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  • ACFN 5003 - Accounting and Finance Analysis Seminar I

    3 Hours. Foundation course integrating and applying the basic principles of accounting and financial analysis. Topics include the financial reporting model, entity valuation theory, revenue and expense recognition, asset and liability measurement, equity reporting, executive compensation, and financial statement disclosure analysis.
  

  • ACFN 5103 - Accounting Theory Seminar

    3 Hours. A study of the theoretical foundations of financial reporting, including current accounting practices and theories. Topics include generally accepted accounting principles, authoritative pronouncements, measurement of assets and liabilities, efficient market issues, and global accounting practices.
  

  • ACFN 5133 - Computer Modeling in Accounting and Financial Analysis

    3 Hours. A study of advanced spreadsheet and database techniques for decision analysis in accounting and financial analysis. Topics include Visual Basic for Applications, XBRL, probabilistic simulation of accounting and financial analysis problems, and relational database structures.
  

  • ACFN 5143 - Quantitative Methods in Accounting and Financial Anaylsis

    3 Hours. A study of the foundational quantitative techniques applicable to accounting and financial analysis.  Topics include discounted cash flow applications, probability theory, probability distributions, sampling and estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, simple and multiple regression, time series analysis, and portfolio concepts.
  

  • ACFN 5163 - Controllership

    3 Hours. Controllership provides a study of management planning and control in functional and divisional organizations, responsibility accounting, and performance measurement. Topics include budgeting, transfer pricing, out-source decisions, activity based accounting systems, and vendor inventory monitoring systems.
  

  • ACFN 5173 - Advanced Cost Accounting and Decision Theory

    3 Hours. A study of specialized topics in product and service costing along with concepts and applications pertaining to the analysis of complex decisions.  Topics include advanced cost-volume-profit techniques, forecasting, linear programming, network analysis, decision tree analysis, simulation analysis, queuing theory, and Markov processes. Prerequisite: ACFN 5163
  

  • ACFN 5193 - Taxation and Business Strategy

    3 Hours. A study of business taxation, opportunities for tax planning and methods of minimizing taxation including the formation of taxable entities, operating and liquidation stages. Topics include entity selection, methods of capitalization, tax accounting methods, deferred compensation plans, taxation of corporations and shareholders, and tax research.
  

  • ACFN 5223 - Global Accounting and Financial Analysis

    3 Hours. A study of issues regarding financial reporting and analysis in the global economy. Topics include comparison of International Accounting Standards and U.S. generally accepted accounting principles international market risks and currency issues.
  

  • ACFN 5233 - Accounting and Financial Information Systems

    3 Hours. A study of the planning, design, and implementation of accounting and financial information systems.  Topics include: relational database structures; transaction and reporting cycles; internal controls, fraud prevention, and ethical issues; enterprise resource planning systems; and systems development.
  

  • ACFN 5243 - Auditing and Attestation

    3 Hours. A study of concepts and practices of auditing and attestation.  Topics include auditing and attestation standards, professional ethics, substantive testing, control testing, analytical procedures, computerized methods for extracting and analyzing audit data, and audit reporting. Prerequisite: ACFN 5233
  

  • ACFN 5263 - Financial Statement Analysis

    3 Hours. The course investigates the information content of financial statements included in corporate reports and announcements. Topics include methods of measuring income, assets, liabilities, liquidity, solvency, return on assets and equity interest, and forecasting financial statement balances and cash flows.
  

  • ACFN 5293 - Investment Analysis and Portfolio Theory

    3 Hours. A study of the development and implementation of sound investment strategies. Emphasis is placed on security analysis techniques, evaluation of various types of securities and their associated risks, and the operation of securities markets. Special attention is paid to portfolio construction and management.
  

  • ACFN 5303 - Derivative Securities: Analysis and Accounting

    3 Hours. An advanced study of the characteristics of and accounting for derivative securities including call options, put options, future and forward contracts, and swaps. Additional topics include risk analysis, hedging, arbitrage, and financial engineering to achieve financial objectives.
  

  • ACFN 5313 - Fixed Income Analysis

    3 Hours. A study of concepts and applications pertaining to the valuation of simple and complex fixed income investments.  Topics include: features and risks associated with fixed income investments; yield measures, spots rates, and forward rates; duration and convexity; valuing bonds with embedded options; valuing mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, valuing interest rate derivative instruments; and general principles of credit analysis.
  

