 hours when topic varies. PREREQUISITE: ART 3213, 3222; or permission of
instructor.
ART 4224-6224.
History of Graphic Design. (3). Cultural,
theoretical, and stylistic aspects of major movements in the field of graphic
design in Europe and America from Industrial Revolution to present.
PREREQUISITE: Admission to Graphic Design concentration or permission of
instructor.
ART 4230. Graphic
Design Internship. (3). Practical
experience in visual communication within approved professional work
environment. PREREQUISITE: ART 4221 and recommendation from advisor.
ART 4232-6232.
Visual Design Business Practices. (3).
Application of principles, procedures, and business practices of visual design.
PREREQUISITE: junior standing or permission of instructor.
ART 4233-6233.
Design Practice Studio. (3). Work under
faculty supervision on projects for institutional and corporate clients; assist
in developing publications, exhibits, signage and other graphics, and
participate in professional design process from project inception to
completion. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours with approval of advisor,
but not for the purpose of improving a grade previously earned. PREREQUISITE:
senior standing. Admission by portfolio review only.
ART 4235. Graphic
Design Portfolio Seminar. (3). Methodology
and techniques in graphic design applied to an extended visual communication
project; written proposal, preparation of comprehensive layouts and oral/visual
presentation of project. PREREQUISITES: art major with concentration in graphic
design and senior status. [I]
ART 4238-6238.
Interior Design Studio III. (3). (4232).
Further advanced studio assignments in commercial interior design studied
through lectures and design projects. PREREQUISITES: ART 3235, 3250 or
permission of instructor.
ART 4239-6239.
Interior Design Business Practices. (3). (4235). History and organization of interior design profession;
study of business methods and practices; formulation of resume and design
portfolio. PREREQUISITE: ART 3234 or permission of instructor.
ART 4240-6240.
Interior Design Internship. (3). (4236).
Supervised apprenticeship in interior design industry. Placement requires
approval of Interior Design faculty. PREREQUISITES: ART 3234 and permission of
instructor.
ART 4241-6241.
Nineteenth Century Furniture Analysis. (3).
Identification of antique American furniture by period and style. Research
involves actual furniture in a house museum collection.
ART 4251.
Interior Design Senior Project. (3).
Addresses creative, professional, technical, and historical issues involved in
problem chosen and defined by student. Culminates in formal presentation of
unique solution to problem. PREREQUISITE: ART 4820 or permission of
instruction. [I]
ART 4321-6321.
Drawing and Painting I. (3). Advanced
drawing and painting methods; emphasis on transparent watercolor. PREREQUISITE:
ART 2313 or permission of instructor.
ART 4322-6322.
Drawing and Painting II. (3). Continuation
of ART 4321; attention to various mixed media. PREREQUISITES: ART 2313, 4321;
or permission of instructor.
ART 4331-6331.
Painting III. (3). Advanced problems in
oil painting, presupposing that student has mastered basic techniques and is
ready for a more experimental approach to subject. PREREQUISITES: ART 2331,
3332; or permission of instructor.
ART 4332-6332.
Painting IV. (3). Continuation of ART
4331; emphasis on development of personal style. PREREQUISITES: ART 2331, 3332,
4331; or permission of instructor.
ART 4351-6351.
Advanced Printmaking I. (3).
Specialization in one or two printmaking media with emphasis on development of
personal imagery and technical skills. PREREQUISITES: ART 2351, 3351 or 3352;
or permission of instructor.
ART 4352-6352.
Advanced Printmaking II. (3). Advanced
work in one or two printmaking media with continued development of personal
imagery and advanced technical skills. PREREQUISITES: ART 2351, 3351 or 3352,
and 4351; or permission of instructor.
ART 4353-6353.
Computer Imaging in Printmaking/Photography I. (3). Use of digital imaging in one of several output options
including: lithography, screenprinting, etching, silver and non-silver
photographic processes; emphasis on personal expression PREREQUISITES: A
computer course and either of the following: ART 2701, 2351; or permission of
instructor.
ART 4354-6354.
Computer Imaging in Printmaking/Photography II. (1-3). Advanced project using digital imaging. Proposal for study
to be approved in advance; emphasis on personal expression. PREREQUISITE: ART 4353 or 6353; or permission of
instructor. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours.
ART 4410-6410.
Art Education Independent Study. (1-3).
Theoretical and pragmatic ideas relevant to teaching of art. May be repeated to
a maximum of 6 hours. PREREQUISITES: ART 3411, 3423; or permission of
instructor.
ART 4418. High
School Art Practicum. (1). Observation and
art teaching in a local 9-12 classroom; campus-based seminars. PREREQUISITE:
Art major and permission of instructor. (S/U).
ART 4427. Methods
and Materials for Art Instruction. (3).
Curriculum planning, resources, and standards for art program goals, budget,
and facilities; current art education philosophy and research. PREREQUISITES:
ART 2414, 3416, 3423; or permission of instructor.
ART 4511-6511.
Sculpture IV. (3). Advanced work in
various sculptural media. PREREQUISITES: ART 2511, 3511, 3512; or permission of
instructor.
ART 4512-6512.
Sculpture V. (3). Continuation of 4511;
emphasis on personal expression. PREREQUISITE: ART 4511 or permission of
instructor.
ART 4521-6521.
Ceramics III. (3). Advanced studies in
ceramic process and technique; concentration on development of personal
attitudes toward work. PREREQUISITE: ART 3524 or permission of instructor.
ART 4522-6522.
Ceramics IV. (3). Technical competence and
the production of ceramic objects reflective of genuinely personal involvement.
PREREQUISITE: ART 4521 or permission of instructor.
ART 4610. Senior
Studio. (3). Studio production and
associated research that interrelates historical, technical, and aesthetic
components of visual art; contract for study project to be approved by
instructor and faculty committee in semester prior to registration.
PREREQUISITES: Art major, senior status with concentration in Art Education;
Ceramics/Painting/Printmaking/Sculpture; or Photography. [I]
ART 4611. Senior
Problems. (3). Original research in
student’s area of concentration, extent of the project to be approved by art
faculty.
ART 4621-6621.
Workshop In Art I. (1-3). Specific art
problems as they apply to individual student; emphasis on basic art concepts
and creative experience. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
ART 4622-6622.
Workshop in Art II. (1-3). Continuation of
ART 4621, providing study of problems appropriate to need of individual
student. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
ART 4641-6641.
Study and Travel In Art. (3 or 6). Travel
to important art areas of world and specialized study under direction of
faculty member of Department of Art.
ART 4650-6650.
Professional Art Practices. (3).
Development of skills needed for success as practicing professional artist;
portfolio preparation and presentation, marketing, contracts, copyrights, and
alternative art careers.
ART 4701-6701.
Color Photography. (3). Exploration of
photographic perception in color; survey of history and aesthetics of color
photography; techniques of color photography; emphasis on color printing.
PREREQUISITE: ART 3701, junior standing, or permission of instructor.
ART 4702-6702.
Photographic Materials and Processes. (3).
Advanced technical course exploring creative potential in various contemporary
photography materials, processes and techniques; emphasis on aesthetic
application of those materials and techniques. PREREQUISITE: ART 3701 or
permission of instructor.
ART 4703-6703.
Alternative Photographic Processes. (3). (3702). Exploration of creative potential of archaic and
non-traditional photographic processes such as Cyanotype, Gum Bichromate and
Kwik-Print. PREREQUISITE: ART 3701 or permission of instructor.
ART 4704-6704.
Photographic Lighting. (3). Advanced
theory, technique, and equipment used by professional photographers for black
and white and color; emphasis on aesthetic application in actual practice.
PREREQUISITE: ART 3701 or permission of instructor.
ART 4711.
Advanced Photography Seminar. (1-3).
Creation of a unified body of photographic work based on subject matter or
formal problem. Contract for study project to be approved by instructor in
semester prior to registration. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours.
PREREQUISITE: ART 3701 or permission of instructor.
ART 4712.
Photography Portfolio Seminar. (1-3).
Creation and production of bound book or portfolio containing studentÆs
photographs and written introduction. Contract for study project to be approved
by instructor in semester prior to registration. May be repeated 6 hours.
PREREQUISITE: ART 4711 or permission of instructor.
(ARTH) ART
HISTORY
Department of Art
JED JACKSON, M.F.A., Chair
Room 201, Jones Hall
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~artdept/artdept.html
ARTH 2101. World
Art I. (3). Development of visual arts
from prehistoric times through medieval period, their use by man as social,
cultural, and educational force; brief survey of art of Far East.
ARTH 2102. World
Art II. (3). Continues (but does not
pre-suppose) World Art I; development of visual arts from medieval period
through Renaissance to present.
ARTH
4030-39-6030-39. Special Topics in Art History. (1-3). Topics are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes.
May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours when topic varies.
ARTH 4111-6111.
Art and Archaeology of Egypt. (3).
Predynastic to Late Period. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2101 or permission of
instructor. [W]
ARTH 4112-6112.
Egyptian Art and Archaeology in the Old and Middle Kingdom. (3). Art, architecture, and archaeology, 3000-1500 B.C.
PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2101 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4113-6113.
Egyptian Art and Archaeology in the New Kingdom and Late Period. (3). Art, architecture, and archaeology, 1500 B.C.-642 A.D.
PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2101 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4121-6121.
Ancient Art of the Near East. (3).
Architecture, sculpture, painting, and the minor arts in Mesopotamia, Anatolia,
and Syria-Palestine. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2101 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4123-6123.
Greek Art. (3). Architecture, sculpture
and painting from the Bronze Age to the end of the Hellenistic period.
ARTH 4124-6124.
Roman Art. (3). Architecture, sculpture
and painting from Etruscan Rome to the fall of the Empire.
ARTH 4125-6125.
Art and Archaeology of Pompeii. (3).
Pompeii’s excavations, art, artifacts and architecture in reconstructing
ancient Roman daily life. [W]
ARTH 4129-6129.
Studies In Ancient and Medieval Architecture. (3). Selected topics comparing the architecture of ancient
Egypt, the Classical world, and Medieval Europe. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2101. [C]
ARTH 4130-6130.
Art of the Medieval World. (3).
Architecture, sculpture, and painting, including manuscript illumination of the
middle ages; Western European and Byzantine traditions. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2101
of permission of instructor. [W]
ARTH 4131-6131.
Art of the Early Middle Ages. (3).
Advanced study of architecture, sculpture and painting of the early medieval
period. PREREQUlSlTE: ARTH 2101 or
permission of instructor.
ARTH 4134-6134.
Art of High Middle Ages (3). Advanced
study of architecture, sculpture and painting, including manuscript
illumination, ivories and stained glass in the Romanesque and Gothic periods.
PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2101 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4141-6141.
Art of the Early Renaissance in Italy. (3).
Architecture, sculpture and painting of Italy, 1300-1510. PREREQUISITE: ARTH
2101 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4142-6142.
Northern Renaissance Art. (3). Fifteenth
Century Art in Northern Europe; emphasis on panel painting, manuscript
illumination and printmaking. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2101 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4143-6143.
Art of the High Renaissance in Italy. (3).
Sixteenth Century Art in Italy; highlights works of Michelangelo, Raphael,
Titian, and the Mannerists. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2102 or permission of
instructor. [W]
ARTH 4146-6146.
Baroque Art. (3). Architecture, sculpture,
and painting produced in Europe during Seventeenth Century. PREREQUISITE: ARTH
2102 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4148-6148.
Neo-Classicism and Romanticism. (3).
Western European art, ca. 1760-1850 emphasizing painting, sculpture, and art
theory. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2102 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4149-6149.
Realism and Impressionism. (3). Western
European art, ca. 1850-1880, emphasizing painting, sculpture and art theory.
PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2102 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4152-6152.
Early Modern Art. (3). Movements in
Western art and art theory, 1880-1905 which are the foundation of 20th century
modernism, Symbolism and Post-Impressionism. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2102 or
permission of instructor.
ARTH 4153-6153.
Cubism through Surrealism. (3). History of
avant-garde art before World War II. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2102 or permission of
instructor.
ARTH 4155-6155.
High Modern Art. (3). American and
European art and art theory 1940-1968, emphasizing the development of modernism.
PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2102 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4157-6157.
Contemporary Art. (3). Historical
movements in art, 1968 to present. PREREQUISTE ARTH 2102 or permission of
instructor.
ARTH 4158-6158.
Modern Architecture. (3). Survey of 19th
century styles, 20th century masters, and contemporary developments in
architecture; historic preservation.
ARTH 4160-6160.
Architecture and Nature. (3). Survey and
analysis of spaces in a variety of cultures from world history where the
relationship between the natural and the built environment is healthy.
ARTH 4162-6162.
Latin American Art. (3). Hispanic arts of
the Americas from 1500 to the present in relation to Iberian and Indian
traditions.
ARTH 4163-6163.
Pre-Columbian Art. (3). Ancient art of
Mexico, Central America and South America from about 1000 B. C. to European
contact.
ARTH 4166-6166.
Art of the United States. (3). (4167,
4168). Survey of American painting, sculpture and art theory from colonial
period to 1945. PREREQUISITE: ARTH 2102 or permission of instructor.
ARTH 4181-6181.
Traditional Arts of Africa, Oceania and North America. (3). Survey of the arts created by native Americans of U.S. and
Canada, peoples of sub-Saharan Africa and Pacific islands, examined in relation
to their cultural context and heritage.
ARTH 4195.
Proseminar In Art History. (3).
Investigation of selected topics in art history with emphasis on development of
research techniques and methodologies. Oral presentation and writing of thesis
paper. PREREQUISITE: senior status with 18 semester hours in art history [I]
ARTH 4380-6380.
Museums in Society. (3). (Same as ANTH 4380). History of museums
and how they function in society. Development of major collections and role of
museums as centers of research and education and interpreters of social values.
ARTH 4381-6381.
Art Curatorial Techniques. (3). Curatorial
responsibilities and functions: receiving and shipping methods, registration,
physical and environmental security, research, conservation, and study of art
market and publications.
ARTH 4382-6382.
Professional Practices in Museums. (3).
(Same as ANTH 4382). Basic aspects of museum organization; examines roles of
directors and trustees, responsibilities of professional staff including
registrars and curators, and scope of museum education programs. Features
presentations by museum professionals. [W]
ARTH 4384-6384.
Museum Internship. (3-6). Approved
internship with cooperating museum or gallery, emphasizing curatorial, program
and/or operational duties. PREREQUISITES: permission of the instructor and one
of the following or the equivalent: ARTH 4380, 4381 or 4382.
ARTH 4721-6721.
