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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Literature

  
  • LIT 240 - Introduction to Literature (4)


    Introduction to literary studies focusing on developing reading, communication and interpretive skills as well as serving as an introduction to methodology and terminology. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LIT 324 - American Literary Traditions (4)


    The American experience, from the beginning to the present, examined through its literature. Emphasis on major writers. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. See department chair.
  
  • LIT 325 - Readings in Drama (4)


    An intensive study of drama and its historical dimensions with emphasis on meaning and techniques as well as research in literature. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LIT 326 - Readings in Fiction (4)


    An intensive study of fiction and its historical dimensions with emphasis on meaning and techniques as well as research in literature. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LIT 327 - Readings in Poetry (4)


    An intensive study of poetry and its historical dimensions with emphasis on meaning and technique as well as research in literature. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LIT 328 - Ethnic Literatures (4)


    Literature from diverse cultures with attention to the representation and expression of identities and cultural differences. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that focuses on the process of knowledge, discernment, and awareness whereby human beings make reasoned decisions based on difference. These courses include but are not limited to the relationships between difference and inequality, exclusion and inclusion, representation, identity, and social, economic, and political power, with lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work, with class time divided accordingly. Thematic focus will vary and may include Asian American, African American, Latino/a, Native American/American, Indian or Jewish literatures. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LIT 329 - Southern Literature (4)


    A study of Southern fiction, drama and poetry, with special attention to major Southern writers. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Topic and theme may vary. Prerequisite: LANG 120 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LIT 330 - Readings in Film (4)


    An intensive study of film and its formal dimensions with emphasis on its relationship to narrative and literature. Recommended for students who have already taken LIT 325, 326 or 327. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LIT 334 - Western Literature: Ancient to Renaissance (4)


    Major Western literary works through the Renaissance period studied against their literary, historical and cultural background.  Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LIT 335 - Western Literature: Enlightenment to Modern (4)


    Major Western literary works from the Enlightenment to the modern period, studied against their literary, historical and cultural background. Prerequisite: LIT 240 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LIT 340 - Internship (1-4)


    Offers opportunities for supervised work in professional settings. Students gain experience in fields including editing, publishing and bookselling. May be repeated once for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Will not fulfill English elective requirements. Prerequisites: minimum 3.0 GPA and a declared major in English. See department chair.
  
  • LIT 346 - Readings in Gender and Sexuality (4)


    Explores major authors, critical theories and themes with a focus on representations and expressions of gendered and/or sexual identities in literature. These identities are considered within historical and social contexts and in terms of their relationship with other forms of cultural identity (e.g. class, race, nationality). A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Every year.
  
  • LIT 363 - Appalachian Literature (4)


    A study of the literature of the Appalachian Mountains within the context of the region’s history, culture, and politics. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Writers and genres may vary. Prerequisite: LANG 120 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LIT 364 - Postcolonial Literature (4)


    World literatures with a focus on the historical and continuing effects of colonization. Topics will vary, but may include African, South Asian, Pacific Rim, and Caribbean literatures with attention to themes of race, language, nationalism, empire, education, and the intersections of cultural identities. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LIT 369 - World Literatures (4)


    Varying topics in world literatures, including non-western literature in pre-colonial and ancient contexts. A study and exploration of imaginative literature that includes lectures, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Every year.
  
  • LIT 440 - Seminar in Literary Theory and Criticism (4)


    An intensive study of how to interpret literary and cultural texts with attention to critical theory and its various methodologies. Students will engage with both primary works and secondary sources and write an 8-10 page research essay, which may be presented at the Undergraduate Research Symposium. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisites: LIT 324, 334 and 335, or permission of instructor. Fall.
  
  • LIT 484 - Seminar in Major Literary Period (4)


    An intensive study of a major literary period with attention to its historical, cultural, and intellectual contexts. Students will engage with both primary works and secondary sources and write an 8-10 page research essay, which may be presented at the Undergraduate Research Symposium. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisites: LIT 324, 334 and 335, or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LIT 488 - Seminar in a Major Author (4)


    An intensive study of a significant author (or two) with attention to their formal innovativeness and the historical, cultural, and biographical contexts that shaped their work. Students will engage with both primary and secondary sources and write an 8- 10 page research essay, which may be presented at the Undergraduate Research Symposium. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisites: LIT 324, 334 and 335, or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LIT 490 - Seminar in Literary Scholarship (4)


    An intensive research-based study of a specific topic in English studies based on the instructor’s area of expertise. After an initial instructor-led examination of the topic, students develop research projects appropriate to their interest that culminate in a presentation at the Undergraduate Research Symposium. This seminar experience encourages students to become University Research Scholars by including instruction on research methods; ethical engagement with research; techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work; supportive feedback; and one-on-one meetings with the instructor. May be repeated once as content varies. Prerequisites: LIT 324, 334 and 335, or permission of instructor. Spring.
  
