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BIO 3620 - Medical Physiology (4)
Detailed study of physiological principles and the functioning of the various organ systems. Establishes a foundation for describing the mechanisms of action underlying human health and disease.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3230 or BIO 3232 , or BCM 4254 , or CHM 4254 , with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 3621 - Physiology Laboratory (1)
Laboratory exercises illustrating the principles of human physiology through experimental measurements and computer simulations.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 3620 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 3660 - Principles of Pharmacology (4)
Introduction to the general principles of pharmacology. Includes principles of drug action, drug metabolism, and a review of major classes of pharmaceuticals.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 2640 or BIO 3620 ; and BIO 3232 or BCM 4254 or CHM 4254 , each with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 3662 - Neuropharmacology (4)
Examination of drugs that affect nervous tissue. Includes basic principles and fundamentals of pharmacological actions on neurons and their synapses in relation to autonomic function, control of movement, mood and emotion, addictive disorders, higher cognitive function and psychosis, sleep arousal, pain, memory, dementias, and seizures and stroke.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 3360 , and CHM 2340 ; and BCM 4254 or CHM 4254 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 3920 - Directed Readings in Biology (1 TO 4)
Term paper based on library research of a current research-oriented biological topic. May be taken more than once. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major when taken for 3 or 4 credits. Prerequisite for writing requirement: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): written agreement with a biology faculty supervisor.
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BIO 3930 - Occupational Experience in Biology (2 TO 4)
Occupational experience in biology with faculty supervision that incorporates student performance in a professional setting. May not be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): junior/senior standing. 16 credits in biology of which 8 must be at the 3000-4000 level and permission of instructor.
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BIO 4100 - Advanced Visceral Human Anatomy (4)
Advanced study of the human body systems with emphasis on the thorax, abdomen and pelvic regions, including organ structure, blood supply, innervation and lymphatics. Clinical correlations and applications using human cadavers.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2100 with a grade of (C) or higher or permission of instructor.
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BIO 4111 - Advanced Regional Dissection (2)
Active full body regional dissection under the Socratic tradition. Multiple systems will be explored and discussed with regard to relationships, form, function, and disease. Students will perform regional dissections in teams under rotating peer leadership and one individual dissection of each student’s choice will be graded and demonstrated to peers.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2100 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4112 - Advanced Musculoskeletal Human Anatomy (4)
Advanced study of the human body systems with emphasis on the musculoskeletal system including the back, upper limb and lower limb osteology, musculature, blood supply, innervation, and connective tissue structures using human cadaver dissections.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2100 with a grade of (C) or higher or permission of instructor.
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BIO 4120 - Neuroanatomy (4)
Exploration of central and peripheral nervous systems with associated structures with respect to their morphology, relationships, development, and function. Pathways within the brain and spinal cord and the integration of these functions in motor, sensory and autonomic activity. Investigation of certain lesions and their clinical significance via hands-on interactive activities and lectures.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2100 with a grade of (C) or higher or permission of instructor.
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BIO 4121 - Neuroanatomy Laboratory (1)
Laboratory experience in neuroanatomy. Identification of basic neuroanatomical structures of the human.
Corequisite(s): BIO 4120 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4210 - Molecular Biology (4)
Basic molecular biology of viruses, prokaryotes, and eukaryotes with emphasis on cloning, expression and regulation of genes, applications of recombinant DNA, cancer, and genetic diseases/disorders.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3400 and either BIO 3232 or CHM 4254 or BCM 4254 , each with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4211 - Molecular Biology Laboratory (2)
Basic techniques in molecular biology: isolation and characterization of DNA and RNA, cloning, restriction analysis, nucleic acid hybridization and recombinant DNA techniques.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 4210 (if prerequisite, with a grade of (C) or higher).
