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Astronomy
  

  • ASTR 214 - Special Topics in Astronomy: A Cosmic Perspective on the Sustainability of Human Civilization

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    This course provides an overview from a cosmic perspective of the challenges facing humanity in the development of a sustainable lifestyle on Earth. We survey the history of humanity’s impact on the Earth’s mineral and biological resources, and consider problems posed by the exponential rise of some of these impacts. Limits to growth are explored, as are the reduction of impacts that can occur with human behavior more aligned with the finite nature of the Earth’s resources. The prospects of human colonization of other bodies in the solar system, galaxy, and universe are examined.
    Prerequisite: ASTR 101  


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Business Administration
  

  • BADM 200 - Principles of Business

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    This course provides students with a basic study of business activity and how it relates to the economic society. The course is designed to help students develop a basic understanding of the areas of economics, management, marketing, accounting, and finance.


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  • BADM 209 - Legal Environments of Business

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    An overview of law and the legal environment of business, emphasizing those parts of law necessary to understand and appreciate the regulatory role of government and including such topics as constitutional law, contracts, torts, business ethics, business organizations, and government regulations.
    Prerequisite: ENGL 110  and PHIL 110  


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  • BADM 210 - Introduction to Global Literacy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    An introduction to a survey of the theoretical and institutional intricacies of global literacy, with a focus on the special knowledge and skills critical to all engaged in the day-to-day interactions and administration of business enterprises and governmental organizations with overseas relationships.


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  • BADM 214 - Microcomputer Applications in Business

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2

    This course is designed to develop an understanding of the computer as a business and personal tool. Students will get a working knowledge of a variety of software programs such as spreadsheets, word processing, databases, and presentations. Projects that simulate business applications are provided.


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  • BADM 215 - Business Communications

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A course that presents a scientific approach to the analysis and resolution of business problems through business letters, memoranda, and researched analytical reports. Other topics of study include nonverbal communication, business ethics, office automation, employment procedures, international business, and oral and listening skills.
    Prerequisite: ENGL 120  


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  • BADM 216 - Statistics for Business and Economics I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0

    This course introduces statistical principles for business and economics applications. A study of multiple regression methods, analysis of variance, chi-square and elements of sampling, with training in statistical analysis with computer-based applications.
    Prerequisite: MATH 123  


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  • BADM 220 - Ethics in a Contemporary World

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A study of the major theories of ethics and civic engagement. A core course developed to address the problems, questions, and dilemmas arising in business. This course offers an introduction into the classical and contemporary theories of morality, ethics, and civil engagement. It places emphasis on the development of moral reasoning skills that allow for meaningful analysis.


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  • BADM 312 - Statistics for Business and Economics II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A study of multiple regression methods, analysis of variance, chi-square tests, elements of sampling, quality control, and index numbers, with training in statistical analysis with computer-based implementation.
    Prerequisite: BADM 216  


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  • BADM 352 - Blacks in Contemporary Capitalistic Society

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A study of racial issues considered within the context of American capitalism. This course emphasizes innovative techniques and procedures aimed at improving conditions for minorities and focuses on topics such as finance, business ownership, internal operations, salesmanship, banking, and managerial techniques.


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  • BADM 412 - Business Law

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A study of the basic concepts of law applicable to the business profession and business endeavors, covering such topics as contracts, torts, commercial paper, agency, property, business organizations and constitutional protection.
    Prerequisite: BADM 209  


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  • BADM 430 - Business Internship

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A course providing students with practical experience in approved business positions, including a seminar for formal evaluation of their work experience. Program must be arranged in advance and approved by the department chairperson; course is not open to students with credit from any similar program in the institution. This course is cross listed with ECON 450  and FINC 453 .


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  • BADM 490 - Seminar in Business Administration

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A course involving various subject matters as deemed by the business faculty to be appropriate to the needs of the student in meeting the objectives of the business degree program.


