Apr 19, 2024  
2017-2018 University Catalog 
    
2017-2018 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Prefix and Course Index 

 

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Courses are designated as CHEM in the class schedule.

  
  • CHEM 480A - Topics in Contemporary Chemistry (1)


    Research seminar dealing with topics of current interest in chemistry, such as photochemistry, biochemistry, analytical chemistry and organometallic chemistry. Credit/no credit only. Not applicable toward master’s degree. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 units.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior standing in chemistry.

  
  • CHEM 480M - MARC Proseminar (1)


    Intended to increase the contact of MARC Fellows with minority scientists of national repute who will present seminars. Fellows will read and discuss relevant primary literature, attend the seminars, and meet with speakers before and after the seminars. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 units. (BIOL 480M, CHEM 480M and PSYC 480M are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: selection as MARC Fellow.

  
  • CHEM 480S - Howard Hughes Medical Institute Scholars Proseminar (1)


    Hands-on training and experience in practices required to become a biomedical research scientist and entering doctoral programs; includes familiarity with the scientific literature and interactions with visiting scientists. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 units.

    Prerequisite: selection as Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Undergraduate Research Scholar.

    Course not available for Graduate Credit
  
  • CHEM 480T - Topics in Contemporary Chemistry (1-3)


    Special lecture topics of current interest in chemistry. May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 units. (1 hour lecture per unit)

    Prerequisite: junior or senior standing in chemistry.

  
  • CHEM 490 - Internship in Chemistry and Biochemistry (1-3)


    Internship in chemistry. Work on projects in industrial, governmental or medical laboratories. May count as career breadth requirement units for chemistry majors or substituted for CHEM 495, with permission. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 units. Does not count toward M.S. degree

    Prerequisites: junior or senior standing in chemistry and consent of instructor.

    Course not available for Graduate Credit
  
  • CHEM 495 - Senior Research (1-3)


    Methods of chemical research through a research project under the supervision of a department faculty. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units. Only 6 units may apply toward B.A. or B.S. degree. (6 hours per week per unit)

    Prerequisites: CHEM 390, three one-year courses in chemistry, and consent of instructor. Corequisite: ENGL 301  or ENGL 360 .

  
  • CHEM 498 - Senior Thesis (1-2)


    Thesis committee must approve research plan at least two semesters prior to enrollment in this course. Requires preparation, presentation and defense of a formal thesis. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 units. (BIOL 498 and CHEM 498 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: 6 units of BIOL 499L  (two units may be taken concurrently).

    Course not available for Graduate Credit
  
  • CHEM 499 - Independent Study (1-3)


    Special topics in chemistry selected in consultation with the instructor and approval of department chair. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units. Only six units may apply toward B.A. or B.S. degree. In some cases, CHEM 499 can be substituted for CHEM 495 to meet degree requirements.

    Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and completion of two one-year courses in chemistry.

  
  • CHEM 505A - Seminar (Participation) (1)


    Student attendance at presentations by invited scientists on topics of current interest in chemistry. May not be repeated for credit. (1 hour seminar)

    Prerequisites: graduate standing and consent of department.

  
  • CHEM 505B - Seminar (Presentation) (1)


    Student presentation of recent contributions to the chemical literature. May not be repeated for credit. (1 hour seminar)

    Prerequisites: CHEM 505A , graduate standing and consent of the department.

  
  • CHEM 511 - Advanced Analytical Chemistry (3)


    Theory, application and limitations of advanced analytical topics; including separations, spectroscopy, electrochemistry and contemporary methods. .

    Prerequisites: CHEM 315 .

  
  • CHEM 512 - Advanced Instrumentation (3)


    Spectroscopic instrumentation components and systems. Includes laser spectroscopy, mass spectroscopy, chemical sensor, process control, surface science, and microscopy methods; vacuum technology, optics, electro-optics, and electronics components; design and repair of instrumentation.