History of Photography I. (3). Historical
and critical issues from photographyÆs prehistory to World War I.
ARTH 4722-6722.
History of Photography II. (3). Historical
and critical issues in photography from World War I to the present.
(BA) BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
JAMES LUKAWITZ, Ph.D., C.P.A., Faculty Director of Academic Programs
CRAIG LANGSTRAAT, L.L.M., C.P.A., Interim Dean for Academic Programs
Room 114, Fogelman College of Business and Economics Building
Students must have junior standing and have met specific
course prerequisites with a grade of C (2.0) or better to be eligible for all
3000- and 4000-level courses. In addition to these requirements, students
seeking a degree in the Fogelman College of Business and Economics must have
(1) completed all required lower division business courses wlth a minimum grade
of C (2.0) in each; (2) minimum of 2.25 GPA in all required lower division
business courses and MATH 1312, and (3) 55 hours of course work including MATH
1312 and 9 hours of English (See B.B.A. Degree Requirements-General
Requirements).
BA 4900.
Practicum In Research. (1-3). Actual
problem-solving research activities in business and economics. Student assigned
to project either being conducted currently by faculty member or one developed
under supervision of faculty member. Whenever possible, project within
student’s major field of study. PREREQUISITE: senior status.
BA 4911.
Internship In International Business. (1-6). (4000). Practical operations of international business. Students
placed for 1-8 month period with cooperating business firm operating in fields
of international banking and finance, transportation, management, marketing or
accounting. Academic credit granted upon certification of satisfactory
performance by cooperating business firm and upon acceptance by faculty of
written research report by student.
(BIOL) BIOLOGY
Jerry O.
Wolff, Ph.D., Chair
Room 103, Ellington Building
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~biology
Effective
Fall 1996, the Biology Department was reorganized into two departments: (1)
Biology and (2) Microbiology and Molecular Cell Sciences (MMCS). Additional
biological science courses are listed under the Microbiology and Molecular Cell
Sciences (MMCS) departmental heading.
BIOL 1071.
Introduction to Biology I. (3). (1061).
General overview of cellular structure and function, genes and biodiversity.
NOTE: Credit will not apply toward a major or minor in the sciences, nor will
it satisfy any part of science requirements for pre-professional curricula. Three lecture hours per week. [G]
BIOL 1072.
Introduction to Biology I Laboratory. (1) (1062). Laboratory observations, demonstrations and experiments
designed to apply scientific methods to lecture subjects. Two laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: BIOL
1071. [G]
BIOL 1081.
Introduction to Biology II. (3) (1051).
Continuation of general overview of life; emphasis on structure and function of
organisms and biosphere. NOTE: Credit will not apply toward a major or minor in
the sciences, nor will it satisfy any part of science requirements for
pre-professional curricula. Three lecture
hours per week. [G]
BIOL 1082.
Introduction to Biology II Laboratory. (1) (1052). Laboratory observations, demonstrations and experiments
designed to apply scientific methods to lecture subjects. Two laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: BIOL
1081. [G]
BIOL 1151.
General Biology 1. (3). (1111). Unifying
principles of biology with emphasis on cell structure cell function, heredity,
development and evolution. Three lecture
hours per week. [G]
BIOL 1152.
General Biology Laboratory I. (1). (1111 lab). Laboratory observations, demonstrations and experiments
designed to apply scientific methods to lecture subjects. Two laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: BIOL
1151. [G]
BIOL 1161.
General Biology II. (3). (1112).
Continuation of BIOL 1151 with emphasis on origin and diversity of life;
structure, functions, and ecology of organisms. Three lecture hours per week. [G]
BIOL 1162.
General Biology Laboratory II. (1). (1112 lab). Laboratory observations, demonstrations and experiments
designed to apply scientific methods to lecture subjects. Two laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: BIOL
1161. [G]
BIOL 1751.
Anatomy and Physiology I. (3). (1731).
Detailed study of structure and functions of human organism; credit not
acceptable for Biology major or minor. Three
lecture hours per week.
BIOL 1752.
Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I. (1). (1731 lab). Laboratory observations, demonstrations and experiments
designed to apply scientific methods to lecture subjects. Two laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: BIOL
1751.
BIOL 1761. Anatomy
and Physiology II. (3). (1732).
Continuation of BIOL 1751; credit not acceptable for Biology major or minor. Three lecture hours per week.
BIOL 1762.
Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II. (1). (1732 lab). Laboratory observations, demonstrations and experiments
designed to apply scientific methods to lecture subjects. Two laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: BIOL
1761.
Students must complete BIOL 1151, 1152, 1161 and 1162
before enrolling in any upper division course that is accepted as credit toward
a biology major or minor.
BIOL 3030.
Principles of Animal Physiology. (4).
Basic concepts of animal function, including study of many invertebrate phyla
and most classes of vertebrate organisms. Two
lecture hours, four laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: 8 hours of
animal biology or equivalent and COREQUISITE: CHEM 3311.
BIOL 3050.
General Ecology. (4). Relationships
between organisms and their environment; emphasis on fundamental principles;
topics include: nutrient cycles limiting factors, population dynamics,
community succession and structure, species interactions, and human ecology. Two lecture hours, four laboratory hours per
week. [W,C]
BIOL 3071. Human
Genetics. (3). Genetic principles as they
apply to humans, including pedigree analysis, genetic counseling, genetic
engineering, and eugenics. Three lecture
hours per week. PREREQUISITE: BIOL 3072.
BIOL 3072.
Genetics. (3). (3070). Principles of
heredity, including classical, microbial, molecular, and population genetics;
three lecture hours per week; credit for both 3072 and 3073 must be earned to
improve grade in 3070. PREREQUISITE: 16 hours in the biological sciences (BIOL
and MMCS), including MMCS 3130 or 3500. [I,C]
BIOL 3073.
Genetics Laboratory. (1). (3070 lab).
Laboratory experiments in classical, microbial, molecular, and population
genetics designed to illustrate principles of heredity; three laboratory hours
per week; credit for both 3072 and 3073 must be earned to improve grade in
3070. PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: BIOL 3072 or equivalent.
BIOL 3110.
Introduction to Toxicology. (2). (1110).
Survey of field of toxicology; examination of multidisciplinary aspects of
toxicology. Two lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CHEM 1132.
BIOL 3170.
Heredity. (3). Principles of heredity with
applications to human problems, for non-science majors and recommended for
students who desire a better understanding of heredity and eugenics; not
acceptable as credit toward biology major or minor.
BIOL 3200.
General Botany. (4). Structure, function
and diversity of plants. Two lecture
hours, four laboratory hours per week.
BIOL 3220.
General Plant Anatomy. (4). Comparative
development and structure of roots, stems, and leaves in flowering plants. Two lecture hours, four laboratory hours per
week. PREREQUISITE: BIOL 3200 or consent of instructor.
BIOL 3230. Plant
Physiology. (4). (4232). Principles of
physiology and application to living organisms; emphasis on higher plants. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week.
BIOL 3610.
Vertebrate Embryology. (4). Development of
selected vertebrate embryos from fertilized egg cell. Two lecture, four laboratory hours per week.
BIOL 3620.
Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates. (5).
Origin, development, structure, and functions of organs and systems of selected
forms of vertebrates. Two lecture hours,
six laboratory hours per week.
BIOL 3730.
Vertebrate Physiology. (4). Normal
function of the organ systems of vertebrates, with an emphasis on mammals. Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours
per week.
BIOL 3751.
Vertebrate Zoology. (2). (3700). Life
histories, adaptations, ecology, distribution, behavior, and classification of
vertebrates. Two lecture hours per week.
BIOL 3752.
Vertebrate Zoology Laboratory. (2). (3700 lab). Laboratory observations, demonstrations, and experiments
designed to apply scientific methods to lecture subjects. Four laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: BIOL
3751.
BIOL 3800.
Parasitology. (4). Distribution,
morphology, life history, economic importance, and control of some of parasites
of man and domestic animals; protozoa through helminths. Two lecture hours, four laboratory hours per week.
BIOL 3960.
Medical Entomology. (4). Distribution,
morphology, life history, medical importance, and control of insects and other
arthropods that serve as vectors for disease-producing organisms. Two lecture hours, four laboratory hours
per week.
BIOL 4000.
Research. (1-4). Consultation, reading,
and laboratory or field work to investigate selected area of biology under
supervision of faculty member; formal paper is required; may be repeated for
maximum credit of 4 hours. (S/U).
BIOL 4002-6002.
Toxicology. (3). Effects of foreign
substances on biological mechanisms; absorption, excretion, metabolism, and
biotransformation of potentially harmful substances. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITES: A course in physiology
and CHEM 3312.
BIOL 4050-6050.
Field Technique In Ecology. (4). Field
techniques of applied ecology covering practical training in forest, field,
aquatic, and atmospheric sampling and analysis; extended field trips. Two lecture hours, four laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: consent of instructor.
BIOL 4053-6053.
Plant Ecology. (4). Relationships of
plants and environmental factors at physiological, population, and community
scales; study of ecosystem dynamics at local and landscape scales; emphasis on
field techniques. Two lecture hours, four
laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: BIOL 3050.
BIOL 4054-6054.
Wetland Ecology. (4). Study of wetlands
and wetland resources; attributes of hydrology, biogeochemistry and wetland
plants with emphasis on bottomland hardwood forests. Two lecture hours, four laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE:
BIOL3050 and consent of instructor.
BIOL 4055-6055.
Ecological and Environmental Issues. (3).
Ecological perspective on current environmental issues such as conservation and
biodiversity, global climatic change, regulation of chemicals in environment. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: BIOL 3050 or consent of instructor.
BIOL 4060-6060.
Limnology. (4). Physical and chemical
attributes of lakes, ponds, and streams; organisms of fresh water, problems of
production, practical training in limnological methods and identification of
organisms. Two lecture hours, four laboratory
hours per week. PREREQUISITE: one year of chemistry.
BIOL 4090-99.
Special Topics in Biology. (1-3). Topics
are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes; may be repeated with different
topics for maximum of 4 hours. PREREQUISITE: junior standing and permission of
instructor.
BIOL 4100-6100.
Evolution. (3). Synthesis of principles
and concepts of modern evolutionary theory; topics include geologic evolution,
biological evaluation, and evolution of societies; emphasis on recent
development and current controversies. Three
lecture hours per week.
BIOL 4570.
Practicum In Biology. (1-4). Directed
extradepartmental studies in special areas of biology; a maximum of four hours
credit may be applied toward degree requirements. PREREQUISITE: BIOL 3050 and permission
of department chair. (S/U).
BIOL 4604-6604.
Ethology. (4). Animal behavior, primarily
from ecological, physiological, developmental and evolutionary perspective. Two lecture hours, two laboratory hours per
week.
BIOL 4620-6620.
Vertebrate Histology. (4). Microscopic
study of normal tissues and organs of vertebrate body. Two lecture hours, four laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE:
BIOL 3610 or 3620 or permission of instructor.
BIOL 4630-6630.
General Endocrinology. (3). Anatomy and
physiology of the organs of internal secretion; role of hormones in metabolism
and development. PREREQUISITE: An upper division physiology course.
BIOL 4640-6640.
Ornithology. (4). Biology of birds, with
emphasis on avian anatomy, physiology, behavior, and reproductive biology.
Field trips emphasize identification of local species and techniques of field
study. Two lecture hours, four
field/laboratory hours per week.
BIOL 4644-6644.
Ichthyology. (4). Collection,
preservation, identification, life histories, management, and economic
importance of fishes. Two lecture hours,
four laboratory hours per week.
BIOL 4651-6651.
Field Techniques of Vertebrate Zoology. (4-6). Techniques in field study of vertebrates. Extended field
studies outside local area.
BIOL 4740-6740.
Mammalogy. (4). Classification,
distribution, life histories. economic importance, techniques of field study,
methods of collection and preservation of mammals. Two lecture hours, four laboratory hours per week.
BIOL 4744-6744.
Herpetology. (4). Classification,
distribution, life histories, techniques of collection and preservation, and
natural habitats of North American reptiles and amphibians. Two lecture hours, four laboratory hours per
week.
BIOL 4820-6820.
Protozoology. (4). Free living and
parasitic protozoa; consideration to structure, function, taxonomy, habitat,
and life history. Two lecture hours, four
laboratory hours per week.
BIOL 4840-6840.
Invertebrate Zoology. (4). (3840).
Invertebrate phyla with emphasis on phylogeny, embryology, and ecology of selected
groups; extended field trip. Two lecture
hours, four laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: Permission of
instructor.
BIOL 4900-6900.
Entomology. (4). (3900). Morphology,
physiology, behavior and ecology of insects.
Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours per week.
BIOL 4930-6930.
Insect Physiology. (4). Physiology as
applied to life processes of insects. Two
lecture hours, four laboratory hours per week.
The following
courses are taught only at the Gulf Coast Research Lab, Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
The University of Memphis residence credit is given through affiliation with
the laboratory.
BIOL 4010-6010.
Aquaculture. (6). Review of technology,
principles, and problems relating to the science of aquaculture with emphasis
on culture of marine species. PREREQUISITES: 16 hours of zoology including
invertebrate and vertebrate zoology or ichthyology.
BIOL 4020-6020.
Comparative Histology of Marine Organisms. (1-6). Histological organization of representative marine
organisms. Fixation, processing, and study of tissues using light microscopy,
transmission and scanning electron microscopy. Structural changes and
physiological changes during life cycle of organism including histopathology.
PREREQUISITE: consent of instructor.
BIOL 4051-6051.
Marine Ecology. (5). Relationship of
marine organisms to environment includes effects of temperature, salinity,
light, nutrient concentration, currents, food, predation and competition on the
abundance and distribution of marine organisms. PREREQUISITES: 16 hours of biology
including general zoology, general botany, and invertebrate zoology.
BIOL 4052-6052.
Salt Marsh Plant Ecology. (4). Emphasis on
botanical aspects of local marshes; includes plant identification, composition,
structure, distribution and development of coastal marshes. Biological and
physical interrelationships. Primary productivity and relation of marshes to
estuaries and associated fauna. PREREQUISITES: general botany, plant taxonomy,
plant physiology, and general ecology or consent of instructor.
BIOL 4200-6200.
Marine Botany. (4). Local examples of
principal groups of marine algae and maritime flowering plants, treating
structure, reproduction, distribution, identification and ecology.
PREREQUISITES: ten hours of biology, including introductory botany.
BIOL 4300-6300.
Coastal Vegetation. (3). General and
specific aspects of coastal vegetation; emphasis on local examples.
PREREQUISITES: 10 hours of biology including general botany.