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Biochemistry
  

  • BICH 411 - Biochemistry I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    An introductory course that provides a theoretical basis for the major principles in biochemistry. The course includes an historical perspective of biochemistry, and a study of the four major biological macromolecules: proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. Three major areas of biochemistry will be emphasized: (1) acid/base equilibria; (2) structure and function of bio-molecules; and (3) biological information flow. In addition to lectures and discussions, problem sets will be assigned to equip students with an understanding of basic biochemical principles and to promote critical thinking and problem solving skills.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 150  and (CHEM 220  or CHEM 223 )


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  • BICH 412 - Biochemistry II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A study of bioenergetics, biosynthesis of major biological macromolecules, and metabolic pathways in animals, plants, and microbes. Emphasis will also be placed on methods of purification and analysis of biological macromolecules and applications of basic biochemical principles to living systems. In addition to lectures and discussions, problem sets will be assigned to equip students with an understanding of basic biochemical principles and to promote critical thinking and problem solving skills. The course content will be correlated with the laboratory exercises in the co-requisite Biochemistry laboratory (BICH 421 ).
    Prerequisite: BICH 411  or BICH 421  


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  • BICH 413 - Biochemistry III

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    This course is the third course in a three course series in biochemistry. It is designed to provide the theoretical basis for major concepts in molecular and cellular biochemistry. Three major areas of biochemistry will be emphasized: hormonal regulation in metabolic pathways, molecular information pathways, and in vivo cellular protein sorting and trafficking pathways.
    Prerequisite: BICH 412


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  • BICH 421 - Biochemistry Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 1

    The application of biochemical principles and techniques to the separation, purification, and analysis of biological substances, and to the investigation of metabolic activity.
    Prerequisite: BICH 411  and BICH 412  (may be taken concurrently)


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Biology
  

  • BIOL 110 - General Biology I

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2

    An introductory study of concepts relating to the origin of organisms: cell history, reproduction, structure and function; atomic and molecular structure of the cell; energy relations; structure, composition and systematics of major organic compounds; sexual and asexual reproduction; and genetics and evolution. Includes two (2) hours of lab consisting of qualitative experiments illustrating biological principles and basic laboratory techniques.


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  • BIOL 130 - General Biology II

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2

    A study of ecology and of systems regulating and supporting the metabolism of organisms. Includes two (2) hours of lab consisting of qualitative experiments in ecology, classification, and the physiology of organisms.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 110  


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  • BIOL 150 - Principles of Biology I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    The study of the major principles relating to the nature of organisms, with emphasis on molecular, cellular, genetic, and evolutionary concepts, and with two (2) hours of lab consisting of experiments on the analysis of the chemistry of cellular and related materials.
    Prerequisite: MATH 123  or higher level of MATH


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  • BIOL 150L - Principles of Biology I Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This laboratory course consists of experiments on the scientific method, measurements in biology, the use of microscopes, cell structure and function, functions of biologically important molecules, spectrophotometry, diffusion and osmosis, cell membrane structure and function, enzymes, photosynthesis, and genetics. 
    Prerequisite: MATH 123   or higher 
    Corequisite: BIOL 150  


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  • BIOL 160 - Principles of Biology II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    The study of the major principles relating to the nature of organisms, with emphasis on evolution, introducing the diversity and complexity of life at the macro-scale (survey of kingdoms and phyla). The course will include two (2) hours of lab consisting of observations and dissections of both plant and animal species and stressing the relationship between form and function.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 150  


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  • BIOL 160L - Principles of Biology II Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This laboratory course consists of experiments on the observations and dissections of both plant and animal species stressing the relationship between form and function. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 150 and BIOL 150L
    Corequisite: BIOL 160  


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  • BIOL 200 - Cellular Biology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    An examination of cell structure in relation to function, including studies of biochemistry, cytogenetics, physiology, reproduction, and the evolution of animal, plant, and bacterial cells.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 150  and CHEM 141  and CHEM 142  (may be taken concurrently)


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  • BIOL 200L - Cellular Biology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This laboratory course reinforces concepts introduced in cellular and molecular biology with emphasis placed on problem-solving, analytical analysis, and scientific writing in experiments including the light telescope, identification of biological molecules, DNA transformation, plating and selection, DNA isolation, gel electrophoresis, and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 150 and BIOL 150L

    Pre/co-requisite: BIOL 160, CHEM 141, or CHEM 142
    Corequisite: BIOL 200


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  • BIOL 225 - Scientific Communication

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A course designed to introduce students to the principles of oral and written communication. Students will learn how to read, critique, and write a scientific paper; how to conduct literature searches; and how to prepare and present an oral scientific talk. In addition, the ethical issues related to scientific communications and scientific integrity will be discussed.


