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ASTR 4000/4001 - Astrophotography (and lab) Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ASTR 1010/1011 , 1020/1021 ; Corequisite: ASTR 4001
Description: This course will involve a significant number of night time observing hours each week. Students will learn the fundamentals of astrophotography using web cams, digital, CCD and video cameras and the techniques of image processing for scientific and esthetic value. A basic knowledge of photography, either 35mm or digital is essential for successful completion of this course.
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ASTR 4010 - Astrophysics I: Introduction to Stellar Structure and Evolution Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ASTR 1020/1021 , 2020 ; PHYS 2120/2121 ; and (MATH 3120 or PHYS 3005 )
Description: Introduces the physics of the sun and stars. Includes properties of EM radiation, stellar distances and magnitudes, radioactive transfer, the sun, the ISM and star formation, stellar evolution, stellar endpoints and variable stars.
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ASTR 4020 - Astrophysics II: Galactic Structure and Cosmology Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ASTR 4010
Description: Includes galactic coordinates, galactic rotation curves, N-body concepts and the virial theorem, galactic formation and evolution, external galaxies, galaxy cluster evolution, Hubble’s law and the distance scale, large-scale structure, cosmology and the particle physics connection.
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ASTR 4150 - Special Topics in Astronomy Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ASTR 1010/1011 , 1020/1021 with grades of “C” or higher, and permission of instructor
Description: Selected topics of interest in advanced astronomy. Topics to be chosen by the instructor. May be repeated for different topics for a total of up to 9 credit hours.
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ASTR 4950 - Independent Study in Astronomy Credit Hours: 1 to 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ASTR 1010/1011 , 1020/1021 with grades of “C” or higher, and permission of instructor
Description: Current topics in astronomy. Topics to be chosen by student. Subject to be approved by instructor. May be repeated with permission of instructor up to a total of 9 credit hours.
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AET 1010 - Introduction to Automotive Engineering and Repair Technology Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Description: Overview of automobile design, performance, and repair criteria to include existing and proposed government regulations affecting design and performance. An overview of industry safety requirements and environmental concerns.
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AET 1310 - Automotive Engine Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1530 or ENGT 1200 or EET 1120
Description: Overview of motor vehicles and the engine as vehicle prime mover. Gasoline and diesel engines; turbine engines; thermodynamic cycles. Design and construction of internal combustion engine components; engine dynamics. Fuel and lubrication systems. Routine maintenance, testing, diagnosing problems, repairs and adjustments.
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AET 1360 - Automotive Power Train Systems Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1530 or ENGT 1200 or EET 1120
Description: Principles and function of conventional automotive power train systems: clutches, manual transmissions, fluid couplings and torque converters, automatic transmissions, power transfer coupling devices, differentials, and axles. Basic dynamics of power transmission. Routine maintenance, testing, diagnosing problems, repairs and adjustments.
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AET 1410 - Automotive Braking, Chassis, Suspension and Steering Systems Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1530 or ENGT 1200 or EET 1120
Description: Principles and function components and systems for braking, suspension, and steering. Basic dynamics of systems and components. Hydraulic, electrical, and air brake systems. Alignment and effect of alignment specifications on vehicle performance. Diagnosis and repair of braking, alignment, and other problems.
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AET 1460 - Automotive Electrical and HVAC Systems Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1530 or ENGT 1200 or EET 1120
Description: Fundamentals of automotive electrical systems. Principles of electricity; electrical system components and schematics. Fundamentals of automotive heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Refrigerants and refrigeration cycles; major system components. Diagnosing and correcting electrical and HVAC system faults.
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AET 2250 - Engine Rebuilding Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Instructor approval;
Description: Principles and processes of remanufacturing automotive internal combustion engines to include problem diagnosis and identification, disassembly procedures, selection of appropriate remanufacture procedures, component remanufacture or replace, reassembly, adjustment and testing.
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AET 2310 - Automotive Electronic Systems Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: AET 1460
Description: Theory and application of electronic systems in automobiles. Microprocessor-based control modules, sensors, and other elements; engine, transmission, emissions, and other control applications. Electronic communication, navigation, and entertainment systems. Program diagnosis and repair of electronic systems.
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AET 2550 - Computerization and Systems Monitoring Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: AET 2310
Description: Theory, diagnosis and repair procedures of computerized engine components used for reduction of automobile emissions, and various electronic systems for control and data readout of specialized processes.
