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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 208 [minimum grade of C-] OR BIO 270 [minimum grade of C-]) AND CHEM 250 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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BIO 425 - Advanced Topics in Cellular and Molecular Biology
This course will present advanced topics in Cellular and Molecular Biology. Examples of such topics could include Advanced Genetics, Neurobiology, The Biology of Cancer, The Biology of Disease, The Molecular and Physiological Basis for Nutrition, Toxicology, and Virology.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: (BIO 208 [minimum grade of C-] OR BIO 270 [minimum grade of C-]) AND BIO 245 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits provided the topics are different.
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BIO 427 - Advanced Topics in Cellular and Molecular Biology with Lab
This course will offer students an opportunity to study a particular area of Cellular and Molecular Biology at an advanced level (e.g., Cellular Physiology, Embryology and Developmental Biology, Microbiology, and Immunology). The laboratory will use modern techniques to study interesting questions in the topic area.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: (BIO 208 [minimum grade of C-] OR BIO 270 [minimum grade of C-]) AND BIO 245 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits provided the topics are different.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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BIO 435 - Advanced Topics in Ecology
This course will present advanced topics in Ecology. Examples of topics include Advanced Conservation Biology, Behavioral Ecology, Biogeography, Fire Ecology, Plant Community Ecology, Rivers of Life: Riparian and Aquatic Ecology, the Ecological Effects of Climate Change, and Physiological Ecology.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: (BIO 208 [minimum grade of C-] OR BIO 270 [minimum grade of C-]) AND BIO 245 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits provided the topics are different.
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BIO 437 - Advanced Topics in Ecology with Lab
This course will cover topics at the forefront of Ecology. Labs will utilize modern techniques to evaluate questions related to these topics. Topics could include Advanced Statistical Modeling in Ecological Studies, Disease Ecology, Ecological Sustainability, Forest Ecology: The Dynamics of Change, Molecular Ecology, and Winter Ecology.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: (BIO 208 [minimum grade of C-] OR BIO 270 [minimum grade of C-]) AND BIO 245 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits provided the topics are different.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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BIO 445 - Advanced Topics in Organismal Biology
This course will cover a variety of specialized topics in organismal biology. Examples of topics for this course include Evolution, Parasitology, Pollination Biology, the Evolution of Insects, the Evolution of Invertebrates, the Evolution of Sociality in Insects, and the Evolution of Vertebrates.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: (BIO 208 (minimum grade of C-) OR BIO 270 (minimum grade of C-)) AND BIO 245 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits provided the topics are different.
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BIO 447 - Advanced Topics in Organismal Biology with Lab
This course will examine current advanced topics and lab/field techniques in organismal biology. Topics could include Plant Diversity, Entomology, Field Zoology, Ichthyology, Mammalogy, Ornithology, Plant Speciation and Evolution, Vertebrate Comparative Anatomy, or Wildlife Management.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: (BIO 208 [minimum grade C-] OR BIO 270 [minimum grade C-]) AND BIO 245 (minimum grade C-) AND BIO 260 (minimum grade C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits provided the topics are different.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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BIO 480 - Internship in Biology
Directed work experience in the biological sciences. Minimum requirements are that the students maintain a detailed journal and complete a term paper. Requires at least 125 hours of directed experience. Credit for this course cannot be applied toward the Biology major.
Credits: 1-3
Prerequisites: BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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BIO 496 - Senior Seminar
Advanced study and individual field/lab research in a topic directed by participating faculty. This course must be taken in sequence with BIO 497 in the following semester.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 132
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Permissions Required: Instructor
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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BIO 497 - Senior Thesis
Advanced study and individual field/lab research in a topic directed by participating faculty. This course is a continuation of BIO 496 .
