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MSCI 400 - Marine Vertebrate Zoology
4 credit hours
A survey of marine fishes, reptiles, and mammals, with an in-depth, comprehensive treatment of their systematics, zoogeography, and ecology. Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 or 107 , and 106 .
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MSCI 404 - Marine Conservation Biology
4 credit hours
This course is designed to develop the student’s understanding of conservation biology by building on the foundations provided in the introductory marine ecology class or a general ecology class. Prerequisite(s): MSCI 470 or BIO 205 .
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MSCI 405 - Dolphins and Whales
2 credit hours
Lectures, audiovisual presentations, and practical exercises are used to study the classification, anatomy, and ecology of the cetaceans. Students may not take this course for credit after completing MSCI 415 . Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 or 107 , and 106 .
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MSCI 407 - GIS Basics for Coastal and Marine Environments
2 credit hours
An introduction to basic concepts and uses of GIS technology in the coastal and marine environment. This is an introductory course and is not recommended for someone who has experience working with GIS or who has taken an introductory GIS course. Prerequisite(s): Computer Applications course.
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MSCI 408 - GIS Applications for Coastal and Marine Environments
2 credit hours
An introduction to a variety of applications of GIS technology in the coastal and marine environment. Prerequisite(s): MSCI 407 or equivalent.
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MSCI 410 - Marine Invertebrate Zoology
4 credit hours
Natural history, systematics, and morphology of marine invertebrates from the Gulf of Mexico. Participation in extended field trips is required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 106 .
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MSCI 412 - Marine Aquaculture
2 credit hours
Introduction to techniques in marine aquaculture with emphasis on nutrition and feeding, reproductive biology, water-quality requirements, and production, processing, marketing, and economics of marine aquaculture species. Courses in ichthyology, limnology, and invertebrate zoology are suggested but not required. Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 or 107 , and 106 .
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MSCI 415 - Marine Mammals
4 credit hours
Long ago may terrestrial mammals evolved adaptations allowing them to move toward either a full or partial marine existence. These included cetaceans (toothed and baleen whales), pinnipeds (seals, sea lions, and walrus), sirenians (dugongs and manatees), sea otters, and the polar bear. In this course students will learn about the evolution, classification, anatomy, physiology, and behavior of these species, in addition to conservation/management issues affecting them and current methods used to research them. Students may not take this course for credit after completing MSCI 405 . Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 or 107 , and 106 .
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MSCI 420 - Coastal Ornithology
4 credit hours
Ecology, taxonomy, and distribution of coastal and pelagic birds. Prerequisite(s): BIO 106 and/or BIO 205 .
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MSCI 421 - Coastal Birds of Alabama
2 credit hours
This course is an introductory-level course on the coastal avian fauna with an emphasis on nesting sites and nesting behavior. This course includes the identification, population dynamics, and behavior of coastal birds. Lectures emphasize functional ecology, specifically nesting biology of numerous species found along Alabama’s coastal region. Topics include migration, mechanics of flight, breeding biology, and forging. This course is a field-based course with an emphasis on breeding biology and behavior and introduction to bird identification. Prerequisite(s): A course in undergraduate biology or ecology.
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MSCI 425 - Commercial Marine Fisheries of Alabama
2 credit hours
Exploitation and biology of commercial vertebrates and invertebrates of Alabama and the adjoining Gulf of Mexico, with emphasis on distribution, harvesting technology, processing, and economic values. Includes visits to local processing plants and a trawling expedition aboard a research vessel.
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MSCI 430 - Marine Botany
4 credit hours
A general survey of marine algae (microscopic and macroscopic), as well as salt marsh vegetation, mangroves, seagrass, and maritime forest communities. Lectures emphasize identification, distribution, structure, ecology, and physiology. Extensive overnight field and laboratory work involved, including the ability to wade and snorkel. This course is intensive. Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 or 107 , and 106 .
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MSCI 445 - Introduction to Oceanography
4 credit hours
Biological, chemical, geological, and physical viewpoints of the sea. Includes lecture and laboratory. Restricted to basic science majors.
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MSCI 447 - Oceanology of the Gulf of Mexico
3 credit hours
A descriptive study of the oceanology of the Gulf of Mexico and adjacent waters, including coastal zone, continental shelf, and deep ocean. This course provides a survey of the physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and meteorology of the continental margins and deep ocean regions in the Gulf of Mexico and adjacent waters. Restricted to science majors or consent of instructor required.
