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SOCY 2171 - Social Problems
Contemporary social problems and consequences for American society.
Credit Hours: (3)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2018, Spring 2019
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SOCY 3090 - Topics in Sociology
Examination of specialized sociological topics.
Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Summer 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
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SOCY 3091 - Topics in Sociology - Writing Intensive
Examination of specialized sociological topics.
Credit Hours: (1 to 3) (W)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Summer 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3110 - American Minority Groups
Relations between dominant and minority groups; the establishment, maintenance, and decline of dominance involving racial, ethnic, and religious minorities.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3125 - Older Worker and Retirement
Physical characteristics, personal attitudes, and structural factors affecting the employment of persons over 40. Topics include: biological aging, myths and stereotypes about older workers, public policies, human resources practices, economics of retirement, and theories about career and life stages.
Credit Hours: (3)
Cross-listed Course(s): GRNT 3125 and PSYC 3125
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3132 - Sociology of Sport
Dynamics and emergence of sport; reciprocal influence between sport and society; values, norms, and roles in sports.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
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SOCY 3143 - Social Movements
Analysis of collective behavior, ideology, development, and organizations of movements seeking or resisting change.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
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SOCY 3153 - Sociological Theory
Origins and evolution of fundamental sociological concepts and theories.
Credit Hours: (3)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor. Not open to students who have credit for SOCY 3154.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 with grade of C or above
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 3753
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2019
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3154 - Sociological Theory - Writing Intensive
Origins and evolution of fundamental sociological concepts and theories.
Credit Hours: (3) (W)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor. Not open to students who have credit for SOCY 3153.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 with grade of C or above
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3155 - Sociological Research Methods
Formulation of research problems; research designs; social measurement; sampling; collection, analysis, and interpretation of data. Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (4)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 with grade of C or above
Corequisite(s): SOCY 3155L
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 3755
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Second Summer 2019, Spring 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
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SOCY 3155L - Sociological Research Methods Laboratory
Required laboratory session for SOCY 3155 . Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (0)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 with grade of C or above
Corequisite(s): SOCY 3155
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 3755L
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Spring 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3161 - Socialization and Society
Analysis and process of socialization, social interaction, and sociocultural dimension of personality.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
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SOCY 3173 - Criminology
Nature and historical development of crime and political-economic organization of crime, criminal law, and theories of crime causation.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
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SOCY 3175 - Crowds, Riots, and Disasters
Collective behavior in everyday life; crowds, rumors, fads, fashion; collective behavior that disrupts social order; riots and responses to disaster; response of individuals, organizations and communities to natural disasters, e.g., floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3210 - Black Families in the Diaspora
This course is designed to acquaint students with historical and contemporary experiences of peoples of African descent in the Caribbean and Latin American countries with specific emphasis on family structure and family relationships. Includes discussion of theories, history, impact of globalization on family structure, roles of women and identity, socioeconomic status and mobility, slavery, colonialism, and capitalism. The course is designed to provide students with a better understanding of the comparative relationships and links between family structures and common life experiences among peoples of African descent in different parts of the world, with specific emphasis on the Caribbean and Latin American regions.
Credit Hours: (3)
Cross-listed Course(s): AFRS 3210 and LTAM 3110 .
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SOCY 3250 - Political Sociology
Sociological analysis of the relationship between social, economic and political systems. Focuses on power relations in society and its effects on the distribution of scarce resources. Topics covered may include: theories of power and the nation state, political participation and voting, religion and politics, the comparative welfare state, media and ideology, the global economy, war and genocide, revolutions, and social movements. Not open to students who have credit for SOCY 3251 or POLS 3251 .
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
Cross-listed Course(s): POLS 3250 .
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SOCY 3251 - Political Sociology
Sociological analysis of the relationship between social, economic and political systems. Focuses on power relations in society and its effects on the distribution of scarce resources. Topics covered may include: theories of power and the nation state, political participation and voting, religion and politics, the comparative welfare state, media and ideology, the global economy, war and genocide, revolutions, and social movements. Not open to students who have credit for SOCY 3250 or POLS 3250 .