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: BIO 260 (minimum grade of C-) AND BIO 496
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Permissions Required: Instructor
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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BIO 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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CE 122 - C++ Programming I
This course is an introduction to computer programming. It uses the C++ programming language. Topics will include variable types, operators, control flow, functions, program structure, input and output, arrays, classes, and object-oriented programming.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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CE 222 - Programming with C++ II
This course builds a repertoire of programming idioms, design patterns and knowledge of advanced C++ standard library components. By contrasting patterns and working through extensive real-world case studies, it takes apart complex systems, showing the fundamental decisions that drive them and how they are implemented and maintained by programmers over time. Advanced topics include in-depth coverage of the C++ standard library (STL) and advanced design features such as programming to abstractions/interfaces.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 122 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 223 - Data Structures and Algorithms
The objective of this course is to achieve an understanding of fundamental data structures and algorithms with a focus on the theoretical analysis, implementation, and application of computer coding. The course is designed around the concepts of how to design, write, and analyze the performance of computer programs that handle structured data and perform more complex tasks.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 222 (minimum grade of C-) AND CE 232 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 104 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 221 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 232 - Programming with Python
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Python programming language, including data types & built-in data structures, selection statements, loops, functions, objects and classes, GUI development, lists, file and exception handling, iPython, Python Toolkits, and Python Shell Scripts.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 122 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 331 - Computer Security
An introduction to the fundamentals of computer security and applied cryptography that examines how system designs, network protocols, and software engineering practices can result in vulnerabilities. Topics include software vulnerability analysis, defense, and exploitation, reverse engineering, networking and wireless security, and applied cryptography.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 222 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 341 - Fundamentals of Logic
Modern introduction to logic and building blocks used in digital systems. Topics include combinational logic: logic gates, minimization techniques, arithmetic circuits, and modern logic devices such as field programmable logic gates, sequential circuits, flip-flops, synthesis of sequential circuits, and case studies, including counters, registers, and random access memories. Different representations include: truth table, logic gate, timing diagram, and state diagrams.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 122 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 351 - Microcontrollers
Typical architecture and internal units of a microcontroller and its application to analog and digital embedded systems. Topics include: Low level programming in C and assembly language, instruction and register sets and input/output for a given microcontroller family, interfacing of analogue and digital signals and devices, serial communications, interrupts and service routines, process priority, and timing analysis.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 122 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 201 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 337 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 401 - Computer Architecture
The course is structured around the three primary building blocks of general-purpose computing systems: processors, memories, and networks. Topics include instruction set architecture; single-cycle processors; hardwired vs. micro-coded FSM processors; pipelined processors; direct-mapped vs. associative caches; pipelined caches; network topology, routing, and flow control; and integrating processors, memories, and networks..
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 222 (minimum grade of C-) AND CE 341 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 202 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 432 - Robotics II
This course focuses on advances concepts and understanding in robotics. “Advanced Robotics” will teach the key concepts used by manipulating robots and provide hands-on experience with state-of-the-art software and systems. Lecture materials are supported by exercises around the “Robot Operating System” ROS and will lead to the completion of a group project.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ENGR 336 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 431 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 223 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 311 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 433 - Imbedded Devices
The course builds gradually from simple interfacing of switches and LEDs to complex concepts like display drivers, digital to analog conversion, generation of sound, analog to digital conversion, graphics, interrupts, and communication. Debugging skills using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and software instrumentation. Concepts are first performed in simulation, and then developed into microcontroller.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 222 (minimum grade of C-) AND CE 341 (minimum grade of C-) AND ENGR 202 (minimum grade of C-)
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CE 444 - Real Time Operating Systems
To introduce students to the fundamental problems, concepts, and approaches in the design and analysis of real-time systems. To study issues related to the design and analysis of systems with real-time constraints. The problem of ensuring such constraints is ultimately a scheduling problem, so much attention is devoted to such problems.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CE 223 (minimum grade of C-) AND CE 433 (minimum grade of C-)
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CHEM 123 - Chemistry for Consumers