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BIO 4220 - Cell Biology of Cancer (4)
Introduction to cancer from signal transduction pathways that regulate cell proliferation, apoptosis, adhesion and migration. Offered winter semester.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3210 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4222 - Stem Cell Biology (4)
Comprehensive overview of stem cells and their potential in biomedical research and applications. Aspects of basic, applied biology and medicine including development and differentiation, cancer, regeneration/repair, cell therapy, and drug development. Provides a broad background and the opportunity to apply critical thinking skills to recent advances in stem cell biology.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 1200 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4224 - Science of Vision (3)
In-depth study of the tissues of the eye. Topics include visual transduction, light and dark adaptation, color vision, lens physiology and cataract, cornea, glaucoma, inherited retinal diseases, diabetic retinopathy, physiological optics, and regulation of gene expression in ocular development.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 3620 or BIO 3220 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4226 - Immunology (4)
Human immune response. Emphasis on components of the immune system, antibody structure and function, antigen processing and presentation, T cell responses, immune response to infectious diseases, and disorders of the immune system.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3400 or BIO 3232 or CHM 4254 or BCM 4254 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4230 - Cellular Biochemistry (4)
Advanced discussion of cellular control mechanisms emphasizing recent developments in the biochemistry of proteins and nucleic acids. Offered fall semester.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3232 or CHM 4254 or BCM 4254 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4232 - Biochemistry II (4)
A continuation of BIO 3232 using the same textbook. Topics include photosynthesis, metabolism of lipids and nitrogen-containing compounds, biochemical mechanisms of hormone action, integration and control of cell metabolism, biochemistry of nucleic acids, and mechanisms of gene transcription and protein synthesis.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3232 or CHM 4254 or BCM 4254 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4234 - Biochemistry of Metabolism and Disease (4)
Biochemistry of the metabolic processes and interrelations existing in healthy and disease states in human systems. Covers both metabolic disorders as well as insights to clinical biochemistry related to cancer, myocardial infarction, atherosclerosis and other diseases. Course restricted to biomedical science majors.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 3620 ; BIO 3232 , CHM 4254 or BCM 4254 each with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4320 - Medical Parasitology (4)
Medically important protozoan, helminth, and arthropod parasites, including their morphology, biology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, immunology, epidemiology, and control.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 1200 , BIO 1300 , and BIO 1201 , each with a grade of (C) or higher.
Corequisite(s): BIO 4321
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BIO 4321 - Medical Parasitology Laboratory (1)
Study of medically important protozoan, helminth, and arthropod parasites, including their morphology, biology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, immunology, epidemiology, and control. Laboratory activities include methods for identification of medically important parasites. To be taken with BIO 4320 .
Prerequisite(s): BIO 1200 , BIO 1300 , and BIO 1201 , each with a grade of (C) or higher.
Corequisite(s): BIO 4320
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BIO 4330 - Stream Ecology (3)
Introduction to the ecology of streams and rivers. Topics include river restoration, nutrient cycling, stream food webs, fluvial geomorphology, watershed hydrology, invasive aquatic and riparian species, and riparian ecology.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 1300 with a grade of (C) or higher; BIO 3330 recommended.
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BIO 4333 - Tropical Field Ecology (3)
Field-based introduction to tropical ecology with an emphasis on experiencing different types of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3330 with a grade of (C) or higher; recommended and instructor permission.
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BIO 4334 - Topics in Physiological Ecology (3)
Physiological responses of organisms to their environment including plant/herbivore interactions, adaptations of desert animals, allopathy, energy cost of animal activities, and communication on an organismal level. Offered alternate winter semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 2640 or BIO 2650 or BIO 3620 ; and BIO 3330 , each with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4336 - Topics in Community and Population Biology (4)
Analytic and synthetic approaches to the biology of populations and communities utilizing both plant and animal studies. Topics will include population growth and regulation, competition, predator prey interactions, community structure and species diversity. Offered alternate fall semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3330 or BIO 3340 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4338 - Food Systems Biology (4)
The biology of the food system is followed “from seed to plate” with regard to its impact on ecology and human physiology and pathology. Includes. conventional lectures, readings, discussions, student research, projects and presentations, field work and service-learning/community engagement.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 1200 with a grade of (C) or higher and junior/senior standing.
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BIO 4340 - Principles of Evolutionary Medicine (4)
Introduction to the principles of evolutionary biology and their application to understanding human disease and medically relevant topics including the development of antibiotic resistance in pathogenic bacteria and an understanding of how viral evolution impacts vaccine production. Course restricted to biomedical sciences majors.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 1200 and BIO 3400 or BIO 4402 , each with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4342 - Topics in Evolutionary Biology (3)
Advanced topics in evolutionary biology, including evolutionary patterns, the nature of selection, adaptation, macroevolution, the application of molecular biology to evolution and philosophical issues of evolution. Offered alternate fall semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3330 , BIO 3350 , and BIO 3340 with a grade of (C) or higher; or permission of instructor.