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MSCI 451 - Coastal Climatology
2 credit hours
A study of the controlling factors and features of the world’s climates, with particular attention to coastal areas, and application and interpretation of climate data.
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MSCI 460 - Marine Geology
4 credit hours
A study of the geology of the ocean basins, with special emphasis on the continental shelves, their sediments, and the sedimentary processes at work there. Emphasis on the northeast Gulf of Mexico. Prerequisite(s): Introductory Geology Statistics recommended.
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MSCI 468 - Marine Behavioral Ecology
4 credit hours
Introduction to principles of animal behavior as applied to marine organisms. Students will relate the evolutionary significance of these behaviors, learn techniques for observing animal behavior, and design and conduct behavioral experiments. Prerequisite(s): BIO 106 . MATH 147 is recommended.
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MSCI 469 - Coral Reef Ecology
4 credit hours
This course will examine the ecology and evolution of coral reef communities, seagrass beds, and mangrove swamps. Current issues, including degradation of reefs by macroalgae, hurricanes, coral bleaching, diseases of corals and sea urchins, overfishing, and pollution, will be examined critically through reading the primary literature. Students will participate in lectures and laboratory exercises at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, and they will take a field trip to the Island School on Eleuthera Island, Bahamas. A current passport is required for travel. Special fees apply and will be posted on the web at: www.disl.org. Prerequisite(s): A course in ecology.
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MSCI 470 - Marine Ecology
4 credit hours
Study of marine organisms as they interact with each other and their environment, to include examination of theories and the experimental basis of current knowledge. This is an advanced course open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students. Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 or 107 , and 106 .
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MSCI 475 - Coastal Wetlands Ecology
4 credit hours
This course will focus on coastal and near shore wetland areas, with an emphasis on the biogeochemical processes that occur within, as well as issues that threaten and protect these important resources. Wetlands not only provide critical habitat for many aquatic and semi-aquatic species, they are also important for primary productivity, transformation of nutrients, pollutant removal, as well as provide protection from storm surges and floodwaters. Insight into wetland ecology requires understanding of the unique interactions between biology, chemistry, and hydrology. Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 (or 107 ), 106 , and 205 .
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MSCI 476 - Marine Fish Diseases
3 credit hours
This course will introduce students to aquatic animal diseases, specifically finfish and shellfish. Students will learn practical microbiological techniques for isolation and identification. Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 or 107 , and 106 . BIO 300 is recommended.
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MSCI 477 - Marine Protozoology
2 credit hours
This course will teach students the major groups of protists from a variety of marine habitats, including their taxonomy, structure, ecology, and methods of studying. The emphasis will be on live material from the Gulf, from salt marsh benthos and sand, from microscopic communities on solid substrates, and from other organisms. Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 or 107 , and 106 . BIO 380 is recommended.
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MSCI 480 - Marine Technical Methods
2 credit hours
Instruments and procedures used aboard a marine research vessel, including physical, biological, chemical, and geological parameter measurements and sample collection.
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MSCI 484 - Coastal Zone Management
2 credit hours
Ecological features and physical management policies for coastal communities, with a description of federal and state programs.
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MSCI 485 - Research on Special Topics
2-6 credit hours
Enrollment by special arrangement in any of the course areas offered by the laboratory, subject to the availability of the appropriate staff member.
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MSCI 486 - Coastal Geomorphology
2 credit hours
Coastal shapes and landforms and their functions.
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MSCI 489 - Introduction to Neurobiology
4 credit hours
Students will be introduced to the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of marine invertebrates and vertebrates. Prerequisite(s): BIO 105 or 107 , and 106 . BIO 342 , CHEM 121 and 122 , and PHYS 201 and 202 or consent of instructor are recommended.
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MSCI 490 - Seminar
1 credit hour
Current research, scientific progress, and problems in the marine environment. Students are not required to enroll in seminar, but must attend to qualify for credit in any other Marine Science course.
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Marketing |
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MK 351 - Principles of Marketing
3 credit hours
Description and analysis of institutions and operations needed to create and coordinate market transactions involving consumers, commerce, industry, and government. Sophomore standing required.
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MK 352 - Professional Selling
3 credit hours
Interpersonal persuasive communication processes and methods explored through lectures, discussions, and individual sales presentations. Includes selected sales-force management topics. Junior standing required.
