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CMSS 787 - Special Topics or Directed Study - 1 to 6 credits
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
Topics designed in specialty areas of coastal and marine systems science. Maybe repeated for up to 6 credits.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CMSS 799 - Dissertation Research - 1 to 21 credits
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
Research conducted leading toward the preparation, acceptance, and defense of a thesis,
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 500 - Essential Quantitative Skills for Coastal and Marine Sciences - 3 credits
The course enhances the graduate students’ capabilities and skills of applying the basic mathematics and quantitative knowledge they learned in the undergraduate courses to the graduate study and research in coastal and marine sciences, in the following areas: algebra equations, logarithms and exponential functions, basic statistics methods, trigonometry, vectors, differentiation, integration and complex numbers. Real-world application examples and hands-on exercises will be the primary methods of teaching in this course.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 530 - Fluid Mechanics - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Course offers a comprehensive examination of the development of the Navier-Stokes equation in fluid motion. Topics may include theorems of energy, potential flow, elements of airfoil theory, and similarity parameters as well as the introduction to environmental fluid dynamics.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 531 - Geophysical Fluid Dynamics - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Corequisite(s): CMWS 531L
Development of the fundamental fluid dynamics used in analyzing and interpreting flows in the ocean and atmosphere. Fundamentals of vorticity dynamics and geostrophy, wave dynamics at various scales, general circulation, vorticity, numerical modeling and dynamics of other planets.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 531L - Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory - 1 credit
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Corequisite(s): CMWS 531
Laboratory component to CMWS 531 which is a one-semester course intended to introduce students to the concepts of fluid dynamics on a rotating planet.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 532 - Remote Sensing - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Corequisite(s): CMWS 532L
Detection and mapping of land and ocean resources with optical, infrared, and microwave sensors. Digital analysis of images using multispectral and spatial analysis techniques and correlation with ground/ship data. Application to oceanography, coastal processes, geology, land use, geography, agriculture, climate and pollution studies.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 532L - Remote Sensing Laboratory - 1 credit
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Corequisite(s): CMWS 532
Laboratory component to CMWS 532 which is a one-semester course intended to introduce students to the concepts of remote sensing. It is a calculus- and physics-based course so students are required to have a background in calculus-based introductory Physics.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 534 - Atmospheric Physics - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Principles of fluid dynamics, thermo-dynamics and mathematics are used to develop an understanding of the atmosphere’s dynamic, radiative processes, and general circulation. Focus will also be placed on current problems in Atmospheric Science through reading and reviewing current publications.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 550 - Introduction to Renewable Energy - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): MATH 161 and PHYS 211
The course introduces the concept of renewable energy. It covers fundamental aspects of thermodynamics and physics. Topics include hyro-kinetic, aero- and hydro-propulsion and solar with emphais on the principles of operation, efficiency, environmental impact and performance.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 567 - Paleo-Ecology and Paleo-Biogeography - 3 credits
This course offers an introduction to concepts and applications in Paleontology, Paleo-Ecology and Paleo-Biogeography. Principles and dynamics from species to ecosystem levels use these tools to reconstruct paleo-environmental conditions. Their variabilities are discussed.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 580 - Environmental Sociology - 3 credits
An introduction to important areas of thinking and research in environmental sociology. The primary focus of the course is on the relationship between society and the environment. Special attention is given to the study of how and why societies create environmental problems.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 587 - Selected Topics for Coastal Marine and Wetland Studies I - 1 to 4 credits
Topics designed in specialty areas of coastal marine and wetland studies.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 600 - Mathematical Techniques in Systems Science - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Math 160, MATH 161, MATH 260, and MATH 320 or equivalent, or instructor consent
Mathematics is the language of science. To this end, this course provides a mathematical background in various topics including Vector Analysis, Partial Differentiation, Fourier Analysis, Partial Differential Equations, Complex Analysis, and Linear Algebra to help students pursue advanced scientific research.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 601 - Coastal Marine and Wetland Processes - 3 credits