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BIO 4350 - Topics in Behavioral Biology (3)
The ecology, evolution, genetics and physiology of behavior, especially social behavior. Topics will include kin recognition, mate choice, dominance hierarchies and the mechanisms by which societies are organized. Offered alternate winter semesters.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3350 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4400 - Advanced Genetics (4)
A continuation of BIO 3400 . Topics include methods of gene discovery through analysis of genetic variation, genetics of complex traits (in which multiple genes and environment interact), non-classical modes of inheritance, and applied topics such as the use of genetics in medicine and forensics.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3400 with a grade of (C) or higher and either STA 2220 , STA 2222 , or STA 2226
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BIO 4402 - Human Genetics (4)
Introduction to classical and molecular inheritance, genetic processes of humans with particular emphasis on human genetic diseases. Topics include gene mapping, genetic diseases, molecular screening. Course restricted to biomedical sciences majors.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 3620 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4412 - Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics (4)
Use and implementation of computer software for sequence analysis of nucleic acids and proteins. Emphasis on gene discovery, annotation, building phylogenetic histories, and state-of-the-art strategies used for gene expression analysis of an organism from a genome-wide perspective.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3400
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BIO 4413 - Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics Laboratory (1)
Explores molecular biology, genomics and bioinformatics techniques useful in study of genomes and proteomes.
Pre/Corequisite(s): BIO 4412 (if prerequisite, with a grade of (C) or higher)
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BIO 4510 - Virology (4)
Fundamentals of virology including classification of bacteriophages, plant and animal viruses, viral multiplication, and pathogenesis.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3210 or BIO 3500 , or BIO 3232 or CHM 4254 or BCM 4254 with a grade of (C) or higher
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BIO 4511 - Microbial Biotechnology (4)
Microbial genetics, emphasizing the basic aspects of bacteriophage and plasmid genetics applied to biotechnology.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3400 or BIO 3500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4530 - Medical Microbiology (4)
Bacterial and viral human pathogens, emphasizing their etiology, physiology, pathogenesis, epidemiology, control and diagnosis.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 3232 or CHM 4254 or BCM 4254 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4610 - Advanced Topics in Cell Physiology (4)
Discussion and lecture course offered by faculty members with research interests in cell physiology. Topics to be announced.
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BIO 4620 - Advanced Human Physiology (4)
Lectures and discussion emphasizing the experimental basis and current techniques for the study of human systems. Topics include: neuromuscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, and renal physiology.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 3620 with a grade of (C) or higher
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BIO 4622 - Endocrinology (4)
Endocrine systems, mechanisms of hormone action, interactions among hormones, the roles of hormones in growth, differentiation, and reproduction; tumor suppressor genes and oncogenes. Emphasis will be placed on human endocrine disorders and their clinical significance.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 3620 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4629 - Scientific Inquiry (1)
Integrative laboratory based experience focused on a single medically relevant topic. Exercises will range from basic cell/biochemical to virtual simulations of physiological processes to data mining of available biomedical databases through societal impacts. Course restricted to biomedical sciences majors.
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BIO 4660 - Integrative Pharmacology (4)
Introduction to human pharmacology with emphasis on an integrative approach to encompass clinical application, physiological functions, pharmacological principles, biochemistry of actions. Offered fall semester. Course restricted to biomedical science majors.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 2600 or BIO 3620 , and BIO 3232 or CHM 4254 or BCM 4254 , each with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4900 - Selected Topics in Biology (1 TO 5)
Advanced topics in a specialized area of biological sciences. The topics and prerequisites may vary. May be repeated for additional credit.
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BIO 4930 - Introduction to Human Subjects Research I (4)
Structured research learning experience for pre-medical students; basic concepts, topics of clinical research, and structure of clinical research; clinical epidemiology, evidence-based medicine, data analysis, relevant medical pathophysiology, diagnostics and therapeutics.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing
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BIO 4932 - Introduction to Human Subjects Research II (1 TO 4)
Structured research learning experience for pre-medical students, advanced concepts, topics of clinical research, and structure for clinical research; clinical epidemiology, evidence-based medicine, data analysis, relevant medical pathophysiology, diagnostics and therapeutics. Fulfills the laboratory experience requirement.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 4930
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BIO 4970 - Scientific Inquiry and Communication (4)
Synthesis of several sub disciplines in biological sciences using technical reports, articles in the popular press and on the Internet. Integration of life sciences with history, fine arts, other cultures, social and ethical issues addressed through a variety of methods of inquiry with emphasis on communication skills and critical thinking. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): senior standing.