BIOL 4500-6500.
Marine Microbiology. (5). Role of
microorganisms in overall ecology of oceans and estuaries. PREREQUISITES:
general microbiology and environmental microbiology or consent of instructor.
BIOL 4600-6600.
Marine Vertebrate Zoology and Ichthyology. (6). Marine Chordata, including lower groups of mammals and
birds; emphasis on fishes. PREREQUISITES: sixteen semester hours of zoology
including comparative anatomy or consent of instructor.
BIOL 4610-6610.
Early Life History of Marine Fishes. (4).
Reproductive strategies and developmental processes of marine fishes. Temporal
and spatial distribution patterns, population dynamics, and ecological
interactions of fish eggs and larvae; methods of sampling and identifying eggs
and larvae. PREREQUISITES: ichthyology, fisheries, biology, ecology, and/or
consent of instructor.
BIOL 4646-6646.
Marine Fisheries Management. (4). Overview
of practical marine fishery management problems. PREREQUISITE: consent of
instructor.
BIOL 4700-6700.
Behavior and Neurobiology of Marine Animals. (4). Behavior, neuroanatomy, and neurophysiology of marine
animals with emphasis on neural mechanisms underlying behavior of selected
invertebrates, fishes, birds and mammals. PREREQUISITES: 16 hours of zoology
and/or psychology or consent of instructor.
BIOL 4800-6800.
Marine Invertebrate Zoology. (6).
Important free-living, marine estuarine invertebrates of the Mississippi Sound
and adjacent continental shelf of the northeastern Gulf of Mexico, emphasis on
structure, classification, phylogenic relationships, larval development and
functional processes. PREREQUISITES: 16 hours of zoology including introductory
invertebrate zoology.
BIOL 4844-6844.
Parasites of Marine Animals. (6).
Parasites of marine animals; emphasis on morphology, taxonomy, life histories
and host-parasite relationships. Lecture, laboratory and field work included.
PREREQUISITES: general parasitology or consent of instructor.
BIOL 4850-6850.
Fauna and Faunistic Ecology of Tidal Marshes. (4). Survey and discussion of taxonomy, distribution, trophic
relationships, reproductive strategies and adaptation of tidal marsh animals;
emphasis on those occurring in northern Gulf marshes. PREREQUISITES: 16 hours
of biology and junior standing or consent of instructor.
(BIOM) BIOMEDICAL
ENGINEERING
VINCENT TURITTO, Sc.D., Chair
Room 330, Engineering Technology
http://mecca.mecca.org/BME/bme-home.html
The Department of Biomedical
Engineering at The University of Memphis and the School of Biomedical
Engineering at The University of Tennessee, Memphis participate in the Joint
Program in Biomedical Engineering. The Joint Program offers graduate degrees
leading to a Master of Science and a Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical
Engineering.
BIOM 4702. The
Tools of Biomedical Engineering Research. (3). Lectures and laboratory work covering basic biochemical and
biophysical measurement techniques used by biomedical engineers; topics include
light spectroscopy, gel exclusion and affinity chromatography, electrophoresis,
and immunoblotting, and radioisotopic methods. PREREQUISITE: Permission of
instructor.
BIOM 4900-19-6900-19.
Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering. (1-3). Topics are varied and announced in the Schedule of
Classes.
(CCFA)
COMMUNICATION and FINE ARTS
RICHARD RANTA, Ph.D., Dean
Room 234, Communication and Fine Arts Building
CCFA 3001. Arts
in Education. (3). Integrates art, music,
and drama with other subject areas to stimulate creativity and build positive
attitudes.
Students who wish to apply for credit for experiential
learning may obtain guidelines from the Dean of the College of Communication
and Fine Arts. Fees for this credit are listed in Fees and Charges.
CCFA 1900.
Introductory Level Experiential Learning in (descriptive title).
CCFA 2900.
Intermediate Level Experiential Learning in (descriptive title).
CCFA 3900.
Advanced Level Experiential Learning in (descriptive title).
CCFA 4001-6001. Arts in the
Schools Institute. (1). Provides West Tennessee educators the opportunity to
discover and explore the impact of aesthetic education; students will view
performances and exhibits and experience in-depth, hands-on exploratory
workshops led by teaching artists.
(CETH)
COMPUTER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Department of
Engineering Technology
RONALD LEE DAY, M.A., Chair
Room 203, Engineering Technology Building
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~engtech/home.html
CETH 1211.
Computer Programming. (3). Computer usage
in engineering technology; emphasis on use of computer programming in solving
technical problems using C. Two lecture
hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITES: TECH 1010 and MATH
1213.
CETH 2230. Pulse
and Digital Circuits. (4). Analysis and
design of pulse and digital electronic circuits using discrete transistors. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: EETH 2821.
CETH 2251.
Advanced Programming Techniques. (4).
Principles of computer programming applicable to engineering technology using
C++; algorithmic problem solving, coding in a structured high level language,
subprograms and parameters, control structures, I/O, complex arithmetic, and
double precision operations emphasized. Three
lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CETH 1211.
COREQUISITE: TECH 3044.
CETH 2261. Data
Structures. (4). (4251, 3251). Application
of high speed digital computer to problems associated with storage and
retrieval of numeric and non-numeric data in engineering systems. Includes
representation and organization for storing of data, searching and sorting
techniques, decision tables, and file maintenance techniques. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: CETH 2251.
CETH 3232.
Digital Technology. (4). Numbering systems
and codes, logic gates, Boolean algebra, Combinational logic, TTL circuits, and
memory devices. Three lecture hours,
three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CETH 2230.
CETH 3233.
Microprocessor Technology. (4). Computer
history and architecture; microprocessor and microcomputer operation; fetching
and executing instructions; microcode; microprocessor registers; memory
addressing modes; assembly-language instructions; assembler operation. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: CETH 3232.
CETH 3241.
Internet Technology. (4). Internet servers
and protocols; e-mail using Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP), World Wide
Web (WWW), Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), Telnet
Protocol, Hypertext Transport Protocol (HTTP), Hypertext Markup Language
(HTML), File Transfer Protocol (FTP), and Uniform Resource Locator (URL).
PREREQUISITE: CETH 2251. Three lecture
hours, three laboratory hours per week.
CETH 3251.
Assembly Language Programming. (4). (4251).
Microcomputer programming using assembly language instructions, DOS function
calls, and BIOS functions. Microprocessor architecture. Using an assembler to
create executable files from assembly language programs. Text and graphic
displays using assembly language programs. Application programs for
input-output devices. Three lecture
hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CETH 3233.
CETH 3281.
Computer Aided Circuit Design. (4).
Utilization of commercially available software for electronic circuit
documentation, analysis and design. Emphasis on schematic capture,
printed-circuit board design, and circuit simulation. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE:
EETH 2831.
CETH 4234.
Microprocessor Interfacing Technology. (4).
Analysis and design of microprocessor based hardware and software. Interfacing
microprocessors to volatile and non-volatile memory devices and to parallel and
serial input/output devices using digital logic devices. Assembly language
programs are used to verify operation of the hardware. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CETH 3233.
CETH 4235.
Microcomputer Systems. (4). Design and
construction of complete microcomputer system including microprocessor, RAM,
EPROM, input-output devices, and assembly language operating system. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: CETH 4234. [I]
CETH 4262. Modern
programming. (4). Application of Java and Java Script programming languages
to problems from selected area of engineering technology; data collecting,
modeling techniques, constraints, program development and validation, and
interfacing with peripherals and machine language. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week.
PREREQUISITES: CETH 2261 and 3233.
CETH 4272-6272.
Operating Systems and Data Communications. (4). Memory management, processor management, devise
management, and file management; MS-DOS operating system, Windows NT, UNIX
operating system, VAX/VMS operating system. Three
lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITES: CETH 3233
and 3251 or permission of instructor.
CETH 4281-6281.
Computer Network Technology. (4).
Local-area networks; interconnecting computers and peripherals; installation of
network hardware and software; data communications between computers; sharing
peripherals. Three lecture hours, three
laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CETH 4234.
CETH 4944. Senior
Thesis. (3). (Same as ARCH 4944, EETH 4944, METH 4944). Study and research
in specific area culminating in an integrating experience through individual
and/or group projects and technical reports. (A-F, IP). [W, I]
(CHEM) CHEMISTRY
Peter K.
Bridson, Ph.D., Chair
Room 210, Smith Chemistry Building
http://www.chem.memphis.edu/umchem.html
CHEM 1100.
Introduction to Chemistry. (3). For
students whose curriculum requires CHEM 1131, but who feel their background is
inadequate; emphasis on scientific calculations and properties of matter; three
lecture hours per week; not credited toward major in chemistry, physics or
engineering, nor does it satisfy any part of science requirement for any
degree; not applicable toward fulfilling 132-hour minimum for degrees in The
College of Arts and Sciences. COREQUISITE: MATH 1211 or 1212 recommended.
CHEM 1101.
College Chemistry I. (4). (1051).
Fundamental laws of chemistry and impact of chemistry on modern society; prior
knowledge of algebra. Three lecture
hours, two laboratory hours per week. Not credited toward major in
chemistry or physics. [G]
CHEM 1102.
College Chemistry II. (4). (1052).
Emphasis on elementary organic and biochemistry; three lecture, two laboratory
hours per week; not credited toward major in chemistry or physics.
PREREQUISITE: CHEM 1101. [G]
CHEM 1121.
Principles of Chemistry Laboratory. (1). (1111 lab). Experiments and experimental techniques in general
chemistry; three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: CHEM
1131. [G]
CHEM 1122. Principles
of Chemistry Laboratory. (1). (1112 lab).
Continuation of CHEM 1121. Three
laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: CHEM 1132. [G]
CHEM 1131.
Principles of Chemistry. (3). (1111). For
students who are majoring in one of the physical sciences, biology, mathematics
or engineering, or who are following a pre-professional program requiring
additional chemistry. Three lecture hours
per week. COREQUISITES: MATH 1211, 1212 or 1321; CHEM 1121 recommended. [G]
CHEM 1132.
Principles of Chemistry. (3). (1112).
Continuation of CHEM 1131. Three lecture
hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 1131. COREQUISITE: 1122 recommended. [G]
CHEM 3201.
Quantitative Chemical Analysis Laboratory. (2). (3404). Application of the techniques of quantitative analysis in
areas described in CHEM 3211. Six
laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: CHEM 3211. [C] Note: Both CHEM 3201 and CHEM 3211
must be completed in order to satisfy the computation intensive requirement.
CHEM 3211.
Quantitative Chemical Analysis. (2) (3400).
Theory and practice of modern chemical analysis. Includes: acid-base, redox,
and complex ion equilibria, separation methods, absorptiometry, flame
spectroscopy, and electroanalytical methods. Two lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 1122, 1132.
COREQUISITE: CHEM 3201 recommended. [C] Note:
Both CHEM 3201 and CHEM 3211 must be completed in order to satisfy the
computation intensive requirement.
CHEM 3301.
General Organic Chemistry Laboratory. (1).
Emphasis on laboratory techniques as applied to synthesis and class reactions. Three laboratory hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CHEM 1122, 1132. PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: CHEM 3311.
CHEM 3302.
General Organic Chemistry Laboratory. (1).
Continuation of CHEM 3301; emphasis on correlation of chemical behavior with
structure. Three laboratory hours per
week. PREREQUISITES: CHEM 3311 and 3301 COREQUISITE or PREREQUISITE: CHEM
3312.
CHEM 3311.
General Organic Chemistry. (3). Systematic
study of preparations and properties of organic compounds, including
interpretations based on modern theories of organic chemistry; emphasis on
aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, their halogen derivatives, and alcohols. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CHEM 1132.
CHEM 3312.
General Organic Chemistry. (3). Continuation
of CHEM 3311; emphasis on more important functional derivatives of aliphatic
and aromatic hydrocarbons and natural products important in biochemistry.
PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3311.
CHEM 3401.
Elementary Physical Chemistry. (3).
Abbreviated course in physical chemistry; includes elementary thermodynamics,
phase transitions, solution chemistry, electrochemistry, kinetics, colloidal
and surface chemistry, and molecular polarity; credit may be obtained either in
this course or in 3411, but not both. Three
lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITES: CHEM 3211 or 3311, PHYS 2002/2120 or
2004/2520.
CHEM 3402.
Physical Chemistry Laboratory. (2).
Measurements of physical properties, reaction rates, and equilibria.
application of electrochemistry and calorimetry. Six laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3411. COREQUISITE
or PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3412.
CHEM 3411.
Physical Chemistry. (3). Thermochemical
foundations of physical chemistry applied to open and closed systems, kinetic
theory of gases, and surface chemistry. Three
lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITES: PHYS 2002/2120 or 2004/2520; MATH
2321.
CHEM 3412.
Physical Chemistry. (3). Continuation of
CHEM 3411 emphasizing kinetics of chemical reactions, quantum chemistry,
chemical bonding, statistical mechanics, spectroscopy, and other methods of
structure determination. Three lecture
hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3411.
CHEM 4001-6001.
Environmental Chemistry. (3). Chemical
phenomena occurring in soil, atmospheric and aquatic environments;
consideration of natural resources and energy. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3311.
CHEM 4101-6101.
Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory. (1).
Experimental techniques of inorganic synthesis and physical methods for
characterization of inorganic and organometallic compounds. Three laboratory hours per week.
PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: CHEM 4111-6111.
CHEM 4111-6111.
Inorganic Chemistry. (3). (CHEM 4210).
Theoretical and applied inorganic chemistry; stress on relationship of
structure and bonding to properties of elements and compounds. Includes
introductory molecular orbital theory, coordination compounds and
organometallics, ligand field theory, nonaqueous solvent systems, and reaction
mechanisms. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3412 or permission of the instructor. COREQUISITE: CHEM 4101
recommended.
CHEM
4180-99-6180-99. Special Topics In Inorganic Chemistry. (1-3). Topics in inorganic chemistry that are of current
interest; topics are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes. PREREQUISITE:
CHEM 3312 and permission of instructor.
CHEM 4201-6201.
Instrumentation Laboratory. (2). (4220 lab.)
Laboratory exercises that apply topics that are introduced in CHEM 4211; these
include: measurement signals, enhancement of signal-to-noise, fundamentals of
electronics, applications of solid-state electronic devices, and the role of
computers in data acquisition. Six
laboratory hours per week. COREQUISITE: CHEM 4211.
CHEM 4211-6211.
Advanced Instrumental Analysis. (3) (4220).
Topics in analytical instrumental analysis, including atomic spectroscopy,
x-ray spectroscopy, mass spectroscopy, UV-visible spectroscopy, luminescence,
infrared, Raman, and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3211 and 3412.
