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Courses


 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 104A - Plants and Civilization (GE4)


    The importance of plants in human society is the emphasis of this course. Topics to be covered include: beginnings of agriculture; agricultural systems; medicinal plants; ecological role of plants; and industrial uses of plants. (3-0)

    Credits:3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 104B - Human Biology (GE4)


    An introductory human biology course focusing on the structural and functional aspects of the human body. Included in the course is a discussion of the development of the human organism and its interaction with environmental and genetic factors from conception to death. (3-0)

    Credits:3 cr

    General Education:   

    Notes: Intended for social work majors.
3 cr
   4 cr
  
  • BIOL 105A - Science of Life (GE4)


    This course serves as a broad introduction to the study of biology. The course includes a study of plant and animal diversity, metabolism and evolution. A laboratory is included. (3-2)

    Credits:4 cr

    General Education:  

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 105B - Environmental Dynamics (GE4)


    A study of basic ecological principles regarding interactions between living beings and the environment with an emphasis on applications to humans and human society. A laboratory is included. (3-2)

    Credits:4 cr

    General Education:  

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 105C - Human Heredity (GE4)


    This course is an introduction to human genetics including discussions of chromosomal abnormalities, genetic engineering, cancer and genetic screening. A laboratory is included. (3-2)

    Credits:4 cr

    General Education:  

4 cr
   (3-4) cr
  
  • BIOL 111A - Principles of Experimental Biol: Biology (GE4)


    An introductory course, lecture and laboratory, dealing with the unifying fundamentals of life with emphasis on the organization of living things. Intended for majors and minors in life sciences. (3-2).

    Requisites: MATH 081  or successful placement out of the same.

    Credits:4 cr

    General Education:   

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 111B - Principles of Experimental Biol: Zoology (GE4)


    Survey of major animal phyla; includes consideration of structure, function, behavior, adaptation and evolutionary relationships. (2-2).

    Credits:3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 111C - Principles of Experimental Biol: Botany (GE4)


    The study of plants with emphasis on structure, function, development and heredity, followed by a brief survey of the plant kingdom. (2-2).

    Credits:3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 190 - Special Topics


    A departmental course in a subject are not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.

    Credits:1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 193 - College Success


    This course is attached to select existing Basic Skills and General Education courses for the purpose of enhancing the success of first year college students. More detail can be found in the catalog section Resources and Services for Students.

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • BIOL 231 - Physiological Anatomy


    An introductory course in human anatomy and physiology with emphasis on physiological principles. Topics include kidney function, water and electrolyte balance, endocrine function, etc. Open to all students; not applicable to biology majors; required for medical technology and nursing students. (3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 232 - Physiology & Anatomy I


    The first of two courses in human physiology and anatomy with emphasis on physiological principles. Lecture topics include an overview of tissue development and organization, function and anatomy of the integumentary system, the skeletal system, the muscular system, the nervous system and the endocrine system. The laboratory portion of this course is comprehensive for all body systems. (3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 233 - Physiology & Anatomy II


    The second of two courses in human physiology and anatomy with emphasis on physiological principles. Lecture topics include an overview of the communication systems in the body, function and anatomy of the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, the urinary system and the dimorphic reproductive systems. (3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 232 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 233L - Physiology & Anatomy Laboratory


    A second laboratory experience in human physiology and anatomy with emphasis on advancing physiological and anatomical knowledge of the body beyond the laboratory experience in BIOL 232. Emphasis shall be on advanced topics in physiology and anatomy in all body systems. Designed for athletic training majors and for select students seeking admission to particular graduate/professional programs (medical schools, physical assistant programs, physical therapy programs). (0-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 232 (Required, Previous). | BIOL 233 (Required, Previous or concurrent).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • BIOL 236 - Human Nutrition


    Fundamentals of human nutrition are presented to introduce the student to normal diet formulations, the roles that various nutrients play in supporting normal metabolic activity are presented; thus a basis is provided for interpretation of therapeutic diet regimes. Open to all students; not applicable to biology major; required for nursing students. (3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 105A or BIOL 111A and 3 credits of CHEM (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 237 - Intro to Microbiology


    BIOL 111A  A survey of microbiology and immunology with special emphasis on pathogenic organisms, their characteristics, identification and control. Laboratory work stresses techniques used for working with microorganisms. Open to all students; required for nursing students; not applicable to biology major. (3-2)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 250 - Forensic Science


    An introduction to the application of science to law. Topics will include: physical evidence, scientific tools and techniques, crime scene, physical properties, chemical analysis and others. (3-2)

    Requisites: Recommended: BIOL 105A or BIOL 105C (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

    Notes: This course is intended principally for criminal justice majors.
4 cr
  
  • BIOL 290 - Special Topics


    A departmental course in a subject are not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.

    Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-4 cr

    Notes: Not applicable to BIOL major
1-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 350 - Genetics


    A consideration of classical as well as modern genetics designed to emphasize the unifying role of genetic biology. Societal problems related to heredity will be discussed. Laboratory experiences will demonstrate genetic phenomena by using plants, flies, mammals and humans among other organisms. (3-4)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A , BIOL 111B , BIOL 111C  and MATH 132B  or MATH 140  or MATH 161 . (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 360 - Cell Biology


    A study of the attributes and activities of plant, animal and microbial cells. Topics include methodology employed in cell biology, the relationships of cell structure to function and cell specialization. (3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A , BIOL 111B , BIOL 111C CHEM 230 . (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 370 - Developmental Biology


    Study of the processes which animals and plants use in growth and development. Comparison of organization and development of embryos across different species is studied to infer ancestral relationships between how these processes evolved. Developmental biology encompasses the biology of regeneration, asexual reproduction, metamorphosis, and differentiation of stem cells. (3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A , BIOL 111B , BIOL 111C  (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 380 - Ecology


    A study of the interactions of organisms and their physical and biological environments. Laboratories emphasize field methodologies, sampling techniques and data analysis. (3-4)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A , BIOL 111B , BIOL 111C , and MATH 132B  or MATH 140  or MATH 161 . (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 390 - Special Topics


    A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.

    Requisites: As listed in the course schedule (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 391 - Developing Professionals in Biology


    This course is designed for Biology Major and Biology Major for Teacher Certification students to learn and develop professional skills. In this course, students will learn the general concepts of experimental design and how to use a variety of the common scientific presentation methods. Students will develop Curriculum Vitae, a professional timeline, and discuss the opportunities and requirements needed to be a successful biologist.

    Requisites: BIOL 111A, BIOL 111B, or BIOL 111C and MATH 132B (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • BIOL 393 - Directed Readings


    An organized plan of readings in one or more aspects of the discipline. The student and instructor must agree on a plan of readings prior to enrollment.

    Requisites: Instructor permission, a 3.00 GPA or higher and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-3 cr

1-3 cr
  
  • BIOL 420 - Applied Biology


    Courses offered under this number include industrial microbiology, sanitary microbiology, clinical microbiology, genetic counseling, nature, photography and other related courses. Cooperative education may qualify for credit under this number with approval of the Biology Department. (4-2)

    Requisites: Instructor permission (Required, Previous).

    Credits:2-4 cr

2-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 423 - Electron Microscopy


    Lectures in this course cover the theory of electron imaging and associated preparatory techniques. All phases of specimen preparation are taught in the laboratory with emphasis on use of the electron microscope and ancillary equipment. Students are required to complete a research project. (2-6)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A, BIOL 111B, or BIOL 111C and 1 BIOL 200 or 300-level course (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 431 - Microbiology


    An introduction to the biology of microorganisms, immunology and pathogenicity. Emphasis is on medical aspects of microorganisms associated with infectious diseases of man. Basic microbiological techniques as well as methods of diagnostic bacteriology are emphasized in the laboratory. (3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 360 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 437 - Immunology & Hematology


    An introduction to molecular and cellular principles of the immune system and functions of the blood. Topics include the nature of antigens and antibodies, role of cell-mediated immunity and blood group substances with an emphasis on the pathology of blood diseases. Immunological techniques applicable to clinical diagnosis are emphasized in the laboratory. (3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 360 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 442 - Molecular Biology


    This course will be a detailed study of DNA replication, RNA transcription, protein synthesis and genetic control mechanisms. The laboratory will introduce techniques for isolating mutants, cloning DNA and molecular separation techniques.(3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 350 or BIOL 360 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 443 - Bioinformatics


    A detailed study of methods used in bioinformatics and the application of bioinformatics to modern biology. Topics include accessing public databases to acquire data, genomic technologies & data analysis, phylogenetic inference using parsimony, maximum likelihood and Bayesian approaches, phylogenetic comparative methods, and protein modeling, visualization & in-silico mutagenesis. (3-0)

    Requisites: Required: BIOL 350  

    Recommended: MATH 132  

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 450 - Advanced Studies in Genetics


    Courses offered under this number may include population genetics, evolution and other related courses.