Credit Hours: (3) (O)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
Cross-listed Course(s): POLS 3251 .
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Oral Communication (O)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3261 - Human Sexuality
Human sexuality research; teenage pregnancy; birth control; sex education; sexual fantasy; pornography; homosexuality and bisexuality; sexual communication; and heterosexual alternatives.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3267 - Sociology of Dying, Death, and Bereavement
Social definitions of death, process of dying, facing death across the life course, grief, bereavement, bioethical issues impacting individuals and society.
Credit Hours: (3)
Cross-listed Course(s): GRNT 3267 .
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Spring 2020, Spring 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3271 - Sociology of Culture
Examines different understandings of “culture” in sociological theory and research, addressing both classical formulations and contemporary applications. Considers how Marx, Weber, and Durkheim conceptualized culture as well as how contemporary scholars build on their ideas. Examines the role of culture in social interaction, collective identity, and collective action. Identifies sociological approaches to the production, distribution and reception of cultural products (e.g., news, music, film) as well as cultural dimensions of organizations and of social change (e.g., globalization, technology). Considers the relationship between culture and power in contemporary society.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor
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SOCY 3325 - Community and Identity
Offered as part of a 6 credit hour short-term study abroad program. In this 5-week program in Manchester, UK, students: (1) learn key theories and concepts in urban sociology; (2) apply this knowledge to the study of historical and contemporary Manchester; and (3) participate in service learning opportunities with organizations in Manchester.
Credit Hours: (3) (W) (SL)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3753 - Honors Sociological Theory
Origins and evolution of fundamental sociological concepts and theories.
Credit Hours: (3)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor, and acceptance into departmental honors program.
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 3153
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3755 - Honors Sociological Research Methods
Formulation of research problems; research designs; social measurement; sampling; collection, analysis, and interpretation of data. Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (4)
Restriction(s): Acceptance into the departmental honors program.
Corequisite(s): SOCY 3755L
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 3155
Most Recently Offered (Day): Second Summer 2019, Spring 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
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SOCY 3755L - Honors Sociological Research Methods Laboratory
Required laboratory session for SOCY 3755 . Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (0)
Restriction(s): Acceptance in the departmental honors program.
Corequisite(s): SOCY 3755
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 3155L
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 3769 - Honors Sociology of Health and Illness
The cultural and structural influences on the definition of health and illness; models of illness behaviors; health demography and epidemiology; social influences on the delivery of healthcare; ethical issues surrounding health and illness; and the development of relevant social policy.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 2169
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SOCY 3798 - Preliminary Honors Research in Sociology
Additional Honors hours that may be taken on a pass/no credit basis to conduct preliminary research and begin writing the Honors Thesis in Sociology. SOCY 3799 must be taken the following semester to complete and defend the Honors Thesis in Sociology.
Credit Hours: (3)
Restriction(s): Acceptance into the departmental honors program and permission of department.
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SOCY 3799 - Honors Thesis in Sociology
The preparation and presentation of an acceptable Honors thesis or its equivalent. The final course in a required three-course sequence for Honors in Sociology. Completion of a thesis earning a passing grade meets the requirement for a 4000-level course in the major; a grade of A is required to earn honors.
Credit Hours: (3) (O, W)
Restriction(s): Acceptance into the departmental honors program; permission of department; and approval of a proposal through the Honors College Application to Candidacy process the semester prior to taking the course.
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Oral Communication (O), Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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SOCY 3895 - Directed Individual Study
Supervised investigation of a sociological topic.
Credit Hours: (1 to 4)
Restriction(s): Permission of instructor.
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit; up to 6 hours may be applied to the major.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4090 - Topics in Sociology
Examination of specialized sociological topics (e.g., sociology of religion, Modern Japan).
Credit Hours: (1 to 3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2018, Fall 2021
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SOCY 4091 - Topics in Sociology - Writing Intensive
Examination of specialized sociological topics (e.g., sociology of religion, Modern Japan).