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BIO 4972 - Integrative Biomedicine and Disease (4)
Investigation of clinically relevant diseases using an integration of biological sub disciplines. Technical reports, journal articles, and articles in the popular press, historical records, and internet resources will be used to investigate treatment of pathological conditions, cultural effects of diseases, historical impacts and ethics of managing different diseases. Oral and written communication and critical thinking skills will be emphasized. Course restricted to biomedical sciences majors. Offered winter semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major.
Prerequisite(s): completion of the university writing foundation requirement. BIO 4660 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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BIO 4995 - Independent Research (1 TO 4)
Directed undergraduate research in laboratory, field or theoretical biology. Should be initiated before or during the junior year. May be taken for a numeric grade (research paper required) by written arrangement with a biology faculty supervisor for a maximum of 4 credits. May be taken for an S/U grade (no paper required) by written arrangement with a biology supervisor for a maximum of 8 credits. BIO 4995 counts as one laboratory course for the major.
Prerequisite(s): written agreement with a biology faculty supervisor.
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BIO 4997 - Apprentice College Teaching (2)
Assisting in presenting a course, usually a laboratory course, to undergraduates. May be taken more than once. Cannot be counted as a biology laboratory course.
Prerequisite(s): written agreement with a biology faculty supervisor.
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CHM 1040 - Introduction to Chemical Principles (4)
Study of principles of general chemistry. Prepares students for CHM 2010 . Recommended preparation: high school algebra and chemistry. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area. Students must attend four general education laboratory sessions during the semester.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 0661 with a minimum grade of (C) or placement in MTH 0662 or higher MTH course.
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CHM 1430 - Chemical Principles (4)
States of matter, atomic structure, bonding and molecular structure, chemical reactions. This course has common lectures with CHM 1440 . (Students may not receive credit for both CHM 1430 and CHM 1440 ). CHM 1430 does not satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area. Recommended preparation is three years of high school mathematics and one year of high school chemistry. Restricted to engineering and computer science majors.
Prerequisite(s): Score of 22 or higher on ACT mathematics exam or score of 550 or higher on SAT mathematics exam; or (MTH 0662 with a grade of C or better) or equivalent; or placement above MTH 0662 .
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CHM 1440 - General Chemistry I (4)
States of matter, atomic structure, bonding and molecular structure, chemical reactions. Recommended preparation is three years high school mathematics and one year of high school chemistry. CHM 1440 and CHM 1470 replace lecture/lab. This course has common lectures with CHM 1430 . (Students may not receive credit for both CHM 1440 and CHM 1430 ). CHM 1440 and CHM 1470 together satisfy the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): Score of 22 or higher on ACT mathematics exam or score of 550 or higher on SAT mathematics exam; or (MTH 0662 with a grade of C or better) or equivalent; or placement above MTH 0662 .
Corequisite(s): CHM 1470
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CHM 1450 - General Chemistry II (4)
Chemical reactions, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 1440 and CHM 1470 or CHM 1430 and CHM 1470
Corequisite(s): CHM 1480
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CHM 1470 - General Chemistry Laboratory I (1)
Experimental investigation of chemical phenomena and measurements to accompany CHM 1440 . May be taken with permission by students who have completed CHM 1430 .
Corequisite(s): CHM 1440
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CHM 2000 - Special Topics in Chemistry (1 TO 4)
Study of a selected topic in chemistry. Prerequisites may vary. May be repeated for additional credit.
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CHM 2010 - Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry (4)
Brief survey of organic and biological chemistry, emphasizing applications to human physiology. CHM 2010 may not be used for major or minor credit in chemistry, biology or physics, except for the STEP minor in chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 1040
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CHM 2200 - Introduction to Computational Chemistry (2)
Introduction to the use of modern computational methods for the solution of chemical problems, with emphasis on the use of high-level software packages. Topics include elementary computational procedures, statistical treatment of experimental data, graphical methods, and an introduction to molecular modeling. No computer programming experience required.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 1450 and CHM 1480 ; MTH 1554 or MTH 1222 recommended.
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CHM 2340 - Organic Chemistry I (4)
Introduction to the structure, properties and reactivity of organic compounds.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 1450 and CHM 1480
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CHM 2350 - Organic Chemistry II (4)
A continuation of CHM 2340 . A study of the organic chemistry of functional groups and an introduction to biologically important organic compounds.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2340
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CHM 2370 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2)
Basic organic laboratory manipulations at the semi-micro level, synthesis, spectroscopy and chromatography.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2340
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CHM 2995 - Introduction to Research (1 TO 4)
Introduction to laboratory research for students with no previous research experience. May be repeated for credit. Graded S/U.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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CHM 3000 - Chemistry, Society Health (4)
Designed for non-science majors and STEP chemistry majors and minors. Applies chemistry to environmental topics including smog, ozone depletion, global climate changes, water pollution, acid rain, fossil fuel and nuclear and alternative energies. Several in-class laboratory experiences included. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both.