    Prerequisite: CHEM 315 .

  
  
  • CHEM 537 - Organic Spectroscopy (3)


    Theory and use of infrared spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy as methods for the identification of organic compounds.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 301B , CHEM 302 ; or CHEM 301B , CHEM 306B , CHEM 361A , CHEM 361B .CHEM 431  recommended.

  
  • CHEM 541 - Protein Biochemistry (3)


    Protein isolation strategies and techniques; chemical/physical characterization and modeling; functional characterization (kinetics, binding, chemical modification); molecular biology, including protein expression and engineering.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 423A , CHEM 423B .

  
  • CHEM 542 - Nucleic Acid Chemistry (3)


    Biochemistry of nucleic acids in living systems at the molecular level. Advances and techniques used in nucleic acid research and biotechnology. Strong emphasis on critical reading, analysis and presentation of primary literature.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 423A , CHEM 423B .

  
  
  • CHEM 546 - Metabolism and Catalysis (3)


    Regulation of biosynthetic and degradative reactions in living systems. The control of enzyme activity and concentration. Mechanisms of hormone action.

    Prerequisite: CHEM 421  or CHEM 423A , CHEM 423B .

  
  • CHEM 551 - Quantum Chemistry (3)


    Postulates and theories of approximation methods in quantum chemistry, the electronic structure of atoms and molecules, chemical bonds, group theory and applications.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 371A , CHEM 371B .

  
  • CHEM 552 - Kinetics and Spectroscopy (3)


    Kinetics and spectroscopy of chemical and biochemical systems in the gas phase, in the liquid phase, and on surfaces.

    Prerequisite: CHEM 361B  or CHEM 371B .

  
  • CHEM 580T - Topics in Advanced Chemistry (1-6)


    Current research topics in chemistry in the area of analytical, organic, inorganic, physical chemistry and biochemistry. May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 12 units. (1 hour seminar per unit)

    Prerequisite: graduate standing in chemistry.

  
  • CHEM 597 - Project (1-6)


    Guidance in preparing a project for the master’s degree. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.

    Prerequisites: an officially appointed project committee and consent of the department chair.

  
  • CHEM 598 - Thesis (1-6)


    Guidance in preparing a thesis for the master’s degree. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.

    Prerequisite: an officially appointed thesis committee.

  
  • CHEM 599 - Independent Graduate Research (1-6)


    May be repeated for a maximum of 12 units..

    Prerequisite: graduate standing in chemistry.


Chicana and Chicano Studies

Courses are designated as CHIC in the class schedule.

  
  • CHIC 101 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3)


    Perspectives through which people of color have come to see themselves in terms of their own heroes, cultures and contributions to the societies in which they live and the world in general. (AFAM 101, ASAM 101, CHIC 101 and WGST 101 are the same course)

  
  • CHIC 102 - Communication Skills (3)


    Basic communication skills, including oral and written expression. A unit on the mechanics of writing and reporting on a term paper is included as part of the course.

  
  • CHIC 106 - Introduction to Chicano Studies (3)


    Role of the Chicano in the U.S. The Chicano’s cultural values, social organization, urbanization patterns, and the problems in the area of education, politics and legislation. One or more sections may be offered in any online format.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

  
  • CHIC 108 - Linguistics and Minority Dialects (3)


    Sounds, meanings and vocabulary of African-American, Chicano and other English dialects and their historical origin. (AFAM 108, CHIC 108 and LING108 are the same course.)

  
  • CHIC 190 - Survey of American History with Emphasis on Ethnic Minorities (3)


    Survey of American history from prehistoric times (before 1492) to the present with special emphasis on the role of race and ethnicity. Credit will not be given for both HIST 180 and 190. (AFAM 190, ASAM 190, CHIC 190 and HIST 190 are the same course.)

  
  • CHIC 196 - Tutorial (1-3)


    May be taken for credit for a maximum of three units.

