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CMN 433: Communication and Culture Studies theories and methods for identifying culture and identities in everyday talk. Addresses cultural variability in ways of speaking that depend on and produce context; negotiating interactions; and displaying, evaluating, and inferring identities (e.g., gender, ethnic, national, class, generational, peer group, regional, political). Same as ANTH 433. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours.
CMN 435: Building Interpersonal Skills Students will reflect on and improve communication skills when communicating one-on-one, using research-based processes. Grounded in theory, students will create a self-assessment portfolio that includes practicing and reflecting on their ability to: actively listen when disagreeing, eliminate distractions/make someone feel important, improve relationships, handle disagreements, and improve a skill of their choice. Students will learn to reflect on, critique, and improve their interpersonal skills, while helping classmates do the same. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CMN 230 or consent of instructor.
CMN 464: Health Communication Campaigns Focuses on the theoretical principles behind designing, implementing, and evaluating a health communication campaign. Students will be exposed to campaigns pertaining to alcohol abuse, illicit drug use, organ donation, safe sex, tobacco use, among others. The first part of the course reviews theories used in health communication campaigns, derived from the disciplines of communication, social psychology, and public health. The second part of the course focuses on designing campaigns and creating messages as well as evaluating the effects of those campaigns and messages. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours.
CMN 465: Social Marketing Social marketing offers a revolutionary approach to solving a wide range of societal problems. Social marketing applies traditional marketing principles and techniques to the challenges and rewards of influencing positive public behavior. This course is designed to give students a thorough orientation to key marketing concepts and their application to a range of communication issues with an emphasis on promoting community engagement, environmental conservation, financial literacy, health promotion, and injury prevention. Throughout the semester, attention is given to several behavior change models employed to guide current social marketing campaigns as well as a focus on the ten steps for developing, implementing, and evaluating a campaign. Students will acquire practical skills in designing a campaign as well as an appreciation for the role of behavior change models in social marketing. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours.
CMN 491: Honors Individual Study Individual investigation of special problems. 2 undergraduate hours. No graduate credit. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 undergraduate hours. Prerequisite: Twelve hours of communication; a grade-point average of 3.50; and consent of head of department.
CMN 493: Honors Senior Thesis Individual study leading to a thesis for honors in the Department of Communication. 2 undergraduate hours. No graduate credit. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 undergraduate hours. Prerequisite: Senior standing; a grade-point average of 3.50; and consent of head of department.
CMN 496: Adv Topics in Communication Advanced topics in communication not treated in regularly scheduled courses; see Class Schedule for current topics. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. May be repeated as topics vary.
CMN 501: Intro to Health Communication Introduction to theory and research on communication in health and illness contexts, focusing on how messages from interpersonal, organizational, cultural and media sources affect health beliefs and behaviors. Some topics to be explored include: the theoretical foundations underlying differences in the ways individuals communicate about health, health campaign strategies and organizational influences on health and strategies for generating successful or beneficial health-related communication (as well as recognize problematic communicative trends).
CMN 507: Hlth Comm Orgs Profs & Policy Study of the organizational features of the U.S. health care systems, generating a comprehensive image of the context in which communication between patients and providers, health care consumers and organizations, and public health care messages are sent, received, exchanged, interpreted, and circulated. Offered Fall terms only. Prerequisite: Only for students enrolled in the MS in Health Communications degree program.
CMN 529: Seminar Communication Theory Special topics in communication theory and research. May be repeated to a maximum of 16 hours. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
CMN 538: Seminar Rhetorical Theory Study of special topics in the history of rhetorical theory. May be repeated to a maximum of 16 hours.
CMN 574: Communication Research Methods Introduction to content analysis, survey, and experimental research designs and quantitative and qualitative analysis in communication research.
CMN 575: Capstone Individual Study Provides capstone experience for students in the MS in Health Communication degree program.
CMN 595: Special Problems Individual investigation of special projects not included in theses. May be repeated in separate terms. Open to master's candidates for a maximum of 4 graduate hours and to doctoral candidates for a maximum of 12 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Consent from head of department.
CMN 599: Thesis Research Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated.
CPSC 102: Foundational Skills in Crop Sciences Introduces students to opportunities and topics to prepare for success in crop sciences: basic quantitative and writing skills; research opportunities in the department; basic research skills including ethics and safety. Prerequisite: Restricted to Crop Sciences majors, Computer Sciences + Crop Sciences majors, and ACES Undeclared majors only; restricted to first time freshmen and first time transfer students.