Topics of interest to the consumer, with focus on making personal choices of everyday chemicals. Topics may include food additives and nutrition, cosmetics, drugs, pesticides, fertilizers, soaps, detergents, fabrics and plastics. The course presents basic principles leading to a practical understanding. This is a “humane” chemistry course for people afraid of science and mathematics.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: SC2
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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CHEM 125 - Environmental Chemistry
Chemical terminology and models will be developed and applied to understanding the impacts of Homo sapiens on the natural world. Topics include natural ecosystems, anthropogenic influences on those ecosystems and application of fundamental chemical principles to our understanding of environmental issues. This is a chemistry course for people concerned about environmental issues but who are not science majors.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: SC2
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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CHEM 150 - Fundamentals of Chemistry I: Atoms/Molecules
A study of fundamental principles guiding current thought on atoms and molecules and their relation to the micro and macro scale world in which we live. This includes traditional uses of mass, energy, and intermolecular forces to model current understanding of diverse topics, including materials and environmental concerns. The laboratory emphasizes the properties of materials and chemicals in the environment.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
gtPathways: SC1
Prerequisites: MATH 113 (minimum grade of C-) OR concurrent enrollment in MATH 113 OR higher math course (minimum grade of C-) OR Computed CALC Placement Score 121 OR Computed CALC Placement Score 221 [Details: Higher math course list: MATH 121 , MATH 221 , MATH 222 ]
Notes:
All specified math prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better.
MATH 113 may be taken concurrently with CHEM 150.
There is a course specific fee for this course.
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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CHEM 151 - Fundamentals of Chemistry II: Chemical Reaction
This course explores fundamental kinetic and thermodynamic principles guiding acid-base, precipitation and oxidation-reduction chemistry in aqueous systems. These guiding principles will be applied to living systems, geological processes and environmental issues: air and water quality, climate and energy use, and nuclear hazards. The laboratory includes learning techniques in chemical analysis and applications of reaction principles.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
gtPathways: SC1
Prerequisites: CHEM 150 (minimum grade of C-) AND (MATH 113 [minimum grade of C-] OR higher math course [minimum grade of C-] OR Computed CALC Placement Score 121 OR Computed CALC Placement Score 221) [Details: Higher math course list: MATH 121 , MATH 221 , MATH 222 ]
Notes:
All specified math prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better.
There is a course specific fee for this course.
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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CHEM 250 - Organic Chemistry I: Organic Compounds
Fundamentals of bonding, structure and nomenclature of carbon compounds. Principles of stereochemistry and reaction mechanisms are introduced and illustrated with alkanes, alkenes, alcohols and alkyl halides. Acid-base, nucleophilic substitution, electrophilic addition, and elimination reactions are discussed. The laboratory addresses techniques of synthesis, separation and analysis of organic compounds.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 150 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 151 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 251 - Organic Chemistry II: Biological Chemistry
Fundamentals of structure and reactivity of alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, acids, amines, aromatic compounds and acid derivatives. Introduction to the chemistry of biological compounds including sugars, lipids, proteins and coenzyme catalysts. The laboratory emphasizes FT-IR and FT-NMR analysis of organic compounds, multi-step synthesis and identification of unknown compounds by chemical and spectroscopic methods.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 250 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 253 - Organic Chemistry II: Discussion Section
Supplement to Organic Chemistry II for students who wish to explore the concepts in greater depth.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
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CHEM 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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CHEM 305 - Natural Products From Plants
A comprehensive study of the biologically active constituents of plants of the Southwest and elsewhere. Medicinal compounds, poisons, and allelochemicals are emphasized. Chemical structures, physiological activity, plant sources and biosynthetic pathways are discussed. Lab work includes field gathering, isolation and identification of compounds.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-4)
Prerequisites: CHEM 250 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 311 - General Biochemistry I
This course covers the basic principles of biochemistry. Emphasis is on the structure and function of common building block molecules, proteins, nucleic acids, polysaccharides and membranes, and the regulation and metabolic processes occurring within living organisms.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 251 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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CHEM 313 - General Biochemistry II
The basic principles of biochemistry. Emphasis is on nucleic acid chemistry, carbohydrates and immune response.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 311 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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CHEM 356 - Physical Chemistry I: Quantum Mechanics
Fundamentals of quantum mechanics, electronic structure of atoms and molecules, molecular symmetry, molecular and reaction dynamics and the interaction of matter with light. The laboratory will include design of experiments to measure physical properties and the analysis of data. These general techniques are applied in studies of kinetics, spectroscopy, and molecular structure.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 151 (minimum grade of C-) AND MATH 222 (minimum grade of C-) AND PHYS 201 (minimum grade of C-) OR PHYS 217 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 357 - Physical Chemistry II: Thermodynamics
