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ART 335 - Craft Topics
This course explores a particular craft discipline and topic. Course content varies with some possible topics including textile art, furniture, and book art. Contemporary craft theory along with the social/cultural aspects of craft are addressed. Topics vary each term with the specific topic to be announced by instructor.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: (minimum grade of C-)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.
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ART 336 - Sculpture Topics
Contemporary ideas and approaches to sculpture are explored in depth in this course. Specific topics include, for example, the figure as subject and inspiration in contemporary sculpture, movement and kinetic sculpture, or site specific sculpture.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: ART 212 (minimum grade of C-)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.
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ART 340 - Typography
Typography, one of the most important elements of graphic/digital design, bridges the gap between the visual form and written word. This course combines a historical/conceptual understanding of typography, along with typographic principles and practical applications. Students will gain an understanding of the communicative power of the letterform and will design letterforms of their own.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: ART 230 (minimum grade of C-)
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ART 360 - History of Visual Communication
This course combines lecture and lab exercises to explore the chronological and conceptual history of visual communication. Students will investigate the relationships between design, relative political and cultural conditions, and technological developments, forming an understanding of the presence of the history of visual communication in contemporary life and awareness about their own contributions to the future of the field.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-4)
Prerequisites: ART 210 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 212 (minimum grade of C-)
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ART 361 - Philosophy of Art
This course investigates the nature of art and aesthetic experience. Topics include the difference between art and non-art objects, the function and value of art, the experience of beauty and other aesthetic qualities, and the interpretation and evaluation of artworks. The course surveys tradition media and challenges to them posed by performance and conceptual art.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Cross Listed: This course is the same as PHIL 361 ; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
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ART 362 - Global Modernisms
What is modern art, and why is it so often strange and challenging? This class analyzes the forms, significance, and history of modern art from its emergence in 19th century Europe to the pluralism of today’s globalized world. We consider the complex relationship between artistic innovation and the social, political, and theoretical changes that go by the name “modernity.”
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: ART 262 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 263 (minimum grade of C-)
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ART 366 - Gender and Representation
This course invites students to think critically about the role that images play in constructing–or deconstructing–our concepts of gender. Drawing from contemporary cultural theory and the feminist critique of art, it surveys images from mass media to high art. Students build a historically and culturally nuanced understanding of gender as a central issue in visual representation.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore standing
Cross Listed: This course is the same as GWS 366 ; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
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ART 370 - Art History Topics
This course offers in-depth exploration of a particular topic in the history of art. Course content will vary. Specific topic to be announced by instructor.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: ART 262 (minimum grade of C-) OR ART 263 (minimum grade of C-)
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits provided the topics are different.
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ART 371 - Contemporary Art World
This course combines reading, lecture, discussion, and student research to help students develop an understanding of the important institutions and networks that make up the contemporary art world. Topics such as museums, collections, sales galleries, auction houses, public art, and art crime are included.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: ART 262 AND ART 263
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ART 380 - Web Architecture, Design, & Development
This course introduces students to web architecture in the context of end-user and organizational needs. Students learn to build and produce code in order to design and support dynamic Web applications, including mobile devices. Information organization, visual design, human interface/usability, and management issues are addressed.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: ART 230 (minimum grade of C-)
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ART 385 - Contemporary Art: Process, Theory, and Criticism
This course will engage students in the contemporary dialogue about art. Reading, class discussion and writing will focus on contemporary art process, theory and criticism.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: ART 262 AND ART 263
Class Level Restriction: Junior standing
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ART 480 - Design Internship
In this supervised internship, students gain real world work experience in a professional setting, dealing first hand with design, clients, budgets, and deadlines. A reflective journal and work samples are required. A minimum of 5 weeks full time or 200 contact hours.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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ART 488 - Community-Based Projects
This course provides the opportunity to work on a variety of projects that could include internships, community involvement, collaborative and/or installation projects, and travel-based programs. Students will be supervised by a full-time faculty member. Instructor permission required.
Credits: 1-6
Class Level Restriction: Junior standing
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ART 492 - Independent Media/Research
In this course students have the opportunity to work independently on a self-directed studio or research-based project. Students may work with any full-time member of the Art and Design department, but must have that faculty member’s permission.
Credits: 1-4
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits.