CPSC 112: Introduction to Crop Sciences Introductory course covering the principles and practices of crop production and sustainable agroecosystem management. Topics include plant growth and development, environmental factors influencing plant productivity, soil management, fertility, and nutrient cycling, pest control principles, and sustainability challenges facing modern crop production. Concepts are discussed in lecture and reinforced in hands-on laboratory sections. Additional fees may apply. See Class Schedule.
CPSC 131: Agriculture in Mythology Compare and contrast the role agriculture and plant sciences played in the development of ancient cultures. Study agricultural references in ancient global mythology. Develop an appreciation of how agricultural diversity of various ancient cultures influenced mythology in the cultures in different regions.
CPSC 180: Medicinal Plants and Herbology The use of cultivated and wild plants in medicines and health products according to Eastern and Western medical traditions. Consideration of herbal medicine use from ancient times to the present, important medicinal chemicals produced by plants, and the evaluation of plant chemical products as potential human medicines.
CPSC 199: Special Topics Experimental course on a special topic in crop sciences. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. May be repeated if topics vary.
CPSC 352: Plant Genetics The principles of heredity in relation to plant improvement. Same as NRES 352. Prerequisite: IB 103 or IB 104.
CPSC 370: Applied Entomology Lectures and laboratory cover the biology of insects and the recognition and management of insect pests of agricultural and urban ecosystems. Covers insect structure and physiology, classification, identification, life histories, behavior, and pest management.
CPSC 393: Crop Sciences Internship Supervised experience in a field directly pertaining to a subject matter in crop sciences. Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated in separate terms. Independent Study courses are limited to 12 hours total applying to a degree in ACES. For registration in this course, students should contact the Department Undergraduate Program Coordinator. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above at the time the internship is arranged, and consent of instructor.
CPSC 395: Undergrad Research or Thesis Independent research, special problems, thesis, development and/or design work under the supervision of an appropriate member of the faculty. May be repeated. Independent Study courses are limited to 12 hours total applying to a degree in ACES. Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above at the time the activity is arranged and consent of instructor.
CPSC 396: Undergrad Honors Res or Thesis Individual research, special problems, thesis, development and/or design work under the direction of the Honors advisor. May be repeated. Independent Study courses are limited to 12 hours total applying to a degree in ACES. Prerequisite: Junior standing, admission to the ACES Honors Program, and consent of instructor.
CPSC 407: Diseases of Field Crops Studies the symptoms of major field crop diseases, life histories of causal organisms, and methods of control. Lecture and laboratory. Additional fees may apply. See Class Schedule. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CPSC 212.
CPSC 412: Principles of Crop Production Fundamentals in crop development and management, soil structure, management, and fertility, and how crops and soils interact are examined. Students learn how to diagnose real-world problems in fields and field crops grown in the Midwestern US, and to develop practical solutions to such problems. Prepares students to be competitive in careers within commercial crop agriculture. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CPSC 112 and NRES 201, or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
CPSC 414: Forage Crops & Pasture Ecology Forages, their plant characteristics, ecology, and production; grasslands of farm and range as related to animal production and soil conservation. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: An introductory class in biology.
CPSC 415: Bioenergy Crops Provides an overview and understanding of biomass feedstock production systems for sustainable biofuels production. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CPSC 112 or consent of instructor.
CPSC 416: Native Plants, Pollinators, & Food Ecosystems Introduction to herbaceous native and non-native plants cultivated for landscape applications - conservation, uses, benefits for pollinators, significance for local biodiversity, and contribution to food production. Learn to: identify plants, establish and maintain plantings, and to enhance the interaction between beneficial insects and food crops. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Credit is not given for CPSC 416 if credit for NRES 415 or HORT 344 has been earned. Prerequisite: HORT 100, IB 103, or basic Plant Biology course.
CPSC 419: Midwest Agricultural Practices Introduces agronomic production practices in the Midwest and economics of the crop production value chain. Specifically designed for beginning graduate students in crop genetic improvement from non-agricultural backgrounds. 1 undergraduate hour. 1 graduate hour.
CPSC 426: Weed Mgt in Agronomic Crops Principles of weed ecology and biology, and their application to weed management. Herbicides and their use in corn, soybeans and other agronomic crops. Specialized topics include weed management in reduced tillage, herbicide tolerant crops and management of problem weeds. Additional fees may apply. See Class Schedule. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CPSC 212 or consent of instructor.
CPSC 428: Weed Science Practicum Intensive course on field diagnostic skills in weed science. Topics include weed and weed seed identification, sprayer calibration, herbicide application, herbicide injury symptomatology, and field diagnostics. Students who complete the course will be encouraged to enter the North Central Weed Science Society weeds contest, which occurs during the summer. Additional fees may apply. See Class Schedule. 2 undergraduate hours. 2 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CPSC 212 or CPSC 426 or consent of instructor.