CHEM 4280-99-6260-99.
Special Topics In Analytical Chemistry. (1-3). Topics of current interest in analytical chemistry; topics
are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3412 and
permission of instructor.
CHEM 4311-6311.
Intermediate Organic Chemistry. (3).
Further study of physical organic chemistry, spectrometric methods of
identification of organic compounds, modern organic synthesis, and natural
products chemistry. Three lecture hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3312.
CHEM 4315-6315.
Organic Medicinal Chemistry. (3).
Introduction to principles of medicinal chemistry; structure, synthesis, and
biochemical mechanism of action of major drug classes. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3312.
CHEM
4380-99-6380-99. Special Topics In Organic Chemistry. (1-3). Topics of current interest in organic chemistry; topics
are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3312 and
permission of instructor.
CHEM 4411-6411.
Advanced Physical Chemistry. (3). Advanced
topics in physical chemistry including statistical mechanics and statistical
thermodynamics plus selected topics in the areas of kinetic theory of gases,
condensed phases, and nonequilibrium processes. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3412 or
permission of instructor.
CHEM 4415-6415.
Computational Chemistry. (3). Application
of computers to address problems in organic and inorganic chemistry; emphasis
is on use of quantum chemistry codes to solve problems related to electronic,
molecular, and vibrational structure problems. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3412 and
permission of instructor.
CHEM
4480-99-6480-99. Special Topics in Physical Chemistry. (1-3). Topics of current interest in physical chemistry; topics
are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3412 and
permission of instructor.
CHEM 4501-6501.
Biochemistry Laboratory I. (2). (Same as MMCS 4503-6503). Survey of common biochemical techniques and the properties
of biological molecules; emphasis on purification and assay of enzymes and on
enzyme kinetics. Six laboratory hours per
week. PREREQUISITES: CHEM 3302, or CHEM 3201 and 3301. PREREQUISITE or
COREQUISITE: MMCS 4511 or CHEM 4511.
CHEM 4502-6502.
Biochemistry Laboratory II. (2). (Same as MMCS 4504-6504). Biochemical laboratory techniques, emphasis on nucleic
acids and recombinant DNA techniques. Six
laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITES: MMCS 4511 or CHEM 4511, MMCS 4325
or 4470, or consent of instructor.
CHEM 4511-6511.
Biochemistry I. (3). (Same as MMCS 4511-6511). Chemistry of amino acids and proteins related to their
properties in biochemical systems; enzymology, including kinetics and
conformation studies; coenzymes and their functions; importance of pH;
bioenergetics; chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleotides. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE:
CHEM 3312.
CHEM 4512-6512.
Biochemistry II. (3). (Same as MMCS 4512-6512). Continuation of CHEM 4511; metabolism of carbohydrates,
amino acids and nucleotides; biochemistry of DNA and RNA, including their
relationship to biosynthesis of proteins; DNA and RNA. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: MMCS 4511 OR CHEM 4511.
CHEM
4580-99-6560-99. Special Topics in Biochemistry. (1-3). (Same as MMCS
4580-99-6580-99). Topics of current
interest in biochemistry; topics are varied and announced in Schedule of
Classes. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 4512 and permission of instructor.
CHEM 4601-6601.
Chemical Demonstrations. (3). Preparing
and presenting demonstrations and activities to illustrate chemical principles,
processes, and properties for secondary and post-secondary classes. One lecture hours, four laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3302, CHEM 3312 or permission of instructor.
CHEM 4602-6602.
Teaching High School Chemistry Laboratory. (3). Instruction in selection, modification, evaluation, and
teaching instructional chemistry experiments in high schools; planning
pedagogical goals, laboratory organization and safety, purchasing supplies, and
student evaluation. Two lecture hours,
two laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3302, CHEM 3312 or
permission of instructor.
CHEM 4604-6604.
Instrumental Methods. (3). (3604).
Analytical instrumental techniques including molecular spectroscopy,
chromatography, atomic spectroscopy, and electrochemical analysis. One lecture hour, six laboratory hours per
week. PREREQUISITES: CHEM 3201, 3211, 3312, or permission of instructor. [I]
CHEM 4911-6911.
Chemical Literature and Seminar. (1). Use
of chemical literature, writing of technical reports, and oral presentation of
investigative reports. One lecture hour
per week. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
CHEM 4991.
Chemical Research. (1). (See description under CHEM 4993.)
CHEM 4992.
Chemical Research. (2). (See description under CHEM 4993.)
CHEM 4993.
Chemical Research. (3). Introduction to
basic research; Student collaborates with a faculty sponsor on problem of
mutual interest selected from fields of analytical, computational, inorganic,
organic, and physical chemistry, and biochemistry; experience gained in
effective laboratory techniques, critical experiment design, and preparing a
formal scientific paper; to receive credit toward a major in chemistry, student
must complete three semester hours in these research courses. Three to nine laboratory hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CHEM 3312 and permission of instructor; complete prospectus in
consultation with a faculty sponsor before registering for this course. [W]
(CHIN) CHINESE
Department of
Foreign Languages and Literatures
RALPH ALBBNESE, Ph.D., Chair
Room 375, Dunn Hall
CHIN 1101.
Elementary Chinese. (3) (LALI 1701003).
Principles of pronunciation; everyday expressions; basic sentence patterns
through oral practice, writing and reading.
CHIN 1102.
Elementary Chinese. (3). (LALI 1702003).
Continued study of sentence patterns through oral and written practice.
PREREQUISITE: CHIN 1101 or equivalent.
CHIN 2201.
Intermediate Chinese. (3). (LALI 2701003).
Continued study of sentence patterns through oral and written practice.
PREREQUISITE: CHIN 1102 or equivalent.
CHIN 2202.
Intermediate Chinese. (3). (LALI 2702003).
Continued study of sentence patterns through oral and written practice.
PREREQUISITE: CHIN 2201 or equivalent.
CHIN 3301.
Conversation and Composition. (3).
Conversational practice dealing with various topics on social life, traveling,
business; fundamental Chinese grammar for reading and writing. PREREQUISITE:
CHIN 2202 or equivalent.
CHIN 3302.
Conversation and Composition. (3).
Conversational practice dealing with various topics on Chinese culture, life
style, business, education, history, current ; grammar and slang for
conversation and composition. PREREQUISITE: CHIN 3301 or equivalent.
CHIN 4301. Modern
Chinese Fiction. (3). Reading in
twentieth-century Chinese fiction; themes of modernity, nationalism, class,
gender and self. PREREQUISITE: CHIN 3301, 3302 or permission of instructor.
CHIN 4780.
Individual Studies in Chinese. (1-3). Directed
individual study in selected areas of Chinese chosen in consultation with
instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. PREREQUISITE: permission
of the instructor.
(CIVL) CIVIL
ENGINEERING
MARTIN E. LIPINSKI, P.E., Chair
Room 104A, Engineering Building
http://www.ce.memphis.edu/
CIVL 1101. Civil
Engineering Measurements. (3). (2111).
Theory of measurements, linear measurements, angles, topographic surveys, and
mapping with applications in Civil Engineering; emphasis on individual and
group problem solving, techniques of data collection and analysis, and project
documentation. Two lecture hours, three
laboratory hours per week.
CIVL 1112. Civil
Engineering Analysis. (3). (2112).
Microcomputer applications for data analysis, presentation, documentation;
emphasis on algorithm design and logic; fundamental numerical analysis;
elementary programming. Two lecture
hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 1101.
PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: MATH 1321.
CIVL 2107. Civil
Engineering Computation. (3). (1107).
Logical analysis of problems; development and implementation of computer
programs in support of civil engineering analysis and design. Two lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 1112; PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: MATH 2321.
CIVL 2131.
Statics. (3). Analysis of two and three
dimensional force systems; centroids and moments of inertia; friction. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITES: MATH 2321, PHYS 2510, 2003.
CIVL 3101.
Computer Methods In Civil Engineering. (3).
Civil engineering applications of fundamental methods of numerical analysis;
advanced programming techniques. Three
lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 2107. PREREQUISITE or
COREQUISITE: MATH 3391.
CIVL 3113.
Stochastic Systems Engineering. (3). (4113).
Development and use of probabilistic techniques in civil engineering. Emphasis
on applications; simulation, decision
making under uncertainty, and queueing problems. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: MATH 2322.
CIVL 3121.
Structural Analysis I. (3). Analysis of
statically determinate structures; reactions, shear, and moment; truss
analysis; deflections; influence lines and moving loads. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 2107, 2131.
PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: CIVL 3322. [C]
CIVL 3131. Design
of Steel Structures. (3). Current design
concepts for structural steel members and their connections. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITES: CIVL 3121, 3322.
CIVL 3137. Civil
Engineering Materials. (3). (3135).
Properties of aggregates, mix design and use of Portland cement concrete,
masonry products and construction, use of wood and timber products in
construction, bituminous materials and mixtures and other engineering
materials. Two lecture hours, three
laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITES: CIVL 3322, 3325.
CIVL 3140.
Environmental Systems Engineering. (4).
Fundamentals of environmental engineering systems with emphasis on the
integration of the concepts of chemistry, hydraulics, economics, English, and
social sciences as they can be applied to benefit mankind. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3180.
CIVL 3161.
Transportation Systems Engineering. (3). (4161). Development and function of transportation systems;
operational control and characteristics; system coordination, traffic flow and
patterns. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: CIVL 3113; PREREQUISITES: CIVL 2107, MECH 2332,
MATH 2322.
CIVL 3180. Civil
Engineering Hydraulics. (3). Basic
principles of incompressible fluid mechanics with emphasis on hydrostatics,
conservation of energy and momentum with application on engineering analysis of
pipe networks, pumps, and open channel systems. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 2107; MECH 2332.
CIVL 3181.
Hydrology and Hydraulics. (3). (4148).
Quantification of precipitation and runoff, reservoir and channel routing,
groundwater, and design of drainage systems and open channels. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3180.
CIVL 3182.
Hydrology and Hydraulics Laboratory. (1).
Principles of fluid mechanics, open channel hydraulics, and collection of
hydrologic data; fluid instrumentation, measurement techniques, data collection
methods, and organization of written reports of experimental investigations. Two laboratory hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3180.
CIVL 3322.
Mechanics of Materials. (3). (Same as MECH 3322). Analysis of components subjected to tension, compression,
bending moment, torque; combined loading; Mohr’s stress circle; deflection of
beams; simple treatment of column buckling. Three
lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 2131.
CIVL 3325.
Mechanics of Materials Laboratory. (1). Materials
testing and evaluation. Three laboratory
hours per week. COREQUISITE or PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3322.
CIVL 4111.
Engineering Economics. (3). (3141).
Application of economics and decision theory to engineering alternatives in
planning, developing, constructing, and managing engineering projects. Three lecture hours per week.
CIVL 4112-6112.
Deterministic Systems Engineering. (3).
Employment of optimization techniques to well-defined civil engineering
problems; emphasis on development and applications of mathematical models;
transportation and resource allocation problems. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3101.
CIVL 4122-6122.
Structural Analysis II. (3). (3122).
Analytical and numerical solutions for statically indeterminate structures. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITES: CIVL 3121, 3322.
CIVL 4131-6131.
Intermediate Steel Design. (3). Design of
plate girders and composite beams; moment connections; current code provisions. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITES: CIVL 3131.
CIVL 4135.
Reinforced Concrete Design. (3). Strength
analysis and design of reinforced concrete members; floor systems; current code
provisions. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITES: CIVL 3121, 3322.
CIVL 4136-6136.
Intermediate Reinforced Concrete Design. (3). Design of two-way slab systems; column design including length effects;
current code provisions. Three lecture
hours per week. PREREQUISITES: CIVL
4135, PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: CIVL 4122.
CIVL 4140-6140.
Environmental Engineering Design. (3).
Detailed design of one component of an environmental engineering system with
appropriate consideration of the interactions with the other components; design
standards, procedures, and legal constraints. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3140.
CIVL 4143-6143.
Physical/Chemical Treatment Systems. (3).
Basic physical chemical treatment concepts for water and wastewater with
laboratory demonstration of laboratory studies. Two lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE:
CIVL 3140.
CIVL 4144-6144.
Biological Wastewater Treatment Systems. (3). Basic biological treatment concepts for wastewater with laboratory
demonstration of unit operations as well as derivation of design data through
laboratory studies. Two lecture hours,
/three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3140.
CIVL 4151. Soil
Mechanics. (4). Properties of soil and
rock, including identification and classification, hydraulic properties,
consolidation characteristics, and stress deformation-strength relationships. Three lecture hours, three laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 2107, 3137.
CIVL 4152.
Applied Soil Mechanics. (3). Subsurface
exploration, foundation types, foundation construction, selection of foundation
type and basis of design, earth retaining structures, and slope stability. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CIVL 4151.
CIVL 4162-6162.
Traffic Engineering. (3). Traits and
behavior patterns of road users and their vehicles. Includes traffic signs and
signals, pavement markings, hazard delineation, capacity, accidents and parking
analysis. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3161.
CIVL 4163-6163.
Airport Planning and Design. (3).
Aeronautical demand and air traffic control; airport and runway configuration;
capacity and delay analysis, geometric design of runways and taxiways; airport
access and parking; ground movements and baggage movements. Three lecture hours per week.
PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3161.
CIVL 4164-6164.
Route Location and Design. (3). Elements
of route location and design; emphasis on horizontal and vertical alignment,
curvature, gradient and sight distance. Two
lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week. PREREQUISITES: CIVL 1101,
3161.
CIVL 4171.
Construction Engineering I. (3).
Construction process and project management system; planning, cost estimating,
bidding and scheduling construction projects; use of optimization techniques to
control schedules and costs; computer applications. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: CIVL
4111.
CIVL 4172.
Construction Engineering II. (3).
Application of construction engineering and management methods to estimate,
bid, plan, and manage actual engineering construction project in safe,
efficient manner. Three lecture hours per
week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 4171.
CIVL 4173. Engineering
Law. (3). Sources of law; forms of
engineering organizations such as corporations, partnerships, and agencies;
principles of contract law; application of construction law to the
owner-engineer-contractor relationship, bidding, contracting, construction
process, risk, disputes, and dispute resolution. Three lecture hours per week.
CIVL 4180-6180.
Advanced Hydrology and Hydraulics. (3).
Current methods and techniques used in hydrologic and hydraulic analysis for
the design of water resources projects; watershed hydrology, groundwater
hydrology, flood frequency analysis, flood plain management, hydraulic
structures, hydraulic machinery, and project feasibility. Three lecture hours per week. PREREQUISITE: CIVL 3181.