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ART 494 - Art Media/Methods for Teachers
This course includes contemporary concepts, practices, materials and methods used in the K-12 school art program. This course serves as a capstone for K-12 Art Majors.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-4)
Prerequisites: ART 212 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior/Senior standing
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ART 495 - Portfolio/Campaign Design
Directed research and critical analysis in campaign design are the focus of this capstone graphic design course. Students apply design principles, type and design skills, and computer applications to further develop their own creative processes. Students build a professional portfolio, demonstrating strategy, research, concept, design and technical proficiency directed at a target audience.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: ART 330 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 340 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 360 (minimum grade of C-) AND ART 380 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Senior standing
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ART 496 - Senior Seminar
This course assists graduating art students in transitioning to professional practice in the art world or graduate school. Careers in fine art, commercial art, art education and art-related fields of study are discussed. Practical concerns such as pricing, contracts and copyright are also addressed. Students are required to produce a final digital portfolio and participate in a capstone project.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: ART 212 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Senior standing
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ART 499 - Independent Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the department chairperson and dean.
Credits: 1-6
Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
Notes:
No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
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AT 205 - First Responder
This class will train those individuals who have a duty to respond in emergency situations with the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life, reduce pain and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until advanced medical help arrives. The course will prepare students to make appropriate decisions about the care to provide in an emergency.
Credits: 2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
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AT 220 - Clinical in Athletic Training I
This course is designed to introduce the student with clinical opportunities in the field of athletic training. This course includes a 75 hour minimum clinical rotation component to allow for the athletic training student to become proficient in the clinical skills.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-2)
Permissions Required: Instructor
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AT 224 - Foundations in Athletic Training
This course provides an introduction to the field of athletic training along with discussion of professional opportunities. Students will develop a basic understanding of orthopedic injuries and conditions as they relate to prevention, nature and causes in active populations.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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AT 230 - Clinical Instruction in Athletic Training
This course is designed to provide the student with clinical opportunities to review and evaluate the clinical proficiencies associated with the prerequisites of this course as required by the CAATE. This course includes a 150 hour minimum clinical rotation component to allow for the athletic training student to become proficient in the clinical skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: AT 220
Permissions Required: Instructor
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AT 240 - Clinical in Athletic Training II
This course is designed to provide the student with clinical opportunities to review and evaluate the clinical proficiencies associated with the prerequisites and corequisites of this course as required by the CAATE. This course includes a 150 hour minimum clinical rotation component to allow for the athletic training student to become proficient in the clinical skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: AT 205 AND AT 220 AND AT 224
Permissions Required: Instructor
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AT 260 - Clinical in Athletic Training III
This course is designed to provide the student with clinical opportunities to review and evaluate the clinical proficiencies associated with the prerequisites and corequisites of this course as required by the CAATE. This course includes a 150 hour minimum clinical rotation component to allow for the athletic training student to become proficient in the clinical skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: AT 240 AND AT 283
Permissions Required: Instructor
Notes:
Co-requisite of AT 285 may be required. See department for details
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AT 283 - Evaluation of Injuries I
This course will provide the student with the evaluative techniques and skills necessary in the recognition of athletic injuries and an understanding of the mechanism of various athletic injuries involving the lower extremities, lumbar and thoracic spine.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: AT 224 AND BIO 233
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AT 285 - Evaluation of Injuries II
This course will provide the student with the evaluative techniques and skills necessary in the recognition of athletic injuries and an understanding of the mechanism of various athletic injuries involving the upper extremities, cervical spine and head.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: AT 283
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AT 320 - Clinical in Athletic Training IV
This course is designed to provide the student with clinical opportunities to review and evaluate the clinical proficiencies associated with the prerequisites and corequisites of this course as required by the CAATE. This course includes a 150 hour minimum clinical rotation component to allow for the athletic training student to become proficient in the clinical skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: AT 260 AND AT 285 AND AT 385 AND AT 387
Permissions Required: Instructor
Notes:
AT 385 AND AT 387 may be concurrently enrolled.
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AT 340 - Clinical in Athletic Training V
This course is designed to provide the student with clinical opportunities to review and evaluate the clinical proficiencies associated with the prerequisites and corequisites of this course as required by the CAATE. This course includes a 150 hour minimum clinical rotation component to allow for the athletic training student to become proficient in the clinical skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: AT 320 AND AT 385 AND AT 387 AND AT 424
Permissions Required: Instructor
Notes:
AT 424 may be concurrently enrolled.
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AT 385 - Therapeutic Modalities
The theoretical basis of therapeutic modalities will be explored as well as the clinical application of those modalities in the treatment of orthopedic injuries.