CPSC 437: Principles of Agroecology Examines the dynamics and function of agricultural ecosystems and reviews fundamental concepts of ecology. Agricultural systems will be compared on the basis of energy flow, nutrient cycling, diversity, stability and required inputs. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: IB 100 or IB 103 or equivalent.
CPSC 440: Applied Statistical Methods I Statistical methods involving relationships between populations and samples; collection, organization, and analysis of data; and techniques in testing hypotheses with an introduction to regression, correlation, and analysis of variance limited to the completely randomized design and the randomized complete-block design. Same as ANSC 440, FSHN 440, NRES 440, and NUTR 440. 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: MATH 112 or equivalent.
CPSC 444: Introduction to Spatial Analytics New technologies in biological sciences make it possible to collect information in time and space and analyze it to open new insights with broad impact in academia and industry. The goal in this course is to provide students with a broad understanding of how to collect and integrate spatial datasets and to develop analytical skills for use in research and decision making. 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CPSC 440 or equivalent, and some familiarity with R.
CPSC 452: Advanced Plant Genetics Survey of selected contemporary topics in plant genetics and genomics. Topics include the nature of genes and genomes, crop domestication, selection, allelic diversity in populations, and genetics mapping. Serves as an introduction to functional genomics, population genetics, transmission genetics, quantitative genetics, and bioinformatics. Same as IB 478. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: CPSC 352 or IB 204, or consent of instructor.
CPSC 480: Cannabis Classification and Management Designed to provide students with an understanding of the cannabis classification system and proper management practices for target compounds and products. Understanding cannabis biology and taxonomic classification is critical for proper management practices for the production of essential oils, psychoactive compounds, fiber, and seed oil and protein, and applications of those products. Discrepancies between scientific and vernacular names of cannabis and the inconsistency of vernacular names mislead producers and consumers. This course will discuss the taxonomy and vernacular nomenclature of cannabis and cannabis biology will be discussed based on individual subspecies. The subspecies classification will be necessary for proper management practices and harvesting of target compounds and products. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Students are expected to have basic knowledge of plant biology or consent of instructor.
CPSC 485: Cannabis Phytochemistry: Analysis, Applications and Beyond Explores Cannabis as a multipurpose plant with unique and complex chemical traits driving diverse value networks of supplements, cosmetics, food, and medicinal products. The biosynthesis, variation, and functions of major structural classes of phytochemicals in Cannabis will be examined, along with methods of extraction and analysis of chemical constituents applicable to fundamental plant research, industrial-scale production, quality and safety testing, and regulatory compliance in the U.S. Students will critically evaluate information sources pertaining to Cannabis and its purported health claims. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Not intended for students with Freshman or Sophomore class standing.
CPSC 486: Plant Growth and Development Plant growth and development is a complex and highly regulated process that occurs over various spatiotemporal scales. This advanced interdisciplinary course integrates genetic, molecular, cellular, biochemical, anatomical, and physiological information in order to explore the life of a plant from its embryonic origins to its final death. Same as IB 479. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: IB 103; CPSC 352 or IB 204, or equivalent.
CPSC 498: Crop Sci Professional Develpmt Topics related to professional development including resumes, interview skills, business etiquette, ethics, and presentations on opportunities in crop sciences and horticulture. 1 undergraduate hour. No graduate credit. Prerequisite: Junior standing in Crop Sciences or Horticulture.
CPSC 499: Advanced Special Topics Advanced experimental course on a special topic in crop sciences. 1 to 4 undergraduate hours. 1 to 4 graduate hours. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. May be repeated if topics vary.
CPSC 501: Programming for Genomics Same as IB 501. See IB 501.
CPSC 508: Integrated Pest Management In Integrated Pest Management we will examine the fundamental concepts of pest management including a historical review of pests and pest management; an overview of major arthropod pests in a variety of settings (agronomic, specialty crops, urban and structural); current management options (area-wide, chemical, biological, cultural and physical); regulatory issues; and topics including emerging pest issues. 2 graduate hours. No professional credit.
CPSC 541: Regression Analysis The application of regression methods to problems in the agricultural, biological, and life sciences. Topics include simple linear, multiple linear, nonlinear, and logistic regression analysis and correlation analysis. Emphasis is placed on predictor variable selection, diagnostics, model selection and validation, and remedial measures, including ridge regression, weighted least squares regression, and the use of autoregressive models. Both quantitative and qualitative predictor variables are examined. SAS and R will be used. Same as ANSC 541. 4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: CPSC 440 or equivalent.