CIVL 4190-6190.
Water Resources Planning and Design. (3).
Application of engineering principles to planning and design of multipurpose
water resources projects, various physical components and appurtenances of
water resources projects and economic, financial, and social feasibility of
various purposes. Three lecture hours per
week. PREREQUISITES: CIVL 3181, 4111 or consent of instructor.
CIVL 4191. Civil
Engineering Projects. (1-3). Independent
investigation of a Civil Engineering problem in consultation with instructor.
May be taken for a maximum of three hours credit toward graduation.
PREREQUISITE: consent of instructor.
CIVL 4193. Senior
Seminar. (1). Reports and discussion on
engineering history, current developments, ethics, professionalism,
registration, engineering organizations, publications, and activities. One lecture hour per week. PREREQUISITE:
Senior standing in civil engineering. (S/U)
CIVL 4199. Civil
Engineering Design. (3). Design of a civil
engineering system. Establishment of design objectives and criteria; synthesis
and computer assisted analysis of alternatives; selection of optimum system
design; preparation of detailed system descriptions including design sketches
and engineering drawings and reports. Must be taken in studentÆs final
semester. Two lecture hours, two laboratory
hours per week. PREREQUISITE: ENGL 3603. [W, I]
4900-10. Special
Topics in Civil Engineering. (1-3). Topics
are varied and announced in the Schedule of Classes.
4999. Honors
Thesis. (3). Under the direction of a
faculty member, the student writes and defends a thesis based upon background
reading and research on a topic in civil engineering. PREREQUISITE: Approval by
the Honors Committee of the Department of Civil Engineering.
CRIMINOLOGY AND
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
RICHARD JANIKOWSKI, Ph.D., Chair
Room 405, Mitchell Hall
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~cjustice/cjus.htm
CJUS
3129 is a prerequisite for all upper division courses except CJUS 3510 and
3521. CJUS 3130 is a prerequisite or corequisite for CJUS 3541. CJUS 1100,
3129, 3130, 3510, 3521, and 3541 are prerequisites for all upper division
electives. The department chair may grant exceptions to these requirements for
selected elective courses.
(CJUS)
CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CJUS 1100.
Introduction to Criminal Justice. (3).
Introduction to American criminal justice system in its three dimensions:
police, courts, and corrections, tracing its development from ancient and early
English beginnings to present time. [G]
CJUS 2110.
Comparative Justice Systems. (3). Overview
of justice systems of various countries, focusing primarily on substantive and
philosophical relationships between the subsystems and the society they serve. [G]
CJUS 2520. Street
Law: A Course in Practical Law. (3).
Practical application of law to everyday problems; legal processes and
resources available to every citizen; case materials in criminal, consumer,
environmental, and family law with reference to their relationship in criminal
justice context. Credit earned does not apply toward major or minor in
Criminology and Criminal Justice.
CJUS 3029.
Statistical Methods Laboratory. (1).
Computer assisted analyses of criminological data sets utilizing descriptive
and inferential statistics. Two
laboratory hours per week. Corequisite or instructor’s permission: CJUS
3129.
CJUS 3129. Statistical
Methods In Criminal Justice. (3).
Statistical methods commonly utilized in criminal justice research; emphasis on
descriptive and inferential statistics, measures of significance, and
interpretation of results; introduction to micro-computers. PREREQUISITE: COMP
1200 or equivalent, and MATH 1211, 1312 or 1321. Corequisite or instructorÆs permission: CJUS 3029. [C]
CJUS 3130.
Research Methods In Criminal Justice. (3). (3128). Techniques commonly utilized in criminal justice research,
emphasis on research design, methods of data collection, measurement of
variables, and threats to validity and reliability; use of microcomputers and
statistical programs for data collection and analysis. PREREQUISITE: CJUS 3129.
CJUS 3152. Drug
Addiction and Alcoholism. (3). Cultural
and medical aspects of use of alcohol and various other drugs; consideration of
roles of law enforcement and corrections in these areas.
CJUS 3226. Police
In America. (3). (3526). Comparative
analysis of problems, procedures, organization, and functions of effective
police organization.
CJUS 3326. Courts
in America. (3). Exploration and analysis
of structure, process, personnel, policy, and legal theory in the American
judicial system.
CJUS 3426.
Corrections In America. (3). Concepts of
organizational behavior applied to probation, parole, community-based
corrections, prisons, and other detention facilities, with emphasis on their
history and practice.
CJUS 3510. Law
and Society. (3). Law as system of control
and as mechanism for resolution of conflict; relationship of law to political,
economic and social systems critically analyzed and development of legal
profession studied.
CJUS 3521.
Constitutional Criminal Procedure. (3).
General application of U.S. constitution principles to investigative and
prosecutorial process of the criminal justice system; emphasis on requirements
of the 4th, 5th. 6th, 8th, and 14th Amendments as they relate to arrest,
search, and seizure, interrogation and identification procedures, trial and
appellate proceedings.
CJUS 3541.
Criminology. (3). Nature and significance
of criminality; etiology of illegal behavior; trends in social reactions to
crime and criminals; evolution of biological, psychological, and sociological
theories of criminal behavior.
CJUS 3542. Crime
and Criminal Typologies. (3). (4120).
Classification of crime and typical elements involved in each type of crime,
classification of criminal offenders and salient career variables associated
with each type of offender relative to background, crime, and career prognosis.
CJUS
4010-19-6010-19. Special Topics In Criminal Justice. (1-3). Topics are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes.
CJUS 4100.
Individual Directed Study In Criminal Justice. (1-4). Individual directed reading and research in special areas
of interest in field of criminal justice. PREREQUISITE: permission of
department chair. NOTE: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 hours total
credit.
CJUS 4110. Senior
Seminar in Criminal Justice. (3). Analysis
of criminal justice issues from a systems perspective; emphasis on active
learning, gaining familiarity with criminal justice resources, and development
of analytical and writing skills. PREREQUISITE: senior standing in Criminology
and Criminal Justice and permission of department chair. [W, I]
CJUS 4126.
Criminal Justice Administration and Management. (3). (3126). Management philosophies for administration of criminal
justice agencies; focus on organizational behavior, theories of management,
planning and budgeting, administrative legal issues, and administrative
problems unique to the criminal justice system.
CJUS 4130.
Ethical Dilemmas In Criminal Justice. (3).
Legal, moral, and social implications of ethical dilemmas in criminal justice,
including police use of deadly force, police discretion, victimless crimes,
surveillance, enforcement of unpopular laws, use of informers, plea bargaining,
judicial discretion, and capital punishment;
subcultural norms and dilemmas they present to criminal justice
practitioner.
CJUS 4150.
Internship In Criminal Justice. (1-3).
Experience in actual criminal justice setting; internship initiated by
department in agency, and both department and agency supervise and direct
student program. May be repeated for maximum of 6 hours. PREREQUISITE: senior
standing and/or approval of instructor. (S/U)
CJUS 4160-6160.
Forensic Sciences. (3). Forensic
specialities in terms of their history, scientific rationale upon which each is
based, and problems that may compromise accuracy or validity; introduction to
field techniques and analysis of evidence.
CJUS 4170.
Prevention and Deterrence to Crime. (3).
Theoretical and practical strategies for crime prevention and deterrence.
Social, environmental, and mechanical developments; police, courts, and correctional elements of criminal justice
system analyzed in terms of current effectiveness and future potential for
crime suppression.
CJUS 4180-6180.
Corporate and White-Collar Crime. (3).
Organizational and occupational crime compared to other types of criminality;
emphasis on causes, frequency, control, and social impact.
CJUS 4190-6190.
Terrorism: Social and Legal Perspective. (3). Theoretical and ideological aspects of practice of and response to
international and domestic terrorism; terrorism as crime from political, social.
economic, historical, and legal perspectives.
CJUS 4233.
Organized Crime. (3). Nature, structure,
characteristics, and investigation of syndicated crime; its impact on social
and economic conditions in this country.
CJUS 4235.
Private and Industrial Security. (3). Role
and function of private police organizations and legal restrictions on private
security personnel; facets of private security to include retail, industrial
and corporate security.
CJUS 4520-6520.
Substantive Criminal Law. (3). (3520).
Substance of the crime, including common-law sources and basic principles,
types of offenses, responsibility, justification and excuse, and related areas.
CJUS 4530.
Principles of Evidence and Proof. (3).
Rules of evidence and matters of proof affecting criminal investigation in
investigatory and prosecutive stages of criminal justice; socio-legal aspect of
basic rules of evidence, including hearsay rules, impeachment, materiality and
relevancy, privilege, eyewitness identification.
CJUS 4531-6531.
Issues in Constitutional Rights. (3).
Issues in constitutional law related to criminal defendants and incarcerees;
exclusionary rule and its alternatives, application of 1st Amendment to
criminal law, legal status of confined persons (discipline, legal services,
communications, medical aid), and liability of correctional and police
officials; civil and criminal legal
techniques for protecting and vindicating constitutional rights, such as habeas
corpus and 42 USC 1983.
CJUS 4533-6533.
Juvenile Delinquency: Theory and Process. (3). Theories of juvenile delinquency, gang activities, and
status offenses; history, organization programs and procedures of agencies
charged with control and prevention of juvenile delinquency including police,
juvenile units, juvenile court, and juvenile correctional agencies.
(CLAS) CLASSICS
Department of
Foreign Languages and Literatures
RALPH ALBANESE, Ph.D., Chair
Room 375, Dunn Hall
CLAS 2481.
Mythology. (3). Thematic study of
classical myths and their function in ancient literature; emphasis on reading
myths in ancient sources in translation. [G]
CLAS 3021.
Scientific Terminology. (3). Origin and
derivation of words used in medicine and the sciences; emphasis on building of
scientific vocabulary.
CLAS 3412. Roman
Culture. (3). Study based on literary
sources, of public and private life including such topics as family life,
slavery, religion, medicine, law, and technology.
CLAS 3413. Greek
Literature in Translation. (3). Reading
and analysis of masterpieces of Greek literature in translation from Homer to
Lucian; emphasis on development of literary types.
CLAS 3414. Roman
Literature in Translation. (3). Reading
and analysis of masterpieces of Roman literature in English translation from
origins to close of Silver Age; emphasis on genres of Roman literature.
CLAS 4780.
Individual Studies in Classics. (1-3).
Directed individual study in selected areas of Classics chosen in consultation
with instructor. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 semester hours credit by
permission of chairman. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
CLAS 4791.
Special Studies in Classics. (1-3). Topics
in classical literature and civilization. May be repeated for maximum of 6
hours credit. PREREQUISITE: permission of chair and instructor.
(CMUS) COMMERCIAL
MUSIC
Department of Music
B. GLENN CHANDLER, Ph.D., Chair
Room 123 Music Building
http://www.people.memphis.edu/~cmusweb/
CMUS 1001.
Introduction to Music Technology. (1).
Basic introduction to music technologies available to the musician;
introduction to software, hardware, and basic tenets of MIDI sequencing,
notation, composition, studio audio production CR ROM availability, CD/DVD
technology. Corequisite: MUTC 1008.
CMUS 1116. Class
Instruction in Piano: Jazz/Pop/Commercial. (2). Basic harmonic patterns, chord symbol realization,
voicing, basic rhythmic patterns. PREREQUISITE: MUSE 1105 or equivalency exam.
CMUS 2101. Music
Theory: Jazz/Pop/Commercial I. (3). Basic
harmonic structures, chord symbol realization, melodic structures, notation,
articulation, rhythmic patterns; analysis of written and recorded jazz and pop
music; transcription of recorded materials. Three
lecture hours, one laboratory hour per week. (F). PREREQUISITES: MUTC 1009, CMUS 1116.
CMUS 2102. Music
Theory: Jazz/Pop/Commercial II. (3).
Altered scales and modes, altered and extended chords, chromatic progressions,
mediant relationships, poly-harmony and panchromaticism. Three lecture hours, one laboratory hour per week. (SP).
PREREQUISITE: CMUS 2101.
CMUS 2501.
Composition/Arranging: Jazz/Commercial I. (2). Emphasis on small instrumental and vocal works, basic
style and form. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. PREREQUISITE:
MUTC 2501 or permission of instructor. NOTE:
Composition is taught as applied music. Students receive the equivalent of one
half-hour lesson per week. Fee for this instruction is $30.00 per semester.
CMUS 2502.
Composition/Arranging: Jazz/Commercial II. (2). Emphasis on stage and jazz band arranging techniques. May
be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. PREREQUISITE: CMUS 2501 or
permission of instructor. NOTE:
Composition is taught as applied music. Students receive the equivalent of one
half-hour lesson per week. Fee for this instruction is $30.00 per semester.
CMUS 3100. Artist
Management. (3). Problems involved in developing
and managing career of contemporary recording artist; attention to management
agreements, personal appearance contracts, promotion, booking and agentry,
marketing, artist representation, public relations, merchandising and media
production activity. A portfolio will be completed.
CMUS 3101. Music
Media: Promotion, Sales, Distribution and Merchandising. (3). Current practices in exposing recording and other music
media to public including business elements of music media distribution;
emphasis on promotion and sale of recordings, radio station music formats,
traditional and electronic methods of media delivery, and music merchandising;
overview of manufacturing and duplication issues.
CMUS 3103.
Contemporary Songwriting and Production Techniques. (3). Process of developing an idea into a commercially viable
song and applying production techniques for maximum commercial potential.
PREREQUISITES: CMUS 1116, 2101 or permission of instructor.
CMUS 3501.
Composition/Arranging: Jazz/Commercial III. (2). Individual instruction for mixed ensembles and studio
groups in various jazz and studio styles, standard and extended forms.
Introduction to line writing. May be repeated for additional credit.
PREREQUISITE: CMUS 2502 or permission of instructor. NOTE: Composition is
taught as applied music. Students receive the equivalent of one hour lesson per
week. Fee for this instruction is $60.00 per semester.
CMUS 3800.
Recording Studio Technology. (4). Detailed
examination of basic theory, operational concepts and technologies upon which
modern audio production is based. Exploration of creative production techniques
used to enhance music recordings. PREREQUISITES: sophomore standing, completion
of MATH 1312, TECH 1811, and permission of instructor.
CMUS 3801.
Computer-Based Audio Production. (2).