A comprehensive overview through lectures and field observations of the inter-relations between geological, physical, biological and chemical processes affecting wetlands and coastal zone ecosystems. Emphasis is placed on understanding the relations between processes and features within the terrestrial, estuarine and near shore coastal environments.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 602 - Coastal Marine and Wetland Ecology - 3 credits
Relations between organisms and their environments in wetland and coastal zone ecosystems. Interconnectedness, energy flows and food webs will be presented in lectures, laboratories and field experiences in coastal wetland environments, estuaries and coastal marine habitats.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 603 - Coastal and Wetland Policy and Management - 3 credits
An examination of the relationships between economics, environmental policy, environmental ethics, and environmental law. Environmental laws, federal, state and local permitting agencies and their regulations that apply to the coastal zone and wetlands will be examined using locally focused case studies. Consideration is given to gathering and presenting scientific information needed for policy decisions. The interactions and competing pressures between economic interests that impact wetlands will be contrasted with a commitment to ethical treatment and responsible management of wetlands and coastal ecological systems.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 605 - Coastal and Marine Hydrodynamics - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Overview of the dynamics of the costal ocean/atmospheric system. Drivers of circulation and mixing within the coastal system are addressed across a wide range of temporal and spatial scales. Introduction to solute and particulate transport, and dispersal in coastal systems.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 606 - Coastal and Marine Geological Processes - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Exploration of topics in marine and coastal geological processes. Emphasis is placed on geological processes as related to coastal systems with a focus on quaternary coastline evolution, climate changes, and sea-level. Sampling techniques in coastal geology will be described.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 607 - Coastal and Marine Bio-geochemistry - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Course examines interactions of macro-and micro-nutrient cycling in the coastal environment. Chemical budgets considering sources (atmosphere, land, sediments) and sinks (ocean, biology, sediments, atmosphere) are investigated and how those parameters are affected by natural and man-made processes.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 608 - Coastal and Marine System Science, Issues and Applications - 2 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Corequisite(s): CMWS 609
Course provides an integration of the subdisciplinary contributions to understanding and predicting behavior of coastal marine systems. Theoretical and applied coastal and marine systems science are illustrated through case studies and analyzing viable solutions to coastal environmental issues challenging society.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 609 - Coastal and Marine System Science, Issues and Applications Seminar - 1 credit
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
An application of the sub-disciplinary contributions to understanding and predicting behavior of coastal and marine systems. Current literature, seminar speakers and organizing a public forum on topical issues. Repeatable multiple times.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 610 - Applied Experimental Designs & Analyses - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate status and STAT 201 or equivalent
A comprehensive course covering topics in observational and manipulative experimental design (e.g., sample size determination, power of the test) and surveying the variety of available statistical techniques and analyses (e.g., MANOVA, PCA, Loglinear models, Bayesian statistics).
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 611 - Modeling of the Atmosphere and Ocean - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): MATH 260 and MATH 320 or instructor consent
Processes associated with the atmosphere, ocean, and their interactions can have devastating impacts on the coastal ad marine zones. Model simulations of these processes help us better understand these processes and provide Predictive capabilities of their potential impact, crucial in decision-making and future preparation. To this end, this class seeks to provide the bases and hands-on applications behind the numerical modeling of coastal
processes along with discussions of basic atmospheric and oceanic science principles, course topics include computational tools, numerical theories/methods, basic data analyses, and the usage/applications of commonly employed ocean, atmosphere, and marine modeling systems suitable to the coastal regions.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 612 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems - 3 credits
The use of Geographic Information Systems in the study and management of coastal and marine systems at an advanced level. Topics covered include project design, data management and analysis, exploration of surfaces and statistical modeling, and interpretation of aerial photograph and remotely sensed data.