  • ACFN 5333 - Finance Seminar

    3 Hours. A seminar emphasizing the practical application of advanced financial concepts under conditions of uncertainty such as measuring risk and return, capital budgeting, cost of capital, capital structure, dividend policy, derivative securities, financial planning, corporate restructuring, and financial management by multinational corporations.
  

  • ACFN 5363 - Accounting and Financial Analysis Seminar II

    3 Hours. The integration of concepts in accounting and financial analysis. Topics include corporate planning, working capital management, capital markets, tax implications of business decisions, information systems and internal controls, investment strategies, ethics, risk valuation, present value analysis, dividend policy, and completion of a capstone experience.
  

  • ACFN 5610 - Special Topics in Accounting and Financial Analysis

    1-3 Hours. This course involves the study of an accounting and financial analysis topic of current or special interest.  The purpose of this course is to take advantage of  a one-time class opportunity such as a visiting professor or as a platform for development of new courses and electives (may be repeated for 1-3 hours).
  

  • ACFN 5610 - Special Topics in Accounting and Financial Analysis 1-3 hours

    1-3 Hours. This course involves the study of an accounting and financial analysis topic of current or special interest.  The purpose of this course is to take advantage of  a one-time class opportunity such as a visiting professor or as a platform for development of new courses and electives (may be repeated for 1-3 hours).
  

  • ACFN 5711 - MAFA Capstone Experience

    1 Hours. Pass/Fail course required each semester for MAFA students who have not completed the capstone experience by the end of regular program coursework. The student will be required to show satisfactory progress toward completion of the capstone experience. This course does not qualify to be counted as part of the minimum thirty hour requirement for the MAFA degree or as part of the fifteen hours that must be taken after admission to candidacy.
  

  • AMST 5833 - America in Perspective

    3 Hours. An in-depth study of specific period, geographical region, or theme from the American past drawing on the literature and methodology of a wide range of disciplines in the Social Sciences and Humanities. Note: May be repeated to a maximum of nine hours credit.
  

  • AMST 5923 - Seminar in American Studies

    3 Hours. An in-depth study of a single topic or selection of topics related to the American Experience. This course is designed to familiarize students with the literature of the subject studied, develop critical thinking and research skills, and improve oral and written presentations.
  

  • AMST 5952 - Professional Experience

    2 Hours. Designed to provide individualized instruction and guidance in refining a seminar or term paper prepared in another class for submission for publication or presentation at a scholarly meeting. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and HIST 5433.
  

  • AMST 5986 - Thesis

    6 Hours. The student will pursue a research topic and write a thesis under supervision of an American Studies graduate faculty member. Required for American Studies graduate students who choose not to do the public internship in American Studies. Note: Cannot be taken by students who have completed or are enrolled in AMST 5993 Public Internship in American Studies. Prerequisite: 21 hours completed in the American Studies program, including AMST 5923.
  

  • AMST 5993 - Public Internship in American Studies

    3 Hours. Practical experience in an approved public or private historical museum or site, or other institution (including educational institutions) which is designed to serve the public and which promotes the study of American society and culture. Note: Required for American Studies graduate students who choose not to write a thesis. At least 160 hours of work at the internship site are required. Cannot be taken by students who have completed or have enrolled in AMST 5896 Thesis. Prerequisite: 21 hours completed in the American Studies program.
  

  • ANTH 4000 - Workshop#

    1-3 Hours. An opportunity to study in-depth one or two selected social issues of current significance, either in seminar or field trip situations. Note: May be repeated with different topics to a maximum of 3 hours credit. Anth. 4001 graded by Pass/Fail.
  

  • ANTH 4153 - Archeology of North American (3143)#

    3 Hours. The archeology of native North American with emphasis on major phases of prehistory, from passage across the Bering Strait to early protohistoric horizons. Emphasis on material culture and life ways through ethnographic analogy. The course begins with the history of American archeology. Topics include: introduction to archeology; history of North American archeology; Paleo-Indians; the Archaic period; the South west; and Woodland traditions. Note: Credit may not be earned in both ANTH 4153 and SOC 4153.
  

