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CAS 397 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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CAS 410 - Persuasive Campaigns, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CAS 120 and CAS 230
This course covers the fundamentals of public relations. Students will learn how to produce press releases, home pages, brochures, and other communication tools. Students will create and implement a persuasive campaign relying on theories and strategies learned in the course.
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CAS 413 - Argumentation and Debate, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CAS 112
This course introduces students to argumentative techniques and principles. They will learn to analyze the components of an argument – claim, grounds, warrant, and backing – and to build a case with evidence and reasoning. Students will also practice debating a resolution with their peers using formats that include constructive argument, cross examination, rebuttal, and closing argument.
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CAS 415 - Studies in Public Relations, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing
Current topics within the PR area will be studied including research, case studies, writing or other specified areas of public relations. Course may be taken more than once provided the subject or topic is different.
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CAS 415X - Healthcare PR, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing
Current topics within the PR area will be studied including research, case studies, writing or other specified areas of public relations. Course may be taken more than once provided the subject or topic is different.
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CAS 422 - Film Makers, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CAS 107 or CAS 108I or instructor approval.
This course will examine the creative contributions of various filmmakers. The filmmaker’s personal vision, time in history and artistic sensibilities will be examined through the context of his or her work. Auteur Theory, history, and criticism will be emphasized as well as the literature and practical techniques of criticism. Course may be repeated as the filmmaker changes.
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CAS 425 - Conflict & Communication, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior Status
The purpose of this course is to investigate conflict in interpersonal, organizational, and mediated forms. The course will identify various styles of conflict and will examine potential methods for managing interpersonal conflict. Students will examine and analyze case studies of conflict that have been carried out in the context of close relationships, in the workplace, and through social media. Particular emphasis will be on third party intervention as an effective means of dispute resolution. Students will apply course content to demonstrate proficiency in conflict management.
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CAS 428 - Media Law and Ethics, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CAS 126 and Junior or Senior status
An exploration of broadcast regulations, law, and ethics with emphasis given to their evolution and their impact on broadcasting and society over time. Current issues including First Amendment law, libel, slander, obscenity, copyright, etc. are also analyzed.
Semesters Offered: Offered in alternate years.
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CAS 432 - Advanced Studies in Film Theory and Criticism, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CAS 107 or CAS 108I and CAS 222
This course provides advanced understanding of film as a cultural medium through the discussion of key theoretical and critical approaches. Theoretical and critical approaches discussed may include: realist theory, genre criticism, auteur theory, structuralism, feminist theory, and journalistic criticism.
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CAS 459 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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CAS 473 - Senior Seminar: Leadership in Public Relations, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CAS 120 , CAS 230 and Junior standing
Students enrolled in this course will learn about leadership and develop an understanding of individual leadership strengths and how to apply them to the job search and workplace. Students will also organize a professional portfolio.
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CAS 474 - Audio for Film, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CAS 374 or consent of the instructor.
The study of audio production principles and practices as they specifically relate to film production and post production. Topics will include on location acquisition as well as post production manipulation, and mixing of sound and audio. Foley and ADR projects will be included. The course focuses on the use of sound to compliment the image.
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CAS 476 - Capstone in Communication, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Senior status or permission of instructor. Course must be repeated if grade is below C.
Majors enrolled in this course will learn the technology needed to conduct a Web-based portfolio that documents their learning experiences. This portfolio will include a resume, recommendation letters, samples of speaking presentations, communication-related papers, projects, and documentation of experiential learning.
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CAS 495 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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CAS 497 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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CAS 497X - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
Prerequisite(s): At least 12 credit hours in CAS
An experiential learning course that allows the students who are interning to share ideas and practices used in the field of communication. By combining theoretical approaches with applied activities, students will learn valuable skills that are desired in the contemporary job market. Students will be expected to participate in a variety of online activities and discussions.
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CSD 105D - Introduction to Communication Disorders, 3 credit hours
An introduction to disorders in the areas of speech, language and hearing. Includes an overview of normal speech, language and hearing development and explanations of causes, characteristics, remediation and prognosis of a wide variety of communication disorders.
