Apr 29, 2024  
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses Descriptions


 

Accounting

  
  • AC 231 - Principles of Accounting I

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MAT 134 . Introduction to the basic records and procedures used by service and merchandising organizations in accumulating financial data with emphasis on statement presentation. (FA, SP)
  
  • AC 231L - Principles of Accounting I Lab

    1 Credit Hour
    Corequisite: AC 231 . This lab course is designed to reinforce the basic accounting concepts and the understanding of the accounting cycle and financial statements as instructed in the Principles of Accounting I course. The lab course is required to be taken in conjunction with AC 231 - Principles of Accounting I . The goal(s) are to provide a clear understanding of the basic principles of accounting as it applies to the accounting cycle and preparation of financial statements. An understanding of the principles and concepts of financial statements and financial reporting in accordance with general accepted accounting principles (GAAP) is emphasized. (FA, SP)
  
  • AC 232 - Principles of Accounting II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 231 . A continuation of Principles of Accounting I. Emphasis on financial statement interpretation and the uses of accounting information by management for planning, controlling and decision making. (FA, SP)
  
  • AC 232L - Principles of Accounting II Lab

    1 Credit Hour
    Prerequisite: ACL 231. Corequisite: AC 232 . This lab course is designed to reinforce the basic accounting concepts and the understanding of the accounting cycle and financial statements as instructed in the Principles of Accounting I and Principles of Accounting II courses. The lab course is required to be taken in conjunction with AC 232 , Principles of Accounting II. The goal(s) are to provide a clear understanding of the principles of accounting as it applies to the accounting cycle and preparation of financial statements. An understanding of the principles and concepts of financial statements and financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) is emphasized. (FA, SP)
  
  • AC 330 - Accounting Information Systems

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 333 . A study of the ramifications of integrating information systems into the basic accounting process; internal control in both manual accounting and EDP systems and accounting systems development. (SP)
  
  • AC 333 - Intermediate Accounting I

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 232  and ACL 232. A rigorous study of the methodology and underlying theory of financial accounting; including an in-depth analysis of valuation alternatives and their effect on income measurement. (FA)
  
  • AC 334 - Intermediate Accounting II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 333 . A continuation of Accounting 333. A study of accounting theory and techniques underlying the determination of contents and valuation of accounts for the financial statement of a going concern. (SP)
  
  • AC 335 - Intermediate Accounting III

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 334 . A continuation of Accounting 334. A continuous study of accounting theory and techniques underlying the determination of contents and valuation of accounts for the financial statement of a going concern. (FA)
  
  • AC 336 - Advanced Managerial Accounting

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 232  and ACL 232. Study of accounting concepts and techniques as aids to management planning and control including budgeting, cost behavior, cost-volume-profit analysis, and responsibility accounting for managerial decision making. (SP)
  
  • AC 338 - Income Tax I

    3 Credit Hours
    Study of current principles and concepts of Federal Income Tax laws and related reporting requirements. Students will also study the tax structure and apply principles to selected accounting issues. (SP)
  
  • AC 341 - Cost Accounting

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 232   and ACL 232. A comprehensive study of fundamental cost accounting concepts and methodology of product and inventory cost determination and the effect on income measurement for manufacturing concerns. (FA)
  
  • AC 411 - Seminar in Accounting

    1-3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 333 . Topics covered give additional consideration to selected accounting problems. Current accounting issues, problems and approaches to their resolution are examined. (As needed)
  
  • AC 431 - Auditing

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 333 . The course concentrates on the conceptual and practical aspects of the examination of financial statements by independent accountants within the framework of generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing standards. Appropriate attention is also given to the objectives and distinguishing characteristics of internal and operational auditing and to the importance and relevance of the Code of Professional Conduct. (FA)
  
  • AC 435 - Advanced Accounting

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 333 . Comprehensive study of business combinations and consolidations and accounting for parent/subsidiary relationships, branches, multinational entities, and foreign subsidiaries. Partnership formation and liquidation will also be studied. (SP)
  
  • AC 439 - Income Tax II

    3 Credit Hours
    A study of the taxation of sole proprietors, partnerships and corporations and a review of the taxation of individuals. (As needed)
  
  • AC 450 - Governmental Accounting

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: AC 333 . The course introduces the student to concepts and methods of accounting for governmental and not-for-profit entities. Financial reporting, budgeting, and the environment in which these entities operate are also explored. (SP)