  • LIT 499 - Undergraduate Research in Literature (1-4)


    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 8 hours credit. See department chair.

Literature - Special Topics

  
  • LIT 171-4 - Special Topics in Literature (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • LIT 271-4 - Special Topics in Literature (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • LIT 371-4 - Special Topics in Literature (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • LIT 471-4 - Special Topics in Literature (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.

Management

  
  • MGMT 130 - Introductory Seminar in Organizations (2)


    Introduces students to the complex nature of managing, leading, and interacting with organizations in society. Focus will be on simultaneously learning and challenging the historical roots of management and leadership theory related to individual behavior, social interaction, and environmental forces (i.e., political, economic, technological, and cultural). Students will also learn foundational skills in disciplinary writing, project management, oral communication, critical reading, and self- and social-awareness. Emphasis will be on introducing students to departmental and professional expectations in the field. Intended for first- or second-year students and transfer students interested in the Management, Accounting, or Arts Management and Entrepreneurship major and/or minor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MGMT 230 - Organizational Behavior and Theory (4)


    Introduces students to the major theoretical perspectives in both macro and micro organization studies. This interdisciplinary course focuses on the historical and modern contributions of the social science disciplines to the study of public, for-profit, and non-profit organizations of all sizes. Emphasis is placed on the concepts, theories, and skills relevant to individual, team, and organizational processes. Prerequisite: MGMT 130. Pre- or corequisite: LANG 120. Students with at least 3 hours of MGMT credit may take MGMT 130 and 230 concurrently. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MGMT 250 - Marketing Principles (4)


    Focuses on the elements of the marketing mix (product, price, promotion and place) and the marketing concept. Marketing terminology and selected marketing models and theories are presented. Application and integration of these theories and models are required. Prerequisite: MGMT 130. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MGMT 300 - Legal and Ethical Environment (4)


    Emphasizes the role of ethics and law in business and other forms of organizing. Select topics include sources of law and legal reasoning, ethical decision-making, the court system, alternative dispute resolution, the constitution, administrative agencies, white-collar crime, international law, contracts, torts, product liability, intellectual property, employment law, and regulatory topics, among others. Prerequisites: Junior standing and at least 6 credit hours in MGMT and/or ACCT. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MGMT 326 - Managing Human Capital (4)


    Presents how human resources contribute to organizational performance and introduces students to key processes/systems in organizations (job analysis, recruitment, selection, training, employee development, and compensation). Students will learn why and how personality, perception, conflict management, and motivation influence the development of human resource systems for staffing, evaluating, and rewarding people. Strategic implications of human capital management, including legal issues, labor relations, and global perspectives will be a central theme. No credit given to students who have credit for either MGMT 323 or 324. Pre- or corequisite: MGMT 230. Typically even years Fall.
  
  • MGMT 343 - Sport Marketing (2)


    An introduction to the scope of sport marketing, including how business is involved in sport, and an overall evaluation of sport marketing as a profession. This course provides a detailed overview of the sports industry and its marketing and promotional practices. Students will study the four P’s of marketing (product, price, place and promotion) in the context of sport organizations. Prerequisite: MGMT 250. See department chair.
  
  • MGMT 352 - Applied Research (4)


    Emphasizes the importance of research design and methodology in management decisionmaking. Provides a foundation for gathering information and making decisions by providing an overview of various research designs and methods. Design of a practical management research project required. Prerequisite: STAT 185 or STAT 225. Pre- or corequisite: MGMT 230. Typically odd years Fall.
  
  • MGMT 357 - Promotion Management (4)


    Examines the promotional process, focusing on how the five aspects of the promotional mix (advertising, publicity/public relations, personal selling, sales promotions, and social media) are interrelated. Students also examine the promotional effects on both consumers and businesses. Prerequisite: MGMT 250. Typically Spring.
  