Prerequisite(s): completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
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CHM 3250 - Analytical Chemistry (4)
Acid-base, complexation, precipitation, oxidation-reduction and phase-distribution principles, along with fundamentals of spectroscopy, chromatography and statistics, are studied and applied to chemical analysis. Four hours of lecture and eight hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 1450 and CHM 1480
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CHM 3430 - Physical Chemistry II (4)
Introduction to quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics and molecular spectroscopy. This course may be taken before CHM 3420 .
Prerequisite(s): CHM 1450 and CHM 1480 , MTH 1555 and PHY 1520 and PHY 1110
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CHM 3480 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2)
Experiments in thermodynamics, kinetics, phase equilibria, and advanced spectroscopy with emphasis on mathematical treatment of experimental data. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2200 , CHM 3250 and CHM 3420 or CHM 3430
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CHM 3620 - Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry (3)
Structure, bonding and reactivity of inorganic compounds.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2350
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CHM 4000 - Seminar (0)
Discussions of recent advances and topics of current interest; reports. Graded S/U.
Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing.
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CHM 4100 - Environmental Chemistry (3)
Concepts from atmospheric and aquatic chemistry as it is applied to the environment such as photochemistry, global warming, ozone depletion, carbon cycle, equilibrium principles, acids and bases, complexation and dissolution, and electron transfer processes. Current topics in environmental issues and analytical methods will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2340
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CHM 4120 - Atmospheric Chemistry (3)
Chemistry of atmospheric gases and aerosols. Environmental issues (stratospheric ozone depletion, global warming, photochemical smog, acid rain, biosphere/atmosphere interactions). Concepts (lifetimes, sources, sinks, transport, global cycles). Social issues (air quality standards, effects of air pollutants). Measurement techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 3420
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CHM 4130 - Environmental Aquatic Chemistry (3)
Applications of inorganic and organic chemistry in natural waters pertaining to environmental concerns. Topics include acid-base reactions, buffer systems, mineral precipitation, chemical complexation, redox reactions, adsorption phenomena, chemical-equilibria, and the influence of organic chemicals on transfer and reaction processes in the environment.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2340
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CHM 4254 - Biochemistry I (3)
First course in a comprehensive biochemistry sequence. Structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids; enzyme mechanisms, kinetics and regulation; bioenergetics and catabolism. Identical with BCM 4254 .
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2350
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CHM 4256 - Biochemistry II (3)
Metabolic pathways and control; nucleic acid structure, function and processing, including regulation of gene expression. Selected topics in molecular physiology. Identical with BCM 4256 .
Prerequisite(s): CHM 4254 or BCM 4254
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CHM 4257 - Biochemistry Laboratory (3)
Techniques of extraction, separation, identification and quantification of proteins and DNA including electrophoresis and various forms of chromatography; study of enzyme kinetics and regulation of catalytic activity; molecular biology methods including cloning, polymerase chain reaction, site-directed mutagenesis and expression and analysis of mutated proteins. Emphasis placed on mathematical treatment of experimental data. Identical with BCM 4257 . Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in the major. Prerequisite for writing intensive; completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 4254 or BCM 4254 which may be taken concurrently.
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CHM 4320 - Advanced Organic Chemistry (3)
Selected topics in synthetic, structural and physical-organic chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2350
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CHM 4380 - Inorganic/Organic Laboratory (2)
Synthesis, analysis and characterization of organic and inorganic compounds. CHM 3620 may be taken concurrently.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2370 and CHM 3620
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CHM 4440 - Advanced Physical Chemistry (3)
Introduction to statistical mechanics. Applications of quantum and statistical mechanics to chemical bonding, molecular structure and spectroscopy.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 3420 , CHM 3430 and MTH 2554
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CHM 4580 - Biochemistry Projects (2)
Advanced project-oriented instruction in biochemical laboratory techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 4257 and permission of instructor.