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MK 353 - Marketing Communications
3 credit hours
A focus on the strategies that are utilized in order to promote a firm’s product and/or service offerings. Attention is given to advertising, publicity, sales promotions, and personal selling; additionally, how firms utilize information technologies in their promotional activities will be considered. Junior standing required. Prerequisite(s): MK 351 .
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MK 450 - Services Marketing
3 credit hours
Examination of the opportunities and difficulties faced by service organizations such as financial institutions, consulting firms, healthcare organizations, etc. Junior standing required. Prerequisite(s): MK 351 .
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MK 452 - Strategic Marketing Management
3 credit hours
As the capstone offering in Marketing, this course combines knowledge of the various marketing activities as they relate to the managerial functions of planning, organizing, and controlling the marketing effort with the strategic activity of building and sustaining a competitive advantage for the firm. Junior standing required. Prerequisite(s): MK 351 .
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MK 453 - Marketing Research
3 credit hours
Research tools and techniques needed to gather, distill, and analyze marketing information. Junior standing required. Prerequisite(s): MK 351 .
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MK 455 - Special Topics in Marketing
3 credit hours
Study of selected topics in marketing. This course may be repeated as topic varies. A maximum of six credit hours may be counted toward a degree. Junior standing, and consent of instructor reqired. Prerequisite(s): MK 351 .
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MK 458 - International Marketing
3 credit hours
Managerial and operational problems of the multinational business. Emphasis on environmental differences that influence marketing strategy. Junior standing required. Prerequisite(s): MK 351 .
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MK 476 - Applied Research in Marketing
3 credit hours
Faculty work with students to develop and conduct research designed to explore practical problems in marketing. Course may be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours. Junior standing required. Prerequisite(s): MK 351 .
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Mass Communication |
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MC 100 - Introduction to Mass Media
3 credit hours
The role of the mass media in a modern information society. Includes fundamentals of print and broadcast media, communication process and theory, and media effects.
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MC 200 - Introduction to Mass Media Writing
3 credit hours
This introductory class is designed to teach the basics of journalism with an emphasis on developing and improving writing and professional skills for print, online, and broadcast.
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MC 210 - Introduction to Media Production
3 credit hours
Students will use the computer tools for photography, video, and audio production. Students apply these fundamentals by participating in hands-on group projects.
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MC 215 - Producing Video in the Studio
3 credit hours
Principles and practices of television production in a studio environment.
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MC 255 - Media Writing Fundamentals
3 credit hours
Emphasis on writing commercials and public-service announcements for radio and television.
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MC 265 - Broadcast News Writing
3 credit hours
This course focuses on writing for broadcast news outlets. The primary focus is on television news, but the course also covers radio news writing. Students will also explore tease writing and social-media writing skills.
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MC 300 - Advanced Journalism Practices
3 credit hours
Practical approaches to print journalism, including covering a beat, developing sources, news writing, and editing. Introduction to layout and design for newspapers. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MC 200 .
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MC 310 - Publication Layout and Design
3 credit hours
In-depth layout and design for newspapers, magazines, brochures, and other publications using desktop-publishing software.
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MC 315 - Video Field and Post Production
3 credit hours
This course is designed to further develop the skills and knowledge of electronic field production for video, concentrating on the areas of scripting, producing, and directing for location videography, including lighting techniques and audio recording, and the post-production process including basic Photoshop® and video editing. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MC 210 .
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MC 320 - Multimedia Videojournalism
3 credit hours
Students will learn the fundamentals of videography for television and online news. Additionally, students will learn on-camera interviewing techniques. Class projects will include shooting, writing, and editing news stories for use on Montevallo’s weekly campus newscast. This course does not require students to appear on camera. Prerequisite(s): MC 315 and a grade of C or better in MC 200 .
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MC 325 - Survey of American Cinema
3 credit hours
General Education Course
A study of American cinema, examining its impact, techniques, theories, and style. Includes regular screening of movies.
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MC 326 - History of French Film
3 credit hours
Traces the social and technological history of French film. All films subtitled in English. Readings and discussion in French and English. (Cross-listed with FRN 343.)
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MC 327 - Electronic Photojournalism
3 credit hours
Students will learn multimedia storytelling techniques for television and online reporting. Course emphasizes writing, videojournalism, and interviewing skills. Students will produce news packages for use on various television shows produced on campus. This course requires students to be on camera. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MC 210 and MC 265 .