Credits: 2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
Prerequisites: BIO 233 AND BIO 234
Corequisites: AT 387
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AT 387 - Therapeutic Exercise
Students will examine the theory and physiological basis of rehabilitating orthopedic conditions.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: AT 285
Corequisites: AT 385
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AT 420 - Clinical in Athletic Training VI
This course is designed to provide the student with clinical opportunities to review and evaluate the clinical proficiencies associated with the prerequisites and corequisites of this course as required by the CAATE. This course includes a 150 hour minimum clinical rotation component to allow for the athletic training student to become proficient in the clinical skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: AT 340 AND AT 480 AND ES 353 AND ES 360 AND ES 375 AND ES 490
Permissions Required: Instructor
Notes:
AT 480 may be concurrently enrolled
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AT 424 - Advanced Medical Concepts
This course deals with the knowledge, skills, and values an athletic trainer must possess in pharmacological applications and general medical conditions, and other advanced athletic training principles.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: AT 205 AND AT 285
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AT 440 - Clinical in Athletic Training VII
This course is designed to provide the student with clinical opportunities to review and evaluate the clinical proficiencies associated with the prerequisites and corequisites of this course as required by the CAATE. This course includes a 150 hour minimum clinical rotation component to allow for the athletic training student to become proficient in the clinical skills.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: AT 420
Permissions Required: Instructor
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AT 480 - Administration in Athletic Training
Students will examine organization and administration of athletic training programs. Topics include facilities, equipment, medical personnel, budgets, insurance, emergency planning, risk management, professional code of ethics, communication, documentation, legal aspects of athletic training, and other current issues.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: AT 224
Class Level Restriction: Junior standing
Program Restriction: Must be a declared Athletic Training major.
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AT 495 - Research in Health Professions I
The purpose of this course is to convey an appreciation for disciplined inquiry, including epidemiology and evidence-based practice, as a means to promote critical thinking, advance knowledge and improve practice. Students will complete a formal research proposal and complete IRB requirements for student research. Students will explore and critically analyze topics in heathcare and share their perspectives through various discourse mediums.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ES 242
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AT 496 - Research in Health Professions II
Completion of student research project from AT 495 with emphasis on synthesizing results into what is currently known and integrating information gained through research into clinical practice.
Credits: 2
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (2-0)
Prerequisites: AT 495
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BA 103 - The U.S. Business System
This course introduces students to US enterprise and commerce. It focuses on the influence of society, politics, economics and technology in shaping the business system. The course initiates a process of critical thinking; students not only comprehend specific knowledge of business terms and concepts, but apply it to typical business problems and cases. Students also practice communicating clearly in writing.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
gtPathways: SS1
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BA 205 - New Business Venturing
This course introduces students to starting and operating a business. At the macro level, students are exposed to how business interacts with government, financial institutions and society. At the micro level, students are exposed to customer psychology, basic economics, data analysis and interpretation. Individual research and writing a business plan are required. Other topics covered include franchising, home-based businesses and e-commerce.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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BA 222 - Management Information Systems
A study of information processing, the systems concept, the analysis and design of information systems and database technology as they apply to business decision making. Advanced applications of word processing, spreadsheet and database software.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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BA 253 - Business Statistics
An introductory course covering the collection and analysis of numerical data for decision-making purposes. Topics to be covered include descriptive statistics, measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability, sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, and regression and correlation.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
gtPathways: MA1
Prerequisites: MATH 110 OR MATH 113 OR MATH 121 OR MATH 210 OR MATH 221 (with a C- or better) OR Computed Math Placement Score MA121 or MA221
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BA 260 - Business Law and Ethics
This course introduces students to business ethics, sources of law, and the governmental framework in which law is applied. Students examine constitutional principles, employment law, contracts, torts, crime and the law of business associations.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: One CO1 course OR placement in one CO2 course [Details: CO1 course list: COMP 126 , COMP 150 ].
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BA 271 - Principles of International Business
An introductory course addressing physical and human characteristics and interactions that shape the nature of international business, and movement of resources across geographical and cultural boundaries. This course emphasizes the cultural aspects of international business and focuses on particular cultures to enable students to gain greater exposure to the impact of culture on business.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
gtPathways: SS1
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BA 301 - Management and Organizational Behavior
A study of the principles, practices and processes of administration: the organization of a system, the behavior of people in the organization and the development of organizational effectiveness. Both domestic and international aspects of management theory and practice will be considered.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 103 OR ACC 225 AND ECON 262 OR ECON 272 AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 215 , COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , HIST 250 , SOC 210 ].