Africana History

  
  • HIA 337 - Topics in Africana History

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: EN 131 , EN 132 ; HI 130 . This course is designed to discuss topics of a multidisciplinary nature, taken from an historical perspective, specific to the African experience in the Diaspora. Topics vary from Credit to Credit, and include an historical analysis of key events, trends and personalities in the history of the African Diaspora. HI 338  is open to all eligible students who meet the listed s and is required for the Minor in Africana Social Sciences. (FA or SP) (By Demand)

Air Force

  
  • AF 101 - The Air Force Today (General Military Course)

    1 Credit Hour
    Corequisite: AF 101L AS 100 is a survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include mission and organization of the Air Force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force officer opportunities, and an introduction to communication skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for AFROTC cadets and complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 102 - The Air Force Today (General Military Course)

    1 Credit Hour
    Corequisite: AF 101L AS 100 is a survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include mission and organization of the Air Force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force officer opportunities, and an introduction to communication skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for AFROTC cadets and complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 102L - Leadership Laboratory

    0 Credit Hours
    Consists of Air Force customs, courtesies, health, physical fitness, field training orientation, drill and ceremonies. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 201 - The Development of Air Power (General Military Course)

    1 Credit Hour
    Corequisite: AF 201L . A course designed to examine general aspects of air and space power through a historical perspective. Utilizing this perspective, the course covers a time period from the first balloons and dirigibles to the space-age global positioning systems of the Persian Gulf War. Historical examples are provided to extrapolate the development of Air Force capabilities (competencies), and missions (functions) to demonstrate the evolution of what has become today’s USAF air and space power. Furthermore, the course examines several fundamental truths associated with war in the third dimension e.g. Principles of War and Tenets of Air and Space Power. As a whole, this course provides the students with a knowledge level understanding for the general element and employment of air and space power, from an institutional doctrinal and historical perspective. In addition, the students will continue to discuss the importance of the Air Force Core Values with the use of operational examples and historical Air Force leaders and will continue to develop their communication skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for AFROTC cadets and complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 201L - Leadership Laboratory

    0 Credit Hours
    Consists of Air Force customs, courtesies, Air Force environment, drill, ceremonies, and field training orientation. These courses are graded Pass/Fail. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 202 - The Development of Air Power (General Military Course)

    1 Credit Hour
    Corequisite: AF 202L . Continuation of AF 201 . A weekly Leadership Laboratory is mandatory. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 202L - Leadership Laboratory

    0 Credit Hours
    Consists of Air Force customs, courtesies, Air Force environment, drill, ceremonies, and field training orientation. These courses are graded Pass/Fail. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 301 - Air Force Leaders and Management (Prof. Officer Course)

    3 Credit Hours
    Corequisite: AF 301L AS 300 is a study of leadership, management fundamentals, professional knowledge, Air Force personnel and evaluation systems, leadership ethics, and communication skills required of an Air Force junior officer. Case studies are used to examine Air Force leadership and management situations as a means of demonstrating and exercising practical application of the concepts being studied. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory complements this course by providing advanced leadership experiences in officer- type activities, giving students the opportunity to apply leadership and management principles of this course. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 302 - Air Force Leadership and Management (Prof. Officer Course)

    3 Credit Hours
    Corequisite: AF 302L Continuation of AF 301 . (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 401 - National Security Forces in Contemporary American Society (Professional Officer Course)

    3 Credit Hours
    Corequisite: AF 401L . AS 400 examines the national security process, regional studies, advanced leadership ethics, and Air Force doctrine. Special topics of interest focus on the military as a profession, officership, military justice, civilian control of the military, preparation for active duty, and current issues affecting military professionalism. Within this structure, continued emphasis is given to refining communication skills. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory complements this course by providing advanced leadership experiences, giving students the opportunity to apply the leadership and management principles of this course. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 401L - Leadership Laboratory

    0 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Completion of the General Military Course or Two-Year Program selection and/or approval of the Professor of Aerospace Studies. Provides advanced leadership experiences in officer-type activities. These courses are graded Pass/Fail. (FA, SP)
  
  • AF 402 - Preparation for Active Duty (Prof. Officer Course)