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CMWS 613 - Environmental Law and Policy - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): CMWS 603 or permission of instructor
This course introduces students to environmental law and environmental policy. This includes an examination of the major bodies of federal environmental law, including the Clean Water Act, the Clean Air Act, and other federal laws. Students study how these statutes are carried out through executive agencies and interpreted by the courts. Where appropriate, the scientific underpinning of complex regime of statutes, regulations, and informal agency practices are examined.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 614 - Applied Geophysical Field Methods - 3 credits
A field course to provide the student with an understanding of data collection in the field. Detailed study of pertinent data collection techniques for understanding the geology and physical processes in the coastal region to include side-scan sonar, seismic and ground penetrating radar techniques, as well as integral ground truthing techniques. Integration of digital data collection techniques using computer software, hardware, and networking techniques will be covered.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 615 - Advanced Experimental Designs and Analyses - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): CMWS 618
An advanced graduate course in the design and statistical analyses of experiments building on materials covered in CMWS 610 and focusing on categorical data, use of null models and simulation, Bayesian approaches, meta-analyses and additional analytical techniques.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 616 - Water Quality Testing for Coastal Marine Scientists - 3 credits
A practical introduction ot the principles of water quality testing as applied to coastal marine and wetland environments. Students will learn how and why water testing is done. They will learn four test methods and document their proficiency through an initial demonstration of capability suitable for inclusion on a resume. Test methods will be selected to match students’ interests. The theory of instrumental analysis will be covered along with quantitative analysis techniques. Other related subjects include how to estimate the uncertainty of measurements and how to perform statistics on censored data.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 617 - Effective Scientific Communications: Preparing for Life as a Scientist - 1 to 3 credits
An introduction to appropriate scientific grammatical styles is offered along with common mistakes in formulating sentences for scientific audiences. The course presents and discusses strategies for writing theses, manuscripts, technical reports, and proposals as well as delivering oral presentations.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 618 - Temporal and Spatial Analysis - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Course covers theory and application of various analysis methods to coastal observational data. Practical implementation of the methods as applied to coastal processes occurring at different spatial and temporal scales is emphasized through use of advanced data analysis software.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 619 - Coastal and Marine Biological Processes - 3 credits
Course emphasizes current hypotheses concerning the complex processes controlling the structure and function of marine communities and ecosystems. Processes are discussed in the context of intertidal, estuarine, coral reef, deep sea, salt marsh, and pelagic habitats.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 620 - Introduction to Scientific Computing - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Instructor consent
Course will focus on basic scientific computing knowledge and skills, emphasizing algorithm design and development. Topics may include 1) basic programming structure, 2) conditional structures, 3) File in/output, 4) graphical plotting, 5) functions, 6) subroutines, 7) vectors and matrices, 8) solving linear systems, 9) regression, 10) interpolation, and 11) numerical integration and differentiation. The algorithms listed above will be practiced and implemented in the class by the students using several programming languages and tolls widely used by geophysical scientists: NCL, IDL, and MATLAB.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 621 - Interpreting Science for Non-Scientists: Strategies, Tools and Careers - 3 credits
Scientists often need to interpret what they do for a largely non-science literate public. This course provides tools and best practices. Students meet regional scientists who are successful at this, gain practical experience, and explore careers.
Semester(s) Offered: On Demand
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CMWS 623 - Corporate Environmental Sustainability - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): CMWS 603 or permission of instructor
A large range of companies, big and small, now out-compete their competitors by implementing a robust environmental stewardship, engaging stakeholders (government bodies, NGOs, trade associations, citizensʼ groups, universities) and by making these efforts both measurable and visible. This course is intended to familiarize students with relevant facts and analyses on this recent environmentalism evolution.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 624 - Applied Geophysical data Processing - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): MSCI 540 or Consent of instructor
Course provides hands-on training in geophysical data processing techniques commonly used in geologic and oceanographic research, including side scan, chirp, and multibeam sonar data sets. Integration of digital data processing, interpretation and visualization using industry standard software will be covered.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 625 - Aquatic Physiological Ecology - 3 credits
Physiological and biochemical mechanisms of adaptation to aquatic environments. Topics include principles of physiological measurement, bioenergetics, and the effects of temperature, salinity, oxygen, light, turbidity, pressure and nutrients. The class will include lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 626 - Economy and Sustainability of Coastlines and the Coastal Ocean - 3 credits
Coasts are essential systems for energy and food supply, transportation and recreation, and environmental and societal health. This course explores case studies, discuss benefits, demands and issues, and evaluate solutions towards achieving a sustainable balance, including climatic and population challenges.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 630 - Measurement Techniques in Fluids - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): CMWS 530 , CMWS 600 , and CMWS 620 or instructor consent
