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2015-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

 

Biology
  
  

  • BIOL 4160 - Evolution (3)

    (Formerly BIO 416). A study of current evolutionary theory, including systematics, with an examination of macroevolutionary patterns and microevolutionary processes. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 .
  

  • BIOL 4170 - Senior Seminar (1)

    (Formerly BIO 417). Current problems in biology. A minimum of one semester required of all seniors in the Department. Meets one hour per week.
  

  • BIOL 4180 - Senior Seminar (1)

    (Formerly BIO 418). Current problems in biology. A minimum of one semester required of all seniors in the Department. Meets one hour per week.
  

  • BIOL 4190 - Junior Honors Research (3)

    (Formerly BIO 419). Open to juniors and seniors of outstanding attainment who have demonstrated high achievements in their major field. It offers opportunity to do individual research under the direction of a member of the Department faculty. (Elective)
  

  • BIOL 4200, 4201 - Invertebrate Zoology and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly 420, 420L). Study of the morphology, physiology, taxonomy, and life histories of the invertebrates. Emphasis is placed on the systemic developments of invertebrate types. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 . (Elective)
  

  • BIOL 4210, 4211 - Embryology and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 421, 421L). A general consideration of gametogenesis, fertilization, cleavage in animals and the early development of echinoderms, protochordates, and selected vertebrates, with emphasis on early development of the chick. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3240, 3241  are strongly recommended.
  

  • BIOL 4220, 4221 - Endocrinology and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 422, 422L). The function of vertebrate hormones, with emphasis on those concerned in the physiology of reproduction. Topics include techniques used in small animal surgery in endocrine research. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 4210, 4211 . (Elective)
  
  

  • BIOL 4240, 4241 - Introduction to Parasitology and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 424, 424L). Animal parasites and their methods of entering the body of man and mammals. The several types of host-parasite relationships are surveyed, with emphasis on the effects of parasites on or within the hosts, immunogenic responses by the host to parasitism, and a history of the discipline. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 . (Elective)
  

  • BIOL 4260, 4261 - Field Zoology and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 426, 426L). Study of selected groups of animals. Methods of collecting, classifying, and preserving will be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121 , BIOL 2120, 2121 . (Elective)
  

  • BIOL 4270, 4271 - Physiology and Pathophysiology I and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 427, 427L). A closely integrated series of lectures and laboratory demonstrations which emphasize human physiology and pathophysiology. Physiology of the nervous system, blood circulation, respiration, and special senses is considered, as is the basic and applied physiology of the digestive, excretory, and endocrine systems. Mechanisms of integrating various systems are emphasized. Must be taken in sequence. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121  or BIOL 2110, 2111 , BIOL 2120, 2121  and CHEM 211, 211L.
  

  • BIOL 4272, 4273 - Physiology and Pathophysiology and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 427A, 427K). An accelerated one-semester series of lectures and laboratory demonstrations which emphasize human physiology and pathophysiology. Immune response, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, electrolytic, respiratory, renal, neurological, endocrinal, reproductive, and musculoskeletal disorders are considered. Both courses are required of Nursing majors. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121  or BIOL 2210, 2211 , BIOL 2220, 2221  and CHEM 1110, 1111 .
  

  • BIOL 4280, 4281 - Physiology and Pathophysiology II and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 428, 428L). A closely integrated series of lectures and laboratory demonstrations which emphasize human physiology and pathophysiology. Physiology of the nervous system, blood circulation, respiration, and special senses is considered, as is the basic and applied physiology of the digestive, excretory, and endocrine systems. Mechanisms of integrating various systems are emphasized. Must be taken in sequence. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110, 1111 , BIOL 1120, 1121  or BIOL 2210, 2211 , BIOL 2220, 2221  and CHEM 211, 211L.
  

  • BIOL 4300, 4301 - Introduction to Plant Physiology and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 430, 430L). Consideration of the functions of digestion, nutrition, growth, photosynthesis, respiration, translocation, photoperiodism, plant hormones, transpiration, and water relations as occurring in typical green plants. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3320, 3321  and CHEM 1110, 1111 , CHEM 1120, 1121 .
  