  
  • CHIC 220 - Chicana/o Identities (3)


    Chicana/o identities, from their indigenous beginnings to the present, through categories of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, national origin and class; surveying interdisciplinary, social scientific, historical and literary sources.

  
  • CHIC 302 - Ancient Mexican Culture (3)


    Historical and cultural survey of the principal pre-Columbian cultures of Mexico and their significance to Mexican society.

  
  • CHIC 303 - Chicano/Mexican Cultures (3)


    Methodology for studying and analyzing the cultural background of Mexican and Chicana/o populations in order to understand current traditions, practices, beliefs and ideologies. Syncretism, colonialism, modernization, urbanization, migration and resistance.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

  
  • CHIC 304 - Music of Mexico (3)


    Historical survey of folk, popular and art music traditions of Mexico and music in Mexican American/Chicano society; pre-Cortesian and contemporary indigenous musical practices; relationship of music to Mexican history and culture. Listening, reading and written work. Intended for non-music majors. May be used as a music-major elective. (CHIC 304 and MUS 304 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.1.

  
  • CHIC 305 - Chicana/o Families (3)


    The Chicana/o family’s development as an American social institution focusing on cross-cultural, historical and interdisciplinary perspectives. One or more sections may be offered in any online format.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

  
  • CHIC 306 - Barrio Studies (3)


    How Latina/o and Mexican-origin communities develop in urban areas and the role of collective action in the community. Requires service learning.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

  
  • CHIC 307 - Research and Writing in Ethnic Studies (3)


    Introduction to research and writing in ethnic studies. Issues of research in ethnic studies (e.g., quantitative v. qualitative analysis, reliability/validity) and specific methods of research (e.g., archives, interviews, oral history). Extensive writing. A “C” (2.0) or better is required to satisfy the upper-division writing requirement. (AFAM 307, ASAM 307 and CHIC 307 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: ENGL 101 .

  
  • CHIC 313 - La Chicana (3)


    Cultural influences that the family, religion, economic status and community play upon the lifestyles, values and roles held by Chicanas. One or more sections may be offered in any online format. (CHIC 313 and WGST 313 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

  
  • CHIC 315 - Chicano/Latino Theatre (3)


    Contemporary Chicano/Latino theater in relation to its historical evolution. Plays, playwrights and theater groups expressing the Chicano/Latino experience. Extensive play reading. (CHIC 315 and THTR 315 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.1. or C.2.

  
  • CHIC 316 - The Chicano Music Experience (3)


    Mexican folk and popular music and its relationship to the culture of Mexico. Pre-Cortesian period to the present in Mexico and Southwestern United States.

  
  • CHIC 321 - Latina/o Intercultural Communication (3)


    Explores the intersection of communication and the Latina/o community, including cultural identity or what it means to be Hispanic. Communication between Latinas/os and other cultures are examined from historical, contemporary, political contexts, among a variety of other settings.

    Prerequisite: HCOM 100 , HCOM 102 , or consent of instructor

  
  • CHIC 325 - Chicana and Chicano Education (3)


    Overview of the educational plight of Chicanas/os in the American school system from an interdisciplinary perspective. Addresses educational inequality and social justice phenomenon using various concepts, theories and methodologies.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

  
  • CHIC 330 - The Evolution of Mexican Literature (3)


    Survey and analysis of the Nahautl, Mexican and Chicano literature from pre-Columbian period to present.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.2.

  
  • CHIC 331 - The Chicano Child (3)


    The Chicano child from preschool through grade six. Emphasizes motor, physical, social, intellectual, emotional growth and development and their effect on school adjustment and achievement. Field observation of preschool and grade school children required.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

  
  • CHIC 332 - The Chicano Adolescent (3)


    The Chicano adolescent’s social, intellectual and emotional growth and development. Bicultural pressures from the barrio, family structure, school and achievement values.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

  
  • CHIC 333 - Mexican Literature Since 1940 (3)


    Literature of Mexico since 1940: Carlos Fuentes, Rodolfo Usigli, Xavier Villarrutia, Juan Jose Arreola, Octavio Paz, Laura Esquivel and Juan Rulfo. Other contemporary authors may be included.