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  • BIOL 255 - Principles of Microbiology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A course designed to introduce the structure, diversity, physiology, metabolism, and genetics of microorganisms. The role of microorganisms in disease and human health will be explored. Fundamental concepts of immunology, epidemiology, microbial pharmacology, and antibiotic resistance will also be covered. The course includes two (2) hours of lab consisting of applications of essential microbiological laboratory methods. An understanding of experimental design, scientific writing skills, and aseptic technique will also be assessed in lab. This course is designed for nursing and pre-nursing majors only. No other major at Fayetteville State University is permitted to use BIOL 255 to fulfill Natural Sciences requirements. Only nursing and pre-nursing majors are permitted to use BIOL 255 to fulfill support course requirements. This course does not meet the Microbiology course requirement for Biology, Biology Education, Biotechnology, Forensic Sciences, or pre-professional degree programs.


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  • BIOL 255L - Principles of Microbiology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This course consists of applications of essential microbiological laboratory methods. Laboratory techniques addressed will include microbial isolation and culture, aseptic technique, and microbial identification. Emphasis is placed on microscopic techniques. 
    Corequisite: BIOL 255


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  • BIOL 320 - Biology Seminar

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    A course involving discussions of current topics in modern biology. Student presentations of papers on special issues in biology should be expected.


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  • BIOL 325 - Molecular Biology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    An in depth study of the structure, function, and biochemistry of proteins and nucleic acids. Isolation, purification and structural modification of DNA and protein in laboratory exercises will be utilized to provide an understanding of the various DNA/protein methodologies and their applicability to forensic science. This course is cross listed with FORS 325 .
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  and CHEM 222 and CHEM 223  and CHEM 224  


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  • BIOL 325L - Molecular Biology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    Laboratory exercises will focus on isolation, purification, and structural modifications of DNA and proteins to provide an understanding of nucleic acids and protein methodologies and their application in research in industry. Cross listed with FORS 325L. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200, CHEM 222, CHEM 223, and CHEM 224
    Corequisite: BIOL 325


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  • BIOL 330 - Microbiology and Immunology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    An introduction to the structure, physiology, ecology, and immunological host relationships of prokaryotes and other microorganisms, with two (2) hours of lab consisting of applications of microbiological and immunological techniques.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  and CHEM 141  and CHEM 142  and CHEM 161  and CHEM 162  


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  • BIOL 330L - Microbiology and Immunology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This course teaches basic microbiological laboratory methods. Laboratory techniques addressed include experimental design, aseptic technique, isolation and identification, microscopy, sensitivity assays, epidemiology, and food microbiology. 
    Corequisite: BIOL 330


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  • BIOL 350 - Ecology/Evolution

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A study of mechanisms governing the process of organic evolution, evolutionary relationships among living and extinct organisms, and the interactions between organisms and their environment, with two (2) hours of lab consisting of an observational/experimental study of the concepts of evolution and ecology.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  and ZOOL 310  


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  • BIOL 350L - Ecology/ Evolution Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    Provides students with practical ecological experiences, including studies designed indoors and outdoors. Students will develop analytical and writing skills through analysis and interpretation of ecological data collected for course study, as well as other information obtained from both print and electronic media for a given topic in the field of ecology. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200 and ZOOL 310
    Corequisite: BIOL 350


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  • BIOL 430 - Special Problems

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A course involving guided scientific research, field studies, or other special projects.


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  • BIOL 431 - Population Genetics

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2

    A study of genetic and ecological forces that influence the structure of populations with two (2) hours of laboratory exercises and experimental studies. Students will evaluate the effects of random genetic drifts, mutations, natural selection, inbreeding, assortative mating, molecular evolution and quantitative/ecological genetics on populations. This course is cross listed with FORS 431  
    Prerequisite: ZOOL 310  


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  • BIOL 490 - Radiation Biology

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2

    An introductory course for science majors on the nature and use of radioisotopes, with two (2) hours of lab consisting of basic experiments with radioisotopes using the latest instrumentation.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 150  and MATH 241  and CHEM 211  and CHEM 212  


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  • BIOL 499 - Senior Capstone Experience

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2

    Senior Capstone Experience is a course involving guided scientific research, field studies, and other special assignments. The course serves to give students guided experience in scientific research. Students will be trained to critically review literature, design and conduct experiments, and present their findings in a research paper and presentation.
    Prerequisite: Senior status or instructor permission


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  • ZOOL 200L - General Zoology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This laboratory course accompanies ZOOL 200 and utilizes dissection and microscopy in the investigation of animal biology. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 160
    Corequisite: ZOOL 200