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AET 2570 - Advanced Engine Performance, Diagnosis, and Service Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Instructor approval;
Description: Diagnosis and repair techniques for automotive fuel, emission, ignition, and engine computer systems. Selection and application of appropriate diagnostic equipment.
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AET 2590 - Advanced Automotive Transmissions Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
Description: Troubleshooting and overhaul procedures on hydraulically operated transmission and transaxles; torque convertors; fluid couplings; and computerized transmissions and transaxle system controls.
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AET 2600 - Production Mechanics Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
Description: Line and simulated work on all phases of automobile mechanics.
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AET 2630 - Introduction to Hybrid Vehicles Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: AET 1460 , 2310 , 2550
Description: Introduction to Hybrid Vehicle propulsion systems. Hybrid vehicle designs, fundamentals of 3 phase permanent magnet and AC induction, motor/generator systems. Fundamentals of high voltage battery pack and energy management systems. Introduction to hybrid vehicle systems diagnosis, service, and repair.
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BIOL 1010/1011 - Introduction to Biology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Developmental reading and writing with a “C” or better Corequisite: BIOL 1011
Description: A course for non-science majors. Topics covered include scientific methodology, the nature of living organisms, cell structure and function, cell chemistry and division, nature of heredity and gene action, the theory of evolution and principles of ecology. BIOL 1010 will not serve as a prerequisite of upper level biology courses.
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BIOL 1020/1021 - Diversity of Life (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Developmental reading and writing or ACT score 19 or better Corequisite: BIOL 1021
Description: A course for non-science majors. The course reviews basic scientific methodology and surveys the kingdoms of life with particular attention to the evolution and ecology of these forms. The portion of the course involving vertebrate animals will include discussions of selected human systems. BIOL 1020 will not serve as a prerequisite of upper level biology courses.
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BIOL 1040/1041 - Human Biology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Developmental reading and writing or ACT score 19 or higher Corequisite: BIOL 1041
Description: A course for non-science majors. A survey of human structure, function, evolution, and ecology. Topics covered include scientific methodology, biological chemistry, cells, tissues, organ systems, genetics and human development, evolution and ecology. BIOL 1040 will not serve as a prerequisite of upper level biology courses.
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BIOL 1110/1111 - General Biology I (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Developmental or enhanced reading, writing and math with a “C” or higher or ACT score of 19 or higher Corequisite: BIOL 1111
Description: A principles course for students majoring or minoring in biology or other sciences. Topics include scientific methodology, an overview of the physiological processes of living organisms including metabolism and energy transfer, concepts of inheritance and the nature of genes, and foundational concepts of evolution and ecology. A brief overview of the kingdoms of life and the rudiments of classification will be presented.
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BIOL 1120/1121 - General Biology II (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1110/1111 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or higher Corequisite: BIOL 1121
Description: Continuation of BIOL 1110/1111. Topics include an overview of the evolutionary history of biological diversity and an introduction to plant and animal form and function including an overview of plant, animal, protist, and fungus diversity.
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BIOL 1234 - Honors Seminar in Biology Credit Hours: 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to University Honors Program or permission of instructor
Description: This honors course introduces students to topics of current research in Biology.
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BIOL 2010/2011 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Must have completed developmental or enhanced reading, writing and math or acceptable ACT scores; Corequisite: BIOL 2011
Description: Designed for students in health and human performance, psychology, nursing, and allied health programs. Structure and function of the human body with emphasis on cellular structure and function, tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems will be discussed.
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BIOL 2020/2021 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 2010/2011 with a grade of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 2021
Description: Continuation of BIOL 2010. Treats the cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, and excretory systems, water and electrolyte balance, human reproduction, growth, and development, and human genetics.
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BIOL 2300/2301 - Principles of Microbiology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Eight hours of biology with a grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 2301;
Description: An introductory study of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoan with particular emphasis on their relationship to infection and disease. Asepsis, immunity, sterilization, and special problems related to patients and hospitals. Completion of BIOL 2300 does not substitute for BIOL 3050 for a Biology major or minor.
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BIOL 2400 - Sustaining Biodiversity Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Description: This course is an honors/service learning course that focuses on the relationship between sustainability and biodiversity, provides students understanding of the interdisciplinary studies necessary for a sustainable biological future, and provides students a general science course that affords students opportunity to relate their academic interests to science.
