Problem solving, critical thinking skills, and integrative techniques for researching an issue are important for all students to learn no matter their major or their future job aspirations. This course will introduce students to multiple ways of looking at an issue within their chosen discipline; students will gain<br />knowledge to analyze common themes, communicate effectively, and use interdisciplinary perspectives<br />to eventually provide solutions to a potential employee and/or mentor. Students will use techniques<br />from information science and public policy, for example, to formulate and answer questions with<br />quantitative and qualitative techniques while enhancing their academic search skills.<i>Recommended prerequisite: CNCT 101</i>

This course will cover<b> </b>topics in Chemistry, as applied to current health issues, including both the prevention and treatment of illness. By understanding scientific data and discussing risks, students will learn to make well informed recommendations on topics such as healthy drinking water and medicines.

Survey of chemistry. Atomic and molecular structure, solutions, states of matter. Naming of inorganic and organic compounds. Chemical reactions. Structure and function of the biological molecules of life. Nutrition and metabolism. Emphasis on chemistry in a clinical context. Laboratory includes experience with materials and techniques of clinical relevance. Four hours lecture, four hours laboratory per week. This course can not be used as a substitute for CHEM 111 or CHEM 113.

Designed for students majoring in nursing, physical therapy, or nutrition. Covers basic concepts with special reference to inorganic compounds, including chemical equations, the periodic table, chemical bonding, and equilibrium. Assumes no previous knowledge of the subject or sophisticated background in mathematics. Laboratory correlates with and amplifies the lecture material and presents fundamental laboratory techniques, including instrumental methods. Three hours of lecture, one hour of Guided Inquiry Learning, one hour of pre-laboratory work, and a three-hour laboratory per week.

This course is the first semester of a two-semester sequence for students whose major interest is science or medicine. Topics include stoichiometry, states of matter, electronic structures of atoms, periodic properties, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, introduction to quantum mechanics and atomic theory, introduction to organic and biological chemistry, solid state and materials science, macromolecular structures, thermochemistry, and energy. Although CHEM113 and CHEM216 are separate courses, students are expected to take both terms sequentially. The laboratory portion correlates with and amplifies the lecture material and presents fundamental laboratory techniques as well as descriptive chemistry and instrumental methods. The course consists of two 80-min lectures, one 50-min guided-inquiry learning (GIL), one 50-min pre-lab lecture, and one 3-hour lab per week.<i><b>A satisfactory score on the Simmons math placement examination or MATH 101</b></i>

Students will have the opportunity to build research skills in the laboratory and theoretical sciences by becoming involved in active research projects in the Department of Chemistry and Physics. Undergraduate students in all majors are encouraged to participate.

Covers fundamental concepts of atomic structure, hybridization, molecular orbitals, and structure of organic molecules. Surveys functional groups, classes of organic compounds, and their reactions. Provides in-depth mechanistic study of those reactions, involving energies, stereochemistry, equilibrium, and reaction rate theory. Three hours of lecture, two discussion periods, and a four-hour laboratory per week.

Treats in detail the states of matter and the laws of thermodynamics (with applications to chemical and phase equilibria and electrochemistry) and reaction kinetics and mechanisms. Three hours of lecture and a four-hour laboratory per week.

Covers organizing principles of living systems; structure and function of proteins, sugars, and lipids; mechanism and kinetics of enzymes; introduction to bioenergetics; and integration and control of metabolic pathways. One laboratory per week emphasizes modern instrumentation such as Western blotting, column chromatography, HPLC, and spectrophotometer metric methods. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.

Consent of instructor required. Selection of a research project involving scientific literature search and related laboratory work. Results presented in a research paper and a poster presentation.

Consent of instructor required. Selection of a research project involving scientific literature search, followed by laboratory work required for solution of the problem. Results presented in a thesis and a poster presentation.

Required of all chemistry and biochemistry majors completing CHEM 355. Includes instruction and preparation for technical writing such as a manuscript or senior thesis. Students will prepare and practice several oral presentations, culminating with a seminar on their independent study research open to the entire Simmons community. Two hours per week.

Emphasizes communication. Intended for nonheritage learners. Develops all four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Introduces pinyin romanization. Also introduces 80 Chinese characters (either in simplified or traditional form). Uses supplementary audiovisual material to provide cultural and linguistic survival skills.

