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Chemistry courses (CHEM prefix)
BIOL 1107 Principles of Biology I (3-0-3)
An introductory biology course designed for science majors which includes chemistry, cell structure and function, cell division, molecular genetics, Mendelian genetics, evolution, plant and animal systematics, and ecology.
BIOL 1107L Principles of Biology Laboratory I (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying BIOL 1107.
BIOL 1108 Principles of Biology II (3-0-3)
A continuation of BIOL 1107.
BIOL 1108L Principles of Biology Laboratory II (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying BIOL 1108.
BIOL 1111 Introductory Biology I (3-0-3)
The biology sequence covers basic and biological chemistry, cellular organization and function, cell division, bioenergetics, and organ system physiology as well as Mendelian genetics, basic statistics, developmental biology, molecular genetics, biotechnology, ecology, and evolution.
BIOL 1111L Introductory Biology Laboratory (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying BIOL 1111.
BIOL 1112 Introductory Biology II (3-0-3)
Continuation of Introductory Biology I.
BIOL 1151 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (3-0-3)
A study of the structure and functions of the human body most pertinent to students in the health sciences. Topics typically included are the study of body organization, principles of support and movement, and introduction to body maintenance. Note: this course does not fulfill the Core Curriculum laboratory science requirement under Area D.
BIOL 1151L Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying BIOL 1151.
BIOL 1152 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (3-0-3)
A continuation of BIOL 1151 which typically includes study of control systems of the body, maintenance systems and continuity.
BIOL 1152L Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying BIOL 1152.
BIOL 2250 Microbiology for the Health Sciences (3-0-3)
A study of the morphology, growth, modes of transmission and relationship to diseases of pathogenic micro-organisms. This course is useful to students enrolled in programs in the health sciences.
BIOL 2250L Microbiology for the Health Sciences Laboratory (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying BIOL 2250
BIOL 2500 – Introductory Plant Biology (2-0-2)
Survey of the plant kingdom with greatest emphasis on structure and function of angiosperms.
BIOL 3100 Biocomputing (3-0-3)
The human genome project and the web revolution present new challenges and opportunities for biologists. The only way to deal effectively with the information explosion in biology is to use computers. Students in this course will use computer applications to search databases, perform calculations, and develop models concerning biological problems.
BIOL 3200 Cell Biology (3-0-3)
An exploration of life's basic unit. Students will examine the cell from both structural and functional viewpoints. The fundamentals of cellular chemistry, life cycles, and regulation will be discussed. Seminal experiments in cell biology will be examined, and current studies in primary research journals will be addressed. Students will gain an understanding of how contemporary methods of laboratory experimentation are being used to unravel the mysteries of life's irreducible unit.
BIOL 3222 Internship and/or Cooperative Education (3-0-3)
Internship program for selected students who perform supervised scientific work in conjunction with professionals at area research institutions or other appropriate sites. Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory (S/U) basis.
BIOL 3250 Introductory Microbiology (3-0-3)
Single celled organisms have always been the most populous form of life. This course explores the complex lives of these simple organisms. Students will examine biochemical, genetic and pathological aspects of microbiology. Industrial, ecological, and cultural aspects of human microbiology will be addressed.
BIOL 3250L Introductory Microbiology Lab (0-3-1)
Laboratory experiences which address topics including, sterile technique, microscopy, identification of microorganisms, microbial metabolism, and microbial genetics.
BIOL 3300 Vertebrate Natural History (3-0-3)
The behavior, ecology, and evolution of vertebrate animals.
BIOL 3375 Animal Behavior (3-0-3)
This course will focus on observations of animal behaviors and introductory analysis of their adaptive value and evolution. The course will also include a comparative study of mechanisms, ontogeny, function and evolution of behavior in its ecological and social contexts.
BIOL 3380 Evolution and Population Biology
Principles of evolutionary biology including discussions of natural selection, adaptation, population genetics, speciation, and phylogeny reconstruction. The applications of evolutionary biology to areas such as conservation biology, medicine, and agriculture are discussed.
BIOL 3400 Biobusiness and Regulatory Affairs (before Fall 2005, 2-0-2; effective Fall 2005, course deleted)
Before any new biological product gets to market a series of regulatory requirements must be satisfied. Once a product is marketed, quality control and testing play a central role in production. This course examines contemporary bioregulatory standards, and their application in local industries. Experts from government agencies and private industry will present real life problems and solutions.
The environment is made of both living and non-living components. This course examines the relationships between these various components in the biosphere. Students will learn how complex natural cycles and chains can be perturbed by small disturbances, and conversely, how life adapts to these changes.