Credit Hours: (1 to 3) (W)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Spring 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4110 - Sociology of Aging
Study of the changing characteristics, aspirations, and needs of older adults and their impact upon such institutions as the family, work, the economy, politics, education, and healthcare; emphasis on sociological theories of aging, contemporary research, and the analysis of specific aging policies and programs.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
Cross-listed Course(s): GRNT 4110
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4111 - Social Inequality
Distribution of power, privilege, and prestige; correlates and consequences of inequality; national and international comparisons.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4112 - Sociology of Work
The emergence of post- industrial society and technological change in the workplace; analysis of their impacts on organizations, workers, family, and community.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4115 - Organizational Sociology
The sociological analysis of formal organizations. Organizational structures, practices, internal processes, and their relationships with the external environment. Organizations as rational instruments designed to achieve predetermined goals, as human groups where spontaneous social interactions take place, and as organisms situated in broader social, cultural, and economic contexts.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
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SOCY 4116 - Sociology of Economic Life
Adopts a sociological view to examine economic life. Topics include: industry and market structures, social networks, and interorganizational relationships.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4121 - Globalization and Development
Introduces different views and arguments on the nature, impact, and trend of globalization in sociology and other related fields. Explores broad implications of globalization and how the globalization processes transform our world economically, politically, socially, and culturally.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2019
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4124 - Sociology of the Community
Concepts and methods of community analysis of planned and unplanned community change.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
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SOCY 4125 - Urban Sociology
Cross-cultural analysis of urban development, social structure, ecology, demographic composition, and social problems.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
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SOCY 4131 - Family Policy
Critical analysis of four aspects of family policy: the historical and cultural factors that have resulted in specific policies affecting the family; the specification of contemporary family policy at both the national and state level; the intended and actual application of existing family policy; and the implications and impact of policies as they are interpreted and implemented.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
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SOCY 4134 - Families and Aging
Theories explaining the formation and functioning of American families with emphasis on the impact of the aging of society. Examination of the current demographic trends and expectations of multigenerational families, as well as the future demands and modifications.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
Cross-listed Course(s): GRNT 4134 and SOCY 4734 .
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4135 - Sociology of Education
Educational institution; the school class as a social system; the school as a social environment and a complex organization.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
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SOCY 4140 - Social Networks
Introduces the structuralist theoretical perspective and basic methods for the analysis of social networks. Topics include: social differentiation and the integration of society; small world networks; voluntary associations; culture; race relations; gender inequality; weak ties and social capital.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
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SOCY 4145 - Sociology of Religion
What is religion? How can we study religion scientifically? Rational choice, social network, ecological, and evolutionary approaches examined. Topics include: variation in religious belief and practice, secularization, and characteristics of churches, sects, and cults.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 .
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SOCY 4150 - Older Individual and Society
Study of the social and cultural context on the lives of aging individuals in American society. Will include a focus on expectations, social interactions, and psychological well-being in the context of retirement, caregiving, and health.
Credit Hours: (3)
Cross-listed Course(s): GRNT 4150 .
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SOCY 4153 - Contemporary Sociological Theory
Elements and process of theory construction; contemporary social theories, such as theories of social order and causation, power, class structure, and inequality; group process theories; postmodern theories.
Credit Hours: (3)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor. Not open to students who have credit for SOCY 4154.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 with grade of C or above
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SOCY 4154 - Contemporary Sociological Theory - Writing Intensive
Elements and process of theory construction; contemporary social theories, such as theories of social order and causation, power, class structure, and inequality; group process theories; post-modern theories.
Credit Hours: (3) (W)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor. Not open to students who have credit for SOCY 4153.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 with grade of C or above
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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SOCY 4156 - Quantitative Analysis
Concepts and procedures of sociological analysis; data processing; measurement theory; and quantitative models of analysis. Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (4)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 with grade of C or above; and STAT 1220 , STAT 1221 , STAT 1222 , or equivalent statistics course.