The course explores why chemical reactions occur, the nature of chemical equilibrium, the factors determining the speed of reactions and the role of temperature in reactions and equilibria. The laboratory will include design of experiments to measure physical properties and the analysis of data. These general techniques are applied in studies of thermochemistry and electrochemistry.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 356 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 363 - Inorganic Chemistry I
This course builds a descriptive and theoretical framework for understanding inorganic systems. Advanced atomic structure and bonding theories will be applied to understanding the properties and reactions of inorganic compounds. Nomenclature, electron counting, and isomerism of coordination compounds will be introduced, and special topics such as solid state chemistry will be addressed.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 251 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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CHEM 365 - Analytical Chemistry
Introduction to quantitative analytical chemistry. A rigorous development of the theory of chemical equilibria is presented to guide the development of laboratory skills, the rational design of experimental methodologies, and the use of instruments. Major topics include chemical and chromatographic separations, spectroscopic analysis and electrochemical methods.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 151 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 381 - Introduction to Chemistry Research Lab
This is a laboratory involving a project of advanced nature. All aspects of the project will be discussed, including choosing an appropriate project, performing a literature search, defining a project, setting goals, planning experiments and reporting results. Each member of the class will work on their own project once it has been selected in consultation with the instructor.
Credits: 1-3
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 411 - Advanced Biochemistry Lab
In this advanced biochemistry course, students will enhance their understanding of biochemistry experiments and techniques. Students will extend their understanding of the techniques they are using by examining relevant primary literature. Students will work in groups to research and communicate questions about protein and nucleic acid structure and function and other modern experimental biochemistry.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: CHEM 311 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 431 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
Advanced studies of organic reactions and reaction mechanisms. Strategies of stereoselective synthesis of complex organic molecules will be studied.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 251 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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CHEM 454 - Advanced Topics in Chemistry
Examples of offerings include FT NMR techniques, bio-organic and bio-inorganic chemistry and advanced topics in analytical, physical and organometallic chemistry.
Credits: 1-4
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Permissions Required: Instructor
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CHEM 460 - Synthesis and Spectroscopy
A laboratory course in advanced synthesis techniques, with emphasis on the synthesis of organic and organometallic compounds. Advanced methods of purification and structure elucidation will be employed. Students will be familiarized with the primary synthesis literature. Spectroscopic methods will emphasize FT-NMR techniques. Student-designed research projects will allow for directed exploration of synthesis techniques and identification of reaction products
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: CHEM 251 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 464 - Inorganic Chemistry II
This course covers advanced inorganic chemistry concepts, including modern bonding theories and coordination chemistry of transition metals. Special topics, including catalysis, organometallic, and bioinorganic chemistry will be addressed and reinforced using current, peer-reviewed journal articles. The laboratory focuses on advanced synthetic techniques employed by inorganic chemists, including solid waste, metal coordination, and air-sensitive organometallic reactions.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 356 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 363 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 465 - Instrumental Analytical Chemistry
Advanced instruction in state-of-the-art instrumental analysis, including separations methods, spectroscopic analysis and electrochemical methods of detection. Emphasis is placed upon analytical decision making, instrumental design and analysis of “real world” samples. Technical report writing is emphasized. Aspects of environmental analysis, pharmaceutical analysis and bioanalytical chemistry are also included.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-3)
Prerequisites: CHEM 356 (minimum grade of C-) AND CHEM 365 (minimum grade of C-) AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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CHEM 496 - Senior Seminar I
The first semester of a year-long capstone research experience. Students will prepare a research proposal, execute this proposed research in the laboratory, and prepare a written report summarizing their data.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-6)
Prerequisites: CHEM 251 (minimum grade of C-) AND one CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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CHEM 497 - Senior Seminar II
Continuation of CHEM 496 with emphasis upon presentation of senior thesis to the chemistry community.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: CHEM 496 (minimum grade of C-)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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CHEM 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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COMP 100 - Rhetoric and Research Studio
This supplemental academic instruction course is for students who require extra time to achieve COMP 150 learning outcomes. COMP 100 activities are explicitly aligned with those of COMP 150 and include continued discussions of readings, small group work, practice and research. COMP 100 creates additional time for written assignments and one-on-one conferencing with the instructor.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (1-0)
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C100
Permissions Required: Instructor
Notes:
Corequisite: COMP 100 and COMP 150 must be taken together.
