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2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Clinical Laboratory Science

  
  • CLSC 4431 - Clinical Chemistry I Laboratory


    1 F

    2 lecture and 3 lab hours per week. P: 4 CHEM courses; 1 statistics course; C: CLSC 4430  or consent of instructor. Applies basic principles of analytical and biochemistry to measurement of chemical constituents in body fluids.
  
  • CLSC 4440 - Clinical Chemistry II


    3 S

    3 lecture hours per week. P: CLSC 4430 , CLSC 4431 ; C: CLSC 4441  or consent of instructor. Applies basic principles of analytical and biochemistry to analysis of chemical constituents in body fluids and relationship to disease states.
  
  • CLSC 4441 - Clinical Chemistry II Laboratory


    1 S

    3 lab hours per week. P: CLSC 4430 , CLSC 4431 ; C: CLSC 4440  or consent of instructor. Applies basic principles of analytical and biochemistry to analysis of chemical constituents in body fluids and relationship to disease states.
  
  • CLSC 4460 - Clinical Microbiology I


    4 F

    4 lecture and 6 lab hours per week. P: BIOL 2110 , BIOL 2111 ; or BIOL 3220 , BIOL 3221 ; or consent of instructor. Essentials of clinical bacteriology.
  
  • CLSC 4461 - Clinical Microbiology I


    2 F

    4 lecture and 6 lab hours per week. P: BIOL 2110 , BIOL 2111 ; or BIOL 3220 , BIOL 3221 ; or consent of instructor. Essentials of clinical bacteriology.
  
  • CLSC 4470 - Clinical Microbiology II


    3 S

    3 lecture and 6 lab hours per week. P: CLSC 4460 , CLSC 4461 ; or consent of instructor. Essentials of select clinically significant bacteria (mycobacteria, chlamydia, mycoplasma, etc.), clinical mycology, and clinical virology.
  
  • CLSC 4471 - Clinical Microbiology II


    2 S

    3 lecture and 6 lab hours per week. P: CLSC 4460 , CLSC 4461 ; or consent of instructor. Essentials of select clinically significant bacteria (mycobacteria, chlamydia, mycoplasma, etc.), clinical mycology, and clinical virology.
  
  • CLSC 4480 - Clinical Microbiology III


    2 SS

    2 lecture and 3 lab hours per week. P: CLSC 4470 , CLSC 4471 ; or consent of instructor. Essentials of clinical parasitology.
  
  • CLSC 4481 - Clinical Microbiology III


    1 SS

    2 lecture and 3 lab hours per week. P: CLSC 4470 , CLSC 4471 ; or consent of instructor. Essentials of clinical parasitology.
  
  • CLSC 4491 - Molecular Diagnostics in Clinical Laboratory Science I


    1 F

    1 lecture hour per weekly. P: Consent of instructor. Introduction to the theory used in the clinical laboratory for molecular diagnosis and management of human disease.
  
  • CLSC 4492 - Molecular Diagnostics in Clinical Laboratory Science II


    1 S

    1 lecture hour per week for 7 weeks. 3 lab hours per week for 7 weeks. P: CLSC 4491 , consent of instructor. Specific genetic alterations found in various diseases and disorders along with experience performing selected testing methodologies used for molecular diagnostics in the clinical laboratory.
  
  • CLSC 4500 - Research Problems in Medical Technology


    2

    P: Consent of dept chair. Individual study in selected area of CLSC under supervision of department faculty member.
  
  • CLSC 4772 - Clinical Project: Hematology


    4 F,S,SS

    May include clinical experiences, literature review, and/or lab testing. P: CLSC major; consent of dept chair. Individualized clinical project from topic area in hematology or hemostaasis under direction of CLSC faculty member.
  
  • CLSC 4773 - Clinical Project: Chemistry


    4 F,S,SS

    May include clinical experiences, literature review, and/or lab testing. P: CLSC major; consent of dept chair. Individualized clinical project from topic area in clinical chemistry under direction of CLSC faculty member.
  
  • CLSC 4774 - Clinical Project: Blood Bank


    4 F,S,SS

    May include clinical experiences, literature review, and/or lab testing. P: CLSC major; consent of dept chair. Individualized clinical project from topic area in blood bank (immunohematology) under direction of CLSC faculty member.
  