Corequisite(s): SOCY 4156L
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 4756
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2019, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
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SOCY 4156L - Quantitative Analysis Laboratory
Required laboratory session for SOCY 4156 . Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (0)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 with grade of C or above; and STAT 1220 , STAT 1221 , STAT 1222 , or equivalent statistics course
Corequisite(s): SOCY 4156
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 4756L
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
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SOCY 4160 - Evolution and Gender
The implications of evolution for gender and gender differences and the social patterns and trends that result. These patterns and trends include gender differences in mate selection, sexual behavior, aggression, emotional experience, and communication styles, as well as differences in parental investment by gender. Also examines how evolutionary theory can illuminate the origins of patriarchy.
Credit Hours: (3)
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SOCY 4165 - Sociology of Women
Examines how the social world of women is influenced by their race, ethnicity, and class. Attention is given to changing roles of women in public and private spheres and to the role conflict that arises as women attempt to meet obligation in families, communities, and the workplace.
Credit Hours: (3) (W)
Restriction(s): Junior or Senior standing.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or WGST 1101 or permission of instructor.
Cross-listed Course(s): WGST 4165 .
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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SOCY 4168 - Sociology of Mental Health and Illness
Mental health and illness in its social context; relationship between social structures and mental health/disorder. How social factors affect the definition and treatment of mental disorders; the effects of demographic variables on mental health and illness; the role of social support and stress; the organization, delivery and evaluation of mental healthcare services; and considerations of mental healthcare policy.
Credit Hours: (3) (W)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 and SOCY 2169 , or permission of instructor.
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4169 - Health Disparities
Introduction to medical sociological concepts and frameworks necessary to understand health disparities. Examines race, class, and gender-based patterns of inequality. Explores mechanisms that help create and maintain inequality in health, with a focus on racial disparities in physical health.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 and SOCY 2169 , or permission of instructor.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Fall 2019
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SOCY 4172 - Sociology of Deviant Behavior
Social definition of deviance; examination of the social processes producing unusual, non-standard, and condemned behavior; and social responses to deviant behavior. Students can receive credit for either SOCY 4172 or SOCY 4173 , but not both.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Fall 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4173 - Sociology of Deviant Behavior - Writing Intensive
Same as SOCY 4172 , but a Writing Intensive (W) course. Social definition of deviance; examination of the social processes producing unusual, non-standard, and condemned behavior; and social responses to deviant behavior. Students can receive credit for either SOCY 4172 or SOCY 4173 , but not both.
Credit Hours: (3) (W)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 4773
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4263 - Group Processes
Study how small groups structure social life, including the purposes and functions of groups, the various problems and dilemmas that groups face, how the dimensions of status and power shape how individuals behave in groups, and what happens when groups engage in conflict with each other. Study how larger social structures-like organizations and institutions-affect individuals through the small groups they inhabit. Examine the theories that explain group behavior and learn about the methods that social scientists employ when studying small groups.
Credit Hours: (3) (O)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 and SOCY 2161 , or permission of instructor.
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 4763
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Oral Communication (O)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Fall 2019
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4264 - Status Processes
Status characteristics are markers that identify socially valued properties of individuals. This course examines familiar status characteristics in society, including gender, race, and educational attainment; identify theories that explain status processes; and clarify how these theories help scholars understand phenomena related to several status characteristics.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 and SOCY 2161 , or permission of instructor
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020
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SOCY 4265 - Social Psychology of Law
Systematic analysis and application of theoretical and empirical research pertaining to the social psychological study of law.
Credit Hours: (3) (W)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
Cross-listed Course(s): LEGL 4265 and SOCY 4765
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4267 - Sociology of the Internet
Scientific study of the Internet using sociological theory to provide a conceptual approach with which to understand the digital society in which we live and interact, while enhancing student understanding of the tools and ideas with which to analyze interactions within our digital society.