  
  • CHIC 336 - Latin American Literature (3)


    Major periods and texts in Latin American literature. The transnational context of Latin American literature; reading major works (in English translation) by writers from Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean and the Latina/o U.S.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

  
  • CHIC 337 - Contemporary Chicana/o Literature (3)


    Chicana and Chicano literature from the 1960s to the present. Considers texts within their cultural, historical, social and political contexts. Relates Chicana/o literature to contemporary U.S. Latina/o writing and to the creative and performing arts. One or more sections may be offered in any online format.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

  
  • CHIC 338 - Barrios and Health (3)


    Links between urban environments and health. How community development and the grassroots help shape health in barrios. Requires service learning with non-profit organizations. (CHIC 338 and HESC 338 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

  
  • CHIC 340 - Mexican/Chicano Intellectual Thought (3)


    Emergence of the Chicano movement dealing with political, economic and sociological facets. Writings of Nahautl, Spanish, Spanish-American, Chicano and contemporary writers. Not applicable for graduate degree credit.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.2.

  
  • CHIC 345 - History of the Chicano (3)


    History of the Chicano from the pre-Columbian period to the present. The Chicanos’ changing role in the United States, their cultural identity crisis and their achievements.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

  
  • CHIC 350 - Mexican Life and Culture (3)


    Introduction to Mexican culture and civilization. Contemporary Mexican society with focus on social, political, environmental, cultural and historical issues. Requires travel to La Paz, Baja California, Mexico and will only be offered in summer or intercession. Letter grade or Credit/No Credit. (CHIC 350 and LTAM 350 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. category D.1.

  
  • CHIC 353 - Mexico Since 1906 (3)


    Mexican Revolution of 1910, stressing the political, economic and social aspects, as well as its contributions in the fields of art, literature and social reforms.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

  
  • CHIC 360 - Chicanos and the Law (3)


    Relationship between Chicanos and the legal and judicial system, including the administration of justice, Chicano-police relations and prison system.

  
  • CHIC 367 - Religion in Latino/a Life (3)


    National and international expressions of Latino/a religiosity - from popular religion to Marian devotion to curanderismo - through film, historical documents, poetry, theology, art, sociology and ethnic studies. (CHIC 367 and RLST 367 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.2.

  
  • CHIC 369 - Border Cinema (3)


    A course examining representations of the US-Mexico border in Mexican and US films from the Mexican Revolution era to the present as well as an examination of border theories in international films and scholarship.

    Prerequisite: Completion of G.E. Category A.2 or A.3

  
  • CHIC 450 - Seminar in Contemporary Chicana/o Issues (3)


    Study of selected contemporary research topics in Chicana/o Studies aimed at gaining an in-depth knowledge of a particular analytical, theoretical, and/or methodological approach.

    Prerequisite: Upper division standing, graduate student, or instructor consent.

  
  • CHIC 459 - Art History of the Ancient Americas (3)


    History of the art and architecture of select civilizations of ancient Mesoamerica and South America.

    Prerequisites: junior or senior standing.

  
  • CHIC 460 - The Chicano and Politics (3)


    Theory of urban politics and evaluation of issues that affect the Chicanos and American society. Evaluations and surveys will be made on political organizations in Hispanic-surnamed communities. (CHIC 460 and POSC 460 are the same course.)