    3 Credit Hours
    Corequisite: AF 402L. Continuation of AF 401 . (FA, SP)

Air Force Laboratory

  
  • AFL 101L - Leadership Laboratory

    0 Credit Hours
    Consists of Air Force customs, courtesies, health, physical fitness, field training orientation, drill and ceremonies. (FA, SP)
  
  • AFL 301L - Leadership Laboratory

    0 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Completion of the General Military Course or Two-Year Program selection and/or approval of the professor of Aerospace Studies. Provides advanced leadership experience in officer-type activities, giving students the opportunity to apply leadership and management principles. These courses are graded Pass/ Fail. (FA, SP)
  
  • AFL 302L - Leadership Laboratory

    0 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Completion of the General Military Course or Two-Year Program selection and/or approval of the professor of Aerospace Studies. Provides advanced leadership experience in officer-type activities, giving students the opportunity to apply leadership and management principles. These courses are graded Pass/ Fail. (FA, SP)
  
  • AFL 402L - Leadership Laboratory

    0 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Completion of the General Military Course or Two-Year Program selection and/or approval of the Professor of Aerospace Studies. Provides advanced leadership experiences in officer-type activities. These courses are graded Pass/Fail. (FA, SP)

Art

  
  • ART 110 - Drawing and Composition I

    3 Credit Hours
    Introduction to representational drawing with emphasis on basic skills and concepts, using the pencil as the main medium. Open to all students. (FA, SP)
  
  • ART 120 - Drawing and Composition II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 110 . Drawing and Composition I or permission of instructor. Emphasis on further development of technique and exploration of personal imagery and context and introduction to the fundamentals of drawing the human figure. (FA, SP)
  
  • ART 130 - Analysis of Visual Arts

    3 Credit Hours
    An introductory art appreciation course designed to provide a foundation for understanding the visual arts through lectures, films, hands-on activities and resource persons. Open to all students. (FA, SP) (1-2yrs Rotation)
  
  • ART 210 - Art History

    3 Credit Hours
    A broad survey of visual art forms from the Classical Period to the present. Open to all students. (FA, SP) (1- 2yrs Rotation)
  
  • ART 211 - Principles of Design I

    3 Credit Hours
    Studio course introducing the basic art elements such as line, value, and color to develop vocabulary, theory, materials, and techniques involved in creating two-dimensional design forms. Open to all students. (FA, SP) (1-2yrs Rotation)
  
  • ART 212 - Principles of Design II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 211  Principles of Design I or permission of instructor. Studio course introducing the basic art elements inherent in three-dimensional works of art. The elements of shape, mass, balance, proportion, and scale will be explored. (FA, SP) (1-2yrs Rotation)
  
  • ART 215 - Photography I

    3 Credit Hours
    Beginning course in photography and basic darkroom work with emphasis on the use of the camera, darkroom procedures of developing and printing, and the study of visual design. Open to all students. (FA, SP)
  
  • ART 216 - Photography II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 215  Photography I or permission of instructor. Advanced course with emphasis on imagery, content and refinement of techniques of the medium. Use of the camera as a medium of individual creative expression. (FA, SP)
  
  • ART 310 - Printmaking

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 110  . Drawing and Composition I or ART 211  Principles of Design I. Basic procedures and processes in printmaking. Formal and expressive characteristics of the print media with emphasis on relief printing. (FA, SP) (1-2yrs Rotation)
  
  
  • ART 314 - Acrylic Painting II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 313  Acrylic Painting I. A continuation of Acrylic Painting I. More in-depth procedures and processes in painting. Formal and expressive characteristics of the print media with emphasis expression of personal individual ideas. (FA, SP) (1-2yrs Rotation)
  
  
  • ART 318 - Silkscreening II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: ART 317 . Silkscreening I or permission of instructor. Extension of Silkscreening I with emphasis on personal expression, stylistic variations and individual development (FA, SP) (1-2yrs Rotation)
  
  • ART 320 - Selected Topics in Art

    3 Credit Hours
    Seminars for students who are interested in the study of the art of various cultures including but not restricted to African American, Mexican American, and Native American artists. Open to all students. (FA, SP) (1-2yrs Rotation)
  