Credit Hours: (3)
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SOCY 4271 - Sociology of Music
Considers sociological research dealing with the production of music; the content of music; and the reception and uses of music. Students assess how individuals and groups use music; how social distinctions like race, class, and gender shape the production and consumption of music; why some types of music are considered “high culture” while other types are considered “popular culture;” how the collective production of music is made possible; and what factors facilitate musical innovation and diversity.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor
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SOCY 4366 - Minorities and Aging
An overview of diversity in aging through a multidisciplinary lens. Key concepts and current research findings concerning older adults are discussed within a historical gerontological context. Drawing from the rich contributions of several disciplines (e.g., gerontology, sociology, social work, psychology), the course challenges students to consider complex issues of aging and their unique impact on diverse older populations.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101
Cross-listed Course(s): GRNT 4366
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4371 - Comparative Cultural Sociology in the Netherlands
Offered as part of the spring break study abroad program in the Netherlands. Students develop an understanding of the theoretical and methodological tools used in comparative research on cultural sociology, while also being engaged in a global experience in the Netherlands.
Credit Hours: (3) (W)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 and permission of instructor
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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SOCY 4480 - Internship in Sociology
Research and/or in-service training for selected students in cooperating community organizations. Specified content based upon a contract between student, department, and community organization.
Credit Hours: (3 to 6)
Restriction(s): Permission of department.
Grading Method: Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis.
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits.
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SOCY 4482 - Undergraduate Teaching Internship in Sociology
Students work with Sociology faculty member as a teaching intern. Students must have previously taken the course for which they intern. Specified content based upon a contract between student, department, and supervising Sociology faculty member.
Credit Hours: (3 to 9)
Restriction(s): Permission of department.
Grading Method: Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis.
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit up to nine semester hours, with only three semester hours fulfilling SOCY 3000/4000 level elective credit.
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SOCY 4699 - Senior Seminar in Sociology
This capstone course draws upon all of the skills that the Sociology student has learned, including understanding interactions among individuals, groups, and social institutions in society; applying major sociological concepts; understanding major social theories; posing research questions, evaluating evidence, and developing logical arguments; and selecting research methods appropriate to sociological inquiry. Students produce a capstone e-portfolio which allows them to demonstrate these sociological skills.
Credit Hours: (3) (O,W)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 with grade of C or above; SOCY 3153 , SOCY 3154 , SOCY 4153 , or SOCY 4154 with grade of C or above; SOCY 3155 and SOCY 3155L with grades of C or above; and SOCY 4156 with grade of C or above.
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Oral Communication (O), Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
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SOCY 4734 - Honors Families and Aging
Theories explaining the formation and functioning of American families with emphasis on the impact of the aging of society. Examination of the current demographic trends and expectations of multigenerational families, as well as the future demands and modifications.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 and acceptance into departmental honors program.
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 4134 and GRNT 4134 .
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SOCY 4755 - Honors Sociological Research Methods
Formulation of research problems; research designs; social measurement; sampling; collection, analysis, and interpretation of data. Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (4) (W)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor; and acceptance into departmental honors program.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 ; STAT 1220 , STAT 1221 , STAT 1222 , or equivalent statistics course.
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 3155
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Spring 2019
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4755L - Honors Sociological Research Methods Laboratory
Required laboratory session for SOCY 4755 . Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (0) (W)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor; and acceptance into departmental honors program.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 ; and STAT 1220 , STAT 1221 , STAT 1222 , or equivalent statistics course.
Corequisite(s): SOCY 4755
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 3155L
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
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SOCY 4756 - Honors Quantitative Analysis
Concepts and procedures of sociological analysis; data processing; measurement theory; and quantitative models of analysis. Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (4)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor, and acceptance into departmental honors program.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 1220 , STAT 1221 , STAT 1222 , or equivalent statistics course
Corequisite(s): SOCY 4756L
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 4156
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4756L - Honors Quantitative Analysis Laboratory
Required laboratory session for SOCY 4756 . Three hours of lecture/discussion and completion of weekly laboratory units.
Credit Hours: (0)
Restriction(s): Sociology major or minor, and acceptance into departmental honors program.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 1220 , STAT 1221 , STAT 1222 , or equivalent statistics course
Corequisite(s): SOCY 4756
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 4156L
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4763 - Honors Sociology of Group Processes
Study how small groups structure social life, including the purposes and functions of groups, the various problems and dilemmas that groups face, how the dimensions of status and power shape how individuals behave in groups, and what happens when groups engage in conflict with each other. Study how larger social structures-like organizations and institutions-affect individuals through the small groups they inhabit. Examine the theories that explain group behavior and learn about the methods that social scientists employ when studying small groups.