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  • ZOOL 210L - Anatomy and Physiology I Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This laboratory course accompanies ZOOL 210 and involves an investigation of the structures and function of human organ systems covered in ZOOL 210. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 150
    Corequisite: ZOOL 210


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  • ZOOL 230L - Anatomy and Physiology II Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This laboratory course accompanies ZOOL 230 and involves an investigation of the structures and functions of human organ systems covered in ZOOL 230. 
    Prerequisite: ZOOL 210
    Corequisite: ZOOL 230


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Botany
  

  • BOTN 210 - General Botany

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    An introduction to the morphology, anatomy, physiology, reproduction, taxonomy, and ecology of higher plants, fungi, and algae, with two (2) hours of lab consisting of observation interpretation of the morphology and structure relating to the function, identification, and adaptation of higher plants, fungi, and algae.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  


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  • BOTN 210L - General Botany Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    Lab exercises will involve plant cells; external plant structure; morphology and anatomy of monocot and dicot roots, stems, and leaves; secondary growth in stems; photosynthesis; plant water relations; plant tissue culture; genetics; algae; bryophytes; lower vascular plants; gymnosperms; and angiosperms. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200
    Corequisite: BOTN 210


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Biotechnology
  

  • BTCH 210 - Introduction to Biotechnology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    An introduction to the fundamentals of biotechnology and career options emphasizing the types of biotechnology workplaces and their unique requirements. The course includes a study of the use of mathematics, principles of instrumentation used, and analysis of measurements, solutions, centrifugation, spectrophotometry, chromatography, and electrophoresis. The importance of laboratory safety and precision will also be stressed.


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  • BTCH 220 - Biotechniques I (formerly BTCH 420)

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3

    A laboratory course in basic biotechnology theory, skills, and applications. Includes spectrophotometry, gel filtration chromatography, gel electrophoresis, DNA isolation, Restriction enzyme digestion, genetic engineering, DNA fingerprinting, Southern and Western blot analysis.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  or CHEM 161  and CHEM 162  


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  • BTCH 230 - Biotechniques II (formerly BTCH 430)

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3

    A laboratory course teaching biotechnology theory, skills, and applications. Includes DNA sequencing, PCR, immunology, cell culture, separation technology, principles of fermentation technology, basic aptitudes for the biotechnology industry.
    Prerequisite: BTCH 220  (formerly BTCH 420)


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  • BTCH 310 - Immunology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    Examines the components of the immune systems, immune responses, immune effectors, and immune diseases. Methods used in experimental studies of immunology are also introduced.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  (may be taken concurrently)


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  • BTCH 320 - NanoBiotechnology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    This introductory course is designed to explore applications of nanotechnology to biotechnology. Nanotechnology deals with materials and devices that are or have structures of a size between 1 to 100 nm. Students will be introduced with the nano-based labeling technologies, fabrication strategies, nanofoods and nanotoxicology. Design and working of the nanodevices will also be discussed for applications in therpeutics, agriculture, food and diagnostic areas. A thorough understanding of DNA proteins, carbohydrates and lipid molecules is expected of the students.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  


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  • BTCH 340 - Toxicology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    Introduces the principles of toxicology. This course covers general concepts underlying the absorption, distribution, metabolism, action, and excretion of xenobiotics and the consequences to biological systems following exposure of toxicants, particularly the relevance to human health.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 141  and CHEM 142  and CHEM 161  and CHEM 162  


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  • BTCH 340L - Toxicology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This laboratory course includes two hours of lab study in the main concepts of toxicology through hypothesis-based experiments. Dose-response testing will be introduced as well as other tools used in risk assessment and specific areas of toxicology. 
    Corequisite: BTCH 340


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  • BTCH 350 - Advanced Biomolecular Science

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A seminar course which discusses pioneering and cutting edge research in molecular biology, cell biology, and developmental biology. Students will also be introduced to basic tools of biomolecular science.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  and CHEM 141  and CHEM 142  


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  • BTCH 360 - Molecular Genetics

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A study of the molecular definition of genes, gene sets, and gene expressions, with applications of gene functions to health, disease, and molecular evolution. Methods of gene analysis are studied with special reference to the human genome project and current genomic research.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  or ZOOL 310  or consent of the instructor


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  • BTCH 360L - Molecular Genetics Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    Lab exercises will consist of recombinant DNA technology to engineer DNA molecules. Key concepts include use of restriction enzymes, propagation using bacteria, and electrophoresis and hybridization techniques to study the structure and function of proteins and nucleic acids.  
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200 and ZOOL 310
    Corequisite: BTCH 360


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  • BTCH 410 - Biotechology Seminar

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    Discusses current topics and current research in biotechnology. Also includes review of the requirements and ethics of the biotechnology workplace and laboratory. Presentations will be required.