  • MGMT 366 - Entrepreneurship (4)


    Students will develop entrepreneurial mindsets, learn about the entrepreneurial process through exposure to creative problem solving, design thinking, idea modeling, business model canvas, and lean startup methodologies. Further, students will conduct market analysis, develop financial projections, write business plans, and craft pitch decks. The course will conclude with individual students and student teams pitching their business ideas before an audience. No credit given to students who have credit for either MGMT 360 or 363. Prerequisite: ACCT 215. Typically Fall.
  
  • MGMT 367 - Introduction to Business Analytics (2)


    Introduces students to quantitative methods for assessing large data sets in an effort to improve managerial decision-making. Focus will be on providing the foundation needed to apply business analytics to real world case studies. Class will include laboratory time to explore methods in a computer-based environment. Topics will include clustering, regression, and forecasting. Previous familiarity with statistics is assumed. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in STAT 185 or 225. Typically odd years Spring.
  
  • MGMT 368 - Digital and Social Media Marketing (2)


    Examines how social media can be used to build profitable relationships with various stakeholders of organizations. Through lectures, discussions and case studies, students will explore various social media platforms and learn how to utilize them for improving marketing efforts of businesses. Prerequisite: MGMT 250. Typically Spring.
  
  • MGMT 380 - Management Science (4)


    Focuses on the application of both quantitative and qualitative methods to support managerial decision making. Emphasis is placed on a number of techniques that help the student to formulate, analyze, and make recommendations regarding the resolution of complex managerial problems. Prerequisite: STAT 185 or STAT 225 or PSYC 202. Pre- or corequisite: MGMT 230. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MGMT 386 - Management Information Systems (4)


    Introduces students to the management of information; integrated systems and general systems concepts in the planning, development, implementation and control of information. Prerequisite: ACCT 215. Pre-or corequisites: ACCT 216 and MGMT 230. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MGMT 388 - Strategies for Leading Change (2)


    Examines theoretical change models, explores the experiences of visionary leaders of change, and investigates the various issues in leading a change initiative. Students, as potential leaders of change, will learn problem-solving strategies for transforming ideas into practice. For students interested in social entrepreneurship and leadership in governmental, non-profit, for-profit and community organizations. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. Typically Spring.
  
  • MGMT 398 - Global Management (4)


    Provides an overview of the opportunities and risks organizations face in the global business environment. Students will identify, explain, and analyze concepts and strategies involved in managing in a global environment. The course emphasizes the economic, cultural, political, and institutional factors that managers must consider when conducting business in foreign countries. Prerequisite: Junior standing. Pre-or corequisite: MGMT 230. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MGMT 405 - Advanced Topics in Global Business (2)


    Examines topics such as multinational foreign expansion strategies, strategic alliances, operating in emerging markets and developing economies, and designing effective organizational structures for multinational operations. Students will explore the global strategy decisions of multinational corporations using current global topics and lessons from contemporary case studies. Prerequisite: MGMT 398. See department chair.
  
  • MGMT 407 - Global Finance (2)


    Provides an in-depth look at the global financial markets from the perspective of both the multinational corporation and the individual investor. Topics related to the multinational corporation include global capital budgeting, raising debt and equity globally, and global tax and working capital management. The course further examines the perspective of the international investor though topics such as international investment portfolio management and diversification. Prerequisite: ECON 306; MGMT 398. Spring.
  
  • MGMT 423 - Seminar in Public Management and Leadership (2)


    This upper-level seminar course examines the study and practice of managing and leading in the public sector. Special attention is given to the exploration of a diverse array of issues that influence the work of public managers from both the macro organization theory and micro organization behavior perspectives. Such topics include bureaucratic discretion, the performance and accountability paradox, employee motivation, intra-and interorganizational power dynamics, and human resource management and development, among others. Seminal and contemporary readings, along with topical case studies, are explored with an emphasis on theory application and problem solving at the local, state, and federal levels. Prerequisites: Junior standing and any 200-level or higher course in ECON, MGMT, POLS or SOC. See department chair.
  
  • MGMT 424 - Seminar in Organizational Power and Politics (2)


    This upper-level seminar course examines political behavior within and among organizations in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Students will explore the varying sources of power in organizational life and how individuals, groups, and organizations use political tactics and strategies to shape agendas and achieve goals. Classical and modern writings on power and politics in society, government, and business, with special attention to leadership, unethical behaviors, and group dynamics are explored. Prerequisites: Junior standing and any 200-level or higher course in ECON, MGMT, POLS, PSYC or SOC. See department chair.
  