  • BIOL 4320, 4321 - Field Botany and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 432, 432L). A course designed to acquaint the student with basic principles of plant classification and identification, the use of manuals with reference made to the families, genera, and species of the local flora. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3320, 3321 . (Elective)
  

  • BIOL 4400, 4401 - Pathogenic Microorganisms and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 440, 440L). Survey of the important features of host-parasite interaction. Characteristics of the organisms, host hypersensitivity, and natural and acquired immunity are considered as contributing factors toward this interaction. Modern preventive methods are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3410, 3411 .
  

  • BIOL 4410, 4411 - Immunology and Serology and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 441, 441L). Theories of immunity and training in serological methods and procedures for immunization. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3410, 3411 . (Elective)
  

  • BIOL 4420, 4421 - Virology and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly BIO 442, 442L). Survey of bacterial, plant, and animal viruses with emphasis on their infectious cycles. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3410, 3411 . (Elective)
  

  • BIOL 4724 - Student Teaching (9)

    (Formerly BIO 427S). A semester-long experience of supervised practice teaching, appropriately divided between middle school and high school. Required of all students seeking certification in the teaching of biology. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all certification courses except EDCI 470A, which is taken concurrently. Corequisite(s): EDCI 470A
  
  

  • BIOL 4911 - Modern Scientific Methods (3)

    (Formerly BIO 491). Use and applications of modern laboratory equipment and techniques. Prerequisite: BIOL 4900, 4901 .
  

  • BIOL 4920 - Honors Undergraduate Research (4)

    (Formerly BIO 492). Intramural and extramural biomedical research experiences.
  

  • BIOL 4930 - Current Biomedical Topics (0)

    (Formerly BIO 493). Training in critical analysis and oral presentations of current journal publications in selected biomedical fields. Ethical issues including plagiarism, falsification, fabrication, and misconduct in research are discussed. All MARC Trainees must register in this course each semester.
  

  • BIOL 4940 - MARC Seminar Series (1-1&2)

    (Formerly 494). Exposure to current presentations by eminent scientists in biomedical research.
  

  • BIOL 4950 - MARC Seminar Series (1-1&2)

    (Formerly 495). Exposure to current presentations by eminent scientists in biomedical research.

Business Information Systems Education
  

  • BISE 3150 - Business Communications (3)

    This course encompasses the study of principles, practices, and mechanics of writing in modern business as well as critical thinking and analytical skills that focus on report organization and presentations, problem solving, and argument building. Students will utilize technology in demonstrating presentation and organization skills associated with oral and written communications in a business environment.
  

  • BISE 3350 - Business Research & Report Writing (3)

    Designed to help students develop a clear, concise, and correct research writing style; to help students collect, analyze, organize, interpret, and present business data in MLA style. Prerequisite(s): BISE 3150 .
  

  • BISE 3400 - Desktop Presentation Tools (3)

    This course is an introduction to concepts and methods of electronic (desktop) publishing that prepares students to design page layouts for packaging, publications, marketing communications and interactive multimedia. Features essential to multimedia presentations are integrated with techniques for capturing and editing photos to produce business publications. Students will develop skills and knowledge in industry standard computer software to produce multipurpose visual communications. Prerequisite(s): BISI 2150 .
  

  • BISE 4000 - Information and Media Management (3)

    Provides a detailed treatment of information and media management. Media is defined as the information storage format, and includes paper, micro-records, electronic, video, and other forms of information generation, recording, and storage. Students will develop an understanding of the information life cycle, information value, and how information serves as a critical organizational asset. Legal and ethical issues, information resource management, and varying cultural conventions governing information management are presented. Prerequisite(s): BISI 2150 .
  

  • BISE 4300 - Administrative Office Management (3)

    Designed to help students develop an understanding of the complexities associated with systems, methods, and procedures for efficient office management. Prerequisite(s): BISI 2150 .