  
  • CHIC 462 - Latin American Art History: 1400 - Present (3)


    History of art and architecture of select regions and nations of Latin America, from Contact to present. Major monuments and art movements. (ART 462 and CHIC 462 are the same course)

  
  • CHIC 471 - Obesity, Policy and Hispanic Communities (3)


    Structural approach to understanding obesity in immigrant Hispanic communities. Lectures and activities emphasize role of federal and local health/nutrition policy and the built environment on obesity in immigrant Hispanic communities. (HESC 471 and CHIC 471 are the same course)

    Prerequisite: HESC 220  and HESC 350 ; or minor in Health Science, Pre-Health Professions or Food Studies; or graduate standing.

    Course not available for Graduate Credit
  
  • CHIC 477C - American Immigration History (3)


    History of American immigration in a global context. Changes and continuities in the political, cultural, and economic contexts that generated the movement of diverse peoples and structured their experiences of integration within the U.S. (HIST 477C, AFAM 477C, ASAM 477C and CHIC 477C are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: HIST 180 , HIST 190 HIST 170A , HIST 170B , ASAM 190 , ASAM 201 , HIST 201 , CHIC 190   or AFAM 190 .

  
  • CHIC 480 - Chicanas/os and Immigrants (3)


    Mexican- and Latino-origin immigration to the U.S. at key social structural levels.

    Prerequisite: junior, senior or graduate standing.

  
  • CHIC 496 - Student to Student Tutorial (1-3)


    Learning through teaching. Three hours of work per week expected for each semester unit of credit and may include: tutorial preparations; consulting with instructors; reporting, analyzing and evaluating tutorial experiences. Requires independent research project on topic related to tutoring area.

    Prerequisite: permission from the instructor.

  
  • CHIC 499 - Independent Study (1-3)


    Opportunity to study independently under the guidance of the faculty on a subject of special interest and approved by instructor. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units.

    Prerequisites: senior standing, approval by the department chair and instructor(s) in charge of directing the study.

  
  • CHIC 500 - Chicana/Chicano Studies Paradigms and Traditions (3)


    Interdisciplinary approaches, methods and theories used in the study of Chicana/Chicano and Latina/Latino populations and related topics.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

  
  • CHIC 599 - Independent Graduate Research (1-3)


    Individual library research or empirical project, with conferences with instructor as necessary, culminating in one or more papers. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites: permission from instructor.


Chinese

Courses are designated CHIN in the class schedule.

  
  • CHIN 100 - Introduction to Chinese Conversation (3)


    Introduction to spoken Mandarin Chinese, emphasizing vocabulary development, using common phrases and sentences, and culturally appropriate language at beginning levels. Conducted primarily in Chinese.

  
  • CHIN 101 - Fundamental Chinese-A (5)


    For non-native Chinese speakers. Developing listening and reading comprehension and speaking. Introduces writing and develops cultural awareness to communicate on a basic level. Conducted primarily in Chinese.

  
  • CHIN 102 - Fundamental Chinese-B (5)


    For non-native speakers of Chinese. Continued development of listening and reading comprehension, speaking and writing to communicate on a basic level. Conducted primarily in Chinese.

    Prerequisite: CHIN 101 .

  
  • CHIN 201 - Mandarin Chinese for Chinese Speakers-A (3)


    Expands oral competencies and develops reading and writing up to 800 characters. Conducted primarily in Chinese.

    Prerequisites: elementary high oral competency; able to read and write at least 500 characters

  
  • CHIN 202 - Mandarin Chinese for Chinese Speakers-B (3)


    Expands oral competencies and develops reading and writing up to 1,200 characters. Conducted primarily in Chinese.

    Prerequisites: elementary high oral competency; able to read and write at least 800 characters.

  
  • CHIN 203 - Intermediate Chinese-A (5)


    Listening and reading comprehension, and oral and writing practice in Chinese based on cultural and literary materials, with further development in vocabulary and grammar. Conducted primarily in Chinese.

    Prerequisites: CHIN 102 .

  
  • CHIN 204 - Intermediate Chinese - B (5)


    ontinued development of communicative competence in Mandarin Chinese with a focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture. Vocabulary building and developing grammatical accuracy. Conducted primarily in Chinese.