Focus on needs of practicing audio engineer. Concepts and practices of using
equipment commonly found in electronic music studios with emphasis on digital
audio workstation. Topics include: sampling, synthesis, MIDI, patching, editing,
synchronization, signal processing and creative commercial production
techniques. PREREQUISITES: computer literacy, CMUS 3800 and permission of
instructor. NOTE: Basic computer operations will not be covered. Students must
be proficient with Macintosh or Windows environment including; basic system
operations, data backup functions, file manipulation, data translation and
common application programs.
CMUS 3802. Audio
Production: Technology and Practice. (3).
Promote basic understanding of equipment, techniques, musical production values
and technology commonly used in modern audio production. Designed to give music
business major an understanding of production process or to enhance studio
musicianÆs ability to provide creative services during recording sessions.
PREREQUISITES: sophomore standing and permission of instructor.
CMUS 3825.
Materials and Techniques of Improvisation I. (3). Development of improvisation skills on solo instruments or
voice; basic chord patterns, scales, arpeggios; performance with rhythm
section. (F). PREREQUISITE: CMUS
2102 or permission of instructor.
CMUS 3826.
Materials and Techniques of Improvisation II. (3). Analysis of melodic structures; motivic fragmentation and
sequencing; extended harmonic structures, performance in small combo settings. (F). PREREQUISITE: CMUS 3825 or
permission of instructor.
CMUS 3827.
Materials and Techniques of Improvisation III. (3). Analysis and performance of music in standard styles,
including bebop, Latin, fusion, and jazz/rock; contemporary mainstream,
pan-chromatic, and free-form improvisation; performance with combos and large
jazz ensembles. (F). PREREQUISITE:
CMUS 3826 or permission of instructor.
CMUS 3828.
Aesthetics and Analysis of Jazz and Commercial Music Styles. (2). Fundamentals of form and style analysis; study of the
artistic and commercial intentions and appropriateness of music from early
popular styles to the present. (SP).
PREREQUISITE: CMUS 2102 or permission of instructor.
CMUS 4102-6102.
Composer’s Workshop: Jazz/Commercial. (3). (MUTC 4102). Composition/Arranging for various sizes of instrumental
and vocal groups with emphasis on commercial writing; projects in record
copies, horn and string tracks, background vocals, instrumental accompaniment
for vocal solos, jingles, and radio station ID’s. (SP-odd years). PREREQUISITES: CMUS 2102, 2502, or permission of
instructor.
CMUS 4103-6103.
Jazz and Studio Ensemble Techniques. (3). (MUTC 4103). Jazz and studio performance styles and practices,
emphasizing ensemble rehearsal and conducting techniques, articulation,
phrasing, balance and blend, line dominance, and recording studio performance
skills. (F). PREREQUISITE: CMUS
3828.
CMUS 4201.
Studies in Commercial Music. (1-3). Class
or supervised individual study of special problems in Commercial Music. May be
repeated if course content differs.
CMUS
4260-69-6260-69. Special Topics in Commercial Music. (1-3). Topics are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes.
CMUS 4501.
Composition/Arranging: Jazz/Commercial IV. (3). Individual instruction with emphasis on advanced line
writing, fusion and contemporary mainstream styles, writing for full studio
orchestra. May be repeated for additional credit. PREREQUISITE: CMUS 3501 or
permission of instructor. NOTE:
Composition is taught as applied music. Students receive the equivalent of one
hour lesson per week. Fee for this instruction is $60.00 per semester.
CMUS 4502-6502.
Introduction to Film/Video Scoring. (3).
Basic problems of writing music for film and video: commercial and industrial
productions, shorts and full length features, selection of appropriate styles,
creating a master music list, writing from a cue sheet; introduction to editing
room equipment: conversion of film frames to video, use of SMPTE time code and
synchronization equipment, MIDI sequencer scoring from a digital audio
workstation; project assignments in film and video formats. (alternate years). PREREQUISITES: MUTC
2511, CMUS 3501, and either CMUS 3801 or MUTC 4511 or 4505, or by permission of
instructor.
CMUS 4503. Concert
Promotion, Tour Management and Artist Relations. (3). Current practices in tour promotion, tour management and
artist relations from perspectives of promoter, artist, road manager and venue
administrator.
CMUS 4504.
Entertainment Complex Administration. (3).
Fundamentals for managers of concert halls, theme parks, stadiums, nightclubs,
and other venues; talent selection and
contract negotiations, union considerations, publicity, security, cash
management, budgets, selection of
program material, presenting programs and performances. (S/P).
CMUS 4602-6602.
Music Industry Business Practice and Structure. (3). (MUHL 4602). Examination of organization, structure and business
relationships upon which commercial music industry operates; industry structure,
fundamental music business processes and activities, music as property, uses of
music media, career options.
CMUS 4603-6603.
Copyright and Licensing. (3). (MUHL 4603).
Detailed examination of intellectual property rights as they relate to
commercial music industry. PREREQUISITE: CMUS 4602.
CMUS 4800. Studio
Recording. (4). Audio engineering on
modern multi-channel recording equipment using commercial production
techniques; emphasis on skills of console operation, microphone selection and
placement, session set-up, preparing musical instruments for recording,
editing, mixing and engineer’s artistic involvement in project. (SP). PREREQUISITES: TECH 1811; CMUS
3800, and permission of instructor.
CMUS 4801.
Problems in Commercial Music. (1-3).
Supervised independent study. May be repeated to maximum of nine hours, but not
for purpose of changing grade originally given. PREREQUISITE: permission of
instructor.
CMUS 4802.
Advanced Recording. (4). Advanced
instruction in producing contemporary commercial recordings. Emphasis on
application of production practice to recording assignments; advanced study of
session technique, signal processing, mixing, editing, automation,
synchronization, equipment and digital recording. PREREQUISITES: CMUS 3801,
4800 and permission of instructor.
CMUS 4803.
Advanced Media Production and Technologies. (4). Comprehensive application of production techniques in
audio recording, audio/video production and multimedia production; emphasis on
artistic sensitivity, musicality and aural imagery. PREREQUISITES: CMUS 4802
and permission of instructor. PREREQUISITE or COREQUISITE: COMM 4825.
Completion of JOUR 3900 and 4900 preferred.
CMUS 4804.
Recording Studio Administration. (3).
Managerial and financial aspects of operating a recording services
business; facility design, scheduling,
expansion, rate determination, billing, hiring, securing venture capital and
risk management. PREREQUISITES: CMUS 3800 or 3802, junior standing and
permission of instructor.
CMUS 4806.
Fundamentals of Concert Sound Reinforcement. (3). Basic equipment and production techniques for providing
live sound services; methods for handling various sized groups in diverse
locations. PREREQUISITES: CMUS 4800 and permission of instructor.
CMUS 4810. Audio
Production Practicum. (1-3). Supervised
audio production activities. May be repeated up to nine hours credit but not
for the purposes of changing the grade originally earned. PREREQUISITES: CMUS
4800 and permission of instructor.
CMUS 4811. Studio
Maintenance Practicum. (1-3).
Troubleshooting and maintenance activities under the supervision of studio
staff. A minimum of 42 clock hours of service for each credit hour is required.
May be repeated up to nine hours credit, but not for the purpose of changing
the grade originally earned. PREREQUISITES: CMUS 4800 and permission of
instructor.
CMUS 4812.
Concert Sound Practicum. (1-3). Diverse
live sound reinforcement activities. A minimum of 42 clock hours of service for
each credit hour is required. May be repeated up to nine hours credit, but not
for the purpose of changing the grade originally earned. PREREQUISITE: CMUS
4800, 4806 and permission of instructor.
CMUS 4895. Senior
Project: Jazz and Studio Performance. (3). (4897001). Project must include live and recorded performances demonstrating
the student’s mastery of various styles of jazz and popular music performance.
PREREQUISITES: upper division standing in applied music, CMUS 3827 or
permission of instructor.
CMUS 4896. Senior
Project: Jazz and Studio Composition/Arranging. (4) (4897002). Project must include original compositions and original
arrangements of existing compositions in a variety of styles. Project should
include live performance, recorded album tracks, and film music. PREREQUISITES:
CMUS 4501, 4502 or permission of instructor.
CMUS 4898. Senior
Project in Music Business or Recording Technology. (4). Comprehensive final project which demonstrates mastery of
creative, technical, and business elements of commercial music industry.
Intended to be taken during the student’s last semester before graduation.
PREREQUISITES: senior standing and permission of instructor. [I]
CMUS 4899.
Internship. (1-3). One semester of
supervised field work experience in selected areas of the commercial music
industry. A minimum of 42 clock hours of service for each credit hour is
required. May be repeated up to nine hours credit, but not for the purpose of
changing the grade originally earned. PREREQUISITE: placement interview and
permission of instructor.
COMMUNICATION
LAWRENCE FREY, Ph.D., Chair
Room 143, Theatre and Communication Arts Building
NOTE: In addition
to specific prerequisites, junior standing or permission of the department
chair is a prerequisite for all 3000- and 4000-level courses in the Department
of Communication.
(COMM)
COMMUNICATION
COMM 1780.
Introduction to Human Communication. (3).
Principles and processes underlying all human communication. Study of
communication models, communication purposes and breakdowns, and variables
related to interpersonal, small group, intercultural, and public communication.
COMM 1781.
Introduction to the Rhetoric of Mass Media. (3). Principles, values, forms, and effects of persuasive
public communication. Consideration of rhetorical styles and effects in
speeches, debates, documentaries, and dramatic and entertainment forms.
COMM 1851.
Introduction to Film. (3). Comprehensive
study of the forms, functions, and history of film art; emphasis on developing
student’s critical skills and aesthetic appreciation through analysis of
complex formal, social, historical, and cultural dimensions of the art of film.
[G]
COMM 2381. Oral
Communication. (3). Principles and
practice of basic oral communication forms with emphasis on listening and
critical understanding related to contemporary mass media, especially
television and film, and to public information and decision-making. [G]
COMM 3321.
Argumentation and Debate. (3). Theory of
argumentation with emphasis on developing skills in analysis, reasoning, and
use of evidence in various debate situations and understanding role of debate
in public decision-making. PREREQUISITE: COMM 2381.
COMM 3322.
Theories of Persuasion. (3). Principles
underlying any communication designed to influence attitudes or behavior.
Includes approaches to motivation, perception, message structure, attention,
reasoning, audience analysis, persuasibility, and attitude change; items for
analysis drawn from speeches, advertising, radio, television and film.
COMM 3330.
Methods of Communication Analysis. (3).
Examination and application of qualitative and quantitative methods of
criticism and research. PREREQUISITE: COMM 1780 or JOUR 1700. [C]
COMM 3341.
Discussion. (3). Study and practice of
principles and techniques of discussion, dealing with current problems of wide
interest and significance.
COMM 3342.
Communication and Leadership. (3).
Relationship between communication variables and leadership styles and
effectiveness in various organizational and group settings.
COMM 3361.
African-American Rhetoric. (3). (2361).
Speeches and rhetoric of African-Americans. Emphasis on spokespersons such as
Walker, Turner, Douglass, Washington, DuBois, Malcolm X, King, Davis, and
Jackson.
COMM 3371.
Freedom and Responsibility of Speech. (3).
Development of freedom of speech as Western value and attendant problems of
ethical practice, limitations, and responsibility.
COMM 3800.
Elements of Broadcasting and Electronic Media. (3). (3881). Survey of broadcast and electronic media dealing with
technology, history, programming, economics, advertising, and regulation.
COMM 3801. TV
Production Techniques for Journalists. (4).
For majors in the broadcast journalism sequence; basic principles and
techniques of video production. Production exercises. PREREQUISITE: permission
of instructor.
COMM 3802.
Production Techniques for Organizations. (3). Location video and slide/tape equipment, operations and techniques.
Emphasis on informational and public relations programming. Not open to Film
and Video Production students.
COMM 3820.
Broadcast Preparation and Performance. (3).
Skills required for on-air performance in broadcasting and cable emphasizing
use of voice and copy preparation; presentation of public affairs programming,
talk show hosting, sportscasting, newscasting and general announcing.
COMM 3821. Radio
Production and Studio Operations. (3). (3825). Preparation, production and evaluation of programs,
including talk, discussion, interview, music documentary and special event
shows; emphasis on construction, editing, and compilation for broadcast use.
COMM 3823. Film
and Video Production I. (4). Basic
production skills and theory; photography; 16mm film, audio and small TV
studio. Hands-on production exercises.
COMM 3824. Film
and Video Production II. (4). Continued
production skills and theory in film and video; extensive production exercises.
PREREQUISITE: A minimum grade of C in COMM 3823 or permission of instructor.
COMM 3842.
Television Studio Production I. (4).
Techniques of Studio TV production, including staging and direction of
programs. PREREQUISITE: A minimum grade of C in COMM 3823 or permission of
instructor
COMM 3861.
Television and Culture. (3). Social,
political, and aesthetic dimensions of television in modern culture. [W]
COMM 4011-6011.
Communication in Organizations. (3). (3011).
Study of communication systems and problems in contemporary organizations with
emphasis on the role of communication in corporate culture and in
organizational change.
COMM 4012-6012.
Health Communication. (3). Examination of the role of communication in health
care; application of communication theory and practice to the health care
context from provider-patient interaction to cultural influences on health.
COMM 4013-6013.
Communication in Political Campaigning. (3). (3013). Forms and effects of communication between politicians and
constituencies; emphasis on campaign rhetoric via mass media, debates, and
model speeches.
COMM
4210-19-6210-19. Special Topics In Communication Studies. (1-3). Topics are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes.
May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours when topic varies.
COMM
4220-29-6220-29. Special Topics in Film. (1-3). Topics are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes.
May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours when topic varies.
COMM 4341-6341.
Interpersonal Communication. (3). Theory
and research regarding one-on-one communication; effective practices for
various interpersonal settings.
COMM 4342-6342.
Small Group Communication. (3). Advanced
study of group communication theory emphasizing group membership, member
perceptions, group development, group process, and group outcomes.
COMM 4360-6360.
Great American Speeches. (3). Examination
of notable speeches from before founding of the republic through twentieth
century; religious and secular foundations of American rhetoric; tensions of
inclusion and exclusion in development of national self-understanding. [W]
COMM 4373-6373.
Interracial Communication. (3). Special
problems encountered in communication among races. Readings, discussion, and
field study on how prejudice, stereotypes, and self-concepts can affect
communication; exploration of rhetorical methods to minimize these problems.
COMM 4374.
Directed Studies in Communication Arts. (1-3). Independent research in areas of special interest Includes
rhetoric, broadcast and electronic media, and film. PREREQUISITE: permission of
instructor.
COMM 4375-6375.
Intercultural Communication. (3). Special
problems encountered in communication among people of different cultural
backgrounds. Focus on understanding communicative interaction between and among
people with different national/cultural backgrounds and functioning more
effectively in multi-cultural settings. [W]
COMM 4380.