Course focuses on flow measurement techniques. Topics include study and operation of various techniques in measuring transport phenomena including fluid mechanics and its applications. Experiments are essential to scientific research in that they provide evidence to phenomena and serve as benchmark for theories.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 641 - Environmental Ecotoxicology - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): MSCI 305 or consent of instructor
An introduction to the field of environmental ecotoxicology. Topics include chemical principles of bioaccumulation and degradation, organic and inorganic toxicants, modeling approaches to understanding and predicting the fate of pollutants in the marine environment.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 642 - Applications of Isotope Geochemistry - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): MSCI 304 and 305 or consent of instructor
An introduction to the manifold uses of stable and radioactive isotopes in elucidating biologic and inorganic reaction pathways and past environmental conditions in marine and terrestrial systems. Topics include paleotemperature, paleosalinity, estuarine mixing, as well as biological pathways and global biogeochemical cycles.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 643 - Techniques in Environmental Radioactivity - 3 credits
Restriction(s): Consent of instructor
Course introduces students to measurement techniques in environmental radioisotopes. Theory and methods applications of radioanalytical chemistry as they are applied to problems in coastal systems science. Topics that parallel research efforts in this field at CCU will be emphasized.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 644 - Climate Change and Evolution of Coastal Environments - 3 credits
Study emphasizing short and long-term coastal and estuarine changes throughout the late Quaternary, specifically with respect to decadal, centennial, millennial, and longer time scales. Quaternary geomorphologies and long and short-term climate changes are studied and placed into a global context of various spatial and temporal changes, induced change, and the factors involved in change.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 650 - Topics in Environmental Fluids - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): CMWS 530 , CMWS 600 , and with instructor consent
Course focuses on specialized topics in applied fluid mechanics. Topics could include turbulence, air-sea interactions, meteorology, atmospheric dynamics, sediment transport, voluntary layers, and ocean surface waives as they pertain to our understanding of environmental fluid systems. One specialized topic will be offered on a rotational basis in parallel with the instructor’s expertise. Students can take this class more than once to help prepare for their research thesis provided the specialized topic is not the same.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 661 - Fluids Forum - 1 credit
Prerequisite(s): CMWS 530 or CMWS 605 , CMWS 600 or permission of the instructor
Topics associated with fluid dynamics are explored by reviewing current literature aiding students in connecting fundamental concepts in fluid dynamics to current research. Repeatable multiple times. Pass/Fail grading only.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 662 - Biogeochemistry Forum - 1 credit
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in a CCU graduate program or permission of the instructor
Fundamental concepts on biogeochemical processes in coastal, marine, riverine, and wetland environments are explored by critically reviewing and discussing seminal and current literature, and by connecting these concepts to ongoing research. Course is repeatable. Pass/Fail grading only.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CMWS 670 - Watershed Science and Management - 3 credits
An interdisciplinary survey of watershed science, covering essentials of hydrology, geology, biogeochemistry, ecosystem structure and function, watershed modeling, and ecological economics. Current trends in watershed management are covered from the perspective of the USEPA’s Watershed Approach which relies on development and implementation of watershed management plans. Other tools for watershed protection will be addressed, such as the Clean Water Act, storm water best management practices, Better Site Design, habitat conservation, and public outreach strategies.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 675 - Wetland Regulation and Delineation - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor
Study of legal definitions and regulations relevant to wetlands and the methods used to delineate wetlands. Lectures are augmented with practical field experience identifying various indicators of hydrology, soils, and vegetation in riparian, estuarine, and pocosin wetlands.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CMWS 687 - Selected Topics for Coastal Marine and Wetland Studies II - 1 to 4 credits
Topics designed in specialty areas of coastal marine and wetland studies.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 697 - Graduate Seminar I - 1 credit
Approaches to research and literature review of possible thesis research. Presentations, readings, and discussions.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 698 - Graduate Seminar II - 1 credit
Plans for research and expected outcomes based on a review of literature. Presentations, readings, and discussions.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 699 - Graduate Seminar III - 1 credit
Prerequisite(s): CMWS 700
Techniques for communicating results in research.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CMWS 700 - Thesis Research - 1 to 6 credits
Research conducted leading toward the preparation, acceptance and defense of a thesis. May be repeated up to a maximum of six credit hours.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CMWS 701 - Internship - 6 credits
Prerequisite(s): Internship plan must be submitted and approved by the CMWS Graduate Committee
Supervised work experience in assessment, management, or regulation of coastal marine and wetland systems. Requires a minimum of 450 hours, an oral presentation, and submission of a report.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CMWS 702 - Project Completion - 1 credit
Prerequisite(s): completion of six credit hours of CMWS 700 or CMWS 701
Activity contributing to completion of the thesis or internship. May be repeated. Pass/Fail credit.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CMWS 703 - Environmental Quality Lab Internship I - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Prereq or coreq: CMWS 616 and permission of the instructor
Supervised field and lab work in CCU’s Environmental Quality Lab. Requires a minimum of 225 hours. This is the first in a two course internship sequence. Second course is CMWS 704 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CMWS 704 - Environmental Quality Lab Internship II - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): CMWS 703 and permission of the instructor
Supervised field and lab work in CCU’s Environmental Quality Lab. Requires a minimum of 225 hours. This is the second in a two course internship sequence. First course is CMWS 703 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 500 - Foundations of the Communication Discipline - 3 credits