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CSD 220 - Speech and Language Development, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D , or consent of the instructor
Speech and language acquisition theory and stages from birth through adolescence. A variety of methods for analyzing syntax, semantics, pragmatics, morphology and phonology across the stages of development are discussed. Contributions of biological, social, cognitive and environmental factors on the process of language development are discussed. Information on language variation in multicultural populations is presented.
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CSD 225 - Phonetics and Phonology, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D , or consent of the instructor
A theoretical and applied study of the production of speech sounds based on the International Phonetic Alphabet. Standard American dialect is emphasized through practice in broad and narrow phonetic transcription techniques on both normal and disordered speech samples. Phonological theories are examined and applied to normal and disordered speech samples.
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CSD 235 - Clinical Ethics & Management, 2 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D and CSD 220
Corequisite(s): CSD 236
An introduction to careers in speech-language pathology and audiology. This course focuses on the ethical and professional standards expected set forth by the Ohio Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology as well as the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Students will learn the steps in ethical decision making. In addition students will be taught the necessary skills for successful observation, professional clinical writing, and clinical management. Strategies and the importance of confidentiality and HIPAA requirements will also be learned.
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CSD 236 - Speech & Language Observations, 1 credit hour
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D and CSD 220
Corequisite(s): CSD 235
This course provides an opportunity for students to participate in observations of the professions of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Students will write reflections of sessions observed and demonstrate knowledge of ethical and professional standards. This course allows students to obtain the observation hours required by ASHA. All students are required to complete 25 observation hours in order to obtain a passing grade in this course. A grade of B- or above must be obtained in this course in order to register for CSD 335X .
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CSD 263 - Seminar, 1-4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Varies dependent upon the topic being offered
The study of current topics of concern within the communication sciences & disorders area. May be repeated more than once, provided the subject or topic is different.
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CSD 295 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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CSD 297 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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CSD 321 - Neurology, Anatomy & Physiology of the Speech & Hearing Mechanism, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D and CSD 220
The anatomy and physiology of normal speech production and of the hearing mechanism. Including the study of the nervous system, ear, laryngeal, respiratory and orofacial processes. Applications to disorders in speech, language and hearing will be discussed.
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CSD 325 - Articulation and Phonology Disorders, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D , CSD 220 and CSD 225
The study of the normal aspects of articulation, speech sound acquisition, phonological awareness, and classification and factors related to speech sound disorders. Applications of this information in the assessment and remediation of speech sounds disorders in children and adults will be addressed.
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CSD 335X - Clinical Practice- Individual, 1 credit hour
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D ,CSD 220 ,CSD 225 , and either CSD 325 or CSD 340 . Earned grade of B- or above in CSD 235 and CSD 236 or consent of Program Director. GPA of 3.2 or above in the major or consent of Program Director. Course must be repeated if grade of C or below is earned.
This course allows students to participate in experiential learning at the Baldwin Wallace Speech Clinic. Students are assigned to clients receiving individual therapy sessions and work to obtain ASHA clinical hours. Throughout this experience students are required to develop, write and execute long-term goals, short-term goals, and weekly lesson plans. Students also write SOAP notes and reflections on his/her performance. Students enroll in this course for two semesters and repeat the course if a grade of C or below is earned.
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CSD 340 - Language Disorders, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D and CSD 220
The nature and characteristics of language disorders in children and adults are discussed. Including the assessment and treatment of disorders of syntax, semantics, morphology and pragmatics in all populations of language disordered children and adults.
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CSD 341 - Voice and Fluency Disorders, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D and CSD 220
The nature and characteristics of voice and fluency disorders in children and adults are discussed, including the assessment and treatment of disorders in voice and fluency/stuttering.
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CSD 351 - Speech and Hearing Science, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D and CSD 220
During this course students will gain knowledge regarding the principles of acoustics as they relate to speech production and perception. Students will also engage in analysis of speech signals to provide application of theories discussed in class. Clinical applications will also be discussed.
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CSD 359 - Faculty-Student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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CSD 395 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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CSD 397 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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CSD 420 - Audiology, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D and CSD 220
A study of audiology, instrumentation, diagnosis, hearing disorders and basic rehabilitation procedures for hearing impaired populations.