Credit Hours: (3) (O)
Restriction(s): Acceptance in departmental honors program.
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 and SOCY 2161
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 4263
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Oral Communication (O)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4765 - Honors Social Psychology of Law
Systematic analysis and application of theoretical and empirical research pertaining to the social psychological study of law.
Credit Hours: (3) (W)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 or permission of instructor.
Cross-listed Course(s): LEGL 4265 and SOCY 4265
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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SOCY 4773 - Honors Sociology of Deviant Behavior - Writing Intensive
Social definition of deviance; examination of the social processes producing unusual, non-standard, and condemned behavior; and social responses to deviant behavior.
Credit Hours: (3) (W)
Prerequisite(s): SOCY 1101 and acceptance into the departmental honors program.
Cross-listed Course(s): SOCY 4173 .
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Writing in the Disciplines (W)
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2018, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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ITIS 1102 - Advanced Internet Concepts
An advanced study of the Internet environment designed for any student who is familiar with office productivity tools and a user of Internet technologies; it addresses advanced concepts of computer literacy. Topics include: concepts of website design and how to evaluate websites; proper use of synchronous and asynchronous communication tools (e.g., chat, email, IM); issues of copyright and cyber-ethics; using the Internet to do research; and publishing via the Internet. Other topics may be added to keep the content current and relevant. Students complete extensive Internet-oriented projects to demonstrate mastery of the skills discussed in class.
Credit Hours: (3)
Restriction(s): May not be taken for credit by students with a major or minor in the College of Computing and Informatics.
Cross-listed Course(s): ITCS 1102
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ITIS 1200 - Freshman Seminar
An introductory Information Technology course designed to assist students with the transition to college by acquainting them with the University’s resources and support, exploring opportunities in the IT field, and developing a strong sense of community within the College of Computing and Informatics and the University as a whole. The development of learning skills, time management skills, and other life skills necessary for college success will be emphasized.
Credit Hours: (3)
Restriction(s): Permission of department.
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ITIS 1203 - Survey of Computing
Introductory course that explores the broad field of computing as it applies to daily life. Topics cover computers of all sizes from handheld devices to super computers; the role of software from operating systems to applications; the software development process; issues of security and privacy on the Internet and the World Wide Web; and possible fields of study within the broad field of information technology.
Credit Hours: (3)
Cross-listed Course(s): ITCS 1203 .
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ITIS 1301 - Introduction to the Financial Services Industry
An overview of the financial services industry, including such areas as the industry components; regulatory considerations and their impact; and relations with other institutions.
Credit Hours: (3)
Cross-listed Course(s): ITCS 1301 .
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ITIS 1350 - eScience
This course introduces the application of computational methods to scientific exploration and discovery in the natural sciences. Examples include modeling the spread of viruses, predator-prey relationship, the carbon cycle, and fish schooling. Both theory and practice of computational simulation and modeling techniques are examined as tools to support the scientific method. No computer programming knowledge is required. The course grade includes the student’s performance in ITIS 1350L . Must be taken concurrently with ITIS 1350L .
Credit Hours: (4)
Corequisite(s): ITIS 1350L .
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Natural Sciences
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ITIS 1350L - eScience Laboratory
Laboratory exercises that introduce computational tools and techniques that support scientific exploration and discovery in the natural sciences No programming experience is required. Performance in ITIS 1350L will be counted as a portion of the ITIS 1350 grade. Must be taken concurrently with ITIS 1350 .
Credit Hours: (0)
Corequisite(s): ITIS 1350 .
General Education Requirement(s) Satisfied: Natural Sciences Lab
Grading Method: Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis.