Develops an understanding of the communication discipline, including the field’s intellectual history, and establishes the foundation for graduate inquiry within the discipline.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 501 - Communication Leadership - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
Prepares for leadership roles in various contexts and organizations,through the study of effective communication strategies for leadership, structure, and culture.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 502 - Communication Activism - 3 credits
Includes work with non-governmental, governmental and/or grass roots advocacy groups to engage in public service, social justice, and/or other applied communication projects. Research, publicize, advocate for, and/or intervene in a social justice project with a community service organization.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 509 - Public Relations - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Prererq: Graduate standing
Surveys of concepts, strategies, and tactics in public relations and how the field relates to journalism, advertising, and marketing. Topics may include best practices and principles for creating targeted messages and events for various organizations.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 511 - Communication in Health Contexts - 3 credits
Examines current issues in health and their relation to communication. Topics may include health care reform, for-profit and not-for-profit healthcare, health campaigns, novel or growing public health concerns, etc., examined from communication perspectives.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 515 - Organizational Communication and Social Responsibility - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
Explains social responsibility and sustainability from an organizational communication perspective. Provides in-course instruction and integrative learning opportunities to recognize the roles sustainability and social responsibility play in all facets of communication.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 519 - Communication & Media Campaigns - 3 credits
In-depth and applied study of using communication theories and strategies for campaigns. Topics may include research, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 530 - Communication Across Differences - 3 credits
Provides in-depth understanding and application of theory and practice for communicating effectively across cultural and identity differences. Develop an understanding of the complex cultural and systemic issues that inform self-identities as well as those that influence various cultures and communities and sustain inequalities. Develop advanced understanding of how race, gender, ability, and ethnicity, and other cultural and identity factors influence access to equity and inclusion within communities, organizations, and cultural groups.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 531 - Communicating with Diverse and Targeted Audiences - 3 credits
Provides an overview of current issues relevant to particular groups in relation to communication tactics, theories, relationships, etc. Review theories and practices related to the design, implementation, and evaluation of campaigns aimed at diverse populations, including members of various ethnicities, races, genders, and other groups.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 540 - Media Uses and Effects - 3 credits
Examines audiences’ uses for and effects from media content for individuals and societies. Topics may incude trends in media content and effects, personal and social characteristics facilitating effects, and personal and social implications of effects.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 560 - Persuasion - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
Examines the study and practice of persuasive discourse using rhetorical and social science traditions. Topics may include: strategic planning and organization, audience analysis, motives and values, effective use of language, propaganda and the abuse of persuasion, campaign planning, effective presentation techniques, and the application of theory and research on persuasion to practical situations.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 575 - Communication Theory - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Admission to MALS Program
Surveys the communication field and representative theories. Research communication from humanities and social science perspectives through analysis, critique, and reflection. Provides tools to enhance communication skills and develop messages and events.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 576 - Graduate Communication Research - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Admission to M.A. in Communication program
Introduces skills to explore a range of topics in the study of communication. Provides practice in locating and synthesizing information from a variety of academic resources, and introduces a range of research methodologies (field research, ethnographic studies, statistical analysis) and theoretical and conceptual issues associated with communication research approaches.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 599 - Teaching Assistant Pedagogy - 0 to 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing
Training in teaching University Core or as-needed courses offered by the Department of Communication, Media, and Culture. Topics may include preparing course plans and materials and responding to student needs. Required each semester for all Graduate Teaching Assistants. May be repeated with permission from the instructor or program coordinator
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 610 - Emerging Topics in Health Communication - 3 credits
Examines current issues in health and their relation to communication. Topics may include health care reform, for-profit and not-for-profit healthcare, novel or growing public health concerns, etc., examined from communication perspectives.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 612 - Medical Communication - 3 credits
Examines communication as it relates to health professionals and health education. Topics may incluce the study of provider-client interactions, social issues, group or organizational considerations, public relations, and mass and social media.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 691 - Applied Communication Capstone - 1 to 6 credits
Prerequisite(s): COMM 500 , COMM 575 , COMM 576 , and permission of program coordinator or instructor)
Culmination of the program, wherein students, under the direction of a faculty advisor, synthesize coursework and apply their knowledge and education to a significant project based on the students’ plan of study and interests. The nature of this capstone is designed collaboratively between each student and the student’s advisor (e.g., fundraising events, theory-driven research). Students must pass an oral defense in order to successfully complete this course. Repeatable for up to 6 credits.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 699 - Independent Study in Communication - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Permission of program coordinator or instructor