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BA 302 - Human Resource Management
Human resource system makeup within an organization. Topics include, but are not limited to, recruitment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal, wage and salary administration, discipline, labor relations, union management relations and the role of government in human resource administration.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 301 AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 215 , COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , HIST 250 , SOC 210 ].
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BA 308 - Office Management
The principles of office management and office management technology. The responsibilities of managing office services, layout and space utilization, office furniture and equipment, machines and appliances, personnel issues, controlling costs and office methods and procedures are included. Individual research required.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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BA 313 - Ethical Issues in Business
This course will examine ethical issues which arise and are unique to managerial decision making in business settings. The course will proceed developmentally with ethical systems commonly used in business, personal ethics and, finally, ethics in business through case studies.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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BA 315 - International Business Law
An introduction to the law of international business, focusing on international sales, the documentary transfer, transportation of goods, letters of credit, and the principles of international trade law, including the World Trade Organization and the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade, the North American Free Trade Agreement and the European Union. This course includes a significant writing component.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 260 AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 215 , COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , HIST 250 , SOC 210 ].
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BA 330 - Tourism and Hospitality Management
An introductory course covering the scope, organization, and environment of the domestic and international tourism and hospitality industry. Topics to be covered include industry components, supply and demand, motivation and sociology, economics, public policy and environmental issues, and current leadership and management challenges facing the industry.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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BA 352 - Project Management
Issues surrounding business and software development projects; plan development and execution; cost estimation, sequencing, scheduling, and controlling activities for timely completion of projects; and collection and dissemination of project-related information. This course will utilize popular project management software.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 222 OR ENGR 103 OR ENGR 104
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BA 353 - Operations Management
Concepts and methods for economical planning and control of activities required for transforming a set of inputs into specified goods or services. Emphasis is given to forecasting, decision analysis, cost analysis, design of production systems, production/marketing relationships, operations planning and control and the importance of global competitiveness.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: ACC 226 AND BA 253 OR MATH 201 AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 215 , COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , HIST 250 , SOC 210 ].
Class Level Restriction: Junior standing
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BA 368 - Topics in Management
An examination of selected topics in the area of management.
Credits: 1-4
Repeatable: This course is repeatable up to a maximum of 12 credits provided the topics are different.
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BA 370 - Topics in International Business
An examination of selected topics and issues pertaining to the international marketplace.
Credits: 1-6
Repeatable: This course is repeatable up to a maximum of 12 credits provided the topics are different.
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BA 372 - Global Business Seminar
Addresses the unique issues, challenges and opportunities in the global business community. The strengths and weaknesses of current developments and trends of business globalization are examined in a context of social, cultural, political, economic and environmental concern.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: One CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 215 , COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , HIST 250 , SOC 210 ].
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BA 380 - Financial Management
An introductory course focusing on financial analysis and decision-making, including time value of money, valuation of stocks, bonds and other securities, investment risk management, capital budgeting, cost of capital and long- and short-term financing for firms competing in a global business environment.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: ACC 225
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BA 381 - Real Estate Investment and Economics
This course develops logical decision-making skills in real estate investments. Spreadsheet modeling is employed to quantitatively assess cash flows and values of potential real estate investments. In addition to the financial forecasting models used, economic models are developed to further enhance the analysis. The industry leading @Risk software is also used to measure and assess the risk of the investment.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 380
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BA 382 - Financial Institution and Investment Advising
Analysis of various investment theories within securities’ markets emphasizing valuation techniques and portfolio management. Within the confines of Securities & Exchange Commission and appropriate regulatory guidelines, students are prepared for investment advisor registration and licensing, to include the Series 65 exam. Additionally, students receive experience developing and implementing wealth management plans.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 380
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BA 386 - Insurance
A study of the types of coverage, buying strategies and various types of insurance companies. Emphasis is placed on insurance contracts, risk management programs, fire, marine, casualty, business property and liability, life and other types of insurance.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 380
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BA 387 - Real Estate
An introductory course providing a foundation for those interested in real estate as a professional career, an investment mechanism or simply as home ownership. Topics covered include legal considerations for listing, sale and transfer of real property rights, the regulation, practices and legal ethics of real estate agents and the appraisal, investment analysis and financial techniques of real property.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
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BA 389 - International Finance
This course is concerned with the financial management of a multinational corporation. Special consideration is given to foreign exchange risk management, investment analysis, capital budgeting, capital structure and working capital management.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 380
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BA 407 - Management Consulting
The study of the concepts and models of management consulting and their application in business organizations. Emphasis is on practical application and the use of relevant tools and techniques. Students are required to engage in consulting services.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 301 AND BA 380 AND MK 350 AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 215 , COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , HIST 250 , SOC 210 ].