    Requisites: BIOL 350 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:2-4 cr

2-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 451 - Human Genetics


    A survey of human and medical genetics emphasizing recent developments in cytogenetics, biochemical polymorphisms, immunogenetics and selected topics.(3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 350 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 452 - Evolution


    This course will cover the historical development of evolution theories. Next, the origin and evolution of life (phylogeny) will be discussed. These discussions will emphasize evolutionary processes (natural selection, neutral evolution) that are responsible for the diversity of life. Particular attention will be devoted to molecular and genetic approaches to evolutionary studies.(3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 350 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 453 - Genetics of Cancer


    This lecture based course examines the type and role of genetic mutations involved in the development and progression of hereditary and sporadic human cancer, and their possible clinical relevance in terms of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment. It also examines how these mutations can be detected using modern molecular (cyto)genetic techniques.

    Requisites: BIOL 350 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 455 - Evolutionary Genetics


    A detailed study of the genetics of evolutionary change. Topics include population genetics, molecular evolution, phylogenetics and molecular systematics. Emphasis will be placed on mathematical models and data analysis.

    Requisites: BIOL 350 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 455L - Evolutionary Genetics Laboratory


    This is a laboratory course to provide experience in molecular techniques used in evolutionary genetics and includes: DNA Extraction, PCR, RFLP Analysis, DNA Sequencing, and Q PRC. (0-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 455  (Required, Previous or Concurrent)

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • BIOL 456 - Icons and Ideas of Biology


    A survey of the ideas and persons culminating in the study of biology as we know it today. Topics to be covered include the early and stimulating importance of medicine, the rise of anatomical science, the revival of the evolution idea, and the modern era with its focus on molecular biology. (3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 350, BIOL 360, BIOL 370 or BIOL 380. (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 460 - Advanced Studies in Physiology


    Courses offered under this number may include plant physiology, microbial physiology and other related courses.

    Requisites: BIOL 360 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:2-5 cr

2-5 cr
  
  • BIOL 461 - Endocrinology


    Principles of chemical coordination. The glands of internal secretion, including their development, structure, biochemistry and physiology. (3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 231 or BIOL 232 or BIOL 360 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 461L - Endocrinology Laboratory


    Experiments in endocrinology involving operative technique, replacement therapy and statistical analysis of data. (0-4)

    Requisites: BIOL 233  or BIOL 360  (Required, Previous).

    Credits:2 cr

2 cr
  
  • BIOL 462 - Comparative Physiology


    Examination of the function of various organ systems with emphasis on functions as related to adaptation and survival of organisms in their natural environment. (3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 233  or BIOL 350  (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 463 - Neurobiology


    A detailed study of the physiology of the brain and nervous system of vertebrate and invertebrate animals. Topics to be covered include sensory and motor systems, neurotransmitters, action potentials, the special senses, somatic sensation, rhythms, circuitry, and the nervous system and behavior. (3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 350, BIOL 360, or BIOL 370 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 464 - Plant Physiology


    A detailed study of the physiology and development of plants. Topics to be included are variations of photosynthesis, transport mechanisms, the actions of plant hormones and other aspects of plant metabolism. (3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 360 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 465 - Cardiovascular Physiology & Disease


    A detailed study of the physiology and diseases associated with the cardiovascular system. Topics include the cardiac cycle, electrophysiology of the heart, blood hemodynamics, and blood pressure regulation, as well as disease states including cardiomyopathies, arrhythmias, valvular disease, atherosclerosis, aneurysms, and hypertension.

    Requisites: BIOL 360 (Required, Previous). | BIOL 233 recommended (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 470 - Advanced Studies in Systematics


    Courses offered under this number may include vertebrate zoology, entomology, plant taxonomy and other related courses.

    Requisites: BIOL 111A, BIOL 111B, BIOL 111C (Required, Previous).

    Credits:2-4 cr

2-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 471 - Invertebrate Zoology


    A survey of the morphology, physiology, behavior, ecology and phylogenetic relationships of the invertebrate groups. The laboratory consists of the study of living marine, freshwater and terrestrial representatives.(2-4)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A, BIOL 111B (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 472 - Parasitology


    An introduction to the study of animal parasitism. Major groups to be considered will include the parasitic protozoa, worms and arthropods. Emphasis will be placed on the role of these organisms in human disease.(2-2)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A, BIOL 111B (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 473 - Ichthyology