  • ART 410 - Art Seminar

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. In-depth exploration/discussion of selected fields of art, either a period, an era, or topic exposing students to fundamental issues and ideas/ methodologies current in the field of art. Students may study or research an individual or project. Designed to help students develop research skills and personal vision/expression. (FA, SP) (1-2yrs Rotation)

Business

  
  • BA 110 - Introduction to Business

    3 Credit Hours
    An Introductory course designed to give students an overview of functional areas of business, business terminology, opportunities within business, and the basic concepts of the business world. This course provides a foundation for more specialized study. (FA, SP)
  
  • BA 231 - Microeconomics

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MAT 134. Considers the problem of scarcity and resource allocation. An introduction to principles, analysis, and policies, with major emphasis on the pricing behavior of business firms, on agriculture and business, the consumer, the labor unions, and the market systems. (FA, SP)
  
  • BA 232 - Macroeconomics

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MAT 134 . This is an introduction to macroeconomic analysis and its application to the American economic system. It includes such topics as the economic role of government and the banking system. The principles, policies, the determination and measurement of national income, economic growth, and the elements of monetary and fiscal theory and the performance of the aggregate economy. (FA, SP)
  
  • BA 234 - Business Law I

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, EN 132  A comprehensive course introducing students to legal Principles, business organizations, contracts, agency, legal language, critical thinking and the legal environment in business. (FA, SP)
  
  • BA 236 - Business Statistics I

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MAT 134 . An introductory course in business statistics. Topics include sampling techniques, descriptive statistics, probability, random variables and probability distribution, interval estimation, onesample tests and simple linear regression. A statistical software package is used to illustrate all methods and techniques. (FA, SP)
  
  • BA 237 - Quantitative Tools & Methods

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BA 236  & MAB 138. This course presents the fundamental concept of quantitative methods to business decision making. It is intended to present students with a sound theoretical comprehension of the role that management science occupies in the decision making process. It highlights the use of a widespread mixture of quantitative techniques to the solution of business and economic problems. (FA, SP)
  
  • BA 312 - Business Research Methods

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BA 237 . This course is designed to provide the foundation leading to the final draft of the senior thesis. It introduces students to the APA format manuscript preparation and using primary research to investigate business related problems. (Spring term as needed)
  
  • BA 334 - Business Law II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BA 234 . A study of the basic concepts of law applicable to the business profession and business endeavors, covering such topics as contracts, torts, commercial paper, agency, property, business organizations and constitutional protection. (SP)
  
  • BA 360 - Business Communication

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: EN 132 , SC 230 , BA 110 , BL 230  and ITM 110  or CS 132 . Corequisite: BA 360 L - Business Communication Lab . The mission of BA 360 is to provide School of Business undergraduates with a conceptual framework and specific tools for communicating in complex environments and accomplishing strategic academic and professional business goals. This core course provides writing, oral, and collaborative skills necessary for future business courses, internships, and professional positions. Additionally, through information competency/library research and electronic database information gathering, this course prepares students to critically analyze cases, interpret data, research alternative solutions, solve problems, organize, and write case reports. (FA, SP)
  
  • BA 360 L - Business Communication Lab

    0 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: EN 132 , SC 230 , BA 110 , BL 230 , ITM 110  or CS 132   Corequisite: BA 360   This lab course is designed to reinforce the concepts and understanding of the specific tools needed for communicating in business. The lab course is required to be taken in conjunction with BA 360 , Business Communications. The goal(s) are to provide a clear understanding of the writing, oral and collaborative skills necessary for future business courses, internships and professional positions. (FA, SP)
  
  • BA 499 - Senior Seminar

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Complete BA 237 , ITM 200 , BA 360 , and senior standing. A focus on two elements (1) professional development and (2) research methods. Professional development seeks to provide a technical competence through the creation of structured opportunities to develop oral and written communication and positive personal qualities. Additionally, guidelines and assistance will be given to finalizing a senior research paper/business plan and presenting that paper. (FA, SP)
  
  • BL 230 - Leadership and Professional Development

    2 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: EN 132 , FC 111 , BA 110  and ITM 110  or CS 132 . This course is designed to teach students the fundamentals necessary for exercising effective professional leadership skills and to meet challenges of managerial responsibilities. The rigorous course work, includes teamwork while addressing challenging “realworld” business problems, interviewing styles and strategies, written forms of business communication, business etiquette and protocol, professional developmental workshops, experiential learning projects, case study competitions, independent projects, guest lecture series, seminars and conferences. Additionally, students connect knowledge gained through coursework to the world outside of the classroom. (FA, SP)