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BIOL 3000 - Biological Methods Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1110/1111 with a grade of “C” or higher
Description: Introduction to methods for conducting and interpreting biological research. Specific topics include: the scientific method; critical thinking; logic of hypothesis testing; basic experimental design; basic statistical methods; interpretation of primary scientific literature; acquisition, analysis, and presentation of scientific data.
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BIOL 3050/3051 - General Microbiology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1110/1111 with a grade of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 3051;
Description: Overview of the microbial world including a survey of the structure, functioning, and diversity of microorganisms. Introduction to the fundamental concepts of microbial physiology, molecular biology, metabolism, ecology, pathogenesis and immunology.
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BIOL 3060/3061 - Zoological Diversity (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 or 2020/2021 with a grade of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 3061;
Description: A comparative study of the taxonomy, functional morphology, development, ecology, and evolution of representative animals.
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BIOL 3070/3071 - Botanical Diversity (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 with a grade of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 3071
Description: A survey of algae, plants, and fungi, including comparative studies of structure, reproduction, evolution, ecology, and economic importance.
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BIOL 3130 - Genetics Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1110/1111 or 2020/2021 with grades of “C” or higher;
Description: Consideration of the principles underlying inheritance in plants and animals. Application of these principles to population dynamics. Concepts are taught through problems based on experimental data.
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BIOL 3130/3131 - Genetics (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1110/1111 or 2020/2021 with a grade of “C” or higher Corequisite: BIOL 3131
Description: Consideration of the principles underlying inheritance in plants and animals. Application of these principles to population dynamics. Concepts are taught through problems based on experimental data.
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BIOL 3200 - Women and Science Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Eight hours of natural science with grades of “C” or better
Description: This course is an interdisciplinary survey of women in science. Contributions of women scientists to the natural sciences will be studied; and using this historical context, students will consider broad social questions such as: Do barriers still exist for women/girls in science? How do cultural biases impact the objectivity of scientific studies?
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BIOL 3330/3331 - Principles of Evolution (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1110/1111 with a grade of “C” or higher or permission of instructor; Corequisite: BIOL 3331;
Description: Designed to impart an understanding of the core concepts in modern evolutionary theory, and an appreciation of the central position that theory holds as a theme unifying all sub-disciplines of biology.
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BIOL 3730/3731 - Medical Microbiology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 or 2020/2021 with a grade of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 3731
Description: Knowledge and interpretation which will enable the student to become proficient in isolating and identifying human pathogens. Bacterial isolation and morphology will be stressed.
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BIOL 3760/3761 - Immunology and Serology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 2300/2301 or 3050/3051 or 3730/3731 with a grade of “C” or higher Corequisite: BIOL 3761
Description: A comprehensive immunology course that includes the development, function, and failures of the immune system including the fundamentals of antigen-antibody reactions and serologic procedures performed in the clinical laboratory.
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BIOL 4020/4021 - Biological Sciences and Geographic Information Systems (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4021;
Description: Students in the biological sciences shall learn the functionality of geographic information systems and spatial analysis related to epidemiological and population dynamics. They will learn the integration of computer plotting, site investigative mapping, and analysis of geo-positioning satellite information from the application of real-time case studies of research problems in the biological sciences.
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BIOL 4040/4041 - Histology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 with a grade of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4041;
Description: Principal mammalian tissues. Primary emphasis is placed on the recognition of tissue types and their relationships within the organs.
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BIOL 4050/4051 - Field Botany (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4051;
Description: A study of local vascular plants with emphasis on identification, the use of manuals, preparation of collections, and distinguishing features of the major groups.
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BIOL 4070/4071 - Animal Behavior (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4071;
Description: Students in the biological sciences shall learn the functionality of geographic information systems and spatial analysis related to epidemiological and population dynamics. They will learn the integration of computer plotting, site investigative mapping, and analysis of geo-positioning satellite information from the application of real-time case studies of research problems in the biological sciences.
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BIOL 4080/4081 - General Ecology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4081;
Description: A survey of basic ecological principles and processes and their application of the welfare of humans and their environment. Lecture and laboratory activities focus on understanding ecosystem dynamics. Includes statistical analysis of field-collected data.
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BIOL 4100/4101 - Biostatistics (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: MATH 1730 or higher and two upper biology courses with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4101;
Description: Statistical methods in biological research. Basic descriptive and inferential statistics, frequency distributions and analyses, analysis of variance, linear regression, correlation, nonparametric analogues to parametric methods, relationships between experimental design and data analysis used in hypothesis testing. Selected multivariate analysis, statistical re-sampling methods, and data reduction techniques discussed. Computer use emphasized.