Business Information Systems
  

  • BISI 2150 - Microcomputer Applications (3)

    This course is designed to give students hands-on experience to microcomputer applications (word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other business applications including the Internet). All applications software utilized are windows based. Therefore, an introduction to the Windows platform as well as a brief overview of microcomputer concepts is included as components of this course. This course can be used to satisfy a microcomputer applications proficiency requirement at most four-year institutions.
  

  • BISI 3160 - Business Application Development (3)

    This course is targeted to the student who has no or very little programming knowledge and experience. The goal of this course is to get the student get prepared for the more advanced programming courses. Students will understand the nature of programming as human activity, learn and experience main components of programming process, understand main control structures of procedural and object-oriented programming languages, learn and be able to use major programming logic tools to design a program. The course will provide hands-on demonstration of program design using selected procedural and objected-oriented languages.
  

  • BISI 3230 - Management Information Systems (3)

    This course will introduce the topic of information systems (IS) and discuss how organizations use information systems to support a variety of tasks ranging from basic day-to-day activities to creating competitive advantage in the market place. The course follows an overview of the types of information systems, basic IS hardware and software, computer networks, the impacts of IS on organizations and society, ethical use of information systems, and how to analyze and design information systems. The broad topic coverage in this course is to provide the necessary foundation to understand the ever increasing relationship between information systems, organizations, and society in general. Throughout the semester, students will be given hands-on assignments to review their understanding of applying microcomputer applications to solving business problems.
  

  • BISI 3260 - Object-Oriented Programming (3)

    Provides an introduction to programming in the business environment using the dot net framework. Students will create user interfaces by selection and placement of objects on the user screen, set priorities on those objects, refine their appearance and behavior, and write code procedures to react to events that occur in the user interface. Prerequisite(s): BISI 2150 .
  

  • BISI 3360 - Applied Information Technology (3)

    This course provides an introduction to computer hardware and system software in the context of a microcomputer. The course will include a hands-on approach to hardware/software installation and configuration, troubleshooting, and introduction to computer networking. Prerequisite(s): BISI 2150 .
  

  • BISI 3500 - Data Mining (3)

    This course will cover both the predictive and descriptive models of analysis to discover patterns and relationships in sets of data. The total knowledge discovery process will be examined including; identification of the problem to be solved, collection and preparation of data, deploying the models, and interpreting and monitoring results.
  

  • BISI 3610 - Introduction to Relational Databases (3)

    This course provides an introduction to the design, organization, and use of a relational database.
  

  • BISI 3620 - Relational Data Administration (3)

    This course includes topics on database administration. Specifics include the creation of database objects, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring. Prerequisite(s): BISI 3610 .
  

  • BISI 4150 - Database Systems (3)

    Study of data concepts, planning, database management, database design, current trends, and commercial products. Topics included are: Database models, Structured Query Language (SQL), Entity-Relationship Modeling (E-R), and normalization. Students will develop a single-user database system. Prerequisite(s): BISI 3230  (or Consent of the Instructor).
  

  • BISI 4230 - Analysis, Design, and Implementation (3)

    Use of information systems techniques to solve managerial and organizational problems of limited complexity. The course includes discussion of various System Development Life Cycles. Students will use a SDLC approach for the analysis and design of a semester long project. Prerequisite(s): BISI 4150 .
  

  • BISI 4240 - End-User Computing Development (3)

    This course addresses the links between information technology, people, and organizational goals as well as project management from the information systems perspective. The course also features an end-user approach to project management by providing a comprehensive, practical, up-to-date treatment of information technology evaluation, selection, acquisition, and management. Business process is reviewed with emphasis given to strategies of deploying the technology into the workplace. Prerequisite(s): BISI 3230 .
  

  • BISI 4250 - Decision Support Systems (3)

    Key technical and managerial issues in the development and use of decision support systems in organizations are addressed. Strategic management decision making and the role of DSS in the process are explored. Contemporary topics including Expert Systems, Executive Information Systems, data warehousing, data visualization, and Group Decision Support Systems are reviewed. Prerequisite(s): BISI 3230 .
  