  • ART 4023 - Publication Design

    3 Hours. Advanced production of multi-page documents, such as books and periodicals. Problems dealing with page flow and information layout, and advanced study of page layout software. Prerequisite: ART 1233, 2013, 2213, 3333.
  

  • ART 4073 - Multimedia Design

    3 Hours. Introduction to designing interactive and time-based media for delivery on internet, television and other media. Analysis and production of designs for multiple media delivery systems. Study and development of navigation systems, information flow and interactivity. Prerequisite: ART 1233, 2013, 2213, 3333.
  

  • ART 4093 - Portfolio

    3 Hours. A working internship with actual clients, projects and deadlines. Designed to provide the graphic design major an opportunity to work side by side with design professionals. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
  

  • ART 4323 - Individual Studio: 2D Design

    3 Hours. Advanced study in the student’s choice of pictorial media after completing a basic course in that specific area. Prerequisite: one course in the area and instructor’s permission.
  

  • ART 5113 - Studies in Art Education

    3 Hours. Foundations of art education, art education theories, and relationships between theoretical aspects of art education. Emphasis on current issues and trends. Prerequisite: ART 3543 and 4233.
  

  • ART 5213 - Ceramics

    3 Hours. Supervised study in advances problems in form development. Special emphasis on kiln operation and glaze chemistry. Prerequisite: ART 3423.
  

  • ART 5313 - Advanced Painting

    3 Hours. Supervised advanced study in pictorial styles, iconological problems and special techniques in oil or acrylic. Prerequisite: ART 3323 or 4123.
  

  • BIOL 5103 - Developmental Biology

    3 Hours. The study of morphological and molecular transitions associated with the development of living systems at the sub-cellular, cellular, and organismal levels. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4103 and BIOL 5103 Prerequisite: BIOL 3114, 3124, or CHEM 4214
  

  • BIOL 5112 - Modern Biological Concepts

    2 Hours. A critical reappraisal of selected topics in the biological sciences made through a series of assigned reading, seminars, lectures, and student-led discussions. Topics for discussion include development, behavior, ecology, molecular genetics, and cellular physiology. Prerequisite: 18 hours of science.
  

  • BIOL 5114 - Systematic Botany

    4 Hours. Study of the relationships of plants and classification. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4114 and BIOL 5114. Prerequisite: BIOL 3003.
  

  • BIOL 5133 - General Virology

    3 Hours. Basic principles relevant to bacteriophages, plant and insect viruses; biochemistry of viral infection in hosts; and ecology of viruses.  In vitro and in vivo demonstrations of basic phenomena associated with replication and biological properties of viruses. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4133 and BIOL 5133. Prerequisite: BIOL 2224; BIOL 3114 recommended.
  

  • BIOL 5164 - Medical Microbiology

    4 Hours. Discussion of general microbial aspects of infectious diseases including special bacteriology, rickettsiology, virology, medical mycology, protozoology, and helminthology.  Principles of immunology and epidemiology are reviewed in laboratory procedures and lectures. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4164 and BIOL 5164 Prerequisite: BIOL 2224 and Junior standing.
  

  • BIOL 5200 - Advanced Topics in Biology

    1-3 Hours. In-depth examination of an area of Biological Sciences, including reading of the current literature.  Specific content and format will be determined by the specific course offered and the needs and interests of the participants.  May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours as long as no topic is repeated. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
  

  • BIOL 5213 - Ethnobotany

    3 Hours. A study of plants with emphasis on human uses.  Plants important to Native Americans and other cultures will be covered.  The dependence upon plants as sources of medicine, spices, essential oils, and fiber crops will be included. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4213 and BIOL 5213. Prerequisite: BIOL 3003.
  

  • BIOL 5214 - Animal Parasitology

    4 Hours. Structure, life history, phylogenetic interrelationships, identification, physiology, and ecology of animal parasites. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4214 and BIOL 5214. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123
  

  • BIOL 5234 - Mammalogy

    4 Hours. An introduction to the study of mammals.  Taxonomy, ecology, behavior, hibernation and life histories of mammals of North America with emphasis on Oklahoma species. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4234 and BIOL 5234. Prerequisite: BIOL 2154.
  