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CSD 421 - Aural Rehabilitation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D and CSD 220
A study of the historical aspects of communication intervention with people who are hearing impaired, etiologies related to hearing impairment, incorporating auditory and visual stimuli in communication, language and speech of the hearing impaired, communication methodologies, psychosocial issues related to hearing impairment, hearing aids, assistive listening devices, cochlear implants, and audiologic rehabilitation techniques across the lifespan.
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CSD 435X - Clinical Practice- Group, 1 credit hour
Prerequisite(s): CSD 105D , CSD 220 , CSD 225 , CSD 335X , and either CSD 325 or CSD 340 . Earned grade of B- or above in CSD 235 and CSD 236 or consent of Program Director. GPA of 3.2 or above in the major or consent of Program Director. Course must be repeated if grade of C or below is earned.
This course allows students to participate in experiential learning at the Baldwin Wallace Speech Clinic or an approved offsite clinical site. These supervised experiences allow the students to lead group therapy sessions while obtaining ASHA clinical hours. Students are required to develop, write, and execute long-term goals, short-term goals, and session lesson plans. Students also write clinic notes and reflections on his/her performance. Students must repeat this course if a grade of C or below is earned.
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CSD 440 - Research Methods in Communication Disorders, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 131 , CSD 105D and CSD 220 ; and at least one semester of CSD 335X
This course provides an overview of research methodology, design considerations, and the formulation of testable research questions that are central to the study of communication disorders. Ethical issues involved in communication disorders research will also be discussed. Students will design a doable evidence-based practice research proposal by the end of this course.
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CSD 459 - Faculty-Student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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CSD 477 - Capstone in Communication Disorders, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Senior status. Course must be repeated if grade is below a C.
Students enrolled in this course will complete a portfolio, in which they are to document the knowledge and skills obtain both in and out of the classroom, during their University years. The portfolio will include a resume, cover letter, recommendations letter, letters of acceptance (graduate school or employment) completed KASA form, clinical experience documentation, reflections on academic, clinical, extracurricular involvement, and employment experiences.
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CSD 495 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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CSD 497 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
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CSD 510 - Child Language Disorders, 3 credit hours
The course is designed to provide a theoretical and practical orientation to the area of child language disorders. It will provide practical applications of the principles of prevention, assessment and remediation of language disorders in children birth to 18 years.
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CSD 521 - Neuroanatomy and Physiology, 2 credit hours
This course will review neuroanatomy and physiology for the speech, language and hearing mechanism. Development, maturation, and function of all essential structures will be covered.
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CSD 525 - Articulation & Phonology Disorders, 3 credit hours
The study of the normal aspects of articulation, speech sound acquisition, phonological awareness, and classification and factors related to speech sound disorders. Applications of this information in the assessment and remediation of speech sounds disorders in children and adults will be addressed.
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CSD 530 - Clinical Foundations, 3 credit hours
This course is an overview of the practice of Speech-Language Pathology and an introduction to clinical practice. Students will learn about ethical practice guidelines, scope of practice, HIPPA/confidentiality, clinic procedures, clinical writing (goals, lesson plans, assessments), and other topics as appropriate.
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CSD 531 - Diagnostics in Speech-Language Pathology, 1 credit hour
Students will learn diagnostic procedures, administration guidelines, and clinical writing procedures for diagnostics/evaluations in Speech-Language Pathology. Students will earn clock hours conducting diagnostics with a variety of patients with communication disorders across the lifespan.
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CSD 534 - Augmentative & Alternative Communication, 2 credit hours
A look at the assessment and intervention methods associated with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). An understanding of AAC and the language systems, continuum of AAC strategies will be developed. Students will learn how to identify potential candidates for AAC, as well as learn evaluation techniques and intervention strategies for individuals with complex communication needs. Students will also participate in service learning through the Baldwin Wallace Speech Clinic, off-site clinical practicum, online practice, and other relevant opportunities.
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CSD 535 - Clinical Practice, 1 credit hour
Students will participate in Clinical Practice experiences on campus at the Baldwin Wallace Speech Clinic. Students will earn clock hours with a variety of patients with communication disorders across the lifespan.