  • CLSC 4777 - Clinical Project: Microbiology


    4 F,S,SS

    May include clinical experiences, literature review, and/or lab testing. P: CLSC major; consent of dept chair. Individualized clinical project from topic area in clinical microbiology. May include clinical parasitology or clinical mycology under direction of CLSC faculty member.
  
  • CLSC 4801 - Professional Practice Issues I


    3 WI F

    3 lecture hours per week. P: CLSC major. Professional issues related to current practice in clinical lab science including basic research design and statistics, human rights protection in research, basic epidemiology and infection control monitoring and educational methodology all applied to clinical and continuing education in clinical lab science, management theories and practices as applied to clinical laboratory practice.
  
  • CLSC 4802 - Professional Practice Issues II


    3 WI S

    3 lecture hours per week. P: CLSC major. Professional issues related to current practice in clinical lab science including management theories and practices, fiscal management, personnel administration, and legal and ethical issues, all as related to practice as a clinical lab supervisor or manager, introduction to lab computer systems, as well as completion of senior research project.
  
  • CLSC 4992 - Clinical Education: Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis


    4 F,S

    256 hours in appropriate department of affiliated clinical lab. P: CLSC 3420 , CLSC 3421 ; consent of instructor. Supervised clinical experience in hematology, coagulation, and urinalysis.
  
  • CLSC 4993 - Clinical Education: Chemistry


    4 F,S

    256 hours in appropriate department of affiliated clinical lab. P: CLSC 4440 , CLSC 4441 . Supervised clinical experience in clinical chemistry.
  
  • CLSC 4994 - Clinical Education: Blood Bank and Serology


    4 F,S

    256 hours in appropriate department of affiliated clinical lab. P: CLSC 4210 , CLSC 4211 ; consent of instructor. Supervised clinical experience in blood bank and serology.
  
  • CLSC 4997 - Clinical Education: Microbiology


    4 F,S

    256 hours in appropriate department of affiliated clinical lab. P: CLSC 4470 , CLSC 4471 ; consent of instructor. Supervised clinical experience in clinical microbiology.
  
  • CLSC 4998 - Clinical Education in Alternate Settings


    3

    P: Consent of instructor. Supervised clinical experience in variety of lab settings.

Clinical Laboratory Science Banked Courses

  
  • CLSC 4600 - Introduction to Clinical Cytology


    2

  
  • CLSC 4601 - Introduction to Cytological Techniques


    1

  
  • CLSC 4610 - Gynecologic Cytology


    6

  
  • CLSC 4611 - Gynecologic Cytology Laboratory


    6

  
  • CLSC 4620 - Cytopathology


    3

  
  • CLSC 4630 - Cytology of Body Fluids


    3

  
  • CLSC 4641 - Cytology of the Alimentary Tract


    2

  
  • CLSC 4642 - Urinary Tract Cytology


    2

  
  • CLSC 4650 - Cytology of Fine Needle Aspiration


    3

  
  • CLSC 4660 - Special Techniques in Cytology


    2

  
  • CLSC 4665 - Seminar in Cytotechnology


    2

  
  • CLSC 4750 - Clinical Education in Cytology I


    4

  
  • CLSC 4751 - Clinical Education in Cytology II


    5

  
  • CLSC 4995 - General Clinical Education


    1

  
  • CLSC 4996 - General Clinical Education


    1


Coastal and Marine Studies

  
  • COAS 2025 - Survey of Coastal and Marine Resources


    3 F

    May not be taken after receiving credit for COAS 2125 . P: Basic science course in BIOL, CHEM, GEOL, or PHYS. Biological, physical, social, and historic aspects of coastal and marine resources.
  
  • COAS 2150 - Boating Skills and Seamanship


    1

    C: COAS 2151 . Knowledge and skills needed to safely use a small boat, following the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary standards.
  
  • COAS 2151 - Boating Skills and Seamanship


    1

    C: COAS 2150 . Knowledge and skills needed to safely use a small boat, following the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary standards.
  
  • COAS 4000 - Scientific Diving and Underwater Research Techniques


    3 F, S

    P: Basic SCUBA certification (or equivalent) and consent of instructor. Fundamentals of scientific diving, including the use of Nitrox, specialized diving equipment, emergency procedures, sampling techniques, and the history and policies related to scientific diving. Fee required.
  