CPSC 594: Professional Orientation CPSC Discussion of the philosophy and components of graduate education in Crop Sciences including discussion of the development of methods and strategies useful in research, teaching, and extension. Students will be required to develop and submit a proposal describing planned research for a non-thesis research project, M.S. thesis or Ph.D. Dissertation. Approved for S/U grading only.
CPSC 598: Seminar Current research in crops, genetic engineering, plant protection and other topics relevant to Crop Sciences. Approved for both letter and S/U grading. May be repeated to a maximum of 14 hours if topics vary. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
CPSC 599: Thesis Research Individual research under supervision of faculty. Required of all students working toward the Master of Sciences (thesis option) or Doctor of Philosophy in Crop Sciences. 0 to 16 graduate hours. No professional credit. Approved for S/U grading only. May be repeated in separate semesters.
CS 100: Computer Science Orientation Introduction to Computer Science as a field and career for incoming first year and external transfer students in the computer science majors. Overview of the field and specific examples of problem areas and methods of solution.
CS 101: Intro Computing: Engrg & Sci Fundamental principles, concepts, and methods of computing, with emphasis on applications in the physical sciences and engineering. Basic problem solving and programming techniques; fundamental algorithms and data structures; use of computers in solving engineering and scientific problems. Intended for engineering and science majors. Prerequisite: One of MATH 220 or MATH 221 or MATH 231 or MATH 241.
CS 105: Intro Computing: Non-Tech Computing as an essential tool of academic and professional activities. Functions and interrelationships of computer system components: hardware, systems and applications software, and networks. Widely used application packages such as spreadsheets and databases. Concepts and practice of programming for the solution of simple problems in different application areas. Intended for non-science and non-engineering majors. Prerequisite: MATH 112.
CS 107: Data Science Discovery Same as IS 107 and STAT 107. See STAT 107.
CS 124: Introduction to Computer Science I Basic concepts in computing and fundamental techniques for solving computational problems. Intended as a first course for computer science majors and others with a deep interest in computing. Credit is not given for both CS 124 and CS 125. Prerequisite: Three years of high school mathematics or MATH 112.
CS 128: Introduction to Computer Science II Continuation of CS 124. More advanced concepts in computing and techniques and approaches for solving computational problems. Prerequisite: CS 124 or CS 125.
CS 173: Discrete Structures Discrete mathematical structures frequently encountered in the study of Computer Science. Sets, propositions, Boolean algebra, induction, recursion, relations, functions, and graphs. Credit is not given for both CS 173 and MATH 213. Prerequisite: One of CS 124, CS 125, ECE 220; one of MATH 220, MATH 221.
CS 199: Undergraduate Open Seminar in Computer Science Topics vary. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. May be repeated.
CS 210: Ethical & Professional Issues Ethics for the computing profession. Ethical decision-making; licensing; intellectual property, freedom of information, and privacy. Credit is not given for both CS 210 and either CS 211 or ECE 316. Prerequisite: CS 225. Junior standing required.
CS 211: Ethical and Professional Conduct Navigating the complex ethical and professional landscape of the computing professional: privacy, intellectual property, cybersecurity, and freedom of speech. Hands-on exercises, assignments, and discussions in which students analyze current events from perspectives in both philosophical and professional ethics. Writing professionally and technically in several writing assignments requiring peer review, workshops, and multiple rounds of editing and revising. Credit is not given for both CS 211 and CS 210 or ECE 316. Prerequisite: CS 225.
CS 222: Software Design Lab Design and implementation of novel software solutions. Problem identification and definition; idea generation and evaluation; and software implementation, testing, and deployment. Emphasizes software development best practices—including framework selection, code review, documentation, appropriate library usage, project management, continuous integration and testing, and teamwork. Prerequisite: CS 128; credit or concurrent registration in CS 225. Restricted to majors in Computer Science undergraduate curricula only.
CS 225: Data Structures Data abstractions: elementary data structures (lists, stacks, queues, and trees) and their implementation using an object-oriented programming language. Solutions to a variety of computational problems such as search on graphs and trees. Elementary analysis of algorithms. Credit is not given for CS 277 if credit for CS 225 has been earned. Prerequisite: CS 126 or CS 128 or ECE 220; One of CS 173, CS 413, MATH 213, MATH 347, MATH 412, or MATH 413.
CS 233: Computer Architecture Fundamentals of computer architecture: digital logic design, working up from the logic gate level to understand the function of a simple computer; machine-level programming to understand implementation of high-level languages; performance models of modern computer architectures to enable performance optimization of software; hardware primitives for parallelism and security. Prerequisite: CS 125 or CS 128; CS 173 or MATH 213; credit or concurrent enrollment in CS 225.