    Prerequisite: CHIN 203 .

  
  • CHIN 299 - Directed Study (1-3)


    Supervised research projects in Chinese language, literature, culture, linguistics, or business, with consent of instructor and department chair. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.

  
  • CHIN 300 - Chinese for Health and Human Services (3)


    Provides students in the health professions with skills necessary to effectively communicate in Chinese using terminology and culturally appropriate expressions specific to their field.

    Prerequisite: CHIN 204  or equivalent Chinese communicative competency.

  
  • CHIN 301 - Advanced Writing in Chinese (3)


    Advanced levels of written expression through expository writing and research writing related to specific themes. Provides a basis of discussion, systematic study of complex modes of expression, and thoughtful compositions. Conduced in Chinese.

    Prerequisite: CHIN 204 .

  
  • CHIN 310 - Mandarin Chinese in the Business World (3)


    Working knowledge of oral and written Mandarin Chinese business language. Cultural, social and economic contexts of business procedures; business correspondence, conversation between business partners, and the language of advertising. Conducted in Chinese.

    Prerequisites: intermediate low competency in reading, writing and speaking Mandarin Chinese (testing may be required).

  
  • CHIN 311 - Mandarin Chinese for International Business (3)


    Expands vocabulary, reading comprehension and oral and written analysis of materials dealing with cultural, social, economic and political realities in the Chinese-speaking business world. Overview of the Chinese economy, major trade relations and business practices. Conducted in Chinese.

    Prerequisites: intermediate middle competency in reading, writing and speaking Mandarin Chinese (testing may be required).

  
  • CHIN 315 - Introduction to Chinese Civilization (3)


    Social, intellectual and artistic heritage of Chinese civilization. Reading and discussion of characteristics of Chinese civilization while strengthening linguistic facility in Mandarin Chinese. Conducted in Chinese.

    Prerequisites: CHIN 202 ; intermediate high competency in reading, writing, and speaking Mandarin Chinese (testing may be required).

  
  • CHIN 325 - Contemporary Chinese Culture (3)


    Reading and discussion to develop understanding of the social, political, economic and intellectual problems, trends and issues of present-day China while strengthening linguistic ability in Mandarin Chinese. Conducted in Chinese.

    Prerequisites:CHIN 202 ; intermediate high competency in reading, writing, and speaking Mandarin Chinese.

  
  • CHIN 385 - Advanced Chinese Cultural Communication (3)


    Helps students to further develop Chinese competency at the advanced level through the reading of literary texts, with a focus on discussions and essays about various topics related to Chinese culture. Conducted in Chinese.

    Prerequisite: CHIN 204  or equivalent Chinese communicative competency

  
  • CHIN 390 - Chinese Culture through Cinema and Literature (3)


    Study of the development of modern Chinese culture and society, as well as multicultural analysis of global issues, through various media including subtitled films and literature. Conducted primarily in English.

    Prerequisite: Completion of G.E. Category C.2

  
  • CHIN 407 - Chinese Film (3)


    Development of contemporary Chinese culture, literature and society. How films are capable of expressing social, historical, political issues and cultural changes. Conducted in Mandarin Chinese.

    Prerequisite: CHIN 325 .

    Course not available for Graduate Credit
  
  • CHIN 466 - Introduction to Chinese Linguistics (3)


    Introduction to the Chinese language as a subject of linguistic investigation. Structure (phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics) and history of the Chinese language, characteristics of Chinese dialects and the writing system.

    Prerequisite: CHIN 301 .

    Course not available for Graduate Credit
  
  • CHIN 499 - Independent Study (1-3)


    Supervised research projects in Chinese language, literature, culture, linguistics, or business, with consent of instructor and department chair. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.


Communications

Courses are designated as COMM in the class schedule.