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  • BTCH 425 - Bioinformatics

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    Introduces bioinformatics using computational methods to analyze and help interpret the content of large volumes of biological data generated by genome sequencing, DNA micro-arrays, proteomics, metabolites and metabolic fluxes. The computational methods used in this course include analysis of sequences, gene clustering, and pattern recognition/discovery in large scale expression data. Application of bioinformatics to drug design, and biotechnology will be discussed.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  and (CHEM 220  or CHEM 223 )


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  • BTCH 435 - Plant Biotechnology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    This course provides an introduction to the theory, application, and techniques that are involved in plant cells and tissues and in the micro-propagation process. The course will also focus on the use of techniques in molecular biology in the study, development, and improvement of various plant species.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  or BTCH 230  


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  • BTCH 435L - Plant Biotechnology Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    Lab exercises will consist of stock preparation, sterile techniques, media preparation, aseptic germination, explant isolation, culture initiation, bacterial culture growth, plasmid DNA isolation, plant transformation, DNA isolation and assays, Southern blotting, PCR, and transgenic plant analysis (GUS, GFP assays, etc.). 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200, BOTN 210, BTCH 230, and ZOOL 310
    Corequisite: BTCH 435


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  • BTCH 440 - Tissue Culture and Hybridoma

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 5

    A laboratory course which teaches techniques for the establishment, assay, and maintenance of a variety of types of cells, tissue and hybridoma cultures.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  or BTCH 430


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  • BTCH 450 - Problems in Biotechnology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A course designed to give students interactive exposure to and experience in biotechnology environments. Credit may be earned (with instructor approval) through one or more of the following: internships or cooperative experiences in biotechnology related sites, research project studying a biotechnology problem/question, research paper on a controversial biotechnology issue or procedure, or approved online or on-site course from on-site bio-works/biotechnology workplace programs. The course will also include a seminar sequence on workplace issues and ethics supported by on-site interview.


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  • BTCH 460 - Introduction to Genomic Science

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    This course offers an introduction to the emerging field of genomics. The term “genome” describes the structure and content of the genetic make-up of an organism. Genomic science covers the study of the structure, organization, and function of genomes. Students will learn about the human genome project and related genome projects; sequence databases and analysis tools; functional genomics; and systems biology. Class lectures will be supplemented with hands-on laboratory and computer exercises.


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  • BTCH 460L - Introduction to Genomic Science Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    Lab exercises will consist of genomics and bioinformatics exercises on structural and functional genomics; the human genome project; exploring DNA, RNA, and protein sequencing databases; DNA fingerprinting; genetic and QTL mapping; and epigenetics.  
    Corequisite: BTCH 460


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  • BTCH 490 - Research in Biotechnology

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 8

    This course gives biotechnology students the opportunity to develop the skills needed to conduct research with minimum supervision. Students learn how to design an experiment, collect scientific information, prepare an outline of procedures, initiate the project, conduct the experiments specified, write a comprehensive scientific report, and make a presentation on the findings of the project. Biotechnology students in their Junior or Senior year will be eligible to enroll in this course. Students will work with a mentor willing to provide guidance and oversee the research project.


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Chemistry
  

  • CHEM 101 - Introduction to Chemical Principles

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2

    A one semester course directed at non-chemistry majors that provides an introduction to general chemistry, and the fundamentals of biological chemistry. The course with its laboratory activities introduces states of matter, atoms and bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, mole concept, gas laws, pH and acid-base chemistry, and nuclear chemistry.
    Prerequisite: MATH 123  or MATH 129  


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  • CHEM 102 - Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2

    A one semester course directed at non-chemistry majors that provides an introduction to organic chemistry and principles of biochemistry. This course with its laboratory activities, introduces hydrocarbons, organic functional groups, amino acids, nucleic acids, protein, fat, carbohydrate, and discusses the chemistry involved in metabolic pathways and energy production.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 101  


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  • CHEM 105 - Introduction to Chemical Principles Lecture