BIOL 3500L Ecology Laboratory (0-3-1)
Laboratory to accompany BIOL 3500, Ecology.
BIOL 3650 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (3-0-3)
An experiment-based comparative study of selected vertebrate phyla with emphasis on gross anatomy, microscopic anatomy and phylogeny.
BIOL 3650L Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying BIOL 3650.
BIOL 3700 Plant Physiology (3-0-3)
Advanced Plant Biology will explore major plant physiological processes, stress physiology, plant response to disease, the biology of native plants, and the interactions between plants and their environment.
BIOL 4100 Animal Physiology (3-0-3)
This is a survey course of the major organ systems in vertebrates with an emphasis on mammalian/human physiology. This course will emphasize function of specific cell-types within organs, structure-function relationships of tissues/organ systems, and the integrated functions and regulation of organ systems within the context of the whole organism. Course modules will include cellular physiology, nervous system, endocrine system, muscle physiology, cardiovascular physiology, respiratory system, digestive system, renal system, and selected topics of current interest.
BIOL 4100L Animal Physiology Laboratory (0-3-1)
This laboratory course is complementary to the Animal Physiology lecture course, and allows the students to perform lab exercises that reinforce basic and fundamental principles of physiology that are discussed in lecture. Course modules will include exercises that examine cell physiology, muscle physiology, cardiovascular physiology, respiratory system, and nervous system.
BIOL 4160 Vertebrate Endocrinology (3-0-3)
Endocrinology is the study of hormones and their pervasive effects on physiology. Vertebrate Endocrinology will cover the major vertebrate endocrine systems and the effects of different hormones on cellular and organismal levels of physiology. This course includes lectures, classroom discussions of research papers, and student presentations. A major emphasis is placed on student participation.
A study of Mendelian principles, molecular genetics and population genetics. The cellular and molecular mechanisms of inheritance, gene expression and influences on evolution are included.
BIOL 4202 Genetic Biotechnology (before Fall 2006: 2-0-2; effective Fall 2006, course deleted)
An experiment-based course in which students use DNA technology to explore topics such as DNA fingerprinting, cloning, DNA amplification, genetic therapies, sex determination, inheritance and paternity, and human genetic disease.
BIOL 4202L Genetic Biotechnology Laboratory (before Fall 2006: 0-4-2; effective Fall 2006: 0-6-3)
Laboratory accompanying BIOL 4202.
BIOL 4222 Biology Research Practicum (3-0-3)
Research experience for students in Biology. Practicum assignments must be approved by the student's major advisor and the Center for Experiential Learning. Course may be repeated for credit.
This course will include a comprehensive overview of the immune system and its functions within the context of cell to cell interaction and communication.
This course will focus on animal viruses, and will discuss basic concepts in virology including viral taxonomy, structure, entry/exit, replication, quantitation, genetics, pathogenesis and virus-host interaction. This course will use a textbook and the primary literature as course materials.
BIOL 4500 Biology Seminar (0-2-1)
Experts from industry, government and academe address current topics in Biology. Students enrolled in the seminar prepare for the talks by performing electronic literature searches and submitting questions for the speakers. This course gives students the opportunity to meet with and question experts in the field. Examinations and projects are based on seminar topics. This course requires a $26 fee for the ETS Major Field Examination in Biology.
BIOL 4600, Medical Microbiology
This course will cover the principles of microbial virulence. It will include the identification of virulence factors, genetic regulation of virulence, and the complex interactions between bacterial, viral and fungal pathogens and their hosts.
CHEM 1151 Survey of Chemistry I (3-0-3)
First course in a two-semester sequence covering elementary principles of general, organic and biochemistry designed for allied health science majors (this course is also open to non-science majors). Topics to be covered include elements and compounds, chemical equations, nomenclature, and molecular geometry.
CHEM 1151L Survey of Chemistry Laboratory I (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying CHEM 1151.
CHEM 1152 Survey of Chemistry II (3-0-3)
Second course in a two-semester sequence covering elementary principles of general, organic and biochemistry designed for allied health science majors (this course is also open to non-science majors).
CHEM 1152L Survey of Chemistry Laboratory II (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying CHEM 1152 for selected Health Science majors only.
CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I (3-0-3)
First course in a two-semester sequence covering the fundamental principles and applications of chemistry for science majors. Topics to be covered include composition of matter, stoichiometry, periodic relations, and nomenclature.
CHEM 1211L Principles of Chemistry Laboratory I (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying CHEM 1211.
CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II (3-0-3)
Second course in a two-semester sequence covering the fundamental principles and applications of chemistry for science majors.
CHEM 1212L Principles of Chemistry Laboratory II (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying CHEM 1212.