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CSD 536 - Clinical Practice, 1 credit hour
Students will participate in Clinical Practice experiences on campus at the Baldwin Wallace Speech Clinic or at an offsite placement. Students will earn clock hours with a variety of patients with communication disorders across the lifespan.
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CSD 537 - Clinical Practice, 1 credit hour
Students will participate in Clinical Practice experiences on campus at the Baldwin Wallace Speech Clinic or at an offsite placement. Students will earn clock hours with a variety of patients with communication disorders across the lifespan.
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CSD 541 - Voice Disorders, 2 credit hours
Causation, symptomatology, and remedial procedures of voice disorders, specific evidence-based practice procedures for both children and adults across intervention settings.
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CSD 542 - Fluency Disorders, 2 credit hours
Causation, symptomatology, and remedial procedures of stuttering, specific evidence-based practice procedures for both children and adults across intervention settings.
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CSD 550 - Integrations, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to help link the content taught in lecture-based classes in the graduate curriculum to the clinic practicum that the student engage in every semester. Students will participate in service learning projects designed to implement concepts, reflect on clinical experiences, discuss requirements of different clinical settings, and ethical implications of day-to-day clinical practice. Other topics will be covered as needed.
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CSD 551 - Integrations, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to help link the content taught in lecture-based classes in the graduate curriculum to the clinic practicum that the student engage in every semester. Students will participate in service learning projects designed to implement concepts, reflect on clinical experiences, discuss requirements of different clinical settings, and ethical implications of day-to-day clinical practice. Other topics will be covered as needed.
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CSD 552S - Integrations, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to help link the content taught in lecture-based classes in the graduate curriculum to the clinic practicum that the student engages in every semester. Students will learn and discuss topics of policy and advocacy relevant to the field of communication sciences and disorders as well as ethical considerations and support for underserved and vulnerable populations. Students will participate in service-learning projects designed to enhance academic learning, reflect on clinical experiences, discuss requirements of different clinical settings, and ethical implications of day-to-day clinical practice. Other topics will be covered as needed.
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CSD 557 - Culturally Responsive Practices in Communication Sciences and Disorders, 3 credit hours
Our beliefs, attitudes, values, and assumptions shape the way that we move through the world. As health care practitioners, it is incumbent upon us to examine these elements of culture that influence us, the people we serve, and the therapeutic environment.This course will help students deconstruct and examine culture’s impact on clinical practice and research in the field of communication sciences and disorders.
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CSD 560 - Foundations of EBP, 3 credit hours
This course focuses on evidence-based practice in speech-language pathology. The class will examine research methodologies in the area of human communication development and disorders. Major emphases are placed on understanding the process of empirical research; understanding the basic concepts and methods of research; and interpreting and evaluating the quality of research articles. Students will apply the principles of research and its findings to clinical management of communication disorders on their own areas of interest.
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CSD 563 - SLP 2B in Zambia, 2 credit hour
Speech-language pathology, audiology and elephants, OH MY! Come to Zambia and see how your class work and clinical experiences connect in a different context. Embrace Sub-Saharan Africa and learn in a new way. This is course seeks to integrate critical elements of clinical education, service-learning, and study abroad through a unique cultural exchange experience. While participating in in-country or virtual activities in Zambia, students will have the opportunity to explore the field of communication sciences disorders, learn about Zambian life and industry from incredible professionals, and learn about themselves as members of a global society. This course consists of two parts, an on-campus preparation class and in-country study abroad component (virtual options available).
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CSD 610 - Adult Language Disorders, 3 credit hours
The course is designed to provide a theoretical and practical orientation to the area of adult language disorders. It will provide practical applications of the principles of prevention, assessment and remediation of language disorders in adults including aphasia and acquired cognitive-communication disorders, with emphasis on cognitive-communication deficits associated with traumatic brain injury, right hemisphere damage, dementing illness, and other neurogenic conditions.
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CSD 621 - Aural Rehabilitation, 2 credit hours
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CSD 625 - Dysphagia, 2 credit hours
This course examines the nature, etiology and treatment of swallowing disorders resulting from neuropathologies. Related intellectual, perceptual, social and emotional problems will be considered as well as the neuromuscular symptoms. Evidence-based practice will be utilized in clinical decision-making.