  • MGMT 426 - Strategic Decision Making (2)


    Focuses on strategic decision-making in situations where individuals must interact with one another. These include both cooperative and competitive scenarios. Topics include bargaining, social dilemmas, resource division, and auctions. Prerequisites: Junior standing and one course from MGMT 380, ECON 102, STAT 185 or STAT 225. Typically even years Spring.
  
  • MGMT 427 - Systemic Decision Making (4)


    Systems thinking is espoused by many as an essential skill in today’s workplace and as a requirement of a globally engaged citizenry. But how does one think systemically? The course uses an interdisciplinary perspective in understanding and addressing complex situations in a holistic manner, and will help students think about, act on, and observe complex phenomena in an effort to make improved decisions in today’s complex, interconnected, and global environment. Students from any major are encouraged to enroll in this course. Prerequisite: MGMT 380 or permission of instructor. Typically even years Fall.
  
  • MGMT 453 - Marketing and the Consumer (4)


    The study of the process whereby producers understand the needs and desires of the consumer, combined with a careful analysis of the marketing techniques required to reach the consumer. Prerequisite: MGMT 250. Typically Fall.
  
  • MGMT 458 - Marketing Strategy (2)


    The selection and evaluation of the appropriate marketing mix needed to achieve the overall objectives of an organization. Emphasis is placed on the case method. Prerequisites: MGMT 250 and senior standing. See department chair.
  
  • MGMT 480 - Management Strategies and Policy (4)


    This capstone course integrates the functional areas of general management, and includes an analysis of the internal organization and the external environment. It involves the development of strategies, policies, structure and leadership to pursue organizational purposes and goals with sensitivity to competing stakeholders. Prerequisite: Senior standing; ACCT 216 or 301; ACCT 340 or MGMT 386; ECON 306; MGMT 300. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MGMT 481 - Leadership in Organizations (2)


    Provides students with a thorough overview of various leadership perspectives, styles, and theories. The goal will be to develop an understanding of effective leadership development at the individual, group/team, and organizational level. Leadership principles will be applied to many management topics, including motivation, diversity, ethics, team dynamics, international business, and organization change. Concepts will be reinforced with assigned readings, case analyses and interactive exercises. Prerequisite: MGMT 230 and Junior standing. Spring.
  
  • MGMT 488 - Consulting Practicum (4)


    Students, under the supervision of a faculty mentor, will work collaboratively in a consulting team responsible for helping a client organization solve a particular problem in the areas of marketing, finance, productions, human resource, and/or entrepreneurship, among others. Applying concepts, theories, and best practices learned in previous coursework, students will analyze and evaluate quantitative and qualitative data in a problem context for the purposes of preparing a deliverable solution that meets the specific needs of the client. The organizations will vary in size and scope and may include for-profit, non-profit, and public sector governmental entities. Prerequisites: a minimum of 30 required credit hours in the Management major (courses may be from MGMT, ACCT, and/or ECON); Senior standing with a 3.00 major GPA; and permission of the instructor. Every year.
  
  • MGMT 489 - Project-Based Internship (4)


    Semester-long, project-based internship with an approved for-profit, non-profit, or governmental organization, preferably in the Western North Carolina area. Participant’s work is supervised by the department internship coordinator and an onsite host supervisor. Fieldwork, which allows students to link previous coursework to real-life experience, involves planning, developing, and implementing a deliverable that leverages student expertise and host organization professional needs. Coursework, through meetings and class assignments, includes project management, professionalism, guided journaling to reflect on internship experience, work and progress reports, portfolio development, and a final report and presentation. Prerequisite: a minimum of 30 credit hours required in the Management major (courses may be from MGMT, ACCT, and/or ECON); and permission of the department internship coordinator. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MGMT 499 - Undergraduate Research in Management (1-6)


    Independent research under the supervision of a department faculty mentor. Prerequisite: MGMT 352 or an appropriate social science methods course approved by the chairperson; submission and approval of research proposal by the supervising departmental faculty member and chairperson (see https://mgmtacct.unca.edu/undergraduate-research). Fall and Spring.

Management - Special Topics

  
  • MGMT 171-4 - Special Topics in Management (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. Prerequisites: as indicated for the respective courses. See department chair.
  
