2013–2014 UNIVERSITY CATALOG - Florida Institute of Technology

COM 5220 LINGUISTICS AND WORLD LANGUAGES (3 credits). Provides a
comprehensive overview of the complex structure of language using analysis of
various world languages. Includes sounds and sound patterns (phonology), word formations
and their patterns (morphology), sentence structure (syntax) and meaning
(semantics), as well as the use of language to communicate and interact socially.
COM 5230 ARGUMENTATION WITHIN AND ACROSS CULTURES (3 credits).
Provides an intensive exploration of the practical applicability of theoretical
accounts of argument and their responses to difficult real-world cases, including
new media, intercultural communication and visual argument. Examines intersections
with research in communication theory, philosophy, rhetoric, artificial
intelligence and law.
COM 5252 SEMINAR IN MARKETING COMMUNICATION (3 credits).
Introduces students to the theory and practice of conducting effective marketing
communication campaigns and the underlying processes involved in promotional
messages. Focuses on current advertising and persuasive communication strategies
that achieve desired communication outcomes.
COM 5310 VISUAL AND GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (3 credits). Focuses
on how principles / elements of design and computer graphics integrate into creating
brand identity. Emphasizes achieving in-depth knowledge about building
strong brand identity, developing creative visual communication skills and working
with a portfolio. Software training includes Adobe ® InDesign, ® Photoshop ® and
Illustrator. ®
COM 5320 NEW MEDIA AND STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION (3 credits).
Examines the changing media environment and its impact on society and culture.
Includes the impact of the strategic use of new media technologies on economics,
interpersonal relationships, politics and popular culture. Requires student analysis
of the various issues in new media and practice using these technologies.
COM 5340 SERVICES MARKETING COMMUNICATION (3 credits). Focuses
on corporate strategies for successful interaction between service providers and
both internal and external customers in various corporate cultures. Also focuses
on key variables that shape communication behaviors and impact customer satisfaction
levels, problems within these relationships, and behaviors to increase
communication effectiveness.
COM 5410 RHETORIC AND DISCOURSE (3 credits). Introduces the history and
theory of rhetoric from its origins to the present. Emphasizes close reading and
application of primary sources.
COM 5420 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMMUNICATION (3 credits). Investigates
special topics and current issues in the discipline of global strategic communication.
Topics vary based on program needs and student / faculty interest. (Requirement:
Program chair approval.)
COM 5430 INDEPENDENT STUDY (3 credits). Offers master’s-level independent
research or directed study under faculty supervision. (Requirement: Program
chair approval.)
COM 5440 COMMUNICATION INTERNSHIP (3 credits). Allows students to
work under the supervision of a business or industry professional in coordination
with the program chair. (Requirement: Program chair approval.)
COM 5510 COVERING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (3 credits). Introduces
science and technology newswriting and key issues in communicating with general
audiences. Presents the structure of science news articles and press releases, examines
issues of balance and accuracy, and analyzes the interaction between technical
sources, public information officers, reporters and readers.
COM 5520 PROPOSAL WRITING (3 credits). Focuses on the process of researching,
writing and preparing both solicited and unsolicited proposals for submission to
identified funding sources. Requires students to identify submission opportunities,
plan and submit effective proposals, manage the proposal-writing process, orally
present proposals and follow up after submitting proposals.
COM 5530 TECHNICAL EDITING (3 credits). Provides advanced theory and practice
in editing scientific, technical and professional prose. Introduces the principles
of copy and rewrite editing, techniques of production and essentials of preparing
manuscripts for publication. Requires students to develop and refine professional
skills via hands-on, decision-intensive editorial projects.
COM 5890 FINAL SEMESTER DESIGN PROJECT (0-2 credits). Provides variable
registration for design project completion after satisfaction of minimum registration
requirements. Prerequisites: COM 5990.
COM 5899 FINAL SEMESTER THESIS (0-2 credits). Variable registration
for thesis completion after satisfaction of minimum registration requirements.
(Requirements: Accepted petition to graduate and approval by Office of Graduate
Programs.)
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COM 5990 DESIGN PROJECT (3-6 credits). Requires an individual applied project
under the direction of a member of the graduate faculty. Satisfactory completion
of either a traditional research-based thesis or design project (with committee
approval) is necessary for the completion of the master’s program and awarding of
the degree, unless the nonthesis option is chosen.
COM 5999 THESIS (3-6 credits). Individual research work under the direction
of a member of the graduate faculty. Satisfactory completion of either a traditional
research-based thesis or design project (with committee approval) is necessary for
the completion of the master’s program and awarding of the degree, unless the
nonthesis option is chosen.
COMPUTER ENGINEERING
See Electrical/Computer Engineering (ECE).
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
CON 1004 CONSTRUCTION PLAN READING (2 credits). Introduces construction
plans necessary to organize and supervise construction work. Covers interpretation
of construction plans, symbols, scales and formats. Includes field trips
and instruction in architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and general
construction details.
CON 2000 STATICS AND MECHANICS FOR CONSTRUCTION (4 credits).
Introduces the physical principles that govern classical statics and strength of
materials, and the design, analysis and use of wood, steel, timber, concrete and
masonry materials in structural systems. Covers resistive systems for effects of wind
and earthquakes. Includes field analysis of construction systems. Prerequisites:
PHY 1999.
CON 2001 CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND OPERATIONS (3 credits).
Introduces the operational processes for horizontal and vertical construction.
Includes reading construction plans and building codes. Requires a team project,
field trips and written reports on observations of project management and the use
of equipment in the construction process. Prerequisites: CON 1004.
CON 3000 CONSTRUCTION SOILS (3 credits). Introduces the nature of soils
and how soil materials influence construction operations. Provides a geotechnical
overview of soils in construction for the non-engineering major. Prerequisites:
CVE 3012, CVE 3013.
CON 3001 BUILDING STRUCTURES AND STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS
(3 credits). Covers essential formulae for the solution of structural problems,
and the solutions to common structural problems encountered in construction
projects. Reviews structural engineering essentials and gives simple design solutions.
Includes building and material codes, problems and illustrative examples.
Prerequisites: CON 2000.
CON 3002 BUILDING MECHANICAL AND HVAC SYSTEMS (3 credits).
Provides basic knowledge of building mechanical systems, and methods to estimate,
install and verify the systems. Covers basic engineering principles of design
associated with mechanical systems. Includes understanding of codes and the
principles of design and materials used in the construction of plumbing, HVAC
and transportation systems. Prerequisites: CON 1001, PHY 1999.
CON 4000 CONSTRUCTION CONTROLS: BUDGET, SCHEDULE AND
QUALITY (3 credits). Covers the fundamentals of construction management.
Emphasizes budgeting, scheduling and quality. Focuses on the principles of
construction administration. Includes contract types, control of scope, cost,
scheduling, quality control and quality assurance, computerized automation
and resolution of problems related to construction operations. Prerequisites:
BUS 2212.
CON 4001 BUILDING ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (3 credits).
Applies the principles of code and the basic concepts in electrical and electronic
theory, circuit design, materials, methods, safety and estimating to electrical,
communications and power machinery systems. Provides a basic knowledge of
systems operations with installation and quality verification methods. Prerequisites:
CON 1001, PHY 1999.
CON 4002 CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT AND SAFETY (3 credits). Provides
the fundamentals of heavy machine use and production estimating for construction
operations. Examines major construction machine types. Includes safety procedures.
Requires site visits and a term project on estimating equipment usage and
operations. Prerequisites: CON 2001.