  • BIOL 5253 - Inquiry into Environmental Biology

    3 Hours. For middle school science teachers, this course will investigate environmental concerns through guided and open-ended inquiries. Investigations may involve water quality, meteorology, habitat, climate, the atmosphere, soil conservation, and pollution and will focus on data collection and analysis.
  

  • BIOL 5264 - Ornithology

    4 Hours. An introduction to the study of birds.  Taxonomy, ecology, behavior, migration, and life histories of birds found in the New World north of Mexico with emphasis on Oklahoma species. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4264 and BIOL 5264. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 and Junior standing.
  

  • BIOL 5324 - Principles of Fisheries & Wildlife Management

    4 Hours. Introduction to professions of fisheries and wildlife management and an examination of the processes which must be identified, described, measured, analyzed, and predicted in order to manage successfully fish or wildlife populations. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4324 and BIOL 5324. Prerequisite: BIOL 3524.
  

  • BIOL 5354 - Immunology

    4 Hours. The immune mechanism of the animal body involved with resistance to infection, production of allergic conditions, and the use of serological methods in other scientific fields.  Lab exercises giving experiences in the basic antigen-antibody reactions. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4354 and BIOL 5354. Prerequisite: BIOL 2224 and Junior standing.
  

  • BIOL 5500 - Selected Topics in Biology

    1-3 Hours. Subject areas to be covered may range over any of the various areas of Biology.  Specific content and format will be determined by the specific course offered and the needs and interests of the participants. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4500 and BIOL 5500.
  

  • BIOL 5502 - Selected Topics in Molecular Biology

    2 Hours. Advanced coverage of a topic in Molecular Biology.  Content and format will be determined by the specific course and the needs and interests of the participants.  May be repeated with permission of the instructor. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4502 and BIOL 5502. Prerequisite: BIOL 3114 and BIOL 3124.
  

  • BIOL 5514 - Histology

    4 Hours. Origin, development, structure, and microscopic observation of the various cell types and tissues of organs and organ systems of the body. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4514 and BIOL 5514. Prerequisite: BIOL 2154.
  

  • BIOL 5522 - Ecological Methods

    2 Hours. Introduction to field and laboratory experimentation on factors that influence distribution and abundance of animals.  Development and execution of group and individual projects.  Lecture, lab, and field. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4522 and BIOL 5522. Prerequisite: BIOL 3524, or concurrent enrollment or permission of instructor. A previous course in statistics is recommended.
  

  • BIOL 5543 - Molecular Biology

    3 Hours. Advanced coverage of molecular cell biology and molecular genetics.  Lectures describe the molecular and cellular mechanisms used to control differentiation and tissue maintenance.  Topics may include:  gene regulation, chromosome structure, genome organization, signal transduction, cell cycle regulation, and cell adhesion. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4543 and BIOL 5543. Prerequisite: BIOL 3114, 3214.
  

  • BIOL 5554 - Limnology

    4 Hours. Origin, evolution, and physical and chemical characteristics of lakes and streams.  Structure and function of plant and animal communities and aquatic ecosystems:  Limiting factors, nutrient cycles, and trophic dynamics.  Water quality aspects of fish culture.  Lectures, lab, and field. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4554 and BIOL 5554. Prerequisite: CHEM 1123, CHEM 1131, and BIOL 3524.
  

  • BIOL 5562 - Limnological Methods

    2 Hours. Theory and techniques for measuring physical, chemical, and biological parameters in fresh waters.  Fundamentals of quantifying trophic-dynamics and estimating biomass production.  Analysis and interpretation of data.  Lectures, lab, and field. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4562 and BIOL 5562. Prerequisite: BIOL 4554 previously or concurrently.
  

  • CHEM 5113 - Advanced Organic Chemistry

    3 Hours. A high level examination of the many aspects of organic chemistry including an in-depth investigation of reaction mechanisms and an overview of synthetic strategies.  Recent developments in the field of organic chemistry will be emphasized. Note: No student may earn credit in both CHEM 4113 and CHEM 5113. Prerequisite: CHEM 3223, 3232.
  

  • CHEM 5123 - Spectroscopic Methods in Chemistry

    3 Hours. A survey of modern spectroscopic and physical methods in chemistry.  For each method, a brief introduction to underlying theoretical principles will be given and examples of applications from the literature will be discussed in detail.
  