  • MGMT 271-4 - Special Topics in Management (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. Prerequisites: as indicated for the respective courses. See department chair.
  
  • MGMT 371-4 - Special Topics in Management (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. Prerequisites: as indicated for the respective courses. See department chair.
  
  • MGMT 471-4 - Special Topics in Management (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. Prerequisites: as indicated for the respective courses. See department chair.

Mass Communication

  
  • MCOM 104 - Media, Ethics and Society (4)


    Explores various media systems and their impact on individuals, economies, and culture. Media channels surveyed include newspapers, magazines, film, radio, television, and the Internet as well as supporting industries such as public relations and advertising. Emphasis is placed on ethics in mass communication practice and developing media literacy. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MCOM 201 - Basic Journalism (4)


    Introduction to the theory and process of journalism. Students develop skills in gathering and writing information in a fair and accurate manner suitable for presentation in the media. Course focuses on the separation of opinion from factual reporting, the cultivation of credible sources, and the exploration of various genres of news writing. The course contains a required laboratory component. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MCOM 293 - Mass Media Workshop (2-4)


    Development and practice of media production skills for journalism and public relations. Topics will vary and will be indicated in the titles of individual sections. The courses may contain a non-credit required laboratory component. MCOM 293 may be repeated with different topic subheadings. Prerequisite: MCOM 201. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MCOM 294 - Mass Media Workshop (2-4)


    Development and practice of media production skills for journalism and public relations. Topics will vary and will be indicated in the titles of individual sections. The courses may contain a non-credit required laboratory component. MCOM 294 may be repeated with different topic subheadings. Prerequisite: MCOM 201. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MCOM 295 - Mass Media Workshop (2-4)


    Development and practice of media production skills for journalism and public relations. Topics will vary and will be indicated in the titles of individual sections. The courses may contain a non-credit required laboratory component. MCOM 295 may be repeated with different topic subheadings. Prerequisite: MCOM 201. Fall and Spring.
     
  
  • MCOM 352 - Professional Internship (4)


    Students who have a grade point average of at least 2.5 in MCOM and VMP courses may apply for a professional internship in any media field by completing an Internship Application, available from the instructor of the course. Prerequisites: MCOM 104, 201, VMP 205, a GPA of 2.5 or higher in MCOM/VMP courses, and permission of instructor. (Grading is S/U). Fall and Spring.
  
  • MCOM 393 - Issues in Media Studies (4)


    Exploration of important current issues in Mass Communication, particularly Journalism and Public Relations. Topics will vary and will be indicated in the titles of individual sections. Courses may contain a non-credit required laboratory component. MCOM 393 may be repeated with different topic subheadings. Prerequisite: MCOM 104 or 201, depending on section topic. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MCOM 394 - Issues in Media Studies (4)


    Exploration of important current issues in Mass Communication, particularly Journalism and Public Relations. Topics will vary and will be indicated in the titles of individual sections. Courses may contain a non-credit required laboratory component. MCOM 394 may be repeated with different topic subheadings. Prerequisite: MCOM 104 or 201, depending on section topic. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MCOM 395 - Issues in Media Studies (4)


    Exploration of important current issues in Mass Communication, particularly Journalism and Public Relations. Topics will vary and will be indicated in the titles of individual sections. Courses may contain a non-credit required laboratory component. MCOM 395 may be repeated with different topic subheadings. Prerequisite: MCOM 104 or 201, depending on section topic. Fall and Spring.
     
  
  • MCOM 490 - Mass Communication Law and Ethics (4)


    A study of the legal sanctions and constitutional freedoms affecting print and broadcast media. Through inquiry into the responsibilities of the media and a discussion of specific ethical problems, students will learn basic legal research techniques and will complete a basic legal research project. Prerequisite: MCOM 104. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MCOM 491 - Media Studies Seminar (4)


    Capstone experiences exploring specific Mass Communication subjects in- depth, focusing particularly on journalism, public relations or advanced print media skills. Topics will vary and will be indicated in the titles of individual sections. MCOM 491 may be repeated with different topic subheadings. Prerequisite: MCOM 104, 201; VMP 205 and 8 hours of MCOM or VMP at the 300 or 400 level. See department chair.
  