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COMP 150 - Rhetoric and Research
This course introduces students to the discipline of Writing Studies. Students develop a foundation of academic writing as transformative and transferrable through an anthology of readings and emphasis on threshold concepts such as: writing is linked to prior literacy experiences; writing is a social and rhetorical activity; good writing depends on the situation; and all writers have more to learn.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: CO1
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C150 OR TRS 91 (minimum grade of C-) or concurrent enrollment in COMP 100 .
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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COMP 250 - Academic Inquiry and Writing
COMP 250 builds on introductory rhetorical and genre theories. It focuses on analysis of specific genres and their conventions through critical thinking and writing in academic contexts. Students address specific audiences based on genres; determine appropriate exigencies; evaluate sources of evidence; deepen their understanding of writing as an activity within genre; and create and present an extended research project.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: CO2
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C250 OR COMP 150 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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COMP 252 - Professional and Technical Writing
COMP 252 builds on introductory rhetorical and genre theories. It focuses on analysis of specific genres and their conventions through critical thinking and writing in technical and professional contexts. Students address specific audiences based on genres; determine appropriate exigencies; evaluate sources of evidence; deepen their understanding of writing as an activity within genre; create and present an extended research project.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Hours: 2017
gtPathways: CO2
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C250 OR COMP 150 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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COMP 253 - Action Research
COMP 253 builds on introductory rhetorical and genre theories. It focuses on analysis of specific genres and their conventions through critical thinking and writing in community-based research contexts. Students address specific audiences based on genres; determine appropriate exigencies; evaluate sources of evidence; deepen their understanding of writing as an activity within genre; and create and present an extended research project.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: CO2
Prerequisites: FLC Writing Placement Score C250 OR COMP 150 (minimum grade of C-)
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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COMP 350 - Rhetoric of Knowledge
This advanced course develops mastery of writing and research in students’ field of study. Students deepen their professional skills, scholarship and/or grant writing skills, as well as an understanding of the methodologies and ideologies of their disciplines. Students progress to a proposal for a senior seminar project or research paper in their field.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
gtPathways: CO3
Prerequisites: One CO2 course (minimum grade of C-) [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore standing
Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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ECON 262 - Principles of Microeconomics
An introductory course in price theory. Topics include opportunity cost, demand, supply, markets, elasticities and the organization of markets. Modeling and the use of these models in real world situations, using current data, is explored.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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ECON 272 - Principles of Macroeconomics
The objective of this course is to teach basic general education level macroeconomic concepts that will help the student understand how economic systems operate. Both strengths and weaknesses of the system will be discussed. The same concepts used to analyze the functioning of our economic system will provide the basis for analyzing personal, business, and government decisions.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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Notes:
This course was approved for gtPathways as of publication date. Changes can be made to approved gtPathways courses at any time; they are not catalog specific. The most accurate listing of courses approved for gtPathways can be found by searching by attribute on the schedule on WebOPUS.