  • CHEM 5213 - Biochemistry

    3 Hours. A course covering the fundamental principles of protein structure and function, enzymology, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, biochemical energetics, membranes, nucleic acid and protein metabolism, information transfer and the genetic code and the interdependence of biochemical pathways.
  

  • CHEM 5223 - Polymer Chemistry

    3 Hours. An introduction to polymer chemistry with emphasis on polymer structure and properties, nomenclature, theory and practice of polymerization techniques.  Selected processing and characterization techniques are introduced. Note: No student may earn credit in both CHEM 4223 and CHEM 5223. Prerequisite: CHEM 3123
  

  • CHEM 5233 - Bioinorganic Chemistry

    3 Hours. An introduction to the principles of bioinorganic chemistry and a survey of current research in this field.  Topics will include a survey of metals in biological systems, metalloenzymes, metal ion transport, and metals in medicine. Note: No student may earn credit in both CHEM 4233 and CHEM 5233. Prerequisite: CHEM 3123. Recommended: CHEM 3413, 4214.
  

  • CHEM 5243 - Materials Science

    3 Hours. An introduction to relationships between the structure of metals, ceramics, glasses, and polymers and their thermal, optical, magnetic, and electrical properties of the materials. Note: No student may earn credit for both CHEM 4243 and CHEM 5243. Prerequisite: CHEM 3123.
  

  • CHEM 5253 - Separations

    3 Hours. An in-depth study of chemical separation methods from the fundamental theory to the real-world application.  Some of the specific methods included are GC, HPLC, MS, capillary electrophoresis, and GPC.
  

  • CHEM 5360 - Advanced Topics in Graduate Chemistry

    1-6 Hours. Subject matter varies among important topics of current significance: reactivity, applications of theoretical and experimental physical chemistry, organic chemistry, methods of chemical analysis, and chemical aspects of environmental systems.
  

  • CHEM 5360 - Special Topics in Chemistry

    1-3 Hours. Subject matter varies among topics of current significance:  bonding, reactivity, applications of theoretical and experimental physical chemistry, organic chemistry, methods of chemical analysis, and chemical aspects of environmental systems.
  

  • CHEM 5513 - Medicinal Chemistry

    3 Hours. A course designed to present the physicochemical and bio-pharmaceutical properties of drugs based on their molecular structure, the elements of drug discovery and drug design, the molecular mode of action of drugs and the chemical principles of drug absorption, distribution and metabolism as well as the interaction of drugs with receptors and the chemical basis of drug interactions. Note: No student may earn credit in both CHEM 4513 and CHEM 5513. Prerequisite: CHEM 3123.
  

  • CHEM 5523 - Physical Chemistry

    3 Hours. Fundamentals of quantum mechanics, including classical mechanics, wave representation of matter, and the Schrödinger equation.  Applications are made to atoms and molecules.
  

  • CHEM 5663 - Chemistry Teaching Labs: Design, Implementation and Maintenance

    3 Hours. A course designed to provide practical skills in designing, implementing and maintaining chemistry teaching laboratories at the high-school and college level.  Emphasis is placed on developing experiments, instruction using guided-inquiry techniques, maintaining safety equipment and proper chemical storage. Note: No student may earn credit in both CHEM 4663 and CHEM 5663. Prerequisite: CHEM 3123.
  

  • CHEM 5713 - Electrochemistry

    3 Hours. A survey of electrochemical methods, including the fundamental theory and application of electrochemical techniques. Note: No student may earn credit in both CHEM 4713 and CHEM 5713. Prerequisite: CHEM 3123.
  

  • COMM 5000 - Independent Study

    1-3 Hours. Designed to permit student to conduct in- depth research and investigation into a field of interest or necessity.  Note: Specific areas will be determined by the instructor and student in consultation. Students cannot apply more than a total of three (3) hours of independent study (in mass communication or communication studies) to a graduate degree.
  

  • COMM 5063 - Applied Theories of Group Dynamics

    3 Hours. Investigates the capacity and potential of the group in terms of problem solving, fact-finding, and the inherent capabilities of the group versus the individual.
  

  • COMM 5093 - Perspectives in Interpersonal Communication

    3 Hours. Devoted to an analysis of specific problems and problem areas affecting interpersonal communicative settings; the interview, small group, and dyads. Focus on problem awareness and correctives.
  