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BA 437 - Internship in Business
Directed experience working in a business organization performing professional duties and responsibilities. Specific requirements will include the keeping of a detailed journal and completion of a term paper. The student’s performance will be evaluated by his/her supervisor in the business organization and the assigned college faculty member. Students are required to complete a minimum of 200 contact hours for each internship experience.
Credits: 4
Hours: Student should have 80 credit hours completed.
Class Level Restriction: Junior standing
Permissions Required: Instructor
Repeatable: This course is repeatable once for a maximum of 8 credits.
Notes:
3.0 GPA. Only one internship can be used towards any SOBA major or minor.
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BA 481 - Cases in Financial Management
This course will apply the tools of financial management to a variety of business problems and cases. Areas of analysis will not be confined to finance, but will include decision making in marketing, management, etc., realizing the interdisciplinary reality of business.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 380 AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 215 , COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , HIST 250 , SOC 210 ].
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BA 485 - Investments and Portfolio Management
Analysis of various investment theories is accompanied by a study of the securities markets. Areas of emphasis will include analysis and valuation of stocks and derivative securities, implications of diversification for return and risk of a portfolio, and strategies for the management of portfolio risk.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BA 380
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BA 496 - Senior Seminar in Strategic Management
The integration of managerial theories, techniques and skills provides vicarious experiences and research in administrative decision making, policy, strategy and tactics. Emphasis is on the total organization and its internal and external relationships and responsibilities. Cases analyzing firms ranging from small to large, local to international and profit to not-for-profit are covered. An appropriate term paper is required.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: ACC 225 AND ACC 226 AND BA 260 AND BA 301 AND BA 353 AND BA 380 AND ECON 262 AND ECON 272 AND MK 350 AND BA 253 OR MATH 201 AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 215 , COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , HIST 250 , SOC 210 ].
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BA 499 - Independent Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the department chairperson and dean. Students must meet SOBA requirements and obtain permission from the SOBA Dean’s office.
Credits: 1-6
Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
Notes:
No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
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BIO 105 - Issues in Genetic Engineering
During this course, students will study what genetic engineering is, how this relatively new biotechnology works and key examples of genetic engineering in both agriculture and medicine. The foci of this course are 1) the societal, ethical, political and economic issues that arise due to the use of genetic engineering technology and 2) the basic science of genes, gene expression and recombinant DNA technology that makes genetic engineering possible. Students will analyze and discuss genetic engineering issues with an eye toward making informed personal decisions about the use of this technology. During the laboratory element of this course, students will engage in genetic analysis, genetic engineering of cells and a self-designed project related to genetic engineering.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
gtPathways: SC1
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BIO 110 - Modern Issues in Environmental Biology
An introductory biology course providing the non-science major with a comprehensive view of modern biology, especially how it affects man. Concepts of scientific method will be covered in this course to give the non-major a feeling for processes that are carried out in biological research. Credit not applicable to the Biology major.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
gtPathways: SC1
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BIO 112 - Introduction to Organismic and Evolutionary Biology
This course covers the nature of biological inquiry, basic ecology, cellular reproduction, Mendelian genetics and basic evolution theory. Using these basic topics, the course will also incorporate reading and interpreting the biological literature, hypothesis testing, data analysis and current social and ethical issues surrounding biology. Required for all biology majors and should be seriously considered by those contemplating majoring in any science.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
gtPathways: SC2
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BIO 113 - Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Biology
This course covers basic biochemistry, energetics, cell biology, gene expression and basic cellular plant and animal physiology. The laboratory will include experiments such as basic cell fractionation, enzymology and osmosis/diffusion. This term will culminate in a guided, student-designed experiment.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 112 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 150
Notes:
CHEM 150 may be concurrently enrolled.