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BIOL 4110/4111 - Animal Physiology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 3060/3061 and one eight-hour chemistry series with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4111
Description: A survey of animal physiology with emphasis on mammalian systems. The molecular and cellular aspects of physiology as they relate to the function of the organisms are considered. All major systems are discussed.
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BIOL 4120/4121 - Plant Physiology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one eight-hour Chemistry series with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4121
Description: Principal physiological processes of plants including mineral nutrition, photosynthesis, water relation, translocation, respiration, growth hormones, photo physiology, and biological function of nucleic acids and proteins.
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BIOL 4160/4161 - Human Physiology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: (BIOL 1120/1121 or 2020/2021 ) and CHEM 1110/1111 with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4161;
Description: The molecular and cellular aspects of human physiology as they relate to the regulation of homeostasis, cellular metabolism, the nervous system, muscle, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, and endocrine systems. BIOL 4160 does not fulfill the physiology requirement for the biology major or minor.
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BIOL 4200/4201 - Developmental Biology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 or 2020/2021 with a grade of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4021;
Description: The study of morphology and physiology of development with a focus on genetic and molecular mechanisms in a wide variety of model organisms.
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BIOL 4230/4231 - Advanced Topics in Genetics (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 3130/3131 with a grade of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4231;
Description: A course designed to explore current topics in genetics and regulation of gene expression. Concepts are taught through literature review and experimental problems.
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BIOL 4300/4301 - Bacteriology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4301;
Description: An introduction to each of the 10 groups of bacteria. Major emphasis will be placed on those groups that greatly affect humans through their beneficial or harmful attribute
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BIOL 4330/4331 - Aquatic Biology and Water Quality (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4331;
Description: A study of the aquatic environment. Materials covered will include concepts and methods of analyses of the physical, chemical, and biological factors influencing aquatic life and water quality. Kinds and sources of pollution, as well as methods of pollution control, will be emphasized.
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BIOL 4340/4341 - Phycology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4341;
Description: A study of the structure, evolution, ecology, and physiology of algae. Students will conduct research to learn methodologies needed to use physiological and ecological characteristics of algae as indicators of environmental health.
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BIOL 4350/4351 - Field Zoology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 3060/3061 with a grade of “C” or higher Corequisite: BIOL 4351
Description: A survey of the native vertebrate animals, with emphasis on collection, preservation, identification, and taxonomic relationships.
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BIOL 4400 - Teaching Science in High School Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Provisional admission to Teacher Education
Description: Emphasis is placed on providing pre-service secondary science teachers with the opportunity to develop and present brief laboratory activities, teach selected concepts to peers, and prepare written activities that promote critical thinking and meet the needs of students with diverse learning preferences. Preparation of a 2-3 week teaching unit and 30 hours of field experience are required.
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BIOL 4410/4411 - Reproductive Physiology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course; and one eight-hour chemistry series with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4411;
Description: A study of animal reproductive physiology. Emphasis will be placed on vertebrate physiology but selected topics in invertebrate reproductive physiology will be discussed as well.
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BIOL 4440/4441 - Cell and Molecular Biology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: (BIOL 1120/1121 or 2020/2021 ) and one upper division biology course; and one eight-hour chemistry series with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4441;
Description: The fundamental role of macromolecules and cell ultra structure in mediating such cellular activities as permeability, excitability, secretion, cell-cell communications, and energy transduction. The function of the cell at the molecular level is emphasized.
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BIOL 4450/4451 - Biotechnology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 or equivalent and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher Corequisite: BIOL 4451
Description: This course provides students with practical experience using current molecular skills in addition to didactic learning. The course is laboratory intensive, as students gain “hands on” training in one of the world’s fastest growing job markets, biotechnology. Emphasis is placed on understanding basic concepts involving genetic engineering and proteomics.
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BIOL 4500 - Research Credit Hours: 1-4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA, minimum 3.0 average in Biology; 16 hours of 3000-4999 level biology courses.
Description: This course is offered for those who desire to pursue a special study of some biological problems beyond what is possible in regular courses. The student is expected to select and plan a research problem and pursue it to some state of completion. The data are to be written in acceptable scientific form and available for a seminar. Maximum of eight hours.