  • COAS 4001 - Scientific Diving and Underwater Research Techniques Lab


    1 S

    2 pool hours per week. P: Basic SCUBA certification (or equivalent) and consent of instructor. P/C: COAS 4000 . Required confined water training for scientific diver certification.
  
  • COAS 4002 - Scientific Diver Qualification


    1 SS

    P: Basic SCUBA certification (or equivalent), COAS 4000 , COAS 4001  (or equivalent), and consent of instructor. Required openwater training for scientific diver certification. Successful completion of this qualification, associated course, and lab may be used to meet American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) and ECU scientific diver certification requirements.
  
  • COAS 4025 - Society and the Sea Seminar


    3 S

    Interdisciplinary seminar in coastal and marine resources. Research paper of senior-level quality.
  
  • COAS 5000 - Scientific Diving and Underwater Research Techniques


    5

    4 lecture and 2 lab hours per week. P: Consent of instructor. Fundamentals of scientific diving, including the use of Nitrox, specialized diving equipment, emergency procedures, sampling techniques, and a review of basic scuba diving skills.
  
  • COAS 5001 - Coastal Marine Resources Problem Analysis


    3

    Equivalent of 60 hours of research per semester. P: Research project approved by instructor. Analysis of recognized problem in coastal marine resources in consultation with assigned faculty.
  
  • COAS 5002 - Coastal Marine Resources Problem Analysis


    3

    Equivalent of 60 hours of research per semester. P: Research project approved by instructor. Analysis of recognized problem in coastal marine resources in consultation with assigned faculty.

Coastal and Marine Studies Banked Courses

  
  • COAS 2125 - Survey of the Coastal Marine Environment


    2


College of Human Ecology

  
  • CHE 1000 - College of Human Ecology Freshman Seminar


    1

    2 classroom hours per week; P: Enrolled in first or second semester at ECU with intended major in one of the undergraduate majors in the College of Human Ecology (CHE). Introduction to student life at ECU with a focus on development of academic skills, careers in CHE and decision making for student success.
  
  • CHE 1001 - Academic Success Strategies


    1

    2 classroom hours per week. P: CHE 1000  or COAD 1000 ; completion of fewer than 35 hours; GPA below 2.0; intended major in one of the majors in CHE; permission of instructor. Focus on development of study skills, strategies for success, and proficient use of resources at ECU.
  
  • CHE 1002 - Diversity, Leadership, and Service: A Model for the Human Sciences


    3

    P: CHE 1000  or COAD 1000 , intended major in one of the majors in CHE. Series of seminars and service learning opportunities to acquaint students with leadership, diversity, and engagement within the community.
  
  • CHE 2126 - Consumer Affairs


    3

    Decision making, consumption patterns, and trends of marketplace consumer. Consumer information and protection.
  
  • CHE 2999 - Special Topics


    3

    May be repeated for credit with change of topic up to 9 s.h. Current issues and/or applications related to areas in human ecology.
  
  • CHE 3990 - Field Experience in Human Ecology


    1

    Supervised professional work experience. May not be substituted for other required internships. P: CHE major or minor; minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA; minimum 2.5 GPA in CHE; 6 s.h. in applicable human ecology area; consent of dean. Placement in area of student’s major or minor.
  
  • CHE 3991 - Field Experience in Human Ecology


    1

    Supervised professional work experience. May not be substituted for other required internships. P: CHE major or minor; minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA; minimum 2.5 GPA in CHE; 6 s.h. in applicable human ecology area; consent of dean. Placement in area of student’s major or minor.
  
  • CHE 3992 - Field Experience in Human Ecology


    1

    Supervised professional work experience. May not be substituted for other required internships. P: CHE major or minor; minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA; minimum 2.5 GPA in CHE; 6 s.h. in applicable human ecology area; consent of dean. Placement in area of student’s major or minor.
  
  • CHE 3999 - Issues in Human Ecology


    3

    May be repeated for credit with change of topic up to 9 s.h. Current topics related to areas in human ecology.
  
  • CHE 4500 - Independent Study


    3

    May be repeated for credit with change of topic up to 9 s.h. P: Consent of instructor. Problems in child development, family relations, food, nutrition, hospitality management, consumer economics, family resource management, apparel, textiles, interior design, criminal justice, and/or social work.
  