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    This one-semester course is designed for non-chemistry majors as an introduction to basic chemistry principles. The course introduces states of matters, atoms and bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, mole concept, gas laws, pH and acid-based chemistry, and nuclear chemistry.
    Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MATH 123  or MATH 129  
    Corequisite: CHEM 105L  


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  • CHEM 105L - Introduction to Chemical Principles Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This one-semester laboratory course is designed for non-chemistry majors. It introduces how to safely and effectively conduct independent laboratory experiments, review data and construct graphs, physical and chemical properties, law of conservation of energy, electronic configuration of elements, molecular geometry, types of chemical bonds, chemical reactions, concentrations of solutions (e.g. molarity), and ideal gas law.
    Prerequisite: MATH 123  or MATH 129  
    Corequisite: CHEM 105  


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  • CHEM 106 - Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry Lecture

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    This course is designed for non-chemistry majors as an introduction to organic chemistry and principles of biochemistry. It introduces hydrocarbons, organic functional groups, amino acids, nucleic acids, protein, fat, carbohydrate, and discusses the chemistry involved in metabolic pathways and energy production.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 105  and CHEM 105L  
    Corequisite: CHEM 106L  


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  • CHEM 106L - Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2

    This one-semester laboratory course is designed for non-chemistry majors. It reinforces the fundamental facts, theories, and laws of chemistry through laboratory experiences. Laboratory activities introduce synthesis and reactions of hydrocarbons, organic functional groups, amino acids, nucleic acids, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. Safe laboratory techniques and the writing of quality laboratory reports are emphasized. Laboratory component of CHEM 106 .
    Prerequisite: CHEM 105  and CHEM 105L  
    Corequisite: CHEM 106  


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  • CHEM 120 - The Atom and Bonding

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A non-mathematical study of atomic structure, elementary nuclear theory, the periodic table, bonding, valence, hybridization, and molecular and crystal structure.
    Prerequisite: MATH 123  (may be taken concurrently)
    Corequisite: MATH 123  


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  • CHEM 130 - Stoichiometry

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3

    The study of stoichiometry, gas laws, thermochemistry, and the balancing of chemical equations, with laboratory activities investigating mole-mass relationships, gas laws, and measurement of thermochemical phenomena.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 120  and MATH 123  


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  • CHEM 141 - General Chemistry I Lecture

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0

    The first course of a two semester sequence in introductory chemistry that studies measurement and uncertainty, atomic structure, nomenclature, stoichiometry, types of reactions, solution concentrations, gas laws, thermochemistry, electronic configuration, periodic properties of the elements, and chemical bonding (including molecular geometries). The course includes a mandatory one-hour non-credit recitation period per week.
    Prerequisite: MATH 129  or MATH 131  


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  • CHEM 142 - General Chemistry I Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3

    This laboratory course that accompanies CHEM 141  introduces laboratory techniques, physical properties, stoichiometry, gas laws, and types of chemical reactions. Safe laboratory techniques and the writing of quality laboratory reports will be emphasized.
    Prerequisite: MATH 129  or MATH 131  


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  • CHEM 161 - General Chemistry II Lecture

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0

    The second part of a two semester (one year) course in college level chemistry. The course investigates kinetics, chemical equilibria, acid-base equilibria, solubility equilibria, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. The course has an additional mandatory one-hour non-credit recitation period per week.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 141  and CHEM 142  and MATH 130  or MATH 131  


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  • CHEM 162 - General Chemistry II Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3

    This continuation of the General Chemistry I Laboratory (CHEM 142 ) investigates solution properties, kinetics, chemical equilibria, acid-base equilibria, solubility equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and qualitative and elementary quantitative analysis.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 141  and CHEM 142  and MATH 130  or MATH 131  


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  • CHEM 200 - Chemical Literature: Search and Analysis

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2

    This course introduces the methods of online chemical literature search and provides training on how to critically evaluate scientific literature. Students will research a relatively narrow topic under the guidance of a faculty mentor, present the topic through oral presentations and written literature reviews, and participate in scheduled departmental seminars.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 161  with a C or higher


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  • CHEM 205 - Chemical Process Principles

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0

    An introduction to material and energy balance principles for chemical systems. Topics include fluid density, flow rate, chemical composition variables, pressure, and temperature. Students will be able to approach problems from a chemical engineering standpoint, including problems involving recycle, bypass, and reactive processes.
    Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MATH 241 , PHYS 211 , and CHEM 211  and CHEM 212  or CHEM 223  and CHEM 224  