  • MCOM 492 - Mass Communication Theories (4)


    A survey of theories of human communication behavior related to the mass media. Characteristics of mass audience and media channels; application of the theories to create more effective communication, with study of the research methods by which social scientists examine the effectiveness of communicative strategies. Prerequisite: MCOM 104. Fall and Spring.
  
  • MCOM 495 - Media Studies Seminar (4)


    Capstone experiences exploring specific Mass Communication subjects in- depth, focusing particularly on journalism, public relations or advanced print media skills. Topics will vary and will be indicated in the titles of individual sections. MCOM 495 may be repeated with different topic subheadings. Prerequisite: MCOM 104, 201; VMP 205 and 8 hours of MCOM or VMP at the 300 or 400 level. See department chair.
  
  • MCOM 496 - Media Studies Seminar (4)


    Capstone experiences exploring specific Mass Communication subjects in- depth, focusing particularly on journalism, public relations or advanced print media skills. Topics will vary and will be indicated in the titles of individual sections. MCOM 496 may be repeated with different topic subheadings. Prerequisite: MCOM 104, 201; VMP 205 and 8 hours of MCOM or VMP at the 300 or 400 level. See department chair.
  
  • MCOM 499 - Undergraduate Research in Mass Communication (1-6)


    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. Fall and Spring.

Mass Communication - Special Topics

  
  • MCOM 171-4 - Special Topics in Mass Communication (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • MCOM 271-4 - Special Topics in Mass Communication (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • MCOM 371-4 - Special Topics in Mass Communication (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • MCOM 471-4 - Special Topics in Mass Communication (1-4)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See department chair.

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Note: Enrollment in 300-400 level MAE courses requires students to have matriculated into the program at NC State and declared their major at UNC Asheville.

  
  • MAE 201 - Engineering Thermodynamics I (3)


    Introduction to the concept of energy and the laws governing the transfers and transformations of energy. Emphasis on thermodynamic properties and the First and Second Law analysis of systems and control volumes. Integration of these concepts into the analysis of basic power cycles is introduced. Prerequisites: MATH 291; PHYS 222. Fall.
  
  • MAE 206 - Engineering Statics (3)


    Basic concepts of forces in equilibrium. Distributed forces, frictional forces. Inertial properties. Application to machines, structures and systems. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in MATH 192 and PHYS 221. Fall.
  
  • MAE 208 - Engineering Dynamics (3)


    Kinematics and kinetics of particles in rectangular, cylindrical and curvilinear coordinate systems; energy and momentum methods for particles; kinetics of systems of particles; kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies in two and three dimensions; motion relative to rotating coordinate systems. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in MAE 206; MATH 291. Spring.
  
  • MAE 214 - Solid Mechanics (3)


    Concepts and theories of internal force, stress, strain, and strength of structural element under static loading conditions. Constitutive behavior for linear elastic structures. Deflection and stress analysis procedures for bars, beams, and shafts. Introduction to matrix analysis of structures. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in MAE 206; MATH 291. Spring.
  
  • MAE 308 - Fluid Mechanics (3)


    Development of the basic equations of fluid mechanics in general and specialized form. Application to a variety of topics including fluid statics; inviscid, incompressible fluid flow; design of Fluid dynamic system. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in MAE 208; MATH 291. Fall.
  
  • MAE 310 - Heat Transfer Fundamentals (3)


    Analysis of steady state and transient one and multidimensional heat conduction employing both analytical methods and numerical techniques. Integration of principles and concepts of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to the development of practical convective heat transfer relations relevant to mechanical engineers. Heat transfer by the mechanism of radiation heat transfer. Prerequisites: grade of C- or better in MAE 201; grade of C- or better in either ECE 220 or MATH 394. Fall.
  
  • MAE 315 - Dynamics of Machines (3)


    Application of dynamics to the analysis and design of machine and mechanical components. Motions resulting from applied loads, and the forces required to produce specified motions. Introduction to mechanical vibration, free and forced response of discrete and continuous systems. Prerequisite: grade of C- or better MAE 208; grade of C- or better on either ECE 220 or MATH 394. Fall.
  
  • MAE 316 - Strength of Mechanical Components (3)


    Analysis and design of mechanical components based on deflection, material, static strength and fatigue requirements. Typical components include beams, shafts, pressure vessels and bolted and welded joints. Classical and modern analysis and design techniques. Computer analysis using the finite element method. Material and manufacturing considerations in design. Prerequisite: grade of C- or better in MAE 214. Spring.
  