Business Education

  
  • BE 361 - Multimedia Administrative Communications

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MU 133 , BL 230 , ITM 110 , BA 360 . This course is a comprehensive study of instructional materials, and instructional approaches for teaching Microsoft PowerPoint, Publisher, and Microsoft Front Page. Advance PowerPoint skills, including creating, modifying and customizing reports, enhancing presentations and charts are taught in this course. Also, basic Front Page 2007 skills are included to develop web page and web sites in workforce education. A basic familiarity with Microsoft Windows is essential. (As needed)
  
  • BE 411 - Seminar in Business Education

    3 Credit Hours
    A variety of seminars as related to contemporary issues, problems, and trends in business. (As needed)

Biology

  
  • BI 111 - Introduction to Biology

    1 Credit Hour
    Prerequisite: none. This one credit Hour course is a biology preparation course to be taken in the biology major’s first Credit. The course is designed to introduce fundamental concepts of biology and chemistry to ensure success in introductory courses. (FA)
  
  • BI 131 - General Biology (General Education Requirement)

    3 Credit Hours
    Corequisite: BIL 131. A general course for the non-science major that stresses the basic principles of life, including cell biology, genetics, cancer, and AIDS as unifying integrative concepts. Special attention is devoted to the study of human structure and function. Lectures two Hours and laboratory two Hours per week. (FA,SP,SU)
  
  • BI 141 - General Biology I (For Science Majors)

    3 Credit Hours
    Corequisite: Co-requisite for all but nursing majors BIL 141 . First of a three-course sequence. Course is designed to provide the basis for major work in the field. These courses offer an in-depth overview of the primary principles of cellular, molecular, and organismal biology. Required of all science, science education, nursing, allied health, and mathematics majors and minors. (FA,SP,SU)
  
  • BI 142 - General Biology II (For Science Majors)

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 141 . Corequisite: BIL 142 . Second course of a three-course sequence, designed to provide the basis for major work in the field. The course continues the in-depth overview of the primary principles of cellular, molecular, and organismal biology with emphasis on genetics and evolution. Required of all biology, and biology education majors. (FA,SP,SU)
  
  • BI 150 - General Biology, Honors

    3 Credit Hours
    Corequisite: BIL 151. A course that is designed specifically for honors students who are not science majors. The goal of this course is to introduce modern biological principles and to evaluate their impact on society and humans in general. The contents are flexible enough to introduce new ideas and discussions during the span of the course. Lecture, 2 Hours and laboratory, 2 Hours. (FA,SP,SU).
  
  • BI 222 - Biology Sophomore Seminar

    1 Credit Hour
    Prerequisite: biology major. This seminar will provide students with practice writing in scientific format and critically reading scientific literature. Students will also be exposed to a range of investigative methodologies through this reading. As part of the class, students will review and take the sophomore biology comprehensive exam. (SP)
  
  • BI 235 - Anatomy and Physiology I

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 141  and BI 142  , CH 141 . A lecture/laboratory study of the structure and function of the human body. It includes a study of cells, tissues, the skeletal system, the muscular system, the nervous system, and the special senses. Anatomy and physiology is presented as one integrated subject with laboratory exercises and demonstrations related to material presented. Lecture three Hours and laboratory 3 Hours per week. (FA,SP,SU).
  
  • BI 236 - Anatomy and Physiology II

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 141  and BI 142 , CH 141 , BI 235 . A lecture/laboratory study of blood, interstitial tissue and the lymph system as well as the structure and function of the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory, reproductive, and endocrine systems. Some attention to pathology is included. Anatomy and physiology is presented as one integrated subject with laboratory exercises and demonstrations related to material presented. Lecture three Hours and laboratory 3 Hours per week. (FA,SP,SU)
  
  • BI 240 - General Biology III

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 141 , BIL 141 . Corequisite: BIL 240 . Lecture/laboratory course is the third of a three course sequence for science majors. The course continues the in-depth overview of the primary principals of molecular, cellular, and organismal biology with emphasis on phylogeny, animal and plant diversity and an introduction to ecology and the biosphere. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (FA,SP,SU)
  
  • BI 241 - General Zoology

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 141 and 142. Corequisite: BIL 241. Introduction to the principles of biology with special reference to structure, body functions, natural history, classification, and evolution of the invertebrate animals. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week.
  