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CHM 4700 - Industrial Chemistry (3)
Survey of the major sources and uses of chemicals, industrial chemical processes, fundamental raw materials and career paths available in the chemical industry. More intensive treatment of selected industrial processes.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2350
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CHM 4710 - Structure and Synthesis of Polymers (3)
Preparation, properties and structure of selected inorganic and organic polymers. Both chemical theory and technological and organic polymers. Both chemical theory and technological applications will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 2350
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CHM 4720 - Chemical and Physical Properties of Polymers (3)
The molecular principles governing the physical behavior of macromolecules in solution and in the glassy and crystalline states. The mechanical behavior and structure of macromolecules.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 4710 and CHM 3430 or permission of instructor.
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CHM 4900 - Selected Topics (1 TO 4)
Advanced study in selected areas; normally involves preparation of a term paper or presentation of a seminar. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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CHM 4995 - Research (1 TO 8)
Laboratory practice in undergraduate research, with at least four hours per week per credit. May be repeated for credit. Cannot be used to satisfy the chemistry major requirements for 4000-level courses. Graded S/U.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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CHM 4996 - Independent Research (3)
Undergraduate research with at least eight hours per week in the laboratory. Requires a written report. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing and permission of instructor.
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CHM 4997 - Apprentice Chemistry Teaching (1 OR 2)
Supervised participation in teaching undergraduate or high school courses in chemistry. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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CHE 1140 - Introduction to Chinese Language and Culture I (4)
A two-semester sequence in the fundamentals of modern Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. A beginning course. CHE 1140 must be taken first. CHE 1140 or CHE 1150 satisfy the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
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CHE 1150 - Introduction to Chinese Language and Culture II (4)
A two-semester sequence in the fundamentals of modern Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. CHE 1140 must be taken first. CHE 1140 or CHE 1150 satisfy the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
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CHE 2140 - Second Year Chinese I (4)
A two-semester sequence continuing the work of CHE 1140 and CHE 1150 with the addition of cultural and literary readings. CHE 2140 must be taken first. CHE 2140 or CHE 2150 satisfy the university general education requirement in the foreign language and cultural knowledge exploration area or the knowledge applications integration area, not both. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): one year of college Chinese or equivalent.
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CHE 2150 - Second Year Chinese II (4)
A two-semester sequence continuing the work of CHE 1140 and CHE 1150 with the addition of cultural and literary readings. CHE 2140 must be taken first. CHE 2140 or CHE 2150 satisfy the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area or the knowledge applications integration area, not both. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the foreign language and culture knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): one year of college Chinese or equivalent.
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CHE 3140 - Advanced Chinese Grammar (4)
Review and survey of Chinese grammar and expressions through a variety of approaches, such as reading, translation and composition. Conducted in Chinese.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 2150 or equivalent.
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CHE 3160 - Chinese Conversation (2)
Practice in speaking at intermediate level. Format may include oral presentation and phonetics. Must be taken concurrently with CHE 3180 .
Prerequisite(s): CHE 2150 or equivalent.
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CHE 3180 - Chinese Composition (2)
Practice in written composition. Techniques of textual analysis and exposition are introduced. Must be taken concurrently with CHE 3160 .
Prerequisite(s): CHE 2150 or equivalent.
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CHE 3510 - Chinese Civilization (4)
Survey of Chinese culture and civilization from topical, literary and historical perspectives. Conducted in Chinese and English.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 2150 or equivalent.
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CHE 3550 - Translation: Chinese (4)
Translation from Chinese to English of a range of materials from commercial and technical to literary.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 2150 or equivalent.
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CHE 3570 - Chinese Business Communication (4)
Introduction to the essential vocabulary and style specific to Chinese business as well as to China’s business environment and the basic workings of its economy.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 2150 or equivalent.
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CHE 3920 - Directed Readings in Chinese (2 OR 4)
Directed individual readings in Chinese. May be repeated.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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CHE 4080 - Advanced Chinese Conversation and Reading (4)
Development of advanced conversational and reading skills. Format will include oral presentations as well as literary and other readings.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 3160 or permission of instructor.
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CHE 4550 - Advanced Translation from English to Chinese (4)
Translation from English to Chinese of a wide variety of texts on such subjects as literature, culture, business, technology, and international affairs.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 3180 and CHE 3550 , or permission of instructor.
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CHE 4570 - Advanced Business Chinese (4)
Chinese communication skills in business context and social and cultural knowledge of the Chinese business world in the context of globalization. Comprehensive discussion and analysis on topics such as real case studies of multinational or Chinese companies. Conducted in Chinese.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 3160 and CHE 3180 or equivalent; CHE 3570 recommended.
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