  • CHE 4501 - Independent Study


    3

    May be repeated for credit with change of topic up to 9 s.h. P: Consent of instructor. Problems in child development, family relations, food, nutrition, hospitality management, consumer economics, family resource management, apparel, textiles, interior design, criminal justice, and/or social work.
  
  • CHE 4502 - Independent Study


    3

    May be repeated for credit with change of topic up to 9 s.h. P: Consent of instructor. Problems in child development, family relations, food, nutrition, hospitality management, consumer economics, family resource management, apparel, textiles, interior design, criminal justice, and/or social work.
  
  • CHE 4521 - Readings in Human Ecology


    1

    Independent study in areas of student’s interests.
  
  • CHE 5005 - Special Problems in Human Ecology


    2

    May be repeated for credit with different titles. P: Consent of instructor. Variable content and special topics in areas of human ecology.
  
  • CHE 5006 - Special Problems in Human Ecology


    2

    May be repeated for credit with different titles. P: Consent of instructor. Variable content and special topics in areas of human ecology.
  
  • CHE 5007 - Special Problems in Human Ecology


    2 Same as FACS 5007 .

    May be repeated for credit with different titles. P: Consent of instructor. Variable content and special topics in areas of human ecology.

College of Human Ecology Banked Courses

  
  • CHE 4999 - Professional Development in Human Ecology


    3


Communication

  
  • COMM 1001 - Introduction to Communication


    3 F,S FC:SO Formerly COMM 2001.

    Theory and processes affecting human communication, including interpersonal, small group, and organizational communication as well as theory processes, and history of mass media communication.
  
  • COMM 1002 - Media Writing


    3 WI F,S,SS Formerly COMM 2002.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: ENGL 1100 . Writing techniques for print, electronic mass media, public relations, and advertising.
  
  • COMM 1050 - Global Understanding through Intercultural Communication


    3 GD

    Virtual interaction with multiple international partner countries to explore the impact of culture on communication styles, preferences, and processes.
  
  • COMM 2020 - Fundamentals of Speech Communication


    3 F,S FC:FA

    Study of rhetorical situations including audience analysis and adaptation, organization, delivery styles, and analysis and evaluation of oratorical methods.
  
  • COMM 2030 - Communication Research


    3 F,S Formerly COMM 3030.

    2 classroom and 1 lab hours per week. May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Research methods used to measure content, process, and effects of communication on attitudes, knowledge, and behavior. Research design, data analysis, evaluation, and results presented in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
  
  • COMM 2050 - English for Global Communication


    3 FC: SO GD Same as LING 2050 .

    Examines the development of English as a global language and its implications.
  
  • COMM 2104 - Public Relations and Corporate Writing


    3 WI

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Writing used by print, broadcast, and online media. In-depth practice writing and editing corporate documents to include memos, reports, brochures, newsletter articles, backgrounders, news releases, and media kits.
  
  • COMM 2210 - Writing for the Electronic Mass Media


    3 WI F,S,SS Formerly MPRD 2210.

    P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Key components of written electronic mass media. Variety of written assignments and development of comprehensive final project.
  
  • COMM 2230 - Announcing


    3 F,S,SS Formerly MPRD 2230

    P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Development of applied speaking skills necessary for professional announcing employment
  
  • COMM 2320 - Basic Reporting


    3 WI F,S Formerly COMM 2200.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Journalistic news style. Gathering, writing, and editing of news stories for print and electronic media. Emphasis on broadcast and print styles and ethical considerations.
  
  • COMM 2340 - Development of American Journalism


    3 F,S

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor; COMM 1001  and COMM 1002  or consent of instructor. Examines the development and societal roles of U.S. journalism and journalists from the 1700s to the present.
  
  • COMM 2410 - Public Speaking


    3 F,S,SS FC:FA Formerly SPCH 2510.

    Emphasis on organizing and delivering speeches for all occasions, including informative, persuasive, and ceremonial.
  
  • COMM 2420 - Business and Professional Communication


    3 F,S,SS FC:FA Formerly SPCH 2520.

    Emphasis on developing excellent communication skills in everyday speaking, interviews, group presentations, and public speaking. Student organizes and delivers informative, persuasive, and group presentations.
  
  • COMM 3061 - Special Topics


    1

    May be repeated for maximum of 6 s.h. credit. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Selected topics in electronic media studies.
  