Conduct research or scholarly engagement on a topic or problem in communication that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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COMM 795 - Graduate Internship - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Permission of program coordinator or instructor
Credit-based internship providing an integrative learning experience relevant to students’ scholarly interests and in preparation of the graduate thesis.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CSCI 514 - Introduction to Web Engineering - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Applied Computing and Information Systems program and approval of instructor
Course covers topics necessary for the development of database-driven information systems on the Internet. Topics and technologies covered include XHTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Java Script, PHP, theory and design of relational database management systems, and web systems administration. Other topics to be covered include content development using Nielsen’s Scannable Text model, elements of Search Engine Optimization and social media marketing.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CSCI 516 - Linux System Administration - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): C or better in CSCI 203, 220, or 225 or permission of instructor
Course provides an introduction to Linux system administration, including open-course software applications. Topics include managing software installations, configuring hardware drivers, implementing authentication and authorization systems, automating management tasks, and configuring services. Students will gain hands-on experience managing actual Linux systems.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CSCI 518 - Financial Technology - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing
Course will provide an introduction to financial concepts of equities, bonds, derivatives, the associated algorithms, and programming deployment of these algorithms. Students will develop real-time online financial modeling applications to deploy financial web-based systems, and conduct research into topics in financial engineering.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CSCI 534 - Digital Forensics and E-Discovery - 3 credits
Equivalent: ACCT 534
Study of techniques, tools, and processes used to discover digital evidence. Topics include collection, preservation presentation, and preparation of computer based evidence for the purposes of criminal law enforcement or civil litigation.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CSCI 573 - Introduction to Parallel Systems - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): CSCI 220 with grade of C or better
Course introduces parallel computer architectures and their programming. It includes an introduction to MPI and OpenMP and a number of engineering problems, including numerical simulations analysis.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CSCI 620 - World Capital Markets and Technology - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Applied Computing and Information Systems program and approval of instructor
Course, requiring travel to a major world financial center, prepares students to better understand and evaluate approaches in the technology, operational, and regulatory practices of world capital markets. (Requires travel in the United States)
Semester(s) Offered: Summer
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CSCI 650 - Special Topics in Applied Computing and Information Systems - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Applied Computing and Information Systems program
In-depth investigation of specific topics and technologies not generally available in the curriculum. This course may be repeated for up to nine (9) credits under different topics.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CSCI 725 - Database Management and E-commerce - 3 credits
Equivalent: CBAD 725
Structure and function of E-commerce database systems; design options and implementation of database management systems in E-commerce; hands-on laboratory practice and term project include use of a common database software application to deliver E-commerce applications on the Internet; case readings including implications of database technologies to E-commerce.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CSCI 798 - Research Project - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Applied Computing and Information Systems program and approval of instructor
An applied research project in the student’s discipline or area of special interest. Requires presentation of research results orally and in writing.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CSED 605 - Foundations of Computing Systems - 3 credits
This course examines the ecology of modern computing through the lens of abstraction, a technical concept that explains how the relationships among hardware and software components impact device functionality. Students are challenged to analyze use cases and identify strategies to design, manage, and troubleshoot computing systems to solve real-world problems.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CSED 607 - Introduction to Data Science - 3 credits
This course explores fundamental tools and methods for collecting, managing, and processing big data using computational models, statistical inferencing, and machine learning to identify trends, support claims, and solve real-world problems in varied disciplines. Data visualization and storytelling techniques are also emphasized. Prior experience in programming or statistical analysis is not required.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CSED 608 - Computational Thinking and Programming - 3 credits
This course promotes understanding of computer programming and logic by teaching students to “think like a computer”. This course explores skills needed to develop and design language-independent solutions to solve computer-related problems. This course also covers development and design basics, including use of variables, control and data structures, principles of command-line, and object-oriented languages.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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IST 672 - Decision Support Systems - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Admission to MS IST graduate program or special permission
A study of decision support systems. Topics include computerized decision support and business intelligence systems, modeling and methodologies. Course will cover data and web mining concepts, knowledge management technologies, collaboration techniques, and intelligent systems. Course includes a research-based focus to explore current advances in the field.