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BIO 125 - Conservation Biology
An introduction to issues related to species and ecosystem preservation with particular reference to mechanisms of change and human impacts on the environment. This course will focus on biodiversity, habitat loss, species extinction, exotic species and their impacts, and opportunities for human intervention in alleviating trends in species loss and ecosystem degradation.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: SC2
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BIO 132 - Human Sexuality
Biological aspects of human reproduction supplemented by discussion of medical, societal, psychological and ethical issues. Credit not applicable to the Biology major.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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BIO 141 - People and the Planet
This course examines population growth, the availability of food and water and human-influenced environmental change, particularly global warming and ozone depletion, from various cultural perspectives. The current scientific understanding and policy responses to these issues are discussed. The concept of “sustainability” is introduced and examples of its application are presented.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: SC2
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BIO 202 - Plant and Human Affairs
This course reviews the way humans have used plants for food, fiber, drugs, building products, etc., as well as how plants in turn have affected the human race. This course is designed for non-science majors. Credit not applicable to the Biology major.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
gtPathways: SC1
Prerequisites: One CO1 course [Details: CO1 course list: COMP 126 , COMP 150 ].
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BIO 206 - General Botany
This course has two parts. Part one addresses the structure, development and physiology of vascular plants. Part two presents a survey of the structure, reproduction, evolution and relation to humans of the fungi, algae, bryophytes, ferns, gymnosperms and angiosperms.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 113 (minimum grade of C-)
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BIO 207 - General Zoology
A survey of the field of zoology and its major subdivisions. It includes an overview of the evolutionary relationships of animal groups from protozoa through vertebrates.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 113 (minimum grade of C-)
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BIO 208 - Introduction to Microbiology
This course is an introductory course designed to meet the needs of many allied health-directed students. Basic understanding of bacteria, their growth habits, and how they contribute to human and other diseases will be covered. Lab will cover sterile technique and basic identification. This course cannot be used for the biology major.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 150
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BIO 233 - Human Anatomy
An introduction to the structure of the human body at the cell, tissue, organ and system levels.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
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BIO 234 - Human Physiology
This course will examine the physiological function of selected organ systems in the human body. Using the basic sciences of biology, chemistry, and anatomy, the structure and function of the human nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems will be examined. The course will also explore the technologies used to study and describe the function of these body systems.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
gtPathways: SC1
Prerequisites: BIO 233
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BIO 250 - Ecology of the Southwest
This course provides an understanding of the scientific method by investigating the ecology of the Southwest. Through field trips and research projects, students learn to recognize major plant and animal species and ecological factors that limit species distribution and abundance. Lectures and readings provide insights into major ecological processes, e.g., population growth, food webs and natural disturbances.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
gtPathways: SC1
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BIO 260 - Genetics
A survey of basic genetic processes. Topics include transmission, population and evolutionary genetics as well as basic molecular processes such as DNA replication, transcription and translation.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 113 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 206 (minimum grade of C-) OR BIO 207 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 151
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BIO 270 - Foundations of Molecular Biology
This course is a foundational course for students interested in molecular and cellular biology. Students will examine the key paradigms of molecular cell biology such as mechanisms of gene expression, regulation of gene expression and the relationship between molecule structure and function. The laboratory will introduce students to the molecular approaches and techniques used to study gene expression. Methods used in lab will include recombinant DNA technology, transformation techniques, nucleic acid isolation and analysis and protein analysis.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 113 AND (BIO 206 OR BIO 207 )
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BIO 299 - Individual Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the department chairperson and dean.
Credits: 1-6
Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
Notes:
No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
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BIO 302 - Systematic Botany
A study of the identification, classification and relationships of the vascular plants with emphasis on temperate flowering plant families. Major emphasis will be given to the origin of flowering plants and especially the nature of species as revealed by modern techniques. Laboratory work will focus on the use of keys and terminology, the identification of species and the recognition of family characteristics.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 206 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
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BIO 304 - Field Zoology
A study of primarily vertebrate animals with emphasis on taxonomic and ecological relationships, and with an introduction to various wildlife management and field study techniques. Laboratory work includes identification and occasional collection and museum preparation.