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CSD 626 - Motor Speech Disorders, 2 credit hours
This course examines the nature, etiology and treatment of motor speech and related disorders resulting from neuropathologies.Related intellectual, perceptual, social and emotional problems will be considered as well as the neuromuscular symptoms.Evidence-based practice evidence will be utilized in clinical decision-making.
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CSD 635 - Clinical Practice, 3 credit hours
Students will participate in Clinical Practice experiences off campus at a variety of settings as determined by the Clinic Director. Students will earn clock hours with a variety of patients with communication disorders across the lifespan.
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CSD 636 - Clinical Practice, 6 credit hours
Students will participate in a 15 week Clinical Practice experience off campus at a variety of settings as determined by the Clinic Director. Students will earn clock hours with a variety of patients with communication disorders across the lifespan.
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CSD 638 - Clinical Practice School Based, 1 credit hour
Students will participate in an 8-15 week full-time Clinical Practice experience off-campus at a school based setting as determined by the Clinic Director. Students will earn clock hours with a variety of patients with communication disorders.
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CSD 650 - Integrations, 2 credit hours
This course is designed to help link the content taught in lecture-based classes in the graduate curriculum to the clinic practicum that the student engage in every semester. Students will participate in service learning projects designed to implement concepts, reflect on clinical experiences, discuss requirements of different clinical settings, and ethical implications of day-to-day clinical practice. Other topics will be covered as needed.
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CSD 660 - Research Application, 1 credit hour
This course is intended to provide the student with the opportunity to engage in a research study within the field of Speech-Language Pathology. The student will work under the direction of a faculty member in the Department.
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CSD 677 - Capstone in Speech-Language Pathology, 3 credit hours
A portfolio-based course in which students integrate the clinical knowledge and skills obtain both in and out of the classroom to demonstrate competency in prevention, assessment and intervention across disorders and professional practice areas. Speech, language, and swallowing disorder cases are examined and compared to relevant research evidence. Reflective approaches to learning are incorporated in the learning process.
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CSC 135 - Introduction to Web Site Development, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to provide experience in the development of basic web sites, focusing on standard web development languages and tools such as HTML, XML, CSS, and JavaScript. Use of web editing tools such as WordPress or Visual Studio is also included. Several web sites will be developed to practice the implementation of the technologies discussed.
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CSC 141 - Advanced Applications for Information Analysis, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy, including the use of word processing and beginning Excel, is assumed; completion of core MTH course.
This course focuses on spreadsheet and database technologies with an emphasis on the application of those technologies in the business domain. Topics include creation of spreadsheets and databases, financial and statistical functions, charting, problem solving tools, querying of databases, creation of forms and reports, macros, and the integration of spreadsheets and databases.
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CSC 160 - Introduction to Computing, 3 credit hours
This course provides an introduction to the computing majors and minors offered at BW including the curricular difference, the professional practices, and the available career opportunities. In addition, it introduces students to many of the primary areas of computing (including, but not limited to computational thinking, computer networks, operating systems, artificial intelligence) and gives a historical perspective of the discipline. Problem solving, teamwork and ethics are woven throughout the course.
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CSC 210 - Computer Science I: Programs and Applications, 3 credit hours
This course covers the fundamental concepts of computers and computer programming. Repetition, selection, procedures, simple data types, arrays, and records are covered. Object-orientation and graphical user interfaces are introduced. Structured design and programming techniques are emphasized.
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CSC 211 - Introduction to Programming in Python, 3 credit hours
This course is intended to provide students with basic skills and experience in the analysis of problems, the creation of algorithms to solve these problems, and the implementation of the resulting algorithms as working programs. The Python programming language is used and many of the assignments focus on the creation or manipulation of multimedia components. This is the preferred introductory course for students majoring in Digital Media.
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CSC 212 - Intro to Programming for Scientists & Engineers, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of high school Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry are prerequisites for all Mathematics courses.