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MC 333 - Television Newscast Production
4 credit hours
Students will work as producers, anchors, and reporters to create a weekly newscast. The course emphasizes news judgment, time management, story and tease writing, newscast producing techniques, anchoring and on-camera performance, and social-media management. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MC 265 .
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MC 355 - Advanced Media Writing
3 credit hours
Advanced writing skills, including character, plot development, visualization, action and dialog for television scripts. Prerequisite(s): MC 255 .
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MC 357 - Special Topics in Public Relations
3 credit hours
Varied topics in the field related to public relations agency work. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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MC 360 - Mass Communication Theory and Media Effects
3 credit hours
An exploration of the prevailing mass-communication theories and media-effects research.
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MC 370 - DVD and Video Graphic Design
3 credit hours
Theoretical and practical instruction in DVD design and video graphic techniques. Prerequisite(s): MC 215 or 310 or ART 122 .
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MC 375 - Strategies for Video in Social Media
3 credit hours
Strategies for Video in Social Media explores techniques for effectively using Internet-based video to promote products or causes in a professional setting, either as an entrepreneur or for a client. Analytics, social-media applications, and mobile video will be discussed and techniques to increase a video’s reach applied. Students will demonstrate mastery of material by applying Web-based social and technical video techniques to a variety of video projects. Class members will develop a plan to increase a video’s impact, apply the plan, and analyze the results.
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MC 390 - Multimedia Website Creation
3 credit hours
Theoretical and practical instruction in use of multimedia website programs to create effective websites. Prerequisite(s): MC 100 .
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MC 400 - Special Topics in Journalism
3 credit hours
Varied topics in the field, offered on a one-time basis. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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MC 411 - Video Engineering
3 credit hours
Theoretical and practical application of analog and digital video engineering principles in a broadcast environment, including work as technical crew for weekly newscasts. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MC 215 .
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MC 412 - Audio Engineering
3 credit hours
Aesthetic and technical considerations for analog and digital multi-track recording, mixing, and sound reinforcement. Prerequisite(s): MC 315 .
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MC 415 - Advanced Video Post Production
3 credit hours
Philosophy and technical considerations in software based, non-linear video editing. Restricted to junior or senior MC majors. Prerequisite(s): MC 315 .
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MC 425 - Documentary Production
3 credit hours
Individual projects (documentary, dramatic, animation, etc.) completed under faculty supervision. Prerequisite(s): MC 415 .
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MC 433 - Advanced TV Newscast Production
4 credit hours
Students selected for this course will gain experience as the Executive Producer of the weekly campus newscast. Students will not only gain advanced experience producing a newscast, but they will also gain managerial experience as they oversee the operations of the news team on days when the newscast is produced. Consent of instructor required. Prerequisite(s): MC 333 .
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MC 450 - Seminar in Mass Communications
3 credit hours
Special offerings on topics not covered in the regular curriculum. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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MC 452 - Public-Relations Writing
3 credit hours
This course for advanced writing students focuses on public-relations writing - how to write news releases, videos, online material, fact sheets, positions papers and so forth. It includes preparation of stories for the departmental newsletter, The Brick Street Journal. Prerequisite(s): MC 310 and a grade of C or better in MC 200 .
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MC 453 - Advanced Journalism Practicum
3 credit hours
Practical experience in the production of the semimonthly campus newspaper.
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MC 455 - Media Law
3 credit hours
Examination of laws affecting the broadcast, cable, and print media.
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MC 456 - Nonfiction Freelance Writing
3 credit hours
This course will teach students how to produce and market stories to magazines and newspapers as a freelancer. Restricted to junior and senior COMS and MC majors. Prerequisite(s): MC 200 and 300 .
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MC 460 - Media Management
3 credit hours
Management and motivational theories applied to print, broadcast, and cable industries.
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MC 475 - Internship
1-6 credit hours
Practical experience in a professional environment. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours on a pass/fail basis. Open to juniors and seniors only with departmental consent. Applications, including requirements, are available in departmental office.
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MC 491 - Directed Study
1-3 credit hours
Supervised, independent directed study in media related area. Faculty adviser must approve research topic the semester prior to registration.
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MC 494 - Location Production
3 credit hours
Theoretical and practical instruction in the techniques of advanced video production. Teamwork aspects of location production are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): MC 415 .