  • BISI 4260 - Training Strategies for BIS Professionals (3)

    Designed to provide BIS undergraduate student exposure to training and development theory as it relates to the adult learner. The role of the technical trainer in providing information systems concepts will be investigated. Needs analysis and methods for developing appropriate training as a practitioner are investigated. Prerequisite(s): BISI 3230 .
  

  • BISI 4300 - Business Telecommunications (3)

    Provides a broad overview of the telecommunications field as well as the implications for business and industry. Prerequisite(s): BISI 3230 .
  

  • BISI 4360 - PC Networks (3)

    Principles and specific implementation of a local area network system; including predominant networking product methodologies. Includes extensive network administration exercises. Prerequisite(s): BISI 3230 .
  

  • BISI 4364 - Network Security and Administration (3)

    This course provides the student with an introduction to network and information security. The student will learn basic terminology and concepts of security and apply them to computer networks. Specific topics will include security policy and procedures, computer networks, user authentication and authorization, encryption, computer crime, network attacks and network protection. Prerequisite(s): BISI 4360 .
  

  • BISI 4400 - Introduction to Web Site Development (3)

    This class is designed to give the student the knowledge and skills to build creative, interactive, and well-designed web sites. The intention is to balance technical skills with artistic skills to create web pages that are conceptually interesting, easily navigable, visually pleasing, and functional. The focus is on client side webpage processing. Before employing a Web authoring tool, students are first introduced to the use of Notepad to learn basic html elements. Topics in this course include broad overview of the Internet and the World Wide Web, html, cascading style sheets, and JavaScript.
  

  • BISI 4410 - Web Site Development (3)

    This is the capstone course in the E-business curriculum. This course covers the design and implementation of a Web site similar to one used by an E-Commerce Business. This course emphasizes dynamic content driven web development using database concepts. The course covers both client-side and server-side programming. Prerequisite(s): BISI 4400  and BISI 4150 .
  

  • BISI 4550 - Project Management (3)

    This course is an introduction to the project management process, with special emphasis on its life cycle, the organizations that are involved in it, and the tools used in managing and delivering projects. The course takes a holistic, integrated approach to management of projects; exploring both technical and managerial challenges. It emphasizes not only individual project execution, but also provides a strategic perspective, demonstrating means to manage projects at the program and portfolio levels. Overall, the course strikes a balance by using cases, examples, and problems from a variety of project types, including IT examples, construction, engineering, manufacturing, new product development, R&D, and services.
  

  • BISI 4800 - Internship (3)

    Designed to provide BIS students the opportunity to obtain supervised information systems related-work experience. Theory and reading assignments complement work experience. Student activity and progress must be monitored, evaluated, and graded by an assigned full-time BIS faculty member. Prerequisite(s): Consent of Department Chair and full admission to the Upper Division.
  

  • BISI 4810/4820 - Seminar in Information Systems (3/3)

    Provides an in-depth study of current BIS topics. Extensive readings/research on current information system developments are reviewed and discussed. Prerequisite(s): BISI 4150  and Consent of Department Chair.
  

  • BISI 4900 - Practicum (3)

    Provides the senior BIS student an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in assisting users in resolving user/systems software related problems. Prerequisite(s): BISI 3230  and Consent of Department Chair.
  

  • BISI 4990 - Independent Study in BIS (3)

    Provides the outstanding student the opportunity to investigate in-depth, an approved information systems topic. A senior faculty member of the department will coordinate the work of each individual student. Prerequisite(s): BISI 3230  and Consent of the Department Chair.

Business Law
  

  • BLAW 3000 - Legal and Ethical Environment of Business (3)

    A study of the legal and ethical aspects of the business environment and the legal rights and liabilities of business persons. Includes the development and nature of the legal system; alternate dispute resolution; business and the Constitution; torts; business crimes; antitrust; administrative law; employment discrimination; securities regulations and international law. Ethical topics include deontology, teleology, social contract theory, codes of ethics, and influence of the group.
  

  • BLAW 3230 - Business Law (3)

    A study of the legal rights and potential liabilities of business persons, including an introduction to the nature of the legal system and the basic law of contracts. Uniform Commercial Code, sales, secured transactions, and bankruptcy. Prerequisite(s): BLAW 3000 .
  