Students are required to have achieved an ACT Math Score of 22 or higher, a SAT Math Section Score of 520 or higher (if taken prior to March 2016), a SAT Math Section Score of 550 or higher (if taken after March 2016), a SAT Math Test Score of 27.5 or higher, a math readiness placement score of at least 75 or higher, or a score of 80% or higher on the Baldwin Wallace mathematics placement exam.
Introduction to programming for scientists and engineers. Programming concepts such as repetition, selection, functions, strings and other simple datatypes will be introduced in the context of solving problems of interest to scientists and engineers. Emphasis on reproducibility and documentation of computational procedures. Exploration of Data visualization along with scientific computing libraries.
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CSC 235 - System Requirements and Testing, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 160
This course is designed to introduce the student to the areas of requirements gathering and testing of computer systems. The course focuses on building the skills necessary to drive a student’s understand, application and success in the Business or Systems Analysis arena. Case studies will be used to explore requirements gathering. Testing topics will include V Model and Testing First models. Students will be introduced to the components of a testing plan and be required to create portions of a test plan using industry standard techniques.
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CSC 240 - Object-Oriented Programming, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 210 or CSC 211 or CSC 212 any with a “C” or better.
This three credit course builds on the introductory programming concepts presented in Computer Science I by introducing students to the object-oriented programming paradigm. Topics include abstraction, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, object-oriented design and, as time permits, use of advanced language features such as generics, packages and interfaces. Students implement several applications of varying complexity in a current object-oriented programming language (currently Java).
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CSC 245 - Data Structures, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 240 with a “C” or better.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MTH 161 or MTH 206 either with a “C” or better.
This course focuses on the development of advanced data structures that are commonly used in computer science including stacks, queues, trees, and graphs. Emphasis is placed on the efficiency of the various data structures and the applications for which they are used. Advanced language features including inheritance, polymorphism, templates, and exception handling are also studied.
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CSC 250 - Multimedia Programming, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 160 ; and CSC 210 or CSC 211 either with a “C” or better.
This course focuses on the creation and integration of computer media including still graphics, animation, video, and sound. A major part of the course will focus on programming techniques and languages for the interactive control of multimedia presentations.
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CSC 253 - Seminar in Computing for the Community I, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 210 or CSC 211 or CSC 212
This course and its companion course, Seminar in Computing for the Community II, offers students the opportunity to develop technical skills to fulfill a computing project that can aid a community organization in furthering their objectives. Students learn about the needs-technical and civic-of an organization, gain insight into the cultural context in which the organization operates, and develop a computing project that will then be deployed to the community organization.
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CSC 259 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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CSC 263 - Seminar, 1-3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Dependent upon topic.
Selected topics in computer science
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CSC 270 - Data Communication Concepts, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 160
This course provides an introduction to data communications. Topics include fundamental communications concepts (data and voice); communications hardware, protocols, and software; and network configurations, design, security, control, and management. Topic coverage includes study of LANs, WANs, OSI models, Internet, and intranets.
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CSC 275 - Info Systems Security, Privacy, & Ethics, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 160
This course explores the social issues, including historical and social context, professional responsibilities, risks and liabilities, and intellectual property of an information system organization. Topics include security policy development life cycle, policy development and implementation process, network security, privacy laws, authentication, and access and information flow controls.
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CSC 280 - Data Systems, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 210 or CSC 211 or CSC 212 any with a “C” or better.
The Data Systems course offers a broad view of data - its access, structure, storage, and representation. The course includes database systems as well as other sources of structured and unstructured data from tabular, spreadsheet-like files to unstructured data scrapes from various locations across the internet. The manipulation, cleaning, and representation of data to allow for the application of a variety of analytical tools and techniques is also discussed.
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CSC 285 - Network Diagnostics and Troubleshooting, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 210 & CSC 275
This course covers concepts and tools associated with diagnosing and troubleshooting computer networks. Topics include interpreting documentation, performing online and offline diagnostics, debugging code, interpreting diagnostic results, analyzing log files, and performing troubleshooting techniques. Course will focus on finding and localizing “problems” rather than correcting them.