  • COMM 5103 - Research Methods

    3 Hours. The course provides working knowledge in the methods commonly used in communication studies and the assumptions, practices, and limitations of these methods. Note: The course will also provide an overview of the communication discipline relevant to the beginning graduate student.
  

  • COMM 5133 - Strategies for Teaching Communication

    3 Hours. Familiarizes student with various pedagogical methods used to teach communication.  Note: This course cannot be taken for credit by students who have concurrent or prior credit for the Strategies of Teaching Communication course in the departments of mass communication or communication studies at the 4000 or 5000 level.
  

  • COMM 5173 - Rhetorical Criticism

    3 Hours. Designed to teach student to describe, interpret, and evaluate rhetorical discourse both written and oral. Students are expected to apply both traditional and contemporary critical approaches to rhetorical discourse in an effort to explain how the beliefs and actions of others are influenced.
  

  • COMM 5203 - Rhetorical Theory

    3 Hours. This class examines persuasion from a humanistic/philosophical perspective.  Though the class begins by examining some classical rhetorical theory, it focuses primarily on contemporary rhetoric.  A typical list of theorists examined include: Plato, Aristotle, Kenneth Burke, Richard Weaver, Walter Fisher, Earnest Bormann, Lloyd Bitzer, and I.A. Richards.

     

  

  • COMM 5253 - Theories of Communication

    3 Hours. Examination of communication theory and its place in the behavioral sciences. Both historical and current research are used to explore factors affecting comprehension and retention of speech, linguistic habit formation, speaker and listener set, and attitude and perception.
  

  • COMM 5303 - Qualitative Research Methods #

    3 Hours. An introduction to the characteristics and various approaches to designing and conducting qualitative research projects in communication studies.  Students will gain hands-on experience in qualitative methods and analysis techniques.

     

  

  • COMM 5363 - Non-profit Organizational Communication

    3 Hours. This course takes a look at communication within non-profit organizations.  Many facets are examined, including marketing, supervision of volunteers and paid personnel, and leadership.  The curriculum will examine both mediated communication as well as face-to-face communication.  Note: Cannot receive credit in both COMM 5363 and MC 5363
  

  • COMM 5523 - Rhetoric of U.S. Women’s Movements

    3 Hours. A critical look at feminist rhetorical artifacts dating back to pre-Suffrage up to modern day.  The relationships between rhetoric, message, and audience will be explored.
  

  • COMM 5543 - Perspectives in Intercultural Communication

    3 Hours. The study of particular topics and issues in intercultural relationships. Possible subject areas include interracial communications, religious and cultural conflict, treatment of women and children, influences of Western media.
  

  • COMM 5573 - Reality Television

    3 Hours. A media studies course that takes a critical approach to the popular culture genre of reality television.  Analysis of reality television begins with Candid Camera and continues to present day.  Topics in the course include a critical look at the portrayal of gender, race, sexuality, and class on reality television. Note: Cannot receive credit in both COMM 5573 and MC 5573.
  

  • COMM 5593 - Theories of Human Influence

    3 Hours. The study of attitude and/or behavior change and the application of tools designed to facilitate that change.  The course will investigate both established and newer theories that describe the cognitive processes tied to human influence.  A variety of communicative contexts will be considered during the semester.
  

  • COMM 5623 - Topics in Communication

    3 Hours. This course explores a range of topics regarding the nature of human interaction. Topics might include influence, negotiation, dissemination of information, and campaigning as these phenomena occur within the realm of various communication contexts.
  

  • COMM 5713 - Communication Ethics

    3 Hours. The primary goal of this course is to stimulate a dialogue about the ethics and values inherent to human communication while sampling broadly from the array of ethical frameworks.  This course will review a number of approaches to communication ethics.  In addition, because ethics are central to a number of contexts of human communication, the course will examine the interpersonal, small groups, organizational, public and mass communication contexts. Note: Cannot receive credit in both COMM 5713 and MC 5713.
  

  • COMM 5990 - Thesis

    1-6 Hours. Credit received for completing thesis project. Prerequisite: Twenty-seven (27) hours of graduate coursework completed and permission of the MAC graduate coordinator.
  

  • CR J 5023 - Comparative Criminal Justice

    3 Hours. An examination of the criminal justice systems of selected countries with comparisons, where applicable, with that of justice research and policies of these countries as well as their systems structure.
  