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MC 495 - Capstone Media Project
1 credit hour
Preparation of an advanced media project and e-portfolio for Broadcast Production concentration majors. Detailed critical analysis required for portfolio. Topics and guidelines for media project must be approved by faculty adviser the semester prior to registration. Restricted to senior Broadcast Production concentration students in their last 30 hours of study. Prerequisite(s): MC 415 .
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MC 499 - Multimedia Journalism Capstone
3 credit hours
This capstone course gives student reporters practical hands-on experience creating stories for print, television, and the Internet. In addition to mastering journalistic storytelling techniques, students will also be required to create a portfolio of their work to send to potential employers. Prerequisite(s): MC 300 and 327 .
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Mathematics |
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MATH 131 - Intermediate Algebra
3 credit hours
Fundamental concepts and operations of algebra. For students who do not qualify for regular placement in mathematics. The grade for MATH 131 is reported as A, B, C, or NC (no credit).
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MATH 144 - Pre-Calculus Algebra
3 credit hours
General Education Course
The algebra of polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and inequalities, quadratic inequalities, and the binomial theorem. Prerequisite(s): MATH 131 or Mathematics ACT subscore of 20 or higher.
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MATH 147 - Finite Mathematics
3 credit hours
General Education Course
Topics in finite mathematics and their applications. The course includes sets, counting, permutations, combinations, basic probability (including Baye’s Theorem), an introduction to statistics (including work with Binomial and Normal Distributions). Prerequisite(s): MATH 131 or Mathematics ACT subscore of 20 or higher.
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MATH 149 - Pre-Calculus Trigonometry
3 credit hours
General Education Course
Trigonometric functions (circular), inverse trigonometric functions along with identities and trigonometric equations, vectors, complex numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, and polar coordinates. Prerequisite(s): MATH 144 or equivalent.
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MATH 150 - Pre-Calculus Algebra and Trigonometry
4 credit hours
General Education Course
The algebra of polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, systems of equations and inequalities, quadratic inequalities, and the binomial theorem. Trigonometric functions (circular), inverse trigonometric functions along with identities and trigonometric equations, vectors, complex numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, and polar coordinates. Prerequisite(s): MATH 131 or equivalent.
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MATH 154 - The Nature of Mathematics
3 credit hours
General Education Course
Basic concepts from set theory, logic, geometry, statistics; the fundamental ideas of calculus, and a survey of the development and application of modern mathematics. This course is designed to satisfy the general education requirement in mathematics while providing an overview of the discipline. Prerequisite(s): MATH 131 or Mathematics ACT subscore of 20 or higher.
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MATH 155 - Honors Nature of Mathematics
3 credit hours
General Education Course
Basic concepts from set theory, logic, geometry, statistics, the fundamental ideas of analysis and topology, and a survey of the development and application of modern mathematics. This course is designed to satisfy the general education requirement in mathematics while providing an overview of the discipline. Enrollment in the UM Honors Program required. Prerequisite(s): MATH 131 or Mathematics ACT subscore of 20 or higher.
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MATH 157 - Introduction to Statistics
3 credit hours
General Education Course
Descriptive and inferential statistics, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability and sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, linear regression, correlation, and design of experiments. Prerequisite(s): MATH 131 or Mathematics ACT subscore of 20 or higher.
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MATH 160 - Basic Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I
3 credit hours
An overview of induction and deduction, sets, numbers, and numeration. Topics include patterns and sequences, counting techniques, sets, relations and functions, logic (implication and validity), numeration (base and place syntax and algorithms), number systems (axioms, rational operations, and modular arithmetic), and measurement. Where appropriate, these topics are applied to problem-solving strategies. This course is intended for Elementary Education majors and is aligned with the Alabama Course of Study-MATHEMATICS, but is open to any student meeting the prerequisite. (Note: Students who have completed MATH 164 with a C or better will not get credit for MATH 160.) Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 144 and MATH 147 .
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MATH 162 - Basic Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
3 credit hours
A continuation of MATH 160 . Topics include the real number system (irrational numbers), geometry (geometric shapes, angles, constructions, and measures of length, area, and volume), the metric system, symmetries, descriptive statistics (frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and variation, and normal distributions), and elementary inferential statistics. This course is intended for Elementary Education majors and is aligned with the Alabama Course of Study-MATHEMATICS, but is open to any student meeting the prerequisite. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 160 .