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  • CHEM 211 - Analytical Chemistry Lecture

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A one semester course that investigates the principles of quantitative analytical chemistry and how these principles are applied in chemistry and related disciplines. Lecture and laboratory concentrate on tools, experimental error, statistics, quality assurance, calibration methods, systematic treatment of equilibrium, acid-base titration, EDTA titration, redox titration, gravimetric analysis, introduction to electroanalytical and spectrometric methods, concepts of analytical separation and application of Excel in analytical chemistry.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 161  and CHEM 162  


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  • CHEM 212 - Analytical Chemistry Lab

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 6

    A one-semester analytical chemistry laboratory course that investigates the principles of quantitative analytical chemistry and how the principles and techniques of classical methods (e.g., gravimetric, titrimetric, and redox) of analysis and some of the most common instrumental methods (e.g., spectrometric and separation techniques) are applied in chemistry and related disciplines. Laboratory experimentations will involve the use of these analytical techniques in the determination of substances in a variety of sample matrices.


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  • CHEM 220 - Principle of Organic Chemistry

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3

    A one-semester course in which the chemistry of the hydrocarbons (including aromatics) and monofunctional alkyl halides, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids (and their derivatives), and amines is surveyed. The course will conclude with an introduction to the chemistry of polyfunctional biomolecules. The laboratory will consist of the techniques used in the purification, isolation, and identification by physical properties of organic compounds and conclude with the utilization of these techniques in the preparation of organic compounds.


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  • CHEM 223 - Organic Chemistry I Lecture

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A study of the nomenclature, synthesis, reactions and reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy of hydrocarbons alkylhalides and alcohols, with laboratory exercises introducing techniques of isolation, purification, characterization, and synthetic methods in organic chemistry.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 161  and CHEM 162  


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  • CHEM 224 - Organic Chemistry I Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3

    A study of laboratory exercises introducing techniques in isolation, purification, characterization, and synthetic methods in organic chemistry.


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  • CHEM 225 - Organic Chemistry II Lecture

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Lab Hours: 0

    A course investigating the nomenclature, synthesis, reactions and reaction mechanisms, and methods for analysis of functionally substituted organic compounds, with laboratory activities extending the topics started in CHEM 223  and emphasizing syntheses and technical writing.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 223  and CHEM 224  


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  • CHEM 226 - Organic Chemistry II Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3

    A course investigating the nomenclature, synthesis, reactions and reaction mechanism, and methods for analysis of functionally substituted organic compounds with laboratory activities extending the topics started in CHEM 223  and emphasizing syntheses and technical writing.


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  • CHEM 227 - Chemical Process Systems

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    Introduction of mathematical and computational tools for analyzing chemical engineering problems. Sequential modular and equation-based simulation of steady-state chemical processes using advanced spreadsheet methods and multivariate root-finding algorithms. Material and energy balances on transient processes and their solution using analytical and numerical methods. Introduction to microscopic material and energy balances using the “shell balance” approach to develop the governing differential equations. Solutions to steady-state boundary value problems in heat conduction and Fickian diffusion.
    Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CHEM 205  and MATH 242  
    Corequisite: MATH 331  


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  • CHEM 310 - Instrumental Analysis

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4

    Principles of operation and application of modern chemical instrumentation used in analytical chemistry. Topics include statistics, spectrophotometry, mass spectrometry, Raman spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, electroanalytical, and separation science. Reinforcement of these techniques by practical experience, aspects of sample preparation, standardization, data acquisition and interpretation.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 211  and CHEM 212 


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  • CHEM 311 - Instrumental Analysis Lecture

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    One-semester lecture course that introduces modern instrumental methods on qualitative and quantitative analytical chemistry. Topics include atomic and molecular spectroscopy, chemical separations methods, and electroanalytical chemistry used in biological, materials, environmental, and chemical systems; major to trace components with accuracy and precision; various physical states of matter; chemical speciation.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 211  and CHEM 212  with a grade of C or higher


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  • CHEM 311L - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 4

    One-semester laboratory course designed to provide hands-on experience with modern chemical instrumentation for qualitative and quantitative measurements. Experiments include atomic and molecular spectroscopy, chemical separations methods, and electroanalytical chemistry.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 211  and CHEM 212  with a grade of C or higher