CHEM 2411 Organic Chemistry I (3-0-3)
A study of the common classes of carbon compounds, including their physical and chemical properties, methods of preparation, and reactions utilizing modern theories of electronic structure and reaction mechanisms.
CHEM 2411L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying CHEM 2411.
CHEM 2412 Organic Chemistry II (3-0-3)
A continuation of CHEM 2411 which focuses on functional groups and their reactions.
CHEM 2412L Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying CHEM 2412.
CHEM 4110 Environmental Chemistry (3-0-3)
A study of the chemistry of our environment. Topics typically include air and water pollution, pharmaceuticals, plastics, bioenergetics, thermodynamics of life, and nuclear power.
CHEM 4202 Biochemistry I (3-0-3)
A study of the chemistry of biological systems. Topics typically include proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids and metabolism pathways.
CHEM 4203 Biochemistry II (3-0-3)
A continuation of Biochemistry I. An extended study of metabolic pathways involving carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and nucleotides. Nucleic acids and hormonal regulation will also be addressed.
CHEM 4204 – Forensic Chemistry (3-0-3)
The study of the chemistry, physics, biology, and legal issues of forensic science. Topics typically include the legal aspects of forensic science, drug analysis, forensic toxicology, explosives and arson investigation, glass analysis, hair and fiber analysis, paint analysis, blood and semen analysis, soil examination, blood and breath alcohol content analysis, questioned document examination, and firearm examination. Various laboratory instruments and procedures will also be covered including mass spectrometry, infrared spectrophotometry, nuclear magnetic resonance, chromatography, visible microscopial spectrophotometry, neutron activation analysis, and microscopes (light, polarized light, comparison, stereoscopic, scanning electron).
CHEM 4205 Medicinal Chemistry (3-0-3)
A study of medicinal chemistry and the underlying principles of organic chemistry. Topics will include drug delivery, anesthetics, structure/function relationships, receptor theory, neurotransmitters, synthesis of various tranquilizer classes, synthesis of antidepressants, enzyme inhibition, antibiotics, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
CHEM 4300 Survey of Physical Chemistry (3-0-3)
A study of elementary physical chemistry introducing general concepts such as atomic structure, chemical bonding, spectroscopy, thermodynamics (ideal and real gases, chemical equilibria), and chemical kinetics (rates of reactions and transport properties of materials). This is a non-calculus based physical chemistry course.
CHEM 4301 Inorganic Chemistry (3-0-3)
A study of inorganic chemistry. Topics typically include atomic structure, ionic bonding, lattice energy, valence bond theory, molecular orbital theory, coordination chemistry, nomenclature, reaction mechanisms, and an introduction to group theory.
PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I (3-0-3)
An introductory course which will include material from mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. Elementary algebra and trigonometry will be used.
PHYS 1111L Introductory Physics Laboratory I (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying PHYS 1111.
PHYS 1112 Introductory Physics II (3-0-3)
An introductory course which will include material from electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. Elementary algebra and trigonometry will be used.
PHYS 1112L Introductory Physics Laboratory II (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying PHYS 1112. This course is required only for students majoring in the following disciplines: agriculture, biology and physical therapy. Pre-medical and pre-dental students following a biology track, and pre-veterinary students are also required to take this laboratory course.
PHYS 2211 Principles of Physics I (3-0-3)
An introductory course which will include material from mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. Elementary differential calculus will be used.
PHYS 2211L Principles of Physics Laboratory I (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying PHYS 2211.
PHYS 2212 Principles of Physics II (3-0-3)
An introductory course which will include material from electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. Elementary differential and integral calculus will be used.
PHYS 2212L Principles of Physics Laboratory II (0-3-1)
Laboratory accompanying PHYS 2212.
PHYS 3650 Modern Physics (3-0-3)
An introductory course which include material from relativity, quantum mechanics, models of the atom, lasers, solid state physics, nuclear physics and elementary particles. Study is focused on contemporary applications including those to biology and medicine.
PHYS 4110 Conceptual Astronomy (3-0-3)
A one-semester survey course of astronomical methodologies and technologies employed by cultures from ancient through the modern times. Topics in this course will include naked-eye astronomy, calendars, cosmogony, cosmology, and the development of the modern scientific technique. This course is only applicable to a major in Middle Level Teacher Education. Other students should consider SCI 1901A, Selected Topics in Science - Astronomy.
SCI 1111 Integrated Science I (3-0-3)
Integrated Science I provides an introduction to the scientific method and its application to historic experiments. This course includes instruction in the scientific method, the Earth's place in the Universe, the elementary nature of matter, fluids, the laws of thermodynamics, and electricity and magnetism.