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ITIS 2110 - IT Infrastructure I: Design and Practice
This course covers basics concepts for IT infrastructure systems administration such as networking administration (e.g., DNS configuration, router configuration, firewall setup, and web server configurations), operating system administration (e.g., account and privilege management, and service management). The course grade includes the student’s performance in ITIS 2110L .
Credit Hours: (3)
Restriction(s): Sophomore standing or permission of department.
Corequisite(s): ITIS 2110L .
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ITIS 2110L - IT Infrastructure I: Design and Practice Lab
Guided laboratory exercises dealing with IT Infrastructure concepts and equipment. Performance in ITIS 2110L will be counted as portion of the ITIS 2110 grade.
Credit Hours: (0)
Corequisite(s): ITIS 2110 .
Grading Method: Graded on a Pass/No Credit basis.
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ITIS 2301 - Financial Services Computing Environment
The objective is for the student to gain insights on several key components in financial computing environments and the enabling technologies.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITCS 1301 /ITIS 1301 .
Cross-listed Course(s): ITCS 2301 .
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ITIS 3100 - Introduction to IT Infrastructure Systems
The methodologies, tools, and technologies that are important for understanding various IT infrastructure systems such as file storage services, email services, and web services. Focus placed on understanding widely-used network infrastructure services and systems, and acquiring basic knowledge in design practices and management of such systems. Can serve as a prerequisite course for ITIS 3200 and ITIS 4220 .
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITIS 3135 .
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ITIS 3105 - Server-Side Applications and Data Management
This course covers principles that are important for implementing advanced Web-based applications. Emphasis is placed on industrial and business applications which require robust and secure implementations. Server-side scripting and processing techniques are exercised in course projects.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITIS 3135 and ITSC 1213 , or permission of department.
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ITIS 3106 - Structured System Analysis and Design
Structured systems development. Strategies and techniques of structured analysis and structured design to produce logical methodologies for dealing with complexity in the development of information systems.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1213 or permission of department.
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ITIS 3130 - Human-Centered Design
An introduction to methods and practice of human-centered design for interactive systems. Topics include: design principles, need finding, design prototypes, and evaluation of interaction designs so that interactive systems are compatible with human capabilities and expectations. Students learn to work in design teams and write project reports.
Credit Hours: (3)
Restriction(s): Sophomore standing.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2021, Summer 2021, Summer 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Fall 2020, Fall 2021
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ITIS 3131 - Human and Computer Information Processing
Overview of methods people use to acquire, store, and use the data they receive from the environment and their implementation of computers. Topics include: perception, pattern recognition, attention, memory, knowledge representation, language, and problem solving.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITIS 3135 or permission of department.
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ITIS 3132 - Information Systems
Analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation of information systems. Topics include: techniques of manipulating data; behavioral component of dealing with the user and integration of technology, procedures, and people.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITIS 3135 or permission of department.
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ITIS 3135 - Web-Based Application Design and Development
Design and programming concepts for developing interactive web based applications: HTML, CSS, the Document Object Model (DOM), event-driven programming, client side scripting, and web security considerations.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITSC 2214 with grade of C or above.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Fall 2020, Spring 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2018
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ITIS 3200 - Introduction to Information Security and Privacy
An introductory overview of key issues and solutions for information security and privacy. Topics include: security concepts and mechanisms; security technologies; authentication mechanisms; mandatory and discretionary controls; basic cryptography and its applications; intrusion detection and prevention; information systems assurance; anonymity and privacy issues for information systems.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITSC 2214
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2020
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ITIS 3216 - Introduction to Cognitive Science
Interdisciplinary introduction to the science of the mind. Broad coverage of such topics as philosophy of mind; human memory processes; reasoning and problem-solving; artificial intelligence; language processing (human and machine); neural structures and processes; and vision.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1101 with grade of C or above, or permission of department.