    A survey of fish diversity, ecology, anatomy, and systematics with emphasis of Great Lakes and Michigan fishes. Lecture discussions cover topics in fish biology and systematics; laboratories emphasize identification of Michigan fishes and their anatomical features. Fieldwork introduces collection, note-taking, and curation techniques. (3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 350 , BIOL 360 , BIOL 370  or BIOL 380  (Required, Previous)

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 475 - Vertebrate Zoology


    Morphology, behavior, ecology and phylogenetic, relationships of vertebrates and other chordates. (2-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A, BIOL 111B (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 476 - Mammalogy


    Functional morphology, evolutionary relationships, and natural history of mammals of the world. (2-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A, BIOL 111B (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 477 - Ornithology


    Review of avian biology, including functional morphology, evolutionary relationships, breeding biology and ecology. Laboratory consists primarily of field trips to local areas to identify birds and to collect data on ecology and behavior.(2-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A, BIOL 111B (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 478 - Entomology


    A detailed survey of the class Insecta, including topics such as evolution, morphology, reproduction, physiology and behavior. Laboratory emphasis on identification. Synoptic collection required. (3-3)

    Requisites: BIOL 111B (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • BIOL 480 - Advanced Studies in Ecology


    Courses under this number may include urban systems ecology, genecology, resource ecology, aquatic ecology, animal ecology, comparative animal behavior and other related courses.

    Requisites: BIOL 380 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:2-4 cr

2-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 483 - Biogeography


    Examination of historical and ecological processes which have shaped the distribution and association of plant and animal species on a global scale.(3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 111A, BIOL 111B, and BIOL 111C (Required, Previous). | BIOL 380 (Recommended, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 484 - Ethology


    A detailed study of the behavior of animals. Emphasis shall be on integrating ideas of physiology, development, endocrinology and ecology as they pertain to mechanisms bringing about behavior. Topics include learning, maturation, foraging, sociality, territoriality, predator/prey, interactions, courtship and reproduction, parental care and aging. (3-0)

    Requisites: BIOL 350, BIOL 360, BIOL 370, or BIOL 380 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 484L - Ethology Laboratory


    A laboratory course detailing the study of the behavior of animals. Emphasis shall be on integrating ideas of physiology, development, endocrinology and ecology as they pertain to mechanisms bringing about behavior. Topics include learning, maturation, foraging, sociality, territoriality, predator/prey, interactions, courtship and reproduction, parental care and aging. (0-3)

    Requisites: Pre- or corequisite: BIOL 350, BIOL 360, BIOL 370, or BIOL 380. (Required, Previous or concurrent).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • BIOL 490 - Sel Topics Molecular Biology


    A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the Course Schedule and the transcript.

    Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 490L - Evol Genetics Lab


    Requisites: Corequisite: BIOL 455 (Required, Previous). | Take BIOL*455 (Required, Previous or concurrent).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
   1 cr
  
  • BIOL 494 - Independent Research


    An independent research project in the discipline by a student or a cooperative research project with a faculty member. The student and instructor must agree on a project before enrollment.

    Requisites: Instructor permission, 3.00 GPA or higher, and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-4 cr

    Notes: Not applicable to BIOL major or minor; 3 hrs/wk lab required.
1-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 495 - Independent lab/Lab/Studio


    An independent research project in the discipline by a student; a cooperative research project with a faculty member; or an advanced independent studio in a performing art. The student and instructor must agree on a project before enrollment.

    Requisites: Instructor permission, 3.00 GPA or higher and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-4 cr

1-4 cr
  
  • BIOL 498 - Honors Thesis


    Preparation and completion of an Honors Thesis. May enroll twice, one for the preparation of the proposal and once for its completion.

    Requisites: Honors students status and thesis advisor permission (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BIOL 499 - Special Problems


    Student must submit a plan of study for approval before enrolling. Individual work for qualified students involving search of original sources in the literature, preparation of abstracts and experimentation.

    Requisites: 16 BIO credits and instructor permission (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-6 cr

1-6 cr

Business Leadership

  
  • BL 181 - Leadership Explorations (CBE)


    This course focuses on developing and identifying an individual’s leadership knowledge and skills. It provides students with foundational tools to utilize their strengths to effectively lead student teams and ultimately to lead in a dynamic business environment.

    Requisites: Admission to the Cardinal Business Edge program. (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • BL 182 - Business Skills Development (CBE)


    This course focuses on the value creation process, how organizations add value to their customers, shareholders, employees, and other stakeholders. It emphasizes the development of key business skills and perspectives that are helpful in career selection, development and advancement. The course also focuses on methods, tools and disciplines that enhance personal efficiency and effectiveness.