  • BLAW 3240 - Business Law II (3)

    A study of the legal rights and potential liabilities of business persons, including the basic legal principles of agency, partnerships, corporations and securities, personal property and bailment, real property and environmental controls, U.C.C. and commercial paper. Prerequisite(s): BLAW 3000 

Chemistry
  

  • CHEM 1000, 1001 - Basic Chemistry and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 100, 100L). A study of the fundamentals of chemistry. Topics include the metric system, atomic theory, inorganic nomenclature, chemical stoichiometry, properties of gases, liquids and solutions, and acid/base chemistry. Laboratory component emphasizes basic qualitative and quantitative measurements and data interpretation. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Offered in fall and spring.
  

  • CHEM 1030, 1031 - General Chemistry for Non-Science Majors I and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 1030 and 1031). A course for non-science majors that focuses on the application of chemistry to society. Topics such as air and water pollution, ozone depletion, global warming, energy, acid rain, and other current environmental issues will be surveyed and implications for personal and societal decisions explored. Laboratory component focuses on the principles learned in lecture. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Offered in fall and spring.
  

  • CHEM 1040, 1041 - General Chemistry for Non-Science Majors II and Laboratory. (4)

    A continuation of CHEM 1030, 1031 . Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1030, 1031 . Offered in fall and spring.
  

  • CHEM 1100, 1101 - Fundamentals of Organic and Biological Chemistry (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 101, 101L). A study of the fundamentals of organic chemistry, biochemistry and environmental chemistry. Topics include the nature of organic compounds, and the chemistry and metabolism of biochemical macromolecules and current environmental issues. Laboratory emphasizes principles learned in lecture. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): High school chemistry or CHEM 1000, 1001  and two years of high school algebra or MATH 1010. Offered in fall and spring.
  

  • CHEM 1110, 1111 - General Chemistry I and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 1010, 1011). A comprehensive study of chemical principles designed for students pursuing a career in chemistry or other scientific areas. Topics include the metric system and scientific notation, compounds of matter, nomenclature, composition and reaction stoichiometry, types of chemical reactions, thermochemistry, atomic structure, theories of bonding, gases and the kinetic molecular theory, liquids, solids, and thermodynamics. Laboratory complements lecture topics and emphasizes qualitative and quantitative measurements and data interpretation. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): High school chemistry or CHEM 1000, 1001 , and two years high school algebra or MATH 1110 . Offered in fall, spring, and summer.
  

  • CHEM 1112, 1113 - Honors General Chemistry I and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 1012, 121K). For Chemistry majors and University Honors Program students only. Topics covered are similar to CHEM 1110, 1111 , but the depth of understanding expected is greater. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): High school chemistry or CHEM 1000, 1001 , and two years high school algebra or MATH 1110 . Offered only in fall.
  

  • CHEM 1120, 1121 - General Chemistry II and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 1020, 1021). A continuation of CHEM 1110, 1111 . Topics include solutions, acid/base reactions, chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, gaseous equilibria, acid/base and solubility chemical equilibria, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and descriptive organic and inorganic chemistry. Laboratory complements lecture topics and emphasizes qualitative and quantitative measurements, and data interpretation and manipulation. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1110, 1111 . Offered in fall, spring, and summer.
  

  • CHEM 1122, 1123 - Honors General Chemistry II and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 1022, 122K). A continuation of CHEM 1112, 1113 . Topics covered are similar to CHEM 1120, 1121 , but the depth of understanding expected is greater. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1112, 1113  Offered only in spring.
  

  • CHEM 2010, 2011 - Organic Chemistry I and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 211, 211L). A systematic study of the physical and chemical properties of hydrocarbons and their derivatives. Topics include chemical bonding, structural formula and physical properties, nomenclature, stereochemistry, synthesis and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, and alcohols. Reaction mechanism is emphasized. Laboratory component focuses on reaction set-ups, recrystallization, melting point, distillation, extraction, chromatography, and reactions. CHEM 2010, 2011 is required of all Chemistry majors. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120, 1121  or CHEM 1122, 1123 . Offered in fall, spring, and summer.
  