This required orientation course introduces all graduate students in the Gwen Ifill College of Media, Arts, and Humanities to the full range of academic, administrative, and social expectations for students, and the environment in which they must meet those expectations. This course describes program requirements; university, college, and program policy; and offers information about the full range of resources available to the students in support of their program. It also offers basic tutorial and instruction related to the use of Moodle (our learning management system), library resources, and other key tools used to support student learning. CHL courses are open ONLY to CHL (MA, MFA, MAMFA, MAMAT, MAMS) students; they are NOT open to UGs and they are not open to other GR students unless by consent.

Develops the individual critical voices of students and acquaints them with the literary canon and a variety of literacy perspectives through exposure to many influential schools of literacy criticism. Applies critical skills in the examination of a range of novels (realism and fantasy), short stories, biographies, nonfiction, and translated works published for children.

Explores picturebooks and their histories in detail. Considers medium, technique, and technology to investigate the development of the picturebook as a distinct artistic form. Develops a discerning eye and critical vocabulary essential for appraising text and illustration.

Provides a historical study and critical analysis of the development of fantasy and science fiction for children. Traces the growth of themes and genres in works studied and examines underlying themes as serious expressions of human hopes and fears in the past and for the future.

Provides an overview of The Whole Book Approach, a storytime model developed by Megan Lambert in association with The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, which is grounded in critical engagement with the picturebook as a visual art form. Students will critically engage with the design and production elements of a broad range of contemporary picture books, employing Structuralist, Reader Response, and other approaches to examining how words, pictures and design impact readers' engagement with primary texts. The course will also include opportunities for students to observe WBA storytimes to see how theory informs practice as children engage with picturebooks in facilitated readings.

The Graphic Novel bears lineages both in and parallel to Children's Literature. In this class we will explore the lineages of graphic novels as well as the the formal qualities, visual, literary and otherwise, of the graphic novel as a medium. Considering the graphic novel as both visual object and visual practice, the course interrogates and analyzes graphic narratives and their cultures. Alongside primary texts, students will pair critical theory in their reading of criticism and scholarship, with critical making through low stakes production-based exercises.

Investigates the process of writing fiction for children through written assignments and class discussion of both assignments and of published books. Examines different narrative forms and techniques and the elements and development of a story. Includes individual conferences and an opportunity to work on individual projects if desired. Requires a willingness to participate and experiment, but previous creative writing experience is not necessary.

Provides MFA students individual mentoring from a childrens book author, editor, or critic to develop a single project from its initial conception to submission in manuscript form to a publishing house. Consult with the program director regarding guidelines and deadlines for submitting mentorship proposal.

Provides MFA students individual mentoring from a childrens book author, editor, or critic to develop a single project from its initial conception to submission in manuscript form to a publishing house. Consult with the program director regarding guidelines and deadlines for submitting mentorship proposal.

Provides students an opportunity to study a topic of their choosing in the area of curriculum development or literature education. Project should have practical application to the candidates professional work and represent a model for use by others.

This course is an organ system based advanced human pathophysiology course designed to teach the pathologic processes that underpin human diseases. Clinical case scenarios and discussions of common disease states across the lifespan are used to facilitate understanding of pathophysiologic concepts for more broad application to the clinical environment. The knowledge gained in this course provides the foundation for the management of primary care issues of individuals of all ages.

This course is an organ system based advanced human pathophysiology course designed to teach the pathologic processes that underpin human diseases. Clinical case scenarios and discussions of common disease states across the lifespan are used to facilitate understanding of pathophysiologic concepts for more broad application to the clinical environment. The knowledge gained in this course provides the foundation for the management of primary care issues of individuals of all ages.<br /> 

<b>Simmons Connect</b> is designed to connect you to your new Simmons community, to discipline-specific writing skills and strategies, and to tools and resources to ensure your success at Simmons and in your career post-graduation. This class is required of all Complete Degree students who matriculate without an AA/AS degree and highly recommended for <i>all</i> Complete Degree students.

In this one credit course, student will be introduced to the image creation, editing, layout and distribution processes that are central to communication design. By becoming familiar with the Adobe Create Cloud applications that are the industry standards in communications fields-- Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign�"students will not only have a foundation for their visual communication investigations, but will understand how to go about learning to learn any of the Adobe suite of applications.

In this five-week one-credit course, students will be introduced to the production process of audio and video storytelling. By becoming familiar with the Adobe Create Cloud applications that are the industry standards in communications fields�"Audition and Premiere�"students will build foundational knowledge to use these programs comfortably and professionally.