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ECON 307 - Evolution of Economic Thought
Traces the evolution of economic thought from the 1600’s to the present. Explores the major figures and their theories in the history of economic thought and the tools of analysis they utilized. Students will not only improve their understanding of economic reasoning and analysis, but also gain a unique appreciation of how modern economics evolved into its present form.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 325 - Pricing Strategies
This course takes an integrative approach, combining economic, strategic, marketing, and psychological considerations of pricing. Includes an application of economic principles and a critical analysis of the legal and ethical constraints surrounding pricing decisions. Theoretical constructs and general frameworks will be taught, in combination with real world examples through the use of case studies.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 335 - Environment/Resource Economics
A course using economic analysis to explain the underlying behavioral causes of environmental and natural resource problems and to evaluate the policy responses to them. Topics include air and water pollution, the allocation of renewable and exhaustible resources, and sustainable development.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 338 - Market Process
This course examines a particular school of economics called the Austrian School. It offers an alternative approach to economics that emphasizes the understanding of markets as processes of change and knowledge generation. Besides the theoretical underpinnings, this course will also examine the impact that market process theory has had on the economics profession and public policy debates.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 340 - Economics of Crime
This course considers the costs of crime and crime prevention to society, public policies dealing with crime, and the decision making process of criminals. It deals with crime statistics, the economic repercussions of crime, and uses economic tools to analyze current issues in crime.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 342 - Energy Economics
This course examines the economics of the energy industry and the public policies affecting energy markets. It considers both conventional, carbon-based energy and alternative energy sources. The effects of energy development and extraction on the environment and the communities where the energy sources are located are considered. Students will learn about our local energy industry from guest speakers.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 345 - Game Theory
Game theory is the formal analysis of strategic decision making. It provides a structured approach to the problems of strategic interactions and the process of making tactical decisions. This course considers the decision making process of individuals and institutions performing economic functions.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 361 - Managerial Economics
The purpose of this course is to connect economic theory with business decision-making. The course is concerned with the application of economic models to business decisions and employs quantitative decision making tools.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 362 - Intermediate Microeconomic Theory
The purpose of this course is to explore the foundations of microeconomic theory. The course is concerned with the behavior of individual economic agents and their interactions. It studies how individual economic agents make decisions and how markets function. The course focuses on both policy applications and pricing theory.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 369 - Public Sector Economics
Application of economic theory to the study of non-market (political) decision making. An analysis of the types, incidences, and consequences of taxation; government expenditures and borrowing and their economic effects.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 372 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory
Introduces theories of aggregate economic activity including the determination of income, employment and prices; the causes of short-term business cycles fluctuations, and long run economic growth. Short and long-term macroeconomic policies are explored in both closed and open economy models.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262 AND ECON 272
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 374 - International Trade
This course investigates the causes and effects of international trade. Topics include comparative advantage, traditional and new trade theories and economic growth. Also discussed is international factor trade, trade barriers, regional economic integration, dumping and international competitiveness of firms and nations. Attention is given to analyzing the effects of various policy instruments.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 378 - Special Topics - Economics
An examination of selected topics in the areas of economics.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Repeatable: This course is repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits provided the topics are different.
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ECON 379 - Readings in Economics
In this course students will read a variety of current writings concerning economics and policy.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 382 - Money/Financial Institutions
Topics include the determination and role of interest rates, the organization and operation of the banking firm, the goals, implementation, and evaluation of monetary policy in an open economy, and exchange rate determination. Particular emphasis on the importance of financial markets in determining interest and exchange rates, bank behavior, and monetary policy.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 262 AND ECON 272
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 384 - International Finance
This course examines the determination of income, the exchange rate, and the balance of payments in economies that trade goods and services and assets. Theory is developed and employed to study current events, as well as historical experience. Economic data will frequently be analyzed to draw the connection between theory and economies.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ECON 272
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 389 - Applied Econometrics
Introduction to applied econometrics. This course concentrates on using the tools of regression analysis to investigate statistical relationships between economic variables. The focus of the course is applying econometric analysis with goal of becoming proficient in developing and interpreting linear multiple regression models. The tools introduced here can be applied to any number of other disciplines.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: BA 254
Class Level Restriction: Junior
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ECON 480 - Modern World: Ethical Economics Policy and Ethics
An economics-centered liberal arts outcome-focused course addressing ethical economic decision making utilizing knowledge, critical thinking tools and skills, effective communication, and teamwork. The course will focus on a current economic policy issues as platforms for student analysis.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Class Level Restriction: Senior
Program Restriction: Must be a declared Economics major or minor.