  • CHEM 2012, 2013 - Honors Organic Chemistry I and Laboratory (4)

    Formerly CHEM 211H, 211K). For Chemistry majors and University Honors Program students only. Topics are similar to CHEM 2010, 2011 , but covered in greater detail. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1122, 1123 . Offered only in fall.
  

  • CHEM 2020, 2021 - Organic Chemistry II and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 212 and 212L). A continuation of CHEM 2010, 2011 . Emphasis is on the synthesis, reactions, and spectroscopic identification of aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds (includes aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives), and amines. Reaction mechanism is strongly emphasized. Laboratory component exposes students to multi-step synthesis, and spectroscopic and chromatographic characterization of reaction products. CHEM 2020, 2021 is required of all Chemistry majors. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2010, 2011 . Offered in fall, spring, and summer.
  

  • CHEM 2022, 2023 - Honors Organic Chemistry II and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 212H, 212K). A continuation of CHEM 2012, 2013 . Topics covered are similar to CHEM 2020, 2021 , but covered in greater detail. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2012, 2013 . Offered only in spring.
  

  • CHEM 2100, 2101 - Introduction to Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 210 ,210L). Quantitative methods of chemical analysis. Topics include data manipulation, error analysis and statistical methods; chemical equilibria; acid/base, complexometric and precipitation titrimetry; spectrometric methods; chemical separations and chromatography; analytical glassware, equipment, and instrumentation; and use of computer spreadsheet programs. Laboratory component directly parallels lecture topics. Required of all Chemistry majors Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120, 1121 , or CHEM 1122, 1123 . Offered in fall and spring.
  

  • CHEM 2500 - Introduction to Pharmacology (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 250). An introductory study of mechanisms, dosages, and side effects of pharmacological classes of medication. Three lectures per week. Offered only in fall.
  

  • CHEM 3000 - Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 300). An introduction to descriptive inorganic chemistry. Emphasis is on periodicity in structure and reactivity. Topics include bonding, boron chemistry, catalysis, coordination compounds and reaction mechanisms, electronic spectroscopy, and bio-inorganic chemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120, 1121 . Offered only in the fall.
  

  • CHEM 3185 - Cooperative Education I (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 318A). Supervised and approved program of learning experiences undertaken by students in governmental, business, or industrial setting. Formal proposals, project objectives, or learning plans are reviewed and approved by faculty. Student activities and progress are monitored, evaluated, and graded by a full-time faculty member. Prerequisite(s): permission of Department Chair. Offered only in the fall.
  

  • CHEM 3186 - Cooperative Education II (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 318B). Supervised and approved program of learning experiences undertaken by students in governmental, business, or industrial setting. Formal proposals, project objectives, or learning plans are reviewed and approved by faculty. Student activities and progress are monitored, evaluated, and graded by a full-time faculty member. Prerequisite(s): permission of Department Chair. Offered only in the fall.
  

  • CHEM 3187 - Cooperative Education III (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 318C). Supervised and approved program of learning experiences undertaken by students in governmental, business, or industrial setting. Formal proposals, project objectives, or learning plans are reviewed and approved by faculty. Student activities and progress are monitored, evaluated, and graded by a full-time faculty member. Prerequisite(s): permission of Department Chair. Offered only in the fall.
  

  • CHEM 3200, 3201 - Physiological Biochemistry and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 320, 320L). The fundamentals of human physiological chemistry. Required of majors in foods and nutrition. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3600, 3601  Not available for students having credit for CHEM 4700, 4701 . Offered only in spring.
  

  • CHEM 3210, 3211 - Physical Chemistry I and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 321, 321L). Topics covered include the laws of thermodynamics and their application to physical processes and chemical systems, ideal and real gases, single and multi-component phase equilibrium, solutions of non-electrolytes and electrolytes, and electrochemistry. Laboratory component emphasizes the material covered in lecture. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1910  CHEM 2100, 2101 , and either CHEM 2020, 2021  or CHEM 2022, 2023 . Offered only in fall.
  