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BIOL 4540/4541 - Plant Ecology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4541;
Description: An overview of the field of plant ecology, including topics in plant population biology, species interactions, plant environment interactions, and community structure. Investigations will take place in the field and in the laboratory.
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BIOL 4550/4551 - Ichthyology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 3060/3061 and one other upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4551;
Description: A survey of fish diversity including study of their systematic relationships, evolutionary history, ecology, distribution, behavior, and morphology with an emphasis on the ichthyofauna of the Southeastern United States and identification of local taxa and families of the world.
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BIOL 4560/4561 - Aquatic Macroninvertebrates (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of instructor Corequisite: BIOL 4561
Description: An investigation of the diversity of aquatic macroinvertebrates through the study of the taxonomy, morphology, development, ecology and evolution of selected taxa. Emphasis on freshwater forms of Southeastern U.S.
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BIOL 4600/4601 - Parasitology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: (BIOL 1120/1121 or 2020/2021 ) and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4601;
Description: A survey of the parasitic protozoan, helminths, and arthropods affecting man and other animals. Emphasis is placed on morphology, life-cycles, host- parasite relationships, methods of reproduction, transmission, and control.
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BIOL 4620/4621 - Ornithology (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4621;
Description: A study of the evolution, taxonomy, identification, life history and behavior of birds, with emphasis on local representatives.
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BIOL 4630/4631 - Mammalogy (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 3060/3061 with a grade of “C” or higher; Corequisite: BIOL 4631
Description: A survey of mammalian diversity including study of their natural history, distribution, taxonomy, ecology and morphology with an emphasis on diversity in Southeastern USA and major groups in the world. Includes laboratory and field trips.
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BIOL 4650 - Field Study Biogeography and Biodiversity Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1110/1111 and four hours of upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher or permission of instructor; Corequisite: BIOL 4651
Description: This field course will examine the biogeography, biodiversity and changing landscape of various regions. Focus will be given to rare ecosystems as well as unique geographic regions.
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BIOL 4700 - Topics in Biology Credit Hours: 1-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: BIOL 1120/1121 and one of upper division biology course with grades of “C” or higher;
Description: Special courses or workshops in selected topics of biology. Specific topics may be developed by faculty or by students in consultation with a faculty member. This course may be repeated for a cumulative total of 9 credit hours.
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BIOL 4810 - Wildlife Management Internship Credit Hours: 15 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the senior year clinical phase of the Medical Technology program or permission of program director;
Description: One semester of on-the-job experience in various phases of wildlife or fisheries management. Students are assigned as trainees to an APSU-approved agency.
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BIOL 4820 - Environmental Education Internship Credit Hours: 15 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Junior or senior status and permission of instructor
Description: One semester of on-the-job experience in planning and implementing environmental education programs. Students are assigned as trainees to an APSU-approved agency.
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BIOL 4915 - Seminar in Biology Credit Hours: 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Junior standing;
Description: The students will evaluate and critique research presentations by professionals and biology graduate students. This course may be taken twice for credit.
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CECA 3000 - Introduction to Interdisciplinary Arts Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Description: An introduction to the concepts and practices of interdisciplinary Arts. Topics covered include artistic collaboration across disciplines, the performance/audience connection, arts criticism, and interdisciplinary arts production.
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CECA 3050 - Funding Artistic Endeavors Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Description: The course provides the student a theoretical foundation of entrepreneurs and opportunities to meet practicing entrepreneurs who melded art and entrepreneurship into a rewarding career. Students will be exposed to basic financial principles for start-ups, business models, and examples of successful art entrepreneurs.
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CECA 4000 - Seminar in Interdisciplinary Arts Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Description: This capstone course allows students to work collaboratively towards a final production that includes elements of Creative Writing, Music, Art, and Theatre/Dance.
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CHEM 1000/1001 - Chemistry for General Education (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Corequisite: CHEM 1001
Description: Study of the essentials of general, organic, and biological chemistry. A one semester course designed for nursing students (ADN only). Will not serve as prerequisite for any other chemistry course.
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CHEM 1010/1011 - Introductory Chemistry I (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Corequisite: CHEM 1011
Description: The nature of matter and energy, the developments of chemical technology, and the interaction of this technology with humans and their environment. Topics include atomic structure, energy in matter, chemical bonding and molecular structure, solutions, acid-base reactions and redox reactions. (Suggested for non-science majors.)