  • BI 244 - Microbiology

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 142 , CH 141 , or approval of the instructor. Corequisite: BIL 244. A study of morphology, physiology, nutrition and growth of microbes, including taxonomy and practical identification of the major microbial groups. Other topics to be discussed include immunology and the role of microorganisms in public health, industrial processes, and the cycle of nature. Laboratory practice includes use of the microscope, aseptic technique, media preparation, and microbiological experimentation. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (FA,SP,SU)
  
  • BI 303 - Pathophysiology I

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 235  and BI 236 . The first of a two-course sequence designed to provide a comprehensive presentation of the underlying principles common to all disease processes. The course will examine the changes that occur in the disease state of cells, tissues and organs, compared to their normal functions. (FA)
  
  • BI 304 - Pathophysiology II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 303 . The second of a two-course sequence designed to provide a comprehensive presentation of the underlying principles common to all disease processes. The course will examine the changes that occur in the disease state of cells, tissues and organs, compared to their normal functions. (SP)
  
  • BI 330 - Bioinformatics

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: s BI 141  and BI 142  , MAT 135 , CS 132  or 133 or demonstration of equivalent computer literacy. The student must know how to use computers running either Windows or UNIX, and how to access and use the Internet for searching and research. Acceptable computer competency is subject to instructor approval. This junior level course is designed to teach the principles of data types, data storage, data mining and their applications to computational biology and the flow of bio-information as envisioned in the Central Dogma of molecular biology. (FA) (Alternating Years)
  
  • BI 331 - Botany I

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 141 , BI 142 , CH 141 , CH 142  or approval of the instructor. Study of nonvascular and vascular plants with emphasis on their structure, reproduction and phylogenetic relationships. A lecture/laboratory course. Lecture 2 Hours, laboratory 2 Hours per week. Typically taught in the fall.
  
  • BI 332 - Botany II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 331  and CH 241  or approval of the instructor. A study of vascular plants with emphasis on their structure, physiology, development, reproduction and environment relationships. It includes identification of vascular plants. Emphasis will be given to plant Physiology/Biochemistry. Lecture 2 Hours, laboratory 2 Hours per week. Typically taught in the spring.
  
  • BI 340 - Molecular Biology

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 241 , BI 244  , CH 241  or approval of instructor. A lecture/laboratory course, topics include a survey of the structure, chemistry and function of proteins and nucleic acids; enzyme kinetics and mechanisms of catalysis; regulation of gene expression at the level of DNA, RNA and protein synthesis in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (FA)
  
  • BI 341 - Comparative Zoology

    4 Credit Hours
    This is a one-Credit course that is designed to introduce the student to the diversity of animal live and their adaptations. Focus will be on natural history, phylogenetic relationships, and how structure relates to function. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (SP)
  
  • BI 345 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 241  -242 or approval of the instructor. Corequisite: BIL 345L. A comparative study of the structure and evolution of organ systems in the different vertebrate groups. Representative forms are studied in the laboratory. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. Typically taught in the fall.
  
  • BI 346 - Vertebrate Embryology

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 141 -BI 142 , CH 241  or approval of the instructor. A study of the development of the vertebrate body from the maturation of the germ cell through the appearance of the organ systems; laboratory studies of the frog, chick and the pig embryos. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (SP)
  
  • BI 351 - Plant Physiology

    4 Credit Hours
    This course is designed as an introduction to the biochemical aspects of vascular plants. It covers the principal physiological processes of higher plants including water relations, mineral nutrition, photosynthesis, respiration, hormones, flowering and stress physiology. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (SP)
  
  • BI 360 - Special Methods in Biology

    3 Credit Hours
    Methods of Instructional Planning, Teaching, Classroom Evaluation, and Professional Laboratory. (On Demand)
  
  • BI 410 - Topics in Biological Science

    6 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor. Presentation of various topics from the biological sciences and selected laboratory exercises by faculty and guest lecturers. Topics are selected to facilitate development of strong biological science programs in secondary schools. (On Demand)
  
  • BI 411 - Seminar in Biology

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Student presentations and discussion on special topics in biology. Theme varies from year to year in areas such as developmental biology, cell biology, animal physiology, genetics and biochemistry.
  