  • CHEM 3220, 3221 - Physical Chemistry II and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 322, 322L). A continuation of CHEM 3210, 3211 . Topics include kinetic molecular theory, transport processes, reaction kinetics, quantum mechanics, atomic structure, molecular electronic structure, spectroscopy, and photochemistry. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3210, 3211 . Offered only in spring.
  

  • CHEM 3410, 3411 - General Biochemistry I and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 341, 341L). A study of the chemical and physical properties and biological functions of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Topics include cell membranes, enzyme kinetics and mechanisms, replication, transcription, and translation. Laboratory component emphasizes ionization of acids and bases, pH and buffers, important biochemical techniques, and the chemistry of the major classes of biological compounds. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2010, 2011 . Offered in fall, spring, and summer.
  

  • CHEM 3420, 3421 - General Biochemistry II and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 342, 342L). A continuation of CHEM 3410, 3411 . Study of the major catabolic and anabolic pathways, including their chemical reactions, energetics, and regulation. Additional topics include hormones, vitamins, and biochemical function of various organs. Laboratory emphasizes biochemical and molecular techniques associated with the study of metabolism. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3410, 3411 . Offered in fall, spring, and summer.
  

  • CHEM 3500 - Atmospheric Chemistry (3)

    A study of the chemical processes determining the composition of the Earth’s atmosphere including photochemistry, kinetics, thermodynamics, and biogeochemical cycling. This knowledge is applied to the study of aerosols and their impacts on climate and visibility, stratospheric ozone and ozone depletion, oxidation chemistry, ozone air pollution and acid rain, and Arctic and Atmospheric chemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2020, 2021 , CHEM 3210, 3211 . Recommended: CHEM 2100, 2101 . Offered on demand.
  

  • CHEM 3600, 3601 - Organic Chemistry and Organic Survey Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 360 and 360L). Study of important classes of organic compounds. Emphasis is placed upon the study of hydrocarbons and their principal derivatives: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, oils, vitamins, and dyes. Designed for majors in Agriculture, Home Economics, and Allied Health. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120, 1121 . Not available for students having credit for CHEM 2010, 2011 , CHEM 2020, 2021 . Offered only in fall.
  

  • CHEM 3710 - Methods of Teaching High School Chemistry (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 371). A course in the methods of teaching chemistry in the secondary school. Clinical and field-based experiences which call for active participation by students are part of the course requirements. Required of all Chemistry majors in the Teacher Education Program. Prerequisite(s): official admission to the Teacher Education Program. Offered on demand.
  

  • CHEM 4005 - Special Topics in Analytical Chemistry. (3)

    Selective topics in Analytical Chemistry which are current and relevant to the discipline. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor. Offered on demand.
  

  • CHEM 4006 - Special Topics in Biochemistry. (3)

    Selective topics in Biochemistry which are current and relevant to the discipline. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor. Offered on demand.
  

  • CHEM 4007 - Special Topics in Inorganic Chemistry. (3)

    Selective topics in Inorganic Chemistry which are current and relevant to the discipline. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Three lectures per week. Offered on demand. Three lectures per week. Offered on demand.
  

  • CHEM 4008 - Special Topics in Organic Chemistry. (3)

    Selective topics in Organic Chemistry which are current and relevant to the discipline. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor. Offered on demand.
  

  • CHEM 4009 - Special Topics in Physical Chemistry. (3)

    Selective topics in Physical Chemistry which are current and relevant to the discipline. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor. Offered on demand.
  

  • CHEM 4100 - Scientific Communications (2)

    (Formerly CHEM 410). A focus on writing, oral, and library skills involving scientific information. Writing skills include the preparation of laboratory notebooks, term papers, and research papers. Oral skills concentrate on presentations of scientific results. Library skills include on-line and library literature search for chemical information. Two one-hour lectures per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2100, 2101 , or CHEM 2020, 2021 . Offered only in spring.
  