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CHEM 1020/1021 - Introductory Chemistry II (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1010/1011 with grades of “C” or higher Corequisite: CHEM 1021
Description: Basic organic chemistry, synthetic polymers, biochemistry, air and water pollution, consumer chemistry and energy sources. (Suggested for non-science majors.)
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CHEM 1040/1041 - Industrial Chemistry (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1010/1011 with a grade of “C” or higher Corequisite: CHEM 1041
Description: Chemical concepts of industry, basic chemical engineering and chemical processing, basic organic chemistry, synthetic polymers, diffusion, fluid flow, heat transfer, air and water pollution, and energy routes.
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CHEM 1110/1111 - General Chemistry I (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Corequisite: CHEM 1111 Pre/Corequisite: MATH 1730 or higher;
Description: Fundamental laws and theories; elements, compounds, and mixtures; atomic structure; kinetic theory and gas laws; chemical calculations, and chemistry of solutions.
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CHEM 1120/1121 - General Chemistry II (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1110/1111 , MATH 1730 with grades of “C” or higher; Corequisite: CHEM 1121
Description: Acids, bases and salts; kinetics, electrochemistry, thermodynamics; descriptive chemistry, organic chemistry; nuclear chemistry.
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CHEM 1234 - Honors Chemistry Credit Hours: 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Honors Program or permission of instructor Corequisite: CHEM 1110/1111
Description: Honors experience for the chemistry major to augment their general chemistry classes.
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CHEM 1310 - Introduction to Process Industries Credit Hours: 2 Credit Hours
Description: Introduction of the chemical process industry; basic knowledge of the raw materials involved and chemical processing techniques used to acquire finished product; chemical plant operations; job responsibilities of the chemical technician.
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CHEM 1710/1711 - Introduction to Chemistry and Physics (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Cross Listed PHYS 1710
Corequisite: CHEM 1711
Description: Introductory integrated lab/lecture course in chemistry and physics. Included are hands-on and computer based activities in the scientific method, astronomy, motion, energy, kinetic theory, waves and sound, atomic structure, electricity and magnetism, elements and periodic properties, chemical bonding, electrochemistry, environmental issues, and linkage to NASA via the Internet. (May not be combined with CHEM 1010 or PHYS 1010 to fulfill Natural Science core requirements.)
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CHEM 1840 - Chemical Mathematics Credit Hours: 2 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1020/1021 or 1120/1121 with a grade of “C” or higher
Description: Review of the mathematical problems of general chemistry.
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CHEM 2000 - Chemistry Sophomore Seminar Credit Hours: 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 with grades of “C” or higher
Description: Chemistry career exploration to include job searching, resume writing, research practices, conduct of professional chemists, career counseling, interviewing, and investigation of research experiences for undergraduate (REU).
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CHEM 2940 - Introduction to Research - Lecture Credit Hours: 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 with grades of “C” or higher
Description: Theory of experimental design including methods, techniques, and information resources (library, on-line, etc.) typically used to conduct laboratory research. Ethics and professional behavior of researchers. Not a co-requisite for CHEM 2941.
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CHEM 2941 - Introduction to Research - Laboratory Credit Hours: 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 with grades of “C” or higher and permission of instructor
Description: Experiment design including methods, proper lab conduct, record-keeping, ethics, chemical safety and waste disposal, techniques, and information resources in a specialized area. Progress or completion of a laboratory research project under the guidance of chemistry faculty and presentation of work is expected. Not co-requisite for CHEM 2940. May be repeated one semester.
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CHEM 3000 - Chemistry Majors in the Classroom Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 with a “B” or higher and permission of instructor
Description: Service-learning course that places upper division majors, working in cooperation with an assigned faculty member as a student assistant for lower division chemistry classes or to meet community chemistry education needs. Development of classroom activities, tutoring skills and teaching assistant responsibilities. Does not count towards the Chemistry minor.
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CHEM 3040 - Scientific Perspectives on Women’s Wellness Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Eight hours of natural science with grades of “C” or higher
Description: This discussion-based course lies at the interface of science and gender studies. Topics include hormone biochemistry and biophysics, reproductive biology and diseases, nutrition, mental illness, birth control, and reproductive toxicology. Suitable for students interested in science, pre-professional health, and/or women’s and gender studies. Does not count towards the minor in chemistry.
