CMN 115 Argumentation and Debate 3:3:0
Corequisite: ENG 105 Focuses on argument as communication. Students will examine fundamental principles of logic, evidence, reasoning, as well as construction and effective presentation of arguments both in favor and in opposition to a proposition. Students will participate in both LincolnDouglas debates and team debates.
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CMN 120 Small Group Communication
3:3:0
Designed to improve students’ understanding of the principles of small group communication so that they may function more effectively in groups. This course will help students become familiar with major theories and research in group communication and allow students to improve their group communication skills through participation in small groups. Topics will include introduction to small group theory; problem solving and decision making; team building; communication climate; conflict management; and roles, norms, status, power, and leadership.
CMN 121 Introduction to Communication Theory
3:3:0
Designed to provide an introduction to basic communication theories through study and application. This course integrates various areas of the discipline to provide an overview of communication topics, including verbal and nonverbal messages, interpersonal communication, small group communication, interviewing, perception, listening, and intercultural communication.
CMN 125 Introduction to Theatre Arts
3:3:0
This class will introduce the student to various forms of theatre ranging from the Ancient Greek to the Contemporary forms of plays performed today. By reading as well as seeing actual productions the student will become aware of the importance the role of theatre has and does play in society. Through this study the student will become familiar with drama, theatre history, and theatre production. Further the student will engage in hands-on activities that familiarize them with the art of acting, directing, playwriting and stagecraft. This course will serve as a foundational anchor for the students to engage in and explore more advanced and specialized fields of the entertainment industry. The course will align itself with the requirements of most four-year Theatre degree programs as to allow for the transfer credits.
CMN 201 Intercultural Communication
3:3:0
Prerequisite: CMN 105 In an era of rapid globalization, being able to communicate across cultures is imperative to our ability to function in a diverse workplace, city, and world. This course examines communication in the intercultural setting, both domestic and international. The course focuses on how culture influences the communication process and the development of relationships, and the dynamics of intercultural encounters. Emphasis will be given to diversity in the workplace.
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Computer Forensics CFS 105 Computer Ethics
3:3:0
CFS 110 Introduction to Computer Forensics
3½:3:1½
CFS 115 Introduction to Digital Security
3:3:0
Examines the impact ethical issues have on information technology. The course describes the methods to address these issues and focuses on the positive impact an IT professional should have in the field.
Prerequisites: CIS 105; NET 110, 111; CIS 250; CFS 105 Describes how to properly conduct a computer forensics investigation using the appropriate computer forensic tools. It also details the court criteria for a witness to be considered an expert.
Fundamental issues and concepts of digital security; aspects of computer and digital crime; methods to uncover, protect, exploit, and document digital evidence; tools, techniques, and procedure to perform computer and digital crime investigation.
CFS 145 Principles of Information Security
3:3:0
CFS 155 Network Security
3½:3:1½
CFS 205 Intrusion Detection and Prevention
3:3:0
Prerequisites: CIS 105; NET 110, 111; CFS 105, 110; BUS 120 Examines the field of information security. Both the managerial and technical aspects are addressed. The student will identify control measures and develop and conduct a security audit. Prerequisites: CIS 105; NET 110, 111; CIS 250. Networking students: permission from instructor Corequisite: CFS 205 A comprehensive guide to network security is provided in this course. General security concepts discuss authentication methods, common network attacks and how to safeguard systems. Communication security covers remote access, email, the Web, directory and file transfer, and wireless data. Infrastructure security discusses the devices and media and the proper application of border controls, such as DMZs, extranets, and intranets. Cryptography evaluates symmetric and asymmetric algorithms, PKI certificates, and their application. Operational Security details disaster recovery, forensics, and continuity. The lab component provides the student with extensive hands-on experience in securing networks, intrusion detection, hot fixes, and installing and configuring a wireless network using a Cisco Aironet 340.
This course introduces intrusion detection systems (IDS) and demonstrates to students how these systems can be used to analyze attacks, mitigate damage, and track attackers.