Semester(s) Offered: Summer
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DCD 601 - Coding for Humanists - 3 credits
This course provides a basic knowledge of how computers operate within the specific context of the procedural and narrative elements of the media and languages employed in the Digital Humanities. Students achieve a basic understanding of the principles of coding within the context of the humanities. The course also serves as an introduction to modes of collaboration between those who work conceptually with the Digital Humanities and those who are assigned the tasks of implementing the technical side of such projects.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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ECON 524 - Essentials of Economics - 3 credits
A course designed to acquaint the student with the principles of operation of the American economic system. A survey course for social studies teachers in secondary schools.
Semester(s) Offered: Offered as needed
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EDEE 610 - Advanced Study of Teaching Mathematics and Science in the Early Childhood and Elementary Grades - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 607
This course emphasizes inquiry teaching/learning methods, instructional materials, curriculum integration, community resources, diagnosis and remediation, and evaluation procedures that facilitate pupil discovery and learning in mathematics and science in the early childhood and elementary levels for improved and advanced instruction.
Semester(s) Offered: Offered as needed
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EDEE 612 - Advanced Social Studies Methods for the Elementary Classroom - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate student with educator certification
This course focuses on the development of standards-based, developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive learning experiences in elementary Social Studies. Emphasis will be placed on creating a classroom culture of active engagement in learning and on the teacher as an enthusiastic life-long learner.
Semester(s) Offered: Summer
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EDEE 614 - Advanced Science Methods for the Elementary Classroom - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate student with educator certification
This course focuses on the development of standards- based, developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive learning experiences in elementary Science. Emphasis will be placed on creating inquiry units that engage students in scientific discourse, emphasize the skills of scientific inquiry, enhance problem solving, and encourage all students to participate in science learning. There will be an added focus on the teacher as an active participant in ongoing professional development and the planning of the school science program.
Semester(s) Offered: Summer
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EDEE 615 - Application of Differentiated Instruction in the Early Childhood and Elementary Classroom - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 607 and EDUC 685
This course will include the capstone experience for the specialization in Teaching and Learning in the Early and Elementary Grades. The focus will be on developing appropriate, differentiated instructional strategies that will help early childhood and elementary teachers more effectively engage all students in optimal learning experiences.
Semester(s) Offered: Summer
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EDEE 616 - Methods and Materials for Early Childhood Education - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate student with educator certification
An advanced study of instructional methods for the teaching of young children ages 3 through 8 and the preparation of materials to enhance the learning experiences of these children
Semester(s) Offered: Spring, Summer
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EDEE 618 - Early Childhood Field Experience - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): Graduate student with educator certification
Field placement in a pre-kindergarten or kindergarten classroom where teacher candidates have opportunities to apply knowledge and skills in authentic situations. The emphasis will be on developing deeper understanding of young children’s development and the implications of development for program planning for both typical and atypical children.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring, Summer
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EDEE 650 - Advanced Study of Early and Elementary Curricula and Programs - 3 credits
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 607 , 628 , 630 , 685 , EDIT 604 , EDLL 601 , EDEE 610 , 615 , and EDSP 605
This course includes the culminating experience for the specialization in Teaching and Learning in the Early and Elementary Grades. The course emphasizes dominant practices, methodologies, and current research that influences curriculum development and practice, including an analysis of programs and practices involving families, parents and community involvement in early childhood and elementary educational settings. Students will finalize the construction of a portfolio that will demonstrate advanced instructional methods for the early childhood/elementary grades.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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Education - Early Childhood |
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EDEC 631 - Special Topics in Early Childhood Education - 3 credits
Specific analysis of crucial childhood education issues in the field as they exist and emerge in the future. Provides an opportunity for students to do in-depth study of specific areas of concern.
Semester(s) Offered: Offered as needed
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EDEC 640 - Trends and Issues in Early Childhood Education - 3 credits
Study of the trends and issues that characterize early childhood education today. The course is designed to create an awareness of the directions the field is taking, the myriad problems early childhood education faces and how these problems may be resolved.
Semester(s) Offered: Offered as needed
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