Serves as an introduction to communication arts and theory, and the world of still and moving pictures. Involves the analysis of media from the point of view of the audience, and the production of media from the point of view of the communicator. Numerous screenings supplement examples and exercises in film, animation, multimedia, and the graphic arts. The atmosphere of the classroom is a media environment: a comfortable theater supported by light and sound.

Introduces the concepts of visual culture and visual literacy with an emphasis on how we perceive and analyze images. From the perspective of consumer and producer of images, the visual experience is deconstructed to illuminate meaning-making practices. Utilizes a variety of theoretical perspectives and approaches to two-dimensional images in print and on the screen.

Introduces students to the fundamental skills of information gathering, writing, and copy editing for the mass media. Covers AP and other writing styles that students will eventually be expected to master to gain recognition as competent communicators. Includes news stories, press releases, web content, opinion articles, and memos.

Explores how and why the media reflect, affect, create, and mold public opinions, ideas, and values. Examines issues related to the media and society and the content of print and nonprint media in terms of the written and visual messages they convey.

Like a poem, the art photograph often uses metaphor, allusion, rhythm, and profound attention to detail. In this course students learn to create artful photographs while acquiring the skills and craft of using a 35mm camera, developing black and white film and making gelatin silver prints in the darkroom. 35mm cameras available for students.

Clear-eyed observation with a camera is similar to a detective solving a mystery. Students improve their photography with assignments that stretch both visual and critical thinking skills. Students engage with their unique style and vision by learning to manually operate a digital camera (DSLR) and apply Camera Raw and Photoshop to produce dynamic color prints. DSLR cameras available for students' use.

Introduces students to the radio industry and the fundamentals of station operations. Students will learn the history of the medium and the mechanics of station, studio, and equipment operations, as well as acquire skills in digital audio recording, editing, and production that will allow them to create broadcast-quality programming.

Note: This is a hybrid course with some sessions meeting online. Explores the nature and role of communications in marketing and the integration of public relations, advertising, direct marketing, sales promotion, personal selling, and new media in the marketing communications plan. Analyzes marketing communications materials in various media and considers the economic and social implications of promotion. Includes a field assignment.

Addresses formal principles, process, and production of 2D design. Complements design lectures, demonstrations, and student presentations with studio projects and critiques. Provides tools to develop conceptual skills; master mechanical tools; utilize design-driven software applications; prepare visual, written, and oral presentations; and learn the process and techniques needed to achieve quality design. Involves lecture/lab. Corequisite: Required: COMM 210L

<i>Corequisite: COMM 210</i>

Explores the working methods and production of narrative, personal, documentary, and music video filmmaking. Examines historical examples from Maya Deren to the present, and requires students to plan, shoot, and edit their own short pieces. A course for women who want to make movies, it teaches the variety of conditions that lead to the creation of professional productions.

Applies the formal principles of design in the context of typography. Topics include type history and terminology, display and text type for print and screen communication, typographic hierarchy in information design, bookmaking, and concept-based design through typographic layout and manipulation. Includes lectures, discussions, class critiques, and computer lab sessions.

Introduces the essential concepts and tools necessary to produce websites. Includes understanding HTML, CSS, creating and editing web graphics, establishing site hierarchy, and designing information architecture. Requires students to create effective user interfaces, test for usability, and manage the website development process.

Immerses students into journalism by covering community issues and events ranging from local and national politics to entertainment and sports. Teaches how to identify news values and make news judgments, as well as acquire notetaking and interviewing skills, understand media ethics and law, and develop news writing techniques.

Explores the role and function of public relations and marketing communications materials. Examines techniques of writing and editing for identified target publics. Involves producing marketing communications materials intended for internal and external audiences and analyzing the communications efforts of a publicly traded company.

Examines the news media's First Amendment rights and responsibilities, addressing libel, privacy, fairness, and objectivity, as well as current media issues. Discusses the ethical and legal ramifications of communications in a democratic society.

Communicators are challenged to develop literacies and competencies in what currently resembles a whirlwind of perpetually emerging communication technologies . Tracing the trajectory of participatory or �social� cultures, we will investigate the impact of these tools on meaning making practices . A hands-on approach grounds this course and its engagement in the long-standing debates in media and cultural theory.

Consent of department required.

Students develop a personal marketing plan, including resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, etc. Students practice job sourcing and interviewing and hear from recent grads and professionals in the communications field. NOTE: Students must have an internship secured by the second week of the semester for which they're enrolled and the hours must be verified by the internship director.