    Requisites: BL 181 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • BL 281 - Leadership Laboratory (CBE)


    This course focuses on continued development of leadership skills. It provides students with an opportunity to observe and describe leaders in action as a means of blending leadership theory and practice.

    Requisites: BL 182 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • BL 481 - Business Leadership Foundations (VFP)


    The course explores how organizations create, deliver, and capture value. Emphasis is placed on the different functional teams and the role leadership plays in multi-functional value creation.

    Requisites: Admission to the Vitito Fellowship Program (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • BL 482 - Accelerated Leadership Lab (VFP)


    This course provides a framework to learn, discuss, and apply leadership principles and practices in the value creation process. It provides students with tools and strategies to utilize their strengths to effectively lead teams in a dynamic environment.

    Requisites: BL 481 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • BL 483 - Experiential Learning (VFP)


    The primary goal of the course is to explore the similarities and the differences in the leadership of the value creation process in cross-national contexts. The course includes a field study abroad with pre-departure preparation, post-travel debriefing, and critical reflection.

    Requisites: BL 482 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 102 - Principles of Chemistry


    An introduction to basic chemical concepts and the methods by which scientific endeavors define our view of the world, the impact of science on society and the reasons that social factors can impact the ability of science to serve as a basis for technological changes.

    CHEM 102A - Principles of Chemistry (GE4) 

    CHEM 102B - Concepts of Matter (GE4) 

    Credits:(3-4) cr

(3-4) cr
  
  • CHEM 102A - Principles of Chemistry (GE4)


    A study of the contributions chemistry makes to our civilization from the standpoint of the individual and of society as a whole. Substances examined include those found in the cosmos, living organisms and the material world. The roles of substances and materials in the modern world are assessed with respect to benefit and risk. (3-0)

    Credits:3 cr

    General Education:  

3 cr
  
  • CHEM 102B - Concepts of Matter (GE4)


    The importance of matter in relation to development and sustainability of people in society and the critical assessment of substances and materials used and proposed. Basic concepts and development regarding atoms and molecules from discovery to application, usage to disposal and the impact on an ecologically sustainable future. Includes laboratory. (3-2)

    Credits:4 cr

    General Education:  

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 105 - Introduction to Chemistry


    An introduction to general chemical principles but particularly emphasizing periodic properties, fundamental chemical calculations, formulas, equations, bonding and nomenclature. (4-0)

    Requisites: MATH 082 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 111 - General Chemistry I Lecture (GE4)


    A systematic study of chemical properties and principles with their applications. (4-0)

    Requisites: One year of high school chemistry and algebra (Required, Previous). | CHEM 105 (Recommended, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

    General Education:  

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 111L - General Chemistry I Lab (GE4)


    Requisites: CHEM 111 (Required, Previous or concurrent). | One year of high school chemistry and algebra or CHEM 101. (Recommended, Previous).

    Credits:1 cr

    General Education:  

1 cr
  
  • CHEM 112 - General Chemistry II Lecture


    A continuation of CHEM 111  . (4-0)

    Requisites: CHEM 111 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 112L - General Chemistry II Lab


    Normally taken concurrently with CHEM 112  . (0-3)

    Requisites: CHEM 111 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • CHEM 190 - Special Topics


    Topics of special or current interest are offered periodically. The credit allowed for the particular course will be set by the department.

    Requisites: As listed in the course schedule (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-6 cr

1-6 cr
  
  • CHEM 193 - College Success


    This course is attached to select existing   and   courses for the purpose of enhancing the success of first year college students. More detail can be found in the catalog section resources and services for students.

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • CHEM 230 - Organic Chemistry I Lecture


    Covalent bonding, reactions, mechanisms and stereochemistry of organic compounds. (4-0)

    Requisites: CHEM 112 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 231 - Organic Chemistry I Lab


    Fundamental laboratory techniques and preparations. (0-3)

    Requisites: CHEM 230. (Required, Previous or concurrent).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • CHEM 240 - Survey Organic Biological Chemistry


    A one-semester survey course designed for the non-major. Topics will include major organic functional groups and a survey of their chemistry, as well as a survey of important biologically, active compounds and a brief introduction to metabolism. Not applicable towards a major in chemistry. (3-3)

    Requisites: CHEM 111 and CHEM 111L, or satisfactory performance on an equivalency test offered by the chemistry department (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 250 - Survey of Biochemistry


    Introductory one-semester Biochemistry course intended for Medical Laboratory Science majors. The course will focus on the structure and function of relevant functional groups and classes of bio-organic molecules (lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids), metabolism, and enzyme kinetics.