Communication and Conflict. (3). Theories
and methods of conflict management and resolution focusing on practical communication
skills. Concepts of perception, listening and peacemaking emphasized.
COMM 4381.
Rhetoric and Public Controversy. (3).
Intensive examination of the presentation of public issues in political and
entertainment forms (speeches, drama, television, and film). PREREQUISITE:
Senior standing or permission of instructor. [I]
COMM 4802-6802.
Internship. (1-3). Field studies in
communication. Supervised practical work with government institution, private
business, film company, or broadcast and electronic media firm. Written
analysis of experience required. May be repeated for maximum of 6 semester
hours. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor. (S/U)
COMM 4810-6810.
Broadcast Regulation and Program Policy. (3). Effects of FCC and other governmental regulations on broadcast and
electronic media management and operations; licensing, renewals, content
control, politics, and copyright. PREREQUISITE: COMM 3800.
COMM 4811-6811.
Radio and Television Programming. (3).
Analysis of individual program formats (with examples); use of this information
along with ratings and other audience research to study design of program
schedules. PREREQUISITE: COMM 3800.
COMM 4812-6812.
Communications Law in the Performing Arts. (3). Artist, performer, management contractual relationships;
acquisition, copyright and disposition of literary and audio-visual properties;
production and distribution agreements; advertising law and other matters for
TV, motion picture, radio and stage businesses.
COMM 4822-6822.
Audio Production for Film and Video. (3). (3822, 3825). Intermediate principles and practices of audio (recording,
editing, mixing, and design) with emphasis on film and video production.
PREREQUISITE: A minimum grade of C in 3824 or permission of instructor.
COMM 4824-6824.
Cinematography/Videography. (3). Art of
visual interpretation with strong concentration in theory and techniques of
lighting. Experience with professional film and video cameras and lighting
equipment. PREREQUISITE: A minimum grade of C in 3824 or permission of
instructor.
COMM 4825-6825.
Editing and Post-Production. (3).
Concentrates on the aesthetics of continuity development in a variety of
editing styles; editing techniques and post-production procedures for both
video tape and double system film. PREREQUISITE: A minimum grade of C in 3824
or permission of instructor.
COMM 4831-6831.
Broadcast and Cable Sales and Advertising. (3). Relation of broadcasting and cable sales and advertising
to networks, station representatives and salespeople; role of sponsors, agencies,
and allied groups. PREREQUISITE: COMM 3800.
COMM 4841-6841.
Television Workshop. (4). Production of
television programming for local cable casting. May be repeated for a maximum
of 8 semester hours; repetition will not result in a change of any grade
previously given. PREREQUISITE: COMM 3842 or permission of instructor.
COMM 4842-6842.
Television Studio Production II. (4). (4840). Advanced training in TV studio/multiple camera techniques. Extensive
production work. PREREQUISITE: COMM 3842.
COMM 4850-6850.
Film History I. (3). (4852). Historical
survey of motion pictures from medium’s pre-history to 1940. Emphasis on
narrative film.
COMM 4851-6851.
Film History II. (3). Historical survey of
the major movements, genres, and themes in narrative film from 1940 to 1960.
COMM 4853-6853.
Documentary Form in Film. (3). Development
of non-fiction film as rhetorical and expressive form. Analysis of individual
films, genres, and filmmakers.
COMM 4854-6854.
Documentary Form in Broadcasting. (3).
History, theory, and criticism of non-fiction broadcasting, including docudrama
and television documentaries.
COMM 4856-6856.
Women and Film. (3). Women as performers,
viewers, subjects, and creators in American and international cinema.
COMM 4857-6857.
History of Broadcast and Electronic Media. (3). Comprehensive study of history of broadcast and electronic
media in United States as developed from 1895 to present. Use of primary
sources. PREREQUISITE: COMM 3800.
COMM 4858-6858.
Contemporary Cinema. (3). Major themes and
styles in international and American narrative film from 1960 to present. [W]
COMM 4871-6871.
Broadcast and Cable Management. (3).
Theories of management; special problems and situations confronting managers of
broadcast and cable outlets; personnel, engineering, programming, news,
promotion and sales functions. PREREQUISITE: COMM 3800.
COMM 4891-6891.
Producing and Directing for Film and Video. (3). Research and script preparation; budgeting and production
management; working with actors and crew. PREREQUISITE: A minimum grade of C in
3824 or permission of instructor.
COMM 4892. Film
and Video Production. (1-3). Film and
video production workshop. Class members write, produce, direct, or assume crew
responsibilities on productions. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours. See
departmental guidelines for independent production requirements and procedures.
PREREQUISITES: COMM 3824 and permission of instructor.
COMM 4960-6960.
Documentary Writing. (3). Writing for
non-fiction media.
COMM 4970-6970.
Screenwriting. (3). Writing for fiction
film and television; basic dramatic theory, narrative structure,
characterization, dialogue, adaptation and the unique demands of the
audio-visual media.
COMM 4980. Honors
Studies. (3). (COMM, THCA). Reserved for
students enrolled in Communication Arts Honors Program. May be repeated for a
maximum of 15 hours. PREREQUISITE: Permission of Director of Communication
Honors Program.
COMM 4982. Honors
Seminar. (3). (THCA). Intensive study of
particular problems in communication. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours
when semester topics vary. PREREQUISITE: permission of Director of
Communication Honors Program.
4993. Senior
Practicum. (3). Independent work in radio,
video, or film production. Each student has complete creative control of a
program from conception through final product. See departmental guidelines for
independent production requirements and procedures. PREREQUISITE: permission of
instructor. [I]
4999. Senior
Honors Thesis. (3). Supervised independent
research project. Open only to students enrolled in the Communication Honors
Program. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours. PREREQUISITE: permission of
Director of Communication Honors Program.
(COMP) COMPUTER
SCIENCE
Department of
Mathematical Sciences
JOHN R. HADDOCK, Ph.D., Chair
Room 373, Dunn Hall
COMP 1200.
Computer Literacy. (4). Basic computer
concepts including hardware, operating systems, software, human-user interface;
software packages including work processing, graphics, spreadsheets, database
management; programming in HTML; basics of networks and Internet; legal,
ethical, social implications of computers and their role in our world. Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours
per week. NOTE: Credit may not be used for degree with major computer
science. PREREQUISITE: TRAC 0821 or two years of high school mathematics.
COMP 1900.
Computer Programming. (4). (1000).
Principles of computer programming, including style and documentation:
specification, algorithmic development and coding; coding in a specific high-level
programming language and its environment, including data types, iteration and
flow controls commands, subprograms, parameters, i/o. NOTE: This course is
designed for computer science majors. Non-majors should take COMP 4001. Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours
per week. PREREQUISITE: MATH 1211.
COMP 2150. Data
Structures. (3). Principles of
object-oriented programming and software engineering; problem solving with
recursion and abstract data types, including linked lists, stacks, queues,
trees, binary search trees, and graphs; basic sort and search algorithms;
hashing. PREREQUISITE: COMP 1900 and MATH 1321: COREQUISITE: MATH 2701.
COMP 3160.
Introduction to File and Database Systems. (3). (4160). Review of data structures and object-oriented concepts;
implementation of advanced data structures in elementary algorithms; file
structures, operations, types and other secondary storage organization;
external sorting; indexing, B-trees and hashing. PREREQUISITE: COMP 2150.
COMP 3410.
Computer Organization and Assembly Language. (3). (3420). Basic concepts in assembly language programming, including
logic, comparing and branching, interrupts, macros, procedures, arrays, program
design, testing, debugging, loading,
and linking; combinational, arithmetic and logical circuits in ALU; memory
circuits, latches, flip-flops, registers; computer structure; fetch-execute
cycles, clocks and timing; microprogramming and microarchitecture: data path,
timing, sequencing; cache memory organization; RISC architectures. NOTE:
Students may not receive credit for all three of the following: COMP 3230,
3420, 3410. PREREQUISITE: COMP 1900.
COMP 4001-6001.
Computer Programming. (3). (MATH 4710).
Basic concepts in computer programming in BASIC and FORTRAN, including the
software development cycle, data types, interation and flow control commands,
modular programming, i/o, file processing; basic skills for using operating
systems (DOS, VMS), graphics, computer systems, and network navigation. NOTE:
Computer Science majors may not use this course to fulfill degree requirements.
PREREQUISITE: MATH 1211.
COMP 4002-6002.
Accelerated Computer Programming. (3).
Computers and computer programming; principles of style and documentation:
specification, algorithms, coding, and step-wise refinement; structured
language, modularity; recursive procedures; programming of basic data
structures including linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and sets; basic sort
and search algorithms; hashing. NOTE: Computer Science majors may nor use COMP
4002 to fulfill degree requirements. Credit for either COMP 1900 or COMP 2150
precludes credit for COMP 4002. PREREQUISITE: MATH 1321. COREQUISITE: MATH 4701
or 6701.
COMP 4003-6003.
Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming. (3). Binary signals, combinatorial and sequential logic
networks, computer structure, memory, control, processing, and I/O units;
instruction types and execution. Computer machine language: symbolic coding and
assembly systems: design, coding, testing, tracing, and debugging. NOTE:
Computer Science majors may not use COMP 4003 to fulfill degree requirements.
Credit for COMP 3410 precludes credit for COMP 4003. PREREQUISITE: COMP 4002.
COMP 4030-6030.
Introduction to Algorithms. (3) Asymptotic
behavior of programs, basic paradigms in algorithm design: greedy,
divide-and-conquer, dynamic programming. Analysis of efficiency and optimality
of representative algorithms, including graph, pattern matching, numerical,
randomized, and approximation algorithms. Approaches to lower bound analysis.
Basic parallel algorithms. PREREQUISITE COMP 2150.
COMP 4040-6040.
Programming Languages. (3). (MATH 4769).
Comparative features, syntax, and applicability of high-level programming
languages such as FORTRAN, COBOL, PASCAL, SNOBOL, LISP, ADA, C, and FORTH, data
types, and data structures, control structures and dataflow, procedures,
recursion, runtime environment, string manipulation, list processing, array
processing, documentation programming style. PREREQUISITE: COMP 2150 [W]
COMP 4041-6041.
Introduction to Compilers. (3). Finite
state recognizers, lexical scanners, symbol tables context-free languages and
pushdown automata context-free parsing methods such as recursive descent,
LL(K), precedence, LR(K), SLR(K); language translation, generation and
improvement of machine independent codes, inherited and synthesized attributes,
syntax-directed translation schema. PREREQUISITES: COMP 3410, 4040, 4030.
COMP 4081-6081.
Software Development. (3). Advanced
programming methods; testing, generic bibraries, documentation methods; program
analysis and design methodologies such as object-oriented, life cycles,
meteics, process improvement strategies, personal software process; software
quality. PREREQUISITE: COMP 4040 or permission of instructor.
COMP 4115-6115.
Database Processing and Design. (3).
Database processing and architecture; conceptual data modeling and data design;
logical data models; relational models, operations and algebra; query languages
and SQL; normalization and schema refinement; basic indexing techniques
(hashing and B+trees). PREREQUISITE: COMP 3160 or permission of instructor.
COMP 4242-6242.
Introduction to Computer Graphics (3).
Characteristics of graphics I/O devices; 2D pictures, scaling, translation,
rotation, and windowing; drawing histograms, simple maps, block diagrams, and
flowcharts; curved lines, precision, quantization and interpolation, plotting
equations; 3D pictures, scaling, translation, rotation, and projections hidden
line problem, non-Euclidean geometry, animation. PREREQUISITES: COMP 3410.
COMP 4262-6262.
Programming UNIX. (3). Fundamentals of the
UNIX system and environment including: file system, shell concepts and
programming, editors (vi and emacs), filters (sed, awk, grep, sort), utilities
(make, yacc, lex), mail facility, communication software, C programming and its
UNIX interface, X window system. PREREQUISITE: COMP 2150 or permission of
instructor.
COMP 4270-6270.
Introduction to Operating Systems (3).
Hierarchy of storage devices, I/O buffering, interrupts, channels;
multiprogramming, processor and job scheduling, memory management: paging,
segmentation, and virtual memory; management of asynchronous processes:
interrupt procedure calls, process stateword and automatic switch instructions,
semaphores, concurrency; security and recovery procedures. PREREQUISITES: COMP
3410, 4040 4030.
COMP 4302-6302.
Internet Applications and Java Programming. (3). Structure of the internet and world-wide web;
client-server environments; programming applications in Java and HTML; java
applets and web’s cgi scripts; security issues; other large networks.
PREREQUISITE: COMP 2150.
COMP 4310-6310.
Data Communications. (3). Network
structure and architecture; network topology: ISO reference model: physical
layer and datalink layer; communications lines; Fourier analysis and synthesis:
modualtion; transmission media; coding theory; data compression, cryptography,
error detection and correction; case studies of LANs: CSMA/CD, token ring,
token bus. PREREQUISITE: COMP 2150 and COMP 3410.
COMP 4601-6601.
Models of Computation. (3). Computer
models as a basis for the understanding and analysis of programming,
computation and complexity; machine models (finite-state, stack and Turing
machines); biologically-inspired models (neural nets; genetic algorithms);
linguistic models (grammars, lambda calculus, predicate calculi);
insolvability, universality, decidability, feasibility. PREREQUISITE: MATH 2701
or PHIL 3621 or permission of instructor.
COMP 4711-6711.
Introduction to Mathematical Logic (3). (Same as MATH 4711). Propositional logic and truth table algorithms; first
order calculus, terms, formulas, sentences, models, satisfaction, truth and
logical validity; proof procedures and natural deduction; completeness and
incompleteness theorems; applications to artificial intelligence; computer
theorem proving, and verification of computer programs. PREREQUISITES: MATH
2701 or MATH 4701 or PHIL 3621 or permission of instructor.
COMP 4720-6720.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (3). (Same as ELEC 4720-6720). Fundamentals of programming in LISP. Central ideas of
artificial intelligence, including heuristic search, problem solving
slot-and-filler structures and knowledge representation. PREREQUISITE: COMP
4040 or permission of instructor.
COMP 4730-6730.
Expert Systems. (3). (Same as ELEC 4730-6730). Fundamentals of programming PROLOG, central ideas of
expert system development, including knowledge representation, control
structures, tools, knowledge acquisition, and knowledge engineering.
PREREQUISITES: MATH 2701 and COMP 4030 or permission of instructor.
COMP 4901-6901.