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CHEM 3210/3211 - Quantitative Analysis (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 and high school or higher level physics with grades of “C” or higher Corequisite: CHEM 3211
Description: Theory and application of gravimetric methods; acid-base, precipitation, and compleximetric volumetric titration;; analytical separations, spectrophotometric, and electroanalytical techniquest; statistical and computer tools.
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CHEM 3220/3221 - Instrumental Analysis (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 3210/3211 or (3610/3611 and PHYS 2020/2021 ) with grades of “C” or higher; (PHYS 2120/2121 is recommended with a grade of “C” or higher) Corequisite: CHEM 3221
Description: Theory and application of instrumental techniques; spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and chromatography. Instrumentation electronics, signals, and noise. Scientific computing hardware, software, and programming.
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CHEM 3440/3441 - Inorganic Chemistry (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 3500/3501 or 3510/3511 with a grade of “C” or higher Corequisite: CHEM 3441
Description: Atomic structure and periodicity; crystal structure; descriptive chemistry of the elements; acid-base concepts; non-aqueous solvent systems; and environmental and medicinal awareness.
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CHEM 3500/3501 - Brief Organic Chemistry (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1020/1021 or 1120/1121 with grades of “C” or higher Corequisite: CHEM 3501
Description: A brief survey of organic functional groups, reactions, mechanisms, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy. Suitable for various agriculture and allied health curricula. Not recommended for Chemistry majors.
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CHEM 3510/3511 - Organic Chemistry I (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 with grades of “C” or higher Corequisite: CHEM 3511
Description: Functional groups (alkane, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, aromatic compounds), structure determination, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy.
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CHEM 3520/3521 - Organic Chemistry II (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 3510/3511 with a grade of “C” or higher Corequisite: CHEM 3521
Description: Alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, dicarbonyl compounds, amines, lipids, carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, nucleic acids, and polymers.
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CHEM 3610/3611 - Physical Chemistry I (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 and (PHYS 2020/2021 or PHYS 2120/2121 ) and MATH 1910 with grades of “C” or higher Corequisite: CHEM 3611
Description: Kinetic theory and gases; first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics; spontaneity and equilibrium; colligative properties of solutions; phase diagrams and kinetics.
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CHEM 3620/3621 - Physical Chemistry II (and lab) Credit Hours: 4 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 3610/3611 and MATH 1920 with grades of “C” or higher Corequisite: CHEM 3621
Description: Advanced thermodynamics, electrochemistry, advanced kinetics, atomic structure and the Schrodinger equation, molecular orbital theory and the theory of molecular spectroscopy.
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CHEM 3700 - Forensic Science Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 , (CHEM 3500/3501 or 3510/3511 ), BIOL 1110/1111 completed MATH core with grades of “C” or better
Description: Survey of scientific methods used in collection, preservation, and analysis of physical evidence. Included will be a study of common types of physical evidence obtained from crime scenes, their treatment at the modern crime laboratory, and the interpretation of scientific data.
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CHEM 3800 - Forensic Science Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Description: Survey of scientific methods used in collection, preservation and analysis of physical evidence. Included will be a study of common types of physical evidence obtained from crime scenes, their treatment at the modern crime laboratory, and the interpretation of scientific data to the legal community.
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CHEM 3840 - Chemical Literature Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 1020/1021 or 1120/1121 with a grade of “C” or higher
Description: Major sources of chemical information and procedures for their efficient use.
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CHEM 4000 - Chemistry Senior Seminar Credit Hours: 1 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 3520/3521 with grades of “C” or higher and permission of instructor
Description: Review of major areas of chemistry, visiting chemists’ presentations, student research presentations. To be completed in spring or fall of the calendar year of the student’s graduation date.
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CHEM 4140 - Chemical and Laboratory Safety Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Cross Listed CHEM 5140;
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 with a grade of “C” or higher or permission of instructor;
Description: An overview of best practices to minimize incidents in a laboratory setting. Topics include federal, state, and local regulations, measures for the prevention of laboratory incidents, and general chemical knowledge as it pertains to risk assessment and prevention.
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CHEM 4150 - Data Analysis Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
Cross Listed CHEM 5150;
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120/1121 with grades of “C” or higher or permission of instructor;
Description: Theory and applications of advanced chemical analysis. Sampling methods, experimental design, Excel analysis, case studies, large and small data sets, utilizing data to teach statistical analysis and error, noise processing, data interpretation, and communication of results.
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