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ECON 499 - Independent Study
Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by an Economics faculty member and the School of Business Administration Dean’s office.
Credits: 1-6
Hours: 50 hours are the equivalent of one credit hour.
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
No more than eight credits in any combination of departmental 299/499 courses may apply toward a degree.
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ED 222 - Education: Global Perspectives
Students in this course will study the social, philosophical, cultural, and intellectual foundations of “schooling” and “education” as they have evolved over time. Students will engage in research, discussions, and classroom activities that are directly related to American and international education. Students will write and critically think about topics related to education practice in this culturally diverse world.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Notes:
Students must complete this course with a B- or better for admission to the Teacher Education Licensure Program.
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ED 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/Director.
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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ED 320 - Social Studies for Educators
This course will prepare elementary and early childhood majors for content appropriate for teaching Colorado Academic Standards in Social Studies (Civics, Geography, History: World and US, Economics and Behavioral Science).
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 327 - Children’s Literature
A study of all types of literature for children, development of criteria for evaluating books and methods of creating in children a love of good books through a sound literature program for early childhood and elementary schools.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 328 - Children’s Literature Field Practicum
This practicum accompanies ED 327 . It provides the basis for students in Children’s Literature to apply the literacy concepts they are studying, such as drama, puppetry, book production, and storytelling.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Hours: 30 hours of practicum in a field setting are required.
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 329 - Family and Community Relations
The purpose of this course is to learn about resources to effectively implement family, school and community partnerships that support student success. Students will explore topics such as school climate, family engagement, and diverse family structures. Effective communication techniques, relationship-building strategies, and resources supporting children and families will be addressed.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 331 - Southwest Minority Child Classroom
Course is designed to provide a systematic analysis of the forces that shape the behavior of the Native American, Hispanic and other minority children in an educational setting. Major emphasis will be placed on the development of an understanding of the differences in culture, value systems, attitudes and feelings of these minority students as they relate to the education system. The goal is a change in teacher behavior given adequate information to reflect upon education from the minority perspective.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 332 - Materials and Methods of Bilingual Education
This course covers specialized methodology and materials to empower teachers to serve the needs of linguistically different students in bilingual settings. Current methods for teaching cognitive areas in other languages and English as a second language are covered. Students make specialized materials to meet future classroom needs. Some facility in a non-English language is expected.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 333 - Southwest Language Immersion for Teachers
Language immersion is designed for prospective teachers who may encounter Native American languages and/or southwest Spanish dialects in the school community. It provides the student with basic oral skills in the languages and the respective course is taught almost entirely in the target language. Students may enroll for one, two or all of the courses for a total of 3 credits.