  
  • COMM 101 - Writing for Mass Media (3)


    Principles and practices of writing for major types of mass communications media. Content, organization, conciseness and clarity. All Fullerton campus lectures online, laboratory in classroom. All Irvine campus lectures and labs in classroom. One or more sections may be offered in any online format. (2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory)

    Prerequisites: ENGL 101  with a “C” (2.0) or better; typing ability.

  
  • COMM 201 - Reporting for Mass Media I (3)


    Develop expertise in news reporting, including computer-assisted reporting and writing techniques, with an emphasis on print and Web reporting and writing. Students will have an opportunity to write for the Daily Titan.

    Prerequisite: COMM 101  

  
  • COMM 202 - Reporting for Mass Media II (3)


    Develop expertise in advanced news reporting and writing techniques, with an emphasis on the Web, radio and television. Learn basics of visual journalism storytelling, including basic elements of shooting videotape, recording audio, editing video and audio tape, and building news websites. Opportunities to contribute to the Daily Titan, Titan Online and/or OC News will be provided.

    Prerequisite: COMM 101  .

  
  • COMM 233 - Mass Communication in Modern Society (3)


    Internet, newspapers, magazines, film, radio and television; their significance as social instruments and economic entities in modern society.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

  
  • COMM 300 - Visual Communication (3)


    Social and cultural analysis of the meaning, production and consumption of visual information in a modern media society. Still, moving, television, graphic design, cartoon and computer images will be analyzed in terms of technical, commercial and cultural considerations. Must earn a C or better to pass the course. One or more sections may be offered in any online format.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Categories C.1 or C.2.

  
  • COMM 301 - Writing for Broadcasting and Film (3)


    Theory and principles of writing in the broadcast and film media. (2 hours discussion, 1 hour activity)

    Prerequisites: ENGL 101  with a “C” (2.0) or better; typing ability.

  
  • COMM 310 - Mass Media Ethics (3)


    Moral and professional conduct within various communications contexts. Examine cases involved with advertising, broadcast journalism, film, photojournalism, print journalism, public relations, television and the World Wide Web. One or more sections may be offered in any online format.

    Prerequisite: junior standing.

  
  • COMM 315 - Mass Media and Ethnic Groups (3)


    Analyzes the representations of various ethnic and racial groups in advertising, news, film and television. Designed to make students more critical consumers of the media.

  
  • COMM 317 - Digital Foundations (3)


    Convergence of the basic principles and practices of digital photography, digital imaging, graphic design and web page production for creative visual problem solving. One or more sections may be offered in any online format.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.1 or C.2.

  
  • COMM 319 - Visual Reporting (3)


    Image creation for publication in print and/or screen media. Convergence of the basic principles and practices of digital photography, digital imaging, graphic design and web page production for journalism-based visual problem solving.

    Prerequisite: COMM 317  .

  
  • COMM 321 - Studio Photography (3)


    Creative and effective use of images in print and/or screen publications within advertising, public relations, entertainment studies and other commercial, persuasive communication contexts.

    Prerequisites: COMM 317  .

  
  • COMM 325 - Multimedia Journalism (3)


    Study online journalism models and basic multimedia design while conducting in-the-field reporting projects that combine audio, photo, video, graphic and print elements to tell compelling journalistic stories.

    Prerequisite: COMM 201  and COMM 202  with a C (2.0) or better; must be Communications major or Journalism minor.

  
  • COMM 331 - News Literacy (3)


    Provides a foundation in news literacy: using critical thinking skills to judge the reliability and credibility of information reports, whether via print, television, radio or Internet. Read and deconstruct a variety of news stories to determine their level of transparency and trustworthiness. One or more sections may be offered in any online format.

    Prerequisite: COMM 233  

  
  • COMM 332 - Editing and Design (3)


    Principles and practice of newspaper editing: copy improvement, headline writing, news photos and cutlines, wire services, typography, copy schedules and control, page design and layout, law and ethics. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory)

    Prerequisite: COMM 201  .

 

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