  • MAE 435 - Principles of Automatic Control (3)


    Study of linear feedback control systems using transfer functions. Transient and steady state responses. Stability and dynamic analyses using time response and frequency response techniques. Compensation methods. Classical control theory techniques for determination and modification of the dynamic response of a system. Synthesis and design applications to typical mechanical engineering control systems. Introduction to modern control theory. Prerequisite: MAE 315. Spring.

Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences

  
  • CCS 560 - Seminar in Climate Change and Society (3)


    Interdisciplinary seminar on questions of human nature and human values raised by the study of climate change and society. Topics include the fundamentals of climate change science, and provide tools for decision-making, modeling, and communicating climate science to the general public to improve the understanding of how these issues impact the human condition. May be repeated as topics vary.
  
  • ENG 520 - Seminar in English (3)


    Interdisciplinary seminar on questions of human nature and human values raised by the study of literature, linguistics, and the process of creative writing. May be repeated as topics vary.
  
  • MLAS 500 - Human Condition (3)


    An introduction to interdisciplinary studies at the graduate level. This gateway seminar for the Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences Program offers an opportunity to examine topics that address our fundamental human nature from a multitude of perspectives—intimate and immediate as well as analytical and more removed. Students will develop scholarly research, writing, and analytical thinking skills. Must be taken as part of the first 9 hours of coursework in the MLAS program. Exceptions must be approved by the director. Fall and Spring.

  
  • MLAS 520 - Seminar in the Humanities (3)


    Interdisciplinary seminars on questions of human nature and human values raised in the humanities, but drawing on insights from the natural and social sciences as well. Some seminars emphasize the creative writing process. May be repeated as topics vary.
  
  • MLAS 540 - Seminar on Globalization Past and Present (3)


    Interdisciplinary seminars on questions of human nature and human values within the context of Globalization. These seminars are taught from the perspective of the social sciences, but draw on insights from the humanities and natural sciences as well. May be repeated as topics vary.
  
  • MLAS 560 - Seminar on Science and Human Values (3)


    Interdisciplinary seminars on questions of human nature and human values raised by the natural sciences, but drawing on insights from the humanities and social sciences as well. May be repeated as topics vary.
  
  • MLAS 599 - Directed Research in the Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences (1-3)


    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor or with an interdisciplinary team of faculty. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Students may take Directed Research twice for a total of 6 hours of credit, in any combination of MLAS 599, ENG 599 and CCS 599. Fall and Spring.
     
  
  • MLAS 610 - Tutorial (1-3)


    Individual study supervised by a faculty member. Topics are chosen after consultation between student, graduate advisor, and faculty member. Course may be repeated as subject matter changes for a total of 6 hours of credit.
  
  • MLAS 681 - Capstone Project (3-6)


    An independent, interdisciplinary project under the direction of a faculty supervisor. The graduate project reflects an emphasis or interest that the student has discovered in the MLAS program. The Capstone Project includes, but is not limited to, a work of written analysis, and may involve academic research, applied research or creative work. The Capstone Project is a formal process that requires the development and submission of a proposal, structured study with a faculty supervisor, and exit interview with the faculty supervisor and the MLAS advisor (who serves as the second reader of the project). The completed project is retained in the MLAS archive in Ramsey Library. (Grading S/U/IP). Students who receive an IP grade for MLAS 681 will have two (2) additional semesters in which to complete and defend their projects. Course may be repeated once for a total of 6 hours of credit. Fall and Spring.

Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences - Special Topics

  
  • CCS 571-3 - Special Topics in Climate Change and Society (1-3)


    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

     

  
  • CCS 671-3 - Special Topics in Climate Change and Society (1-3)


    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

     

  
  • ENG 571-3 - Special Topics in English (1-3)


    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.               

                    

  
  • ENG 671-3 - Special Topics in English (1-3)


    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

     

  
  • MLAS 571-3 - Special Topics in Master of Liberal Arts (1-3)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • MLAS 671-3 - Special Topics in Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences (1-3)


    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

Material Science and Engineering

  
  • MSE 201 - Structure and Properties of Engineering Materials (3)


    Introduction to the fundamental physical principles governing the structure and constitution of metallic and nonmetallic materials and the relationships among these principles and the mechanical, physical and chemical properties of engineering materials. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in CHEM 132. Fall.
 

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