Credits: 1-3
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 335 - Linguistics for Educators
This course is designed for teachers, particularly bilingual and ESL teachers, who need to convert the science of language to practical classroom application. The student will become familiar with the three types of grammar, will explore how language is learned and will apply the science to reading, writing, spelling, vocabulary and grammar instruction. Further, the student will explore the phenomenon of dialect and improve personal language skills.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-) AND CO2 course [Details: CO2 course list: COMP 250 , COMP 252 , COMP 253 , ENGL 268 , SOC 210 ]
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 336 - Spanish for Educators
This course is for prospective teachers and provides students with basic oral and written skills needed to communicate to Spanish speaking students and family members by modeling strategies to be used with second language learners in the classroom. This course is taught almost entirely in Spanish, yet no Spanish is required in order to succeed in the course.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
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ED 338 - Literacy and Arts Integration
This course will prepare elementary and early childhood majors with content appropriate for integrating Colorado Academic Standards in Drama, Music, Visual Arts, Physical Education, and Dance in Literacy standards.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: (COMP 150 OR FLC Writing Placement Score C250) AND ED 222
Program Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 340 - Science for Educators
This course will prepare elementary and early childhood majors for content appropriate for teaching Colorado Academic Standards in Science, specifically Life Science, Physical Science, and Earth Science.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 342 - Foundations of Teaching SBFE
This school-based field experience works in tangent with the ED 341 classroom instruction and content, for students to observe and implement techniques and strategies for teaching. Students will work with a cooperating teacher in a public school setting and the course instructor around concepts such as lesson design, instructional practices, assessment, differentiated learning styles, and classroom management.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
Notes:
Corequisite: ED 341
Students must complete a background check.
Students must complete this course with a B- or better for admission to the Teacher Education Licensure Program.
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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ED 350 - Principles of Peer Education
This course introduces students to principles and practices of peer education.
Credits: 1-3
Prerequisites: ED 222 (minimum grade of B-)
Class Level Restriction: Sophomore
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ED 416 - Literacy & Numeracy Integration K-12
Teacher candidates seeking K-12 endorsements will learn to integrate content-specific vocabulary, reading, writing, oral language and numeracy into their K-12 instruction. Concurrent enrollment in ED 417 is required.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 341 AND ED 342
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
Corequisite: ED 417
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ED 417 - Literacy & Numeracy Integration K-12 SBFE
Teacher candidates seeking K-12 endorsements will work with mentor teachers in local schools to study how literacy and numeracy is incorporated into their content teaching.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Hours: At least 30 hours of working with teachers in an approved placement in schools is required.
Prerequisites: ED 341 AND ED 342
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Notes:
Corequisite: ED 416
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ED 419 - Teaching Science: P-6 SBFE
This school-based field experience course accompanies ED 418 . It provides the basis for students in Teaching Science P-6 to apply inquiry science concepts they are studying such as critical thinking, problem solving, inquiry, constructivism, technology, and reflective practice appropriate for developing children’s science knowledge from birth through sixth grade.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Hours: At least 30 hours of working with teachers in an approved placement in schools is required.
Program Restriction: Admission to Teacher Education Program.
Notes:
Corequisite: ED 418
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ED 428 - Language and Literacy Field Study
This field-based practicum provides students with the opportunity to apply and assess the cultural and literacy concepts being studied concurrently and gained earlier in the 300-level literacy courses, including strategies for teaching linguistically diverse students.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-2)
Hours: At least 50 hours of School Based Field Experiences.
Program Restriction: Must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program or declared TESOL minor.
Notes:
There is a course specific fee for this course.
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ED 434 - Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners
Students in this course will learn how to develop and adapt instruction to meet the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs). Students will analyze factors and tools that promote second language acquisition. In addition, students will implement research-based strategies to provide rigorous content and language instruction in linguistically accessible ways and create a culturally-responsive classroom environment that supports diverse learners.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Prerequisites: ED 222 AND ED 341 AND ED 342
Class Level Restriction: Junior
Program Restriction: Must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program or declared TESOL minor.
Notes:
Corequisite: ED 447 for Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education majors only.
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ED 435 - Teaching Mathematics: P-6
This course prepares future preschool and elementary teachers to reach every child, from birth through sixth grade, with rigorous and innovative instructional practices as they relate to mathematic instruction. This course includes the teaching of number systems and number sense, geometry, measurement, statistics and probability, and functions and use of variables.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Program Restriction: Admission to Teacher Education Program.
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ED 438 - Content Based Field Study
This field-based practicum provides students with the opportunity to apply and assess the math, science, and social studies concepts they are studying in this second block and to adapt instruction for students with exceptional and diverse needs.
Credits: 1
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (0-6)
Hours: 224 hours of field study are required.
Program Restriction: Admission to Teacher Education Program.
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