An eight to 10 hours-per-week field placement in the Greater Boston area, based on the student's background and interests, available to students who have already completed COMM 370. Students must apply before October 15 for spring semester; March 15 for summer or fall semester. Students take what they learned in Comm370 and work in class on scheduling information interviews and applying for jobs.

Consent of instructor required. Provides a faculty-supervised workplace where students undertake projects for nonprofit clients while working as collaborative teams. Requires analyzing client communications needs and providing optimal solutions on budget and deadline. Integrates relevant issues of agency/client relationships, vendor relations, and project management.

This semester-long and  project-based course provides adult learners a practical, hands-on strategic communications experience under the guidance of a Simmons faculty member. Through this course, students will focus on problem-solving, improving their client communication skills,  producing  material for their professional portfolios and using research to drive insights.  Students will work with their clients to solve a strategic or digital communications problem and will give them hands-on experience applicable to the rapidly changing communications field.

This interdisciplinary course introduces key questions of critical race, gender, and cultural studies. The subjects of power and identity are consistent themes. Central to our inquiry is intersectionality: many of our readings will explore this concept, and its transformative impact on conventional understandings of power and identity.  

Foundations of Information Technology is a broad introduction to issues and concepts that are fundamental in the IT field. These include aspects of system administration, user support, applications installation and management, hardware troubleshooting and ethical use of technology. This course emphasizes knowledge combined with practical, hands-on experience.

Introduces computer science and programming using a high-level programming language (currently Python). Teaches program design in the context of contemporary practices both object oriented and procedural. Presents fundamental computer science topics through initiation and design of programs. Topics covered include: variables, if/else statements, while and for loops, functions, lists, strings, dictionaries, classes and objects. Requires significant projects.

Libraries and archives rely on data. While data is ubiquitous, the formats in which data is stored can vary widely. The differences in formats can hinder the accessibility of useful information and lead to difficulties in finding answers to questions. This class examines different data formats, and how the information they store can be transformed into other formats, and the inherent difficulties in some of these transformations. This class uses the Python programming language and related libraries to examine and transform data in a variety of formats, including .txt, CSV, XML, and JSON. By the end of the course, students will be able to write programs to perform these transformations accurately, and with awareness of potential ways that data can be lost or mistranslated.

Offers comprehensive examination of the design and implementation of relational database management systems (DBMS). Teaches the logical organization of databases, E_R design, normalization and use of SQL for data description and retrieval, including triggers and stored procedures; concurrency and security issues and typical solutions. Includes a major project building web interfaces to databases using PHP and MySQL. Introduction to No_SQL solutions.

Introduces the concepts, design, implementation, and management of computer networks. Covers data communication concepts, layered architectures, protocols, LANs, WANs, internetworking, the Internet, Intranets, network management, and network applications with an emphasis on TCP/IP.

Considers topics including abstract data types and objects, strings, vectors, linked lists, stacks, queues, deques, sets, maps, trees, hash tables, and applications of data structures. Surveys fundamental algorithms, including geometric algorithms, graph algorithms, algorithms for string processing, and numerical algorithms. Discusses basic methods for the design and analysis of efficient algorithms.

This course takes a top-down, cohesive approach from operating systems to assembly architecture with a comprehensive perspective of current types of operating systems from PCs, laptops to mobile devices and beyond as well as their microarchitectures. Fundamental concepts include threads, dynamic memory allocation, protection, and I/O. Programming applications include both with C/C&#43;&#43; programming, Unix system programming, command-line Linux tools, and operating system kernel code.

Provides a comparison of computer languages and language paradigms(object-oriented, procedural, functional, event-driven) with respect to data structures, control structures, and implementation. Investigates these issues in several languages (currently JAVA, C&#43;&#43;, Perl, Ruby, and Scheme). Presents formal language specification including regular, context-free, and ambiguous languages.

Students learn the principles of industry-quality software development through a series of team projects that require specific, efficient and maintainable code design and development. Team processes, critical thinking and problem solving skills will be emphasized.

Consent of instructor required. Requires a written proposal, regular meetings with faculty advisor, a final presentation, and a written report.

Provides valuable industry experience for Computer Science, Information Technology, and Web Design and Development majors. While not required, highly encouraged for any CS/IT/Web D&amp;D major. Credit hours are typically based on the number of work hours, determined by the instructor. Successful completion of work experiences as well as post internship presentation required for credit. Consent of the instructor required.