    Requisites: CHEM 230  (Previous)

    Credits:3 cr

    Notes: No credit toward Chemistry/Biochemistry major or Chemistry minor. This course is not intended for students planning to take the MCAT.
3 cr
  
  • CHEM 290 - Special Topics


    Topics of special or current interest are offered periodically. The credit allowed for the particular course will be set by the department. Appropriate prerequisites will vary with the nature of the course offering and will be determined by the instructor.

    Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-6 cr

1-6 cr
  
  • CHEM 313 - Analytical Chem I Quantitative Analysis


    Current theory and applications in titrimetric, gravimetric and potentiometric methods of analysis with emphasis on practical laboratory skills. Basic topics in spectrophotometric and chromatographic methods also are covered. (3-3)

    Requisites: CHEM 112, CS 160 or equivalent (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 314 - Analytical Chem II Instrumental Analysis


    This course will cover theory, design and applications of modern instrumental methods of chemical analysis including techniques in atomic, spectroscopy, molecular spectroscopy, mass, spectrometry, separations and electrochemistry. The goal of this course is to provide students with a technical understanding and laboratory experience with a variety of analytical chemistry instrumentation. (3-3)

    Requisites: CHEM 230, CHEM 231, CHEM 313 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 321 - Physical Chemistry I


    First part of a two-semester physical chemistry sequence. The complete curriculum covers classical and statistical thermodynamics, properties of gases and solutions, chemical, equilibria, quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, atomic and molecular structure and kinetics. (3-0)

    Requisites: CHEM 112, MATH 162, and PHYS 112 or PHYS 212 (Required, Previous). | MATH 261 (Recommended, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • CHEM 321L - Physical Chemistry Lab


    Laboratory course designed to complement and enhance CHEM 321. Laboratory focuses on measurement and data analysis in laboratory experiments. (0-3)

    Requisites: CHEM 321 (Required, Previous or concurrent).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • CHEM 322 - Physical Chemistry II


    Continuation of the two-semester physical chemistry sequence which includes those topics not previously covered in CHEM 321. The complete curriculum covers classical and statistical, thermodynamics, properties of gases and solutions, chemical equilibria, quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, atomic and molecular structure and kinetics. (3-0)

    Requisites: CHEM 321 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
  
  • CHEM 322L - Physical Chemistry II Lab


    Continuation of CHEM 321L  . Laboratory enhances and complements CHEM 322  using experimental computational and independent projects. (0-3)

    Requisites: CHEM 322 (Required, Previous or concurrent).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • CHEM 330 - Organic Chemistry II Lecture


    A continuation of CHEM 230 . (4-0)

    Requisites: CHEM 230 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 331 - Organic Chemistry II Lab


    Organic synthesis and elementary organic qualitative analysis. (0-3)

    Requisites: CHEM 231, CHEM 330. (Required, Previous or concurrent).

    Credits:1 cr

1 cr
  
  • CHEM 350 - Teaching of Chemistry


    Students enrolling in this course will learn how to teach through participation in the instructional process. Innovative uses of instructional technology will be discussed and utilized.

    Requisites: Instructor Permission (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-2 cr

1-2 cr
  
  • CHEM 352 - Lab Supervision in Chem


    Students enrolling in this course will serve as laboratory assistants under the supervision of a faculty member. Four hours of work per week are expected for each hour of credit elected.

    Credits:1-2 cr

    Notes: This course may be elected on a Pass/Fail basis and may be taken more than once.
1-2 cr
  
  • CHEM 370 - Clinical Analytical Chemistry


    Theory and laboratory techniques especially designed for medical technology and biology students emphasizing clinical and instrumental methods as well as the chemical periodicity of the elements. Required for the Medical Technology program.(2-6)

    Requisites: CHEM 313 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:4 cr

4 cr
  
  • CHEM 390 - Special Topics


    Topics of special or current interest are offered periodically. The credit allowed for the particular course will be set by the department. Appropriate prerequisites will vary with the nature of the course offering and will be determined by the instructor.

    Requisites: Take 0 credits. (Required, Previous).

    Credits:1-6 cr

1-6 cr
  
  • CHEM 411 - Molecular Structure


    Quantum theory, approximation methods in quantum chemistry, group theory, many-electron atoms, molecular orbital theory, valence bond theory, bonding in complexes and spectroscopy. (3-0)

    Requisites: CHEM 322 (Required, Previous).

    Credits:3 cr

3 cr
 

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