  • CR J 5033 - Crime Theory

    3 Hours. An overview of the development of crime theory from the Classical School to the present. Emphasis is on the social context in which various theories and perspectives emerged.
  

  • CR J 5043 - Seminar in Qualitative Research and Writing

    3 Hours. An intensive research and writing course focusing on preparing graduate research papers and article reviews. Students will learn to apply the proper format and methods of citation required for professional publications. Prerequisite: Course will also provide experience in writing organized and thorough responses to graduate-level comprehensive type questions.
  

  • CR J 5053 - Criminal Justice Research Methods

    3 Hours. Principles of scientific research; the application of rudimentary statistical principles, sampling, measuring, and interpretation. The course will examine the ways those methods can be utilized in the construction of research instruments, rating scales, and criminal justice planning.
  

  • CR J 5063 - The Criminal Justice System

    3 Hours. A critical analysis of the present day structure, function, and history of the criminal justice system. The course examines the interactions between criminal justice and other governmental institutions in the political system.
  

  • CR J 5073 - Constitutional Criminal Law

    3 Hours. An in-depth study of the constitutional basis for criminal law in the United States. The course will examine the relationship of the judicial process and constitutional law to criminal justice practice and administration.
  

  • CR J 5083 - Computer Forensics, Research, and Cyber Crime

    3 Hours. An overview of cyberspace, cyberspace crimes and criminal behavior. Particular emphasis will be placed on clarification of terms, research techniques, hacking, prosecution, classification of crimes, Fourth Amendment issues, privacy issues, electronic surveillance, toolkits, preservation of evidence, unlocking files and data analysis.
  

  • CR J 5133 - Directed Readings in Criminal Justice

    3 Hours. This course provides in-depth individual research on a contemporary issue in criminal justice. It is primarily used to correct for scheduling deficiencies that are beyond the student’s control. The directed readings project proposal must be submitted in writing by the student and approved by the graduate faculty. Note: May not be repeated for additional credit.
  

  • CR J 5143 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice

    3 Hours. This course provides a forum for the study of issues in the field of criminal justice that are not given continuous consideration in the graduate program. Note: A student may re-enroll for a maximum of nine hours credit with different topics. 3-9 hours credit.
  

  • CR J 5163 - Forensic Science

    3 Hours. The scope and methods of forensic science. The course will cover the use of probability theory in forensic science identification and examine the individualization of trace evidence by chemical and physical properties and comparative microscopy. Will also examine the functions and operations of crime laboratories and the preparation and presentation of scientific evidence in court.
  

  • CR J 5173 - Seminar in Criminal Evidence

    3 Hours. Practical and legal problems in obtaining, preserving, and presenting evidence. The course will cover such topics as search and seizure, the exclusionary rule, the best evidence rule, chain of possession, discover, expert and opinion testimony, and evidence of mental condition.
  

  • CR J 5183 - Seminar in Investigative Problems

    3 Hours. Sensitive investigative problems such as sex crimes, child abuse, crimes against the elderly, drugs, family disputes, white collar crimes, etc.
  

  • CR J 5193 - Crime Prevention and Control

    3 Hours. An examination of the principles involved in preventing crime and maintaining positive social control.
  

  • CR J 5213 - Issues in Homeland Security

    3 Hours. This course is intended to provide a broad and deep understanding of homeland security issues and the defense of this nation from foreign or domestic terror attacks. This course will study the policy, strategy, legal and organizational issues and challenges associated with the defense of the U.S. homeland, the efforts underway to meet those challenges and the range of means and methods that are, or could be, brought to bear on this subject.
  

  • CR J 5253 - Crime Policy

    3 Hours. A systemic overview of forecasting, policy development, operational and strategic planning, and program evaluation in criminal justice organizations.
  

  • CR J 5263 - Criminal Justice Personnel Management

    3 Hours. An examination of the problems of personnel management within the criminal justice system. Problems of management administration, and organization are examined from the stand point of the executive of the agency.
  

  • CR J 5283 - Legal Aspects of Criminal Justice Management

    3 Hours. Examination of the major legal issues of criminal justice management; the role of the law and judicial decisions in police courts, and correctional administration; the role of the law in policy formulation in criminal justice.
 

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