Individual Studies in Computer Science. (1-3). Directed individual study of selected areas of computer
science. May be repeated by permission for a maximum of 6 hours. PREREQUISITE:
permission of instructor.
COMP 4911-6911.
Internship in Computer Science. (1-6).
Practical experience in computer science. Students placed for some time with
governmental or private organizations. Project must be approved and supervised
by department faculty. Academic credit granted upon certification of the
cooperating agency and acceptance by supervising faculty of studentÆs written
report. May be repeated for up to a total of 6 semester hours credit.
PREREQUISITE: permission of supervising faculty member. (S/U)
COMP
4990-99-6990-99. Topics in Computer Science. (1-3). Topics are varied and announced in Schedule of Classes.
PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.
(COUN) COUNSELING AND PERSONNEL SERVICES
Department of
Counseling, Educational Psychology and Research
RONNIE PRIEST, Ph.D., Chair
Room 100, College of Education Building
http://www.coe.memphis.edu/coe/CEPR/cepr.html
COUN 1661. Career
Development. (3). Relationship of
interests, aptitudes and careers. Includes exploration of work settings and
activities to support individual career planning. Students expected to
investigate work settings, relate this investigation to academic programs, and
utilize this information in individual career development.
COUN 4002.
Independent Study in Counseling. (1-3). Opportunity
for self-directed study and/or research under the supervision of faculty
member. May be repeated for a maximum of 6
semester hours credit. PREREQUISITE: consent of faculty member. (S/U).
COUN 4010-29.
Special Topics in Counseling and Personnel Services. (3). Topics varied and announced in Schedule of Classes.
COUN 4150-6150.
Interpersonal Skills for Educators. (3). (EDSV, EDUC). Development of human relation skills to enhance educator’s
ability to interact effectively with people in educational environments.
COUN 4611-6611.
Introduction to Counseling. (3).
Exploration of history, principles and administration of counseling services in
community agencies, schools, business and industry; survey of applicable
counseling services, skills and techniques.
COUN 4621. Human
Interactions. (3). Human relations
exercises and other personal experiences related to effective learning
climates. Includes communication skills for working in groups, one-to-one
relationships, and identification and referral of persons to appropriate
resources.
COUN 4691.
Residence Hall Staff Counseling and Advising. (3). Practical experience for residence hall staff. Instruction
and supervision provided. Individual and group activities in counseling,
advising, communication, and leadership. Concerns such as drug abuse, family
planning information, and student discipline. Utilizes interdepartmental
disciplines.
COUN 4781.
Strategies for Crisis Intervention. (3).
Process of crisis intervention; study and practice in understanding crisis
induced dysfunctional behavior, recognizing crisis situations. and crisis
counseling procedures.
COUN 4782.
Gerontological Counseling. (3). Survey of
demographic, developmental, physiological, sensory and psychosocial aspects of
aging as applied to counseling; experiences in use of appropriate individual
and group counseling techniques for aged; emphasis on particular crisis
situations such as retirement, leisure, relocation, housing,
institutionalization, dying, death, and survivorship.
COUN 4783.
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services. (3).
Survey of human services for treating alcoholics and substance abusers.
Overview of treatment strategies and philosophies.
(CSED) CONSUMER
SCIENCE AND EDUCATION
DIXIE R. CRASE, Ph.D., Chair
Room 404, Manning Hall
http://www.coe.memphis.edu/coe/csed/csed.html
Due to possible changes in graduation requirements, it is
the responsibility of the student to see his/her advisor for updates.
CSED 1101.
Personal Development and Human Relations. (3). (HMEC).
Individual and group adjustment and influences contributing to successful
marriage and family life.
CSED 1105.
Clothing Selection and Construction. (3). (HMEC). Standards in selecting and purchasing, construction of
cotton garments to meet individual needs.
One lecture hour, four laboratory hours per week.
CSED 2004.
Technical Skills for Home Furnishings. (3). (HMEC). Students interested in housing, home furnishing, and
related areas focus on varied program of technical skills involving 2-point
perspective sketches and drafting freehand and with computer. For Family and Consumer Science majors who
lack skills necessary to demonstrate concepts of depicting home furnishing
interiors.
CSED 2005.
Introduction to Fashion Merchandising. (3). (HMEC). Introduction to the types of enterprises, activities,
operations, interrelationships, and practices in fashion industry; emphasis on
merchandising terminology and techniques.
CSED 2101. The
Family in Global Perspective. (3). (HMEC). (Same as SOCI 2101). Introduction to family as a primary, global, social
institution; contributions sociology, anthropology, and Family and Consumer
Science have made to understanding how and why family systems vary worldwide
and common bonds and problems facing families in modern societies. [G]
CSED 2104. Home
Furnishings and Related Arts. (3). (HMEC).
Elements and principles of design applied to selection and arrangement of house
and its furnishings.
CSED 2106. Visual
Merchandising. (3). (HMEC). Theory and
practice in visual merchandising (display); especially retail interior and
window display techniques, display creation, planning promotions, and
determining budgets.
CSED 2202.
Nutrition. (3). (HMEC). Study of nutrients
for the consumer; nutrition for preventive health throughout the life cycle.
CSED 2302.
Principles of Food Preparation. (3). (HMEC).
Culinary techniques and menu planning for individuals; food safety and
sanitation; cultural and ethnic food considerations; kitchen design; computer
applications. Two lecture hours, three laboratory hours per week.
CSED 3002.
Advanced Nutrition. (3). (HMEC 4002, 4402).
In-depth study of nutrients and body utilization and discussion of current
issues in nutrition. PREREQUISITES: CSED 2202, CHEM 1131/1121, 1132/1122.
CSED 3100.
Consumer Education. (2). (HMEC 3100, 3405).
Examination of consumer problems in todayÆs market place; emphasis on decision
making, consumer rights and responsibilities and consumer information sources.
CSED 3202.
Nutrition for Health Care. (3). Nutrition
applications for health promotion and treatment of selected disease conditions.
Required for admission to the Loewenberg School of Nursing at The University of Memphis. Prerequisites:
BIOL 1751/1752, 1761/1762.
CSED 3204.
Residential Kitchen Planning. (3). (HMEC 4203, 3204). (Same as ART 3204). Design aspects of residential kitchens and their
relationship to housing; basic kitchen planning principles based on NKBA
guidelines, trends in socio-economic, multi-cultural, universal design;
selection, use, care of appliances. PREREQUISITE: CSED 2104 or permission of
instructor.
CSED 3206.
Merchandising Systems.(3). (HMEC).
Analysis of formulas used to plan and control the flow of merchandise through
the use of both computer and manual systems. PREREQUISITE: Satisfactory
completion of the General Education mathematics requirements. Accounting also
recommended. [C]
CSED 3302. Child
and Adolescent Development. (3). (EDUC 3302). (Same as EDPR 3302). Principles and processes of child and adolescent
development applied to education. PREREQUISITE: EDPR 2111 (CSED 1101 FOR CSED
MAJORS).
CSED 3401.
Parenthood Education. (3). (HMEC).
Parental role, parent-child relationship, and factors that influence
parenthood.
CSED 3502.
Advanced Foods/Food Systems. (3). Food
systems management applications; procurement, production, and menu planning for
groups; legislation and environmental issues; institutional equipment and
design; human resource management; additional 16 hours of lab experiences in
professional food service operations outside of classroom. PREREQUISITE: CSED
2302.
CSED 4101-6101.
Preschool Curriculum. (3). (HMEC).
Application of child development principles to program planning; infancy
through four years of age.
CSED 4102.
Medical Nutrition Therapy. (3). (HMEC).
Nutrition assessment techniques; medical terminology and nutritional
pharmacology; nutrition modalities for health promotion and selected
conditions. PREREQUISITES:
BIOL1751-1752,BIOL 1761, 1762, CSED 2202, 3002; or permission of instructor.
CSED 4106. Trends
and Issues in the Profession. (3). (HMEC 4106, 3106). Senior capstone seminar that applies synergistic thinking
to integrative discipline of home economics and specializations that make up
the discipline; changing trends, issues, and technology affecting today’s
family and consumer sciences professional; professional orientation and
leadership skills critiqued and enhanced in oral and written activities [W, I]
CSED 4112.
Medical Nutrition Therapy II. (3).
Nutrition care process and pathophysiology for selected conditions; alternative
nutrition therapies. PREREQUISITE: CSED 4102
CSED 4204-6204.
Furnishings Problems and Presentations. (3). (HMEC). Critical thinking and problem solving related to planning,
coordinating, and purchasing of home furnishings. Two lecture hours, one lab hour per week. PREREQUISITE: CSED
2004, 4304.
CSED 4205-6205.
Behavioral Science Aspects of Clothing. (3). (HMEC). Interdisciplinary study of clothing and appearance;
concepts, methodologies, and applications of behavioral science to clothing.
CSED 4211-4217.
Readings. (1-3). For Senior Consumer
Science majors. In-depth reading or research in area of specialization.
PREREQUISITE: Senior Consumer Science majors only.
CSED 4211.
Readings in Child Development and Family Relations. (HMEC 4200-001).
CSED 4212.
Readings in Foods and Nutrition. (HMEC 4200-002).
CSED 4213.
Readings in Family Economics and Consumer Education. (HMEC 4200-003).
CSED 4214.
Readings in Housing and Home Furnishings. (HMEC 4200-004).
CSED 4215.
Readings in Clothing and Textiles. (HMEC 4200-005).
CSED 4216.
Readings in Fashion Merchandising. (HMEC 4200-006).
CSED 4217.
Readings in Family and Consumer Science Education. (HMEC 4200-007).
CSED 4300-6300.
Family Resource Management. (3). (HMEC).
Investigates values, goals, and human and material resources necessary for individuals
and families to make informed management decisions throughout the life span.
CSED 4304-6304.
Trends in Housing and Home Furnishings. (3). (HMEC 4304, 3104). Major trends and influences on contemporary residential
furnishings as these affect home furnishings merchandising. PREREQUISITE: CSED
2104.
CSED 4314.
Contemporary Trends in Housing/Home Furnishings. (3). Multi-cultural and global trends of the 20th Century on
housing and home furnishings. Emphasis on major design influences as they
relate to housing/home furnishings.
CSED 4322.
Purchasing/Financial Management in Food Systems. (3). Problem solving of food and beverage purchasing decisions;
budgeting for food services; managerial finance, productivity indicators.
CSED 4383-6383.
Materials and Methods in Family and Consumer Sciences Education. (3). (HMEC). Methods in high school subjects with an emphasis in
Consumer Science and Education Instruction.
CSED 4393-6393.
Occupational Methods in Family and Consumer Sciences Education. (3). (HMEC
4393, 3393). Special emphasis on
instructional strategies and evaluation through classroom and on-site
participation. PREREQUISITE: CSED 4383.
CSED 4405-6405.
Textiles. (3). (HMEC 3305). Selection,
use, and care of textiles related to properties of fibers, yarn structures,
fabric construction, and finishes Morphology and chemistry of fibers, finishes,
dyes, fabric maintenance, and procedure involved in fiber, yarn, and fabric
identification. PREREQUISITE: CSED 2005, 2104 or permission of instructor.
CSED 4600. Senior
Seminar in Merchandising. (6). (HMEC).
Concentrated study of factors influencing fashion and home furnishings
merchandising functions and transitional process from career academics to
career implementation. Meets first six weeks of semester. PREREQUISITES:
Students are required to complete all coursework in concentration, (and minor),
prior to professional semester. Approved application for admission must be
received before exam week of previous semester. COREQUISITE: Fashion
Concentration-CSED 4705; Home Furnishings Concentration-CSED 4804.
CSED 4602-6602.
Community Nutrition. (3). (HMEC).
Nutritional problems and practices of various ethnic, age, and socio-economic
groups; community and agencies concerned with meeting these needs.
PREREQUISITE: CSED 2202 or permission of instructor.
CSED 4612.
Effective Teaching Methods in Health Care. (3). (HMEC). Development of effective teaching methods for use with
patients/clients; emphasis on demonstration, practice, critique.
CSED 4702-6702.
Food Production Internship. (3). (HMEC 4702-001, 4302-001). Supervised field experience in the field of food
production management.
CSED 4705.
Fashion Merchandising Internship. (6). (HMEC). Supervised full-time work experience in fashion
merchandising in approved business establishments. Meets last 8 weeks of
semester. Majors may not enroll for more than a total of 12 semester hours
during professional semester. COREQUISITE: CSED 4600. (S/U).
CSED 4712-6712.
Clinical Nutrition Internship. (3). (HMEC).
Supervised field experience in clinical nutrition. PREREQUISITE: CSED 4102. (S/U)
CSED 4722-6722.
Catering Internship. (3). (HMEC 4702-002, 4202-002). Supervised field experience in the field of catering.
CSED 4802.
Experimental Foods. (3). (HMEC).
Technology related to chemical properties of foods and the development of new
food products. Critical thinking and problem solving skills used in the
preparation and evaluation of food products. PREREQUISITES: CSED 2302, CHEM
1131, 3311 or permission of instructor.
CSED 4804. Home
Furnishings Merchandising Internship. (6).
Supervised full-time work experience in home furnishings merchandising in
approved business establishments. Meets last 8 week of semester. Majors may not
enroll for more than a total of 12 semester hours during professional semester.
COREQUISITE: CSED 4600. (S/U).
CSED
4900-4906/6900-6906. Consumer Science Study Tour. (1-3). (HMEC 4900-6900). On-the-scene knowledge about specific academic areas of
specialization within Consumer Science and Education. PREREQUISITE: Permission
of instructor. Maximum of 6 credit hours for degree program.
CSED 4900-6900.
Study Tour in Consumer Science and Education.
CSED 4901-6901.
Study Tour: Child Development and Family Relations. (HMEC 4900-001).
CSED 4902-6902.
Study Tour: Foods and Nutrition. (HMEC 4900-002).
CSED 4903-6903.
Study Tour: Family Economics and Consumer Education. (HMEC 4900-003).
CSED 4904-6904.
Study Tour: Housing and Home Furnishings. (HMEC 4900-004).
CSED 4905-6905.
Study Tour: Clothing and Textiles. (HMEC 4900-005).
CSED 4906-6906.
Study Tour: Fashion Merchandising. (HMEC 4900-006).
CSED
4920-29-6920-29. Special Topics in Consumer Science and Education. (1-3).
(HMEC). Lectures and conferences covering
selected areas of current interest. See Schedule of Classes for topics. May be
repeated; credit applicable to degree is limited.
CSED 4940-49. Workshop in Family and Consumer Science and Education. (1-3). (HMEC). Group study related to specific phases of family and consumer education. May be repeated.