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MATH 170 - Calculus I
4 credit hours
General Education Course
The study of the limit of a function; the derivative of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions; the definite integral and its basic applications to area problems. Applications of the derivative are covered in detail, including approximations of error using differentials, maximum and minimum problems, and curve sketching using calculus. Prerequisite(s): MATH 149 or 150 or equivalent.
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MATH 171 - Calculus II
4 credit hours
The study of vectors in the plane and in space, lines and planes in space, applications of integration (such as volume, arc length, work, and average value), techniques of integration, infinite series, polar coordinates, and parametric equations. Prerequisite(s): MATH 170 or equivalent.
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MATH 185 - Survey of Mathematics
1 credit hour
This course provides an overview of the nature of mathematics in both a historical and modern context, and its relationship to other disciplines. Students will learn about what mathematicians do and why, and will hear a variety of speakers discuss career opportunities in mathematics and related disciplines. The course is graded pass/fail, and is open to all majors. Prerequisite(s): MATH 144 or higher.
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MATH 202 - Mathematics of Games
3 credit hours
Introduction to various mathematics concepts as they apply to games. This will include counting techniques, probability, decision trees, and an introduction to game theory. Prerequisite(s): MATH 144 or higher.
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MATH 205 - Introduction to the History of Mathematics
3 credit hours
Introduction to the history of mathematics, from early numeration systems through the beginnings of calculus. Prerequisite(s): MATH 170 .
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MATH 247 - Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
3 credit hours
Introduction to various topics in discrete mathematics, including the study of sets, logic, relations, functions, counting techniques, graphs, trees, and mathematical induction. Prerequisite(s): MATH 170 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 261 - Introduction to Programming and Computer Algebra Systems
3 credit hours
General Education Course
Fundamentals of computing, computer programming in BASIC, Maple V, and other computer algebra systems, internet resources, and the PCTeX typesetting language. Prerequisite(s): MATH 170 .
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MATH 271 - Sequences, Series, and Indeterminate Forms
3 credit hours
Sequences and series of numbers and functions, along with supporting theory and applications. Topics include convergence tests, Taylor’s theorem, L’Hôpital’s rule, and an introduction to uniform convergence. Prerequisite(s): MATH 171 and 247 .
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MATH 272 - Calculus III
4 credit hours
The study of vector functions, functions of two or more variables, partial derivatives (including applications), quadric surfaces, multiple integration, and vector calculus (including Green’s Theorem, curl and divergence, surface integrals, and Stoke’s Theorem). Prerequisite(s): MATH 171 or equivalent.
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MATH 295 - Special Topics
3 credit hours
Topic will be announced prior to registration. Topics vary. Course may be repeated for credit as topic changes. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 170 .
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MATH 299 - Independent Study
1-3 credit hours
Independent study in a selected mathematics area to further a student’s knowledge and competence in that area. Material to be studied will be determined in consultation with the faculty member supervising the course, the student’s adviser, and the department chair. Topics vary. Course may be repeated for credit as topic changes.
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MATH 310 - Foundations of Mathematics
3 credit hours
Introduction to abstract mathematical reasoning, including set theory, logic, mathematical analysis, and the structure of the real number system. Prerequisite(s): MATH 247 . Co-requisite(s): MATH 272 or consent of instructor.
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MATH 330 - Numerical Analysis
3 credit hours
The use of computers to obtain numerical solutions to systems of linear equations, root approximations of other equations, least squares, numerical integration. Prerequisite(s): MATH 261 and MATH 272 .
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MATH 336 - Mathematical Statistics
3 credit hours
Probability basics, discrete and continuous random variables, multivariate distributions, properties of expectation, laws of large numbers, special distributions, moment generating functions, the Central Limit Theorem, sampling, estimation of parameters, hypothesis testing, nonparametric methods, and linear regression. Prerequisite(s): MATH 171 .
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MATH 350 - Differential Equations
3 credit hours
Introduction to ordinary differential equations, their solutions and practical applications. Prerequisite(s): MATH 272 or equivalent.
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MATH 376 - Complex Analysis
3 credit hours
Representations of complex numbers, complex arithmetic, complex functions of a complex variable, calculus of complex functions, harmonic functions, analytic functions, contour integrals, Cauchy’s theorem, and selected topics. Prerequisite(s): MATH 272 .
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