SCI 1111L Integrated Science Laboratory (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying SCI 1111.
SCI 1112 Integrated Science II (3-0-3)
Integrated Science II applies the physical science topics introduced in Integrated Science I to life and environmental sciences. This course includes instruction in matter and energy resources, population dynamics, global problems, pollution, economics and the environment, and basic ecology.
SCI 1901 Selected Topics in Science (3-0-3)
SCI 1901A Selected Topics in Science - Astronomy (3-0-3)
Provides an introduction to the Earth's place in the Universe. Topics include the origin of the Solar System, planets inside and outside of the Solar System, the life and death of stars, and the Big Bang. Students will also study the tools of astronomy and how they have shaped its progress. Topics will be covered from a historical as well as a contemporary point of view.
SCI 1901B Selected Topics in Science - Plants and Society (3-0-3)
Emphasizes plants in everyday life. Topics include the basic structure and function of plants, identification of common plants, plant ecology, economic botany, backyard botany, medicinal plants and poisonous plants.
SCI 1901C Selected Topics in Science - Extraordinary Chemistry (3-0-3)
Presents chemical science in a way that reflects both the excitement and concerns with the rapidly changing uses and needs of chemicals in the world. Topics include everyday chemicals to which we are exposed, the food we eat, ozone pollution, mind-altering drugs, batteries, and buckministerfullerenes. Emphasis will be placed on the development of skills that allow the student to affect policies that govern the access and use of chemicals in the future for the benefit of everyone.
SCI 1901D Selected Topics in Science - Health and Disease (3-0-3)
A survey of the biology of diseases that currently impact society, including proposed prevention and cure. Examples include cardiovascular disorders, infectious diseases, cancer and diabetes.
SCI 1901E Selected Topics in Science - Energy (3-0-3)
Emphasizes topics involving energy and its transfer to the understanding of biological and physical systems by examining a variety of aspects of energy resources, including the principles involved, and the environmental and economic consequences of energy production and use.
SCI 1901F Selected Topics in Science - Forensic Science (3-0-3)
Provides an introduction to the science of forensics. Topics will include various scientific principles and techniques used in solving crimes. Case studies will be presented.
SCI 1901G Selected Topics in Science - Sex and Gender (3-0-3)
An interdisciplinary survey of human reproduction and gender development. Physiological, psychological and cultural aspects of human sexuality will be addressed. Topics include female and male specific health problems, sexual development, the genetics and evolution of sexuality, and current research in reproductive medicine and gender.
SCI 1901H Selected Topics in Science - Human Genetics (3-0-3)
A study of human genetics examining major breakthroughs and current issues in human heredity. The course will include the science of genetics, and the societal implications of topics such as the human genome project, DNA fingerprinting, genetics and intelligence, and genetic engineering.
SCI 2222 Internship and/or Cooperative Education I (credit varies)
Internship program for selected students who perform supervised scientific work in conjunction with professionals at area research institutions or other appropriate sites. Credit hours are determined by an agreement between faculty member and internship supervisor.
SCI 3110 Integrated Science - Physical Science I (2-0-2)
A one-semester, activity based course that incorporates methods, content, central themes and technology for teaching physical science in the middle grades. The topics addressed include: energy and heat; science, society and technology; light and color; machines and force; and matter. This course is open only to Middle Level Teacher Education students.
SCI 3110L Integrated Science - Physical Science Laboratory I (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying SCI 3110. Laboratory includes both physical science and pedagogy.
SCI 3120 Integrated Science - Physical Science II (3-1-3)
A one-semester, activity based course that incorporates methods, content, central themes and technology for teaching chemistry, earth science and astronomy in the middle grades. The topics of inorganic and organic chemistry, geology, hydrology, meteorology, solar system and stellar astronomy, and cosmology are addressed. Includes laboratory. This course is open only to Middle Level Teacher Education students.
SCI 3130 Integrated Science - Life Science (2-0-2)
A one-semester, activity based course that incorporates methods, content, central themes and technology for teaching life science in the middle grades. The topics addressed include: cells, tissues, animal behavior, classification, plant and animal systems, genetics and ecology. This course is open only to Middle Level Teacher Education students.
SCI 3130L Integrated Science - Life Science Laboratory (0-2-1)
Laboratory accompanying SCI 3130. Laboratory includes both life science and pedagogy
SCI 3222 Internship and/or Cooperative Education II (credit varies)
Internship program for selected students who perform supervised scientific work in conjunction with professionals at area research institutions or other appropriate sites. Credit hours are determined by an agreement between faculty member and internship supervisor.
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