  • CHEM 4200, 4201 - Inorganic Chemistry I and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 420 and 420L). Topics include atomic and molecular structure, quantum mechanics, atomic and group theory, solid state chemistry, acid/base and oxidation/reduction chemistry, and the chemistry of metal complexes. Laboratory provides experience in the synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2020, 2021 . Offered only in fall.
  

  • CHEM 4210 - Inorganic Chemistry II (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 421). A continuation of CHEM 4200, 4201 . Course provides a systematic survey of the descriptive chemistry of the elements, building on the theories presented in CHEM 4200, 4201 . Prerequisite(s): CHEM 4200, 4201 . Offered only in spring.
  

  • CHEM 4320, 4321 - Instrumental Analysis and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 432 and 432L). Principles and applications of analytical instrumentation, including electrometric, spectrometric, and chromatographic principles. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2100, 2101 , CHEM 3220, 3221 . Offered only in spring.
  

  • CHEM 4400 - Organic Reaction Mechanisms (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 440). A selective treatment of theoretical and mechanistic aspects of organic chemistry. Course includes an introduction to molecular orbital theory and its application to bonding. Aromatic, pericyclic elimination, and addition reactions are thoroughly treated. Emphasis is on reaction mechanism. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2020, 2021 , CHEM 3220, 3221 . Offered only in fall.
  

  • CHEM 4420 - Medicinal Chemistry. (3)

    Medicinal chemistry is a chemistry-based discipline that uses the fundamental concepts of organic chemistry to solve health-related problems. In addition, it involves aspects of biological, medical, and pharmaceutical sciences. It is concerned with the invention, discovery, design, identification and preparation of biologically active compounds, the study of their metabolism, the interpretation of their mode of action, and the development of structure-activity relationship (SAR). Drug development, production, and approval by the Food and Drug Administration are also covered. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2010, 2011  and CHEM 2020, 2021 . Offered in Spring.
  

  • CHEM 4500 - Cancer Biochemistry and Biology. (3)

    An in-depth study of the biochemical and biological basis of cancer. Topics include biochemistry/biology of: cellular oncogenes; growth factor receptors; tumor suppressors; angiogenesis; invasion and metastasis; and cancer treatment. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3410, 3411  or Permission of the instructor. Offered only in Spring.
  

  • CHEM 4505 - Senior Project I (2)

    (Formerly CHEM 450A). A special laboratory investigation carried out under the direction of the instructor. Emphasis is on scientific research and report writing. Must be taken in sequence. Students are expected to spend at least ten hours per week on their research project(s). Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3220, 3221  or 3320, 3321. Corequisite(s): CHEM 4910  CHEM 4920 . CHEM 4505 offered only in fall
  

  • CHEM 4506 - Senior Project II (2)

    (Formerly CHEM 450B). A special laboratory investigation carried out under the direction of the instructor. Emphasis is on scientific research and report writing. Must be taken in sequence. Students are expected to spend at least ten hours per week on their research project(s). Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3220, 3221  or 3320, 3321. Corequisite(s): CHEM 4910 , CHEM 4920 . CHEM 4505  offered only in spring.
  

  • CHEM 4600 - Spectroscopic Methods in Chemistry (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 460). Various spectroscopic methods in chemistry, concentrating on the practical aspect of using spectroscopic techniques to solve structural problems. Techniques include ultraviolet spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, including Two Dimensional (2-D) NMR in solving problems, and mass spectrometry (MS). Three lectures per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2020, 2021 , CHEM 3220, 3221 . Offered only in fall.
  

  • CHEM 4610 - Introduction to Polymer Chemistry I (3)

    (Formerly CHEM 461). Organic chemical reactions leading to high polymers, physical properties and physical behavior of polymers, polymer processing, and end uses. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2020, 2021 , or permission of instructor. offered only in fall.
  

  • CHEM 4620, 4621 - Introduction to Polymer Chemistry II and Laboratory (4)

    (Formerly CHEM 462, 462L). Organic chemical reactions leading to high polymers, physical properties and physical behavior of polymers, polymer processing, and end uses. CHEM 2020, 2021 , or permission of instructor, Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. offered only in spring.
 

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