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  • CHEM 313 - Physical Chemistry I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    The first course in a two-semester sequence of calculus-based physical chemistry that investigates the properties of real gases, the three laws of thermodynamics, phase equilibria for single and binary systems, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, the transport properties of matter, the kinetic theory, and the application and derivation of integrated rate laws.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 211  and CHEM 212  and MATH 241  and MATH 242  and PHYS 121  and PHYS 122  (may be taken concurrently)


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  • CHEM 313L - Physical Chemistry I Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3

    A survey of the experimental methods of physical chemistry to study calorimetry, thermodynamics, chemical and phase equilibria, chemical kinetics, and colligative and transport properties for binary systems.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 313  
    Corequisite: CHEM 313  


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  • CHEM 314 - Physical Chemistry II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    The second course in a two-semester sequence of calculus-based physical chemistry, that provides an introduction to quantum mechanics and its applications to atomic and molecular structure and spectroscopy and investigates statistical mechanics as a bridge between microscopic and macroscopic worlds. Students will also be exposed to molecular reaction dynamics, including collision theory and activated-complex theory.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 313  


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  • CHEM 314L - Physical Chemistry II Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3

    CHEM 313  and CHEM 313L  with a C or higher
    Prerequisite: CHEM 314  
    Corequisite: CHEM 314  


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  • CHEM 315 - Physical Chemistry for Life Sciences

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    This course develops the basic principles of physical chemistry in a one-semester calculus based course for and applied to life sciences. The particular areas covered include thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and quantum mechanics. The course will focus on principles and their application to teh fundamental problems of the biological sciences. The course is directed to students majoring in biology, biochemistry, pre-medical, pre-pharmacy, and students in general.
    Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in PHYS 126 and PHYS 126L and MATH 241


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  • CHEM 321 - Thermodynamics and Equilibrium

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A calculus-based study of the three laws of thermodynamics with derivation of equilibrium constants from chemical potential, Raoult’s Law, the phase rule, and equilibrium electrochemistry including the Debye-Hueckle theory.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 211  and CHEM 212  and MATH 241  and MATH 242  and PHYS 121  and PHYS 122  (may be taken concurrently)


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  • CHEM 322 - Quantum Mechanics and Spectroscopy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A course investigating the wave-particle dilemma as resolved by the Bohr atom, Dirac wave mechanics, and Eigen values of the Schroedinger equation, with applications to atomic and molecular vibrational, rotational, and electronic spectra.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 211  and CHEM 212  and MATH 241  and MATH 242  and PHYS 122  


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  • CHEM 324 - Kinetics

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A study of change, including the transport properties of gases and liquids and electrical conduction. Starting with the kinetic theory of gases, the absolute rate theory and the collision theory are derived. Other topics include rates; mechanisms including complex mechanisms (consecutive, chain, branching, autocatalytic, and polymerizing); and the half-life of chemical reactions. Students will also be exposed to the steady-state approximation, and the study of the Arrhenius theory for calculation of activation parameters.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 211  and CHEM 212  and MATH 241  and MATH 242  and PHYS 122  


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  • CHEM 325 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 6

    Laboratory investigations involving the determination of enthalpies, equilibrium constants, molecular mass, electromotive force, entropy, reaction rates and activation parameters, solution phenomena, conductance, and the gathering and quantitative interpretation of spectra.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 313  


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  • CHEM 330 - Principles of Inorganic Chemistry

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0

    A focus on trends of inorganic reactions, structure, and properties of the elements and their compounds in relation to their position in the periodic table. Students will be able to rationalize and interpret most inorganic properties using qualitative models that are based on quantum mechanics, such as the properties of atomic orbitals and their use to form molecular orbitals. Modern organometallic compounds will be introduced, and the environmental impact of inorganic chemistry will be discussed. This course will consist of lecture and discussion sessions.
    Prerequisite: CHEM 161  and CHEM 162  


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  • CHEM 390 - Research I

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3

    A detailed examination of topics and studies in chemistry in preparation for beginning a formal research project to be conducted in CHEM 491  and CHEM 492 , culminating in a written and oral report.


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  • CHEM 398 - Pre-Health Internship

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 3

    This course exposes students to the health sciences through shadowing and being mentored by a practicing healthcare professional in the community. The course offers students an opportunity to gain hands on experience, build community contacts, and acquire the complementary knowledge and skills needed for a future career in the health sciences. 
    Prerequisite: CHEM 311 and CHEM 311L


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