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CSC 290 - Computer Networks, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 270 and either MTH 160 or MTH 161
Prerequisite/Corequisite: CSC 285
This course covers the design, installation and administration of computer networks at the operating system level from an applied perspective. The course includes a highly integrated hands-on component in which a fully functional single client and peer-to-peer client network is realized within a physical and virtualized platform.
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CSC 291 - Computer Science Research Methods, 2 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 245 and MTH 161 both with a “C” or better; or permission of the instructor.
Performing undergraduate research in computer science requires that students have foundational knowledge and skills related to research methodology. In this course, students will learn the basics of performing research including how to identify a research problem, performing background research, reading published research, and developing a research plan.
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CSC 295 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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CSC 297 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
Academic credit is offered for appropriate off-campus, computer-related experience.
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CSC 310 - Software Engineering I, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 235 and CSC 245 both with a “C” or better.
This is the first of a two-course sequence that presents how engineering principles are applied in the development of large, complex software systems. The focus is on issues of the analysis, design, development, and testing phases of the software development life cycle. Topics presented include software development methodologies, modeling, UML diagrams, and version control, and development for different platforms (PC, web, mobile).
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CSC 311 - Software Engineering II, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 310 with a “C” or better.
Building upon the topics presented in CSC 310 , this course will include topics such as configuration management, design patterns, software validation and verification, deployment, and software evolution.
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CSC 315 - Network Administration, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 290 and either CSC 280 or CSC 380
This course covers administering network operating systems. Topics include Windows system and UNIX (Linux) system administration, application (Database, Web) maintenance and interoperability between Windows and Linux systems. A highly integrated hands-on component is used where Windows and Linux systems are realized in a hybrid physical and virtualized environment.
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CSC 320 - Computer Architecture & Organization, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 245 with a “C” or better.
This course covers computing history, computer technology and terminology, basic logic design, computer architecture, CPU architecture, memory systems and assembly language.
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CSC 330 - Web & Mobile Programming, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 240 or CSC 245 either with a “C” or better; and CSC 280 or CSC 380 either with a “C” or better.
This course focuses on building mobile and web applications using a service oriented approach. Students will learn how to construct web services and utilize these services with mobile clients. Additionally, architecture patterns for mobile and web applications will be covered as well as crosscutting concerns such as security.
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CSC 335 - Software Validate, Verification and Security, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 310 with a “C” or better.
This course teaches the essential skills necessary to get an understanding of software verification and validation strategies to develop quality software. Students will be introduced to topics in test planning and management, testing tools, reviews, and methods of software testing. Case study examples will be used in this course to give the students an opportunity to use and take informed decisions on the choice of software testing tool /technique used to build quality software system.
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CSC 340 - Data Analysis & Visualization, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): MTH 105 or MTH 235 ; and either CSC 280 or CSC 380 . All with a “C” or better.
This course teaches the essential skills necessary to find new ways of understanding and communicating data. The course will introduce students to basic visualization design and implementation techniques using currently available software tools. Case study examples will be used throughout the course to give students an opportunity to practice the learned skills.
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CSC 359 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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CSC 360 - Information Systems Project Management, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Junior Status or above.
This course provides a methodical approach to project management in the context of an information system organization. The theory and practice of project management are studied and applied. Topics include system life cycle planning, organizational structures, team building, interview techniques, management functions, project management software, project evaluation and control, and technical writing.
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CSC 364 - Information Systems Analyst Junior Project, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 235 , BUS 108 , and either CSC 280 or CSC 380
This course and its companion course, Information Systems Analyst Senior Project, allow students to experience various roles related to the development and management of real world systems. Students in this course perform roles that utilize skills such as database management, requirements analysis and quality assurance. Senior students in the course will take on more senior roles such as senior analyst and project manager.
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CSC 380 - Database: Theory, Application, & Administration, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): CSC 245 with a “C” or better.
This course will introduce students to the design, implementation, and management of small and large databases. We will examine the mathematical and theoretical basis for different database models with an emphasis on relational databases, but an overview of other models, such as object-oriented databases will be included. The connection between the logical model of the database and the physical mapping of the data, including indexing, will be examined. Related topics covered will include current developments in new database models, data mining, security, and the ethical use of data collection. Practical exercises will include the analysis, design, implementation, and documentation of a data system including a database.
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