  • COMM 3062 - Special Topics


    2

    May be repeated for maximum of 6 s.h. credit. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Selected topics in electronic media studies.
  
  • COMM 3063 - Special Topics


    3

    May be repeated for maximum of 6 s.h. credit. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Selected topics in electronic media studies.
  
  • COMM 3064 - Special Topics


    4

    May be repeated for maximum of 6 s.h. credit. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Selected topics in electronic media studies.
  
  • COMM 3110 - Persuasion Theories


    3 S Formerly COMM 3010.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Persuasion as communication process. Differing aspects of source, channel(s), and receiver(s). Emphasis on contributions from behavioral theorists.
  
  • COMM 3120 - Public Relations Theory


    3 F,S Formerly COMM 3440.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Survey of theoretical, social, behavioral, and communicative aspects of public relations from which practice is built.
  
  • COMM 3142 - Small Group Communication


    3 SL*: Selected Sections are Service-learning. Formerly COMM 3570.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Communication variables which influence quality of group communication. Group processes used for information exchange, problem solving, and decision making.
  
  • COMM 3151 - Family Communication


    3

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences credit. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Family members co-construct meanings about their world in the unique communication environment of the family. In this setting, interpersonal and mass mediated communication converge about topics that impact the daily life of family members.
  
  • COMM 3152 - Interpersonal Communication Theory


    3 F FC:SO Formerly COMM 3050.

    P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Theories and concepts which explain communication in ongoing interpersonal relationships. Focus on relationship development and maintenance.
  
  • COMM 3160 - Organizational Communication Theory


    3 Formerly COMM 3360.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Meanings and functions of communication in organizational settings. Communication in role relationships, internal and external information system flows, and role of communication in organizational culture development and maintenance.
  
  • COMM 3172 - Media Effects


    3 F,S FC:SO Formerly COMM 3615.

    P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Effects of mass media on individuals, societies, and cultures.
  
  • COMM 3180 - Intercultural Communication


    3 SL*: Selected Sections are Service-learning. GD Formerly COMM 3080

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Communication theory and practice in multicultural contexts. Impact of cultural differences on interpersonal, organizational, and international communication.
  
  • COMM 3190 - Health Communication


    3

    P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Health communication in media, interpersonal, intercultural and organizational contexts.
  
  • COMM 3220 - Video News Production


    3 F,S,SS Formerly MPRD 3220.

    P: COMM major or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Electronic news gathering for television journalists; writing, video field production, and video editing of television news packages.
  
  • COMM 3310 - Copy Editing and Design


    3 F,S,SS Formerly COMM 3200.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 , COMM 2320 . Basic course in editing and layout of variety of publications.
  
  • COMM 3320 - Multiplatform Journalism


    3 F,S Formerly COMM 3210.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or consent of instructor; COMM 2320 , COMM 3220 .  Principles and techniques reporting news across multiple media platforms. Topics include the converged newsroom, newsgathering, visuals for multi-media and cross-platform news writing for TV, the Web and print.
  
  • COMM 3322 - Computer Assisted Reporting


    3 WI F,S

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences credit. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 , COMM 2320 . Principles and techniques of precision journalism. Topics include use of data analysis tools (e.g.: Excel, Access, SPSS, Arc View), FOI/Open Records laws, practical data analysis, and statistical methods for journalism research.
  
  • COMM 3330 - Feature Writing


    3 WI Formerly COMM 3230.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 , COMM 2320 . Study and practice in feature writing for newspapers, magazines, and special publications.
  
  • COMM 3340 - Desktop Publishing


    3

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 , COMM 2320 ; ENGL 1200  or ENGL 2201 . Desktop publishing techniques for print media, public relations, and advertising.
  
  • COMM 3362 - Visual Editing


    3 Formerly COMM 3260.

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 , COMM 2320 ; consent of instructor. Use of informational graphics in newspaper and public relations design and layout.
  
  • COMM 3380 - Computer Mediated Communication


    3

    May not count toward foundations curriculum social sciences requirement. P: COMM major or minor or consent of instructor; COMM 1001 , COMM 1002 . Explores liner and interactive CMC forms as they relate to human behavior and motivation. Involves communication issues related to identity construction, competency/proficiency, rules and conversions for specific mediated forms, online communities, relational development, ethics and deception, freedom of speech and influences on culture and access.
 

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