Credits: 5
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 207 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
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BIO 305 - Entomology
A study of insect anatomy, physiology, identification, ecology and behavior. Laboratories will emphasize field work and insect family identification.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 207 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
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BIO 320 - Fundamentals of Ecology
A study of the relationships among organisms and their environments, at several different levels and scales. Provides an overview of the extremely diverse field of ecology, from the ecology of individual organisms and their adaptations to the environment, to the dynamics of populations and species interactions in ecological communities, and the intricacies of energy flow and nutrient cycling in ecosystems.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 206 (minimum grade of C-) OR BIO 207 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 121 or concurrent enrollment in MATH 201
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BIO 321 - General Physiology
Examination of basic physiological concepts from the cellular through the systemic level. Topics include energy metabolism and its control, nerve function, movement, cardiovascular physiology, immune response, water regulation and integrative control systems.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 206 (minimum grade of C-) OR BIO 207 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 151
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BIO 324 - Mammalogy
The course will examine the zoology (i.e., characteristics, origin, evolution, zoogeography, systematics, ecology, behavior, physiology and conservation) of mammals (Class Mammalia). These topics will be covered by emphasizing both classical (or historical studies) and recent (or contemporary) research. Laboratory work will involve both field identification of mammals from field trips and laboratory work concerning taxonomic and morphological studies.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 207 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
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BIO 331 - Microbiology
A survey of the microbial world with emphasis on ecology, physiology and genetics of prokaryotes. Laboratory activities emphasize staining, culturing and biochemical identification techniques as well as experimental exercises with bacteria of medical, economic and agricultural importance.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 206 (minimum grade of C-) OR BIO 207 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 250
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BIO 334 - Ornithology
Ornithology is the study of birds. In this course, we will study a variety of ornithological topics, such as morphology, physiology, ecology, populations, reproduction, behavior, migration, systematics, and evolution. Additionally, we will investigate current and pressing avian conservation issues and policy with a participatory approach. In the laboratories and on field trips, we will concentrate on morphology, flight, adaptations, identification, and systematics.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 207 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
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BIO 335 - Soil and Environmental Health
Soil ecosystems are involved in many of our most pressing environmental health issues. Students who successfully complete this course will understand key concepts in soil structure, function, and management. Students will learn how soils can be analyzed and managed to address critical environmental health issues. Laboratory activities will provide hands on experience in soil analysis and remediation.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore standing
Cross Listed: This course is the same as ; credit will be given for only one of these courses.
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BIO 339 - Principles of Toxicology
Examines concepts of toxicology as applied to public and environmental toxicology. Discusses distribution, cellular penetration, metabolic conversion, and elimination of toxic agents, as well as the fundamental laws governing the interaction of foreign chemicals with biological systems. Focuses on the application of these concepts to the understanding and prevention of mortality and morbidity resulting from environmental exposure to toxic substances.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (4-0)
Prerequisites: BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 321 AND CHEM 151 AND CHEM 250 AND MATH 110 OR MATH 210 OR MATH 221
Notes:
CHEM 250 may be concurrently enrolled.
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BIO 345 - Forensic Entomology
This course examines the role of insects in the investigation of crime. Prior knowledge of insects or crime scene procedure is not required. Topics include: use of insects in establishment of post mortem intervals (PMI), forensically important insect species, procedures for recovering entomological evidence from a crime scene and analysis of entomological data used in civil and criminal investigations.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 113 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 150
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BIO 376 - Field Ecology
An advanced, project-based ecology course that emphasizes sampling methods, description of local plant and animal communities and techniques of environmental monitoring in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 302 AND BIO 320
Permissions Required: Instructor
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BIO 381 - Cellular and Molecular Biology
This course will focus on the examination of gene expression mechanisms and their regulation, organelle compartmentalization of the eukaryotic cell and the functional relationships of cell molecules, organelles and other cellular structures such as the cytoskeleton.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 270 (minimum grade of D-) AND CHEM 250 (minimum grade of D-)
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BIO 407 - Evolution
A survey of the current explanations of evolutionary mechanisms.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
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BIO 408 - Plant Speciation and Evolution
A survey of the patterns and processes of speciation in modern plant groups. Includes a review of evolutionary principles, the genetic processes involved in evolution, the generation of heritable variation, phylogeny and
phylogeography, breeding systems and the maintenance of discrete forms. Laboratory will include an original investigation of speciation in plants of SW Colorado.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: BIO 206 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
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BIO 410 - Plant Community Ecology
This course will introduce students to major conceptual issues and current data analysis techniques in plant community ecology. We will discuss biotic and abiotic variables that affect the distribution and abundance of plant species including natural and anthropogenic disturbances. We will use native ecosystems in southwestern Colorado, field collection data, and current scientific literature to explore these topics.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: BIO 302 AND BIO 320
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