Cross-listed Course(s): ITCS 3216 and PSYC 3216
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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ITIS 3246 - IT Infrastructure and Security
The concepts for the design and implementation of robust IT infrastructures. Topics include: system hardening, secured access, file storage services, as well as advanced topics in design and configuration of network based services.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITSC 3146
Most Recently Offered (Day): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Spring 2020
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ITIS 3300 - Software Requirements and Project Management
Introduction to requirement engineering and project management methodologies. Topics include: requirements elicitation, specification, and validation; structural, informational, behavioral, security, privacy, and computer user interface requirements; scenario analysis; application of object-oriented methodologies in requirements gathering; spiral development model; risk management models; software engineering maturity model; project planning and milestones; cost estimation; team organizations and behavior. Case studies will be used.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITIS 3135 or permission of department.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Fall 2021, Fall 2021
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ITIS 3301 - Introduction to the Regulatory Environment for Financial Services Firms
Using case studies, understand the compliance and regulatory environment that currently exists for Financial Services firms.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITCS 2301 or ITIS 2301
Cross-listed Course(s): ITCS 3301
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ITIS 3310 - Software Architecture and Design
Introduction to software design with emphasis on architectural design and design patterns. Models of software architecture. Architecture styles and patterns, including explicit, event-driven, client-server, and middleware architectures. Decomposition and composition of architectural components and interactions. Use of non-functional requirements for tradeoff analysis. Component based software development, deployment and management. A system design language, such as UML, are introduced and used throughout the course.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITSC 2214 or permission of department.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
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ITIS 3320 - Introduction to Software Testing and Assurance
Methods of evaluating software for correctness, and reliability including code inspections, program proofs and testing methodologies. Formal and informal proofs of correctness. Code inspections and their role in software verification. Unit and system testing techniques, testing tools and limitations of testing. Statistical resting, reliability models.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITIS 3200 and ITIS 3300 or permission of department.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
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ITIS 4010 - Topics in Software and Information Systems
Topics in software and information systems selected to supplement the regular course offerings.
Credit Hours: (3)
Restriction(s): Junior standing.
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
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ITIS 4011 - Interaction Design Studio
Aspects of interaction design taught in a studio setting. Topics include: gesture-based interaction, tangible interaction, large public display interaction, tabletop interaction, multi-touch tablet interaction, and human-robot interaction. Students learn how to apply a theoretical understanding of some aspect of interaction design to the study of existing designs and the development of a new design. Outcomes include writing a literature review about interaction design, executing user studies and critiques of existing designs, and developing and implementing a new interaction design for a specific purpose.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITIS 3130
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit.
Most Recently Offered (Day): Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2021
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ITIS 4166 - Network-Based Application Development
Examines the issues related to network based application development. Topics include: introduction to computer networks, web technologies and standards, network based programming methodologies, languages, tools and standards.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITCS 3160 and ITIS 3135
Most Recently Offered (Day): First Summer 2019, Second Summer 2019, Spring 2020
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019
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ITIS 4170 - Advanced Client Applications
The theory and practice of techniques to develop Web applications that have the features and functionality of traditional desktop applications, dealing with the browser as graphical user interface and the Internet as platform, with attention to interactivity, speed, functionality, and usability. Technologies covered include: X/D/HTML, DOM, CSS, and client-side scripting for layout and formatting, data interaction formats such as XML and JSON, and asynchronous server interaction with clientside scripting and XML (AJAX). The course will examine emerging frameworks for development support, as well as typical applications such as mapping “mashups,” folksonomies, and social networking.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITIS 3135 and ITSC 2214 .
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ITIS 4180 - Mobile Application Development
Mobile platforms are at the center of attention of users and organizations nowadays. Most organizations and businesses are rapidly migrating toward the cloud and need to provide a fast and easy mechanism for users to stay connected to their services. Mobile applications are the top trend nowadays given the high variety of new mobile devices and platforms such as Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android. In this course, students are introduced to the foundations of mobile development and its unique requirements and constraints. Students design and build a variety of mobile applications with a hands-on and project-based approach.
Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ITSC 2214 or permission of department.
Cross-listed Course(s): ITCS 4180 .
Most Recently Offered (Day): Course has not been offered at this time in the past 3 years
Most Recently Offered (Evening): Spring 2021, Summer 2021, Fall 2021
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