  • BI 412 - Seminar in Biology

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Student presentations and discussion on special topics in biology. Theme varies from year to year in areas such as developmental biology, cell biology, animal physiology, genetics and biochemistry.
  
  • BI 437 - General Ecology

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 141  and BI 142 , CH 242  or approval of the instructor. A lecture/laboratory/field study of the basic principles of ecology with emphasis on man and his interaction with the environment. Special attention will be given to environmentally related health problems. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (FA)
  
  • BI 440 - Research

    3-6 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Approval of Department Chair/ Student success coach. Research on a departmentally approved topic or project conducted either in collaboration with university faculty or external mentor. (On Demand)
  
  • BI 446 - Animal Physiology

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 142 , CH 242  A study of the fundamental physiological activities of living cells, the physicochemical properties of protoplasm, nutrition, osmoregulation, excretion and coordination in the major animal groups. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (Alternating Years)
  
  • BI 447 - Genetics

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 142 , CH 241  or approval of the instructor. A study of the basic principles of heredity and variation and their applications to plants and animals with emphasis on man. The fruit fly, Drosophila, is used in a series of experiments in the laboratory. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (FA)
  
  • BI 449 - General Bacteriology

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 141 , BI 142  and CH 242  or approval of the instructor. A study of bacteria and related microorganisms, their distribution, identification, classification, morphology, physiology, cultivation, pathology, methods of handling, and economic importance. Lecture, three Hours, laboratory, three Hours per week. (Alternating Years)
  
  • BI 450 - Cell Biology

    4 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: BI 142 , BI 241 ; CH 241 , or approval of instructor. Advanced survey of cell organelles, their composition, origin and the relationship between their structures and function. Recent literature and current developments in cell biology will be emphasized. Lecture 3 Hours, laboratory 3 Hours per week. (SP)
  
  • BI 499 - Senior Seminar

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: Senior status, permission of the student success coach. This course, which is required for all biology majors prior to graduation, will be used for the successful completion of a senior thesis and to introduce students to the general use of the computer and the Internet as a means of scientific information retrieval. The thesis requirement may be fulfilled through literature research of a topic of interest or data gathered through previous or current laboratory research. The student will be required to present and defend the senior thesis and pass a senior exit exam. (SP)

Biology Laboratory

  
  • BIL 141 - General Biology Laboratory

    1 Credit Hour
    Corequisite: BI 141 . Laboratory experiments and demonstrations related to material presented in BI 141 . Laboratory requirement is three Hours per week. (FA,SP,SU)
  
  • BIL 142 - General Biology Laboratory

    1 Credit Hour
    Corequisite: BI 142 . Laboratory experiments and demonstrations related to material presented in BI 142 . Laboratory requirement is three Hours per week. (FA,SP,SU)
  
  • BIL 240 - General Biology III Lab

    1 Credit Hour
    Corequisite: BI 240 . Laboratory experiments and demonstrations related to material presented in BI 240 . Laboratory requirement is three Hours per week. (FA,SP,SU)

Chemistry

  
  • CH 131 - Introductory Chemistry

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: MAT 131  or consent of instructor. This is an introduction to the elementary principles of modern chemistry including scientific measurements, stoichiometry, atomic structure, equations, gas laws, solutions, and the more important elements and their compounds. This is a one Credit non-laboratory course designed (1) for the non-science major and (2) as a preparatory course for majors in science and mathematics who have not had a rigorous high school chemistry course. (FA,SP)
  
  • CH 141 - General Chemistry I

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: One year of high school chemistry or CH 131 . Corequisite: CHL 141L. Fundamental laws and theories of chemistry; elementary quantum theory; atomic and molecular structure; stoichiometry; chemical bonding; properties of gases, liquids, and solids; calculations; properties of selected common elements and compounds; oxidation numbers; nomenclature. (FA,SP)
  
  • CH 142 - General Chemistry II

    3 Credit Hours
    Prerequisite: CH 141  and CH 141L Corequisite: Co-requisites CH 142L and MAT 135  (or higher). Continuing the study of elements and compounds, chemical laws, solutions, electrolytes, acids and bases, salts, oxidation-reduction, equilibrium, solubility product, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and selected topics. (FA,SP,SU)
 

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