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Astronomy
  

  • ASTR 101 - Introduction to Astronomy I: The Solar System

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

    A general introductory course in astronomy that covers celestial motions of the earth, sun, moon, and planets; nature of light; ground and space-based telescopes; comparative planetology; the earth and the moon; terrestrial and gas planets and their moons; dwarf planets, asteroids, and comets; planetary system formation; extrasolar planets; and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI). Although this is not a lab course, telescopic observations and student-led inquiry are incorporated into the course.
    Prerequisite: MATH 123  or higher


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  • ASTR 101L - Introduction to Astronomy Lab I: Rocket Science

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

    This laboratory course features activities that are designed to enhance student understanding of the practice of modern astronomy as well as to enhance hands-on STEM competency. The organizing principle of this lab is “rocket science,” a recapitulation of the intellectual quest that has enabled humans to journey amongst the planets. Activities will include telescope design, a study of electromagnetic radiation, using telescopes at the FSU Observatory, and launching rockets. The course will also incorporate an examination of the prospects for the continuation of this enterprise indefinitely into the future, this incorporating sustainability into the course.
    Prerequisite: MATH 123 or higher


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  • ASTR 102 - Introduction to Astronomy II: Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology

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

    A course designed to provide students with a follow-up examination of astronomy, reinforcing a theoretical and practical understanding of the scientific process and an enthusiasm for its utilization in the solution of relevant challenges that they may expect to face in their own lives. Relevant scientific principles will be utilized throughout the course, including mechanics and the nature of light. Coverage will include the sun; stellar observables; star birth, evolution, and death; novae and supernovae; white dwarfs; neutron stars; black holes; the Milky Way galaxy; normal galaxies; active galaxies and quasars; dark matter; dark energy; cosmology; the early universe; the possible multiverse; and the prospects for the existence of life elsewhere in the universe.
    Prerequisite: ASTR 101  


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  • ASTR 102L - Introduction to Astronomy Lab II: Our Place in Space

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

    In this course, students will learn how to use robotic telescopes in the Chilean Andes and around the world, and use these telescopes to observe planets, dwarf planets, moons, asteroids, binary and variable stars, supernovae, star-forming regions, star clusters, and galaxies. Through these observations, students will explore the following topics: the seasons, the Galilean revolution, the cosmic distance ladder, the Great Debate, dark matter, Hubble’s Law, and dark energy.
    Corequisite: ASTR 102  


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  • ASTR 213 - Life in the Universe

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

    The aim of this course is to convey the detailed conceptual ideas associated with the important and topical question of the formation of life in the universe. The course will discuss all the environmental circumstances that seem to encourage the start of any life form and investigate the current state of our knowledge of life outside of the earth. This course addresses fundamental questions regarding the prospects of life elsewhere in the universe and the best ways to search for evidence of such life. These questions are looked at from a multidisciplinary viewpoint, which includes astronomy, biology, chemistry, and geology. However, other issues, including historical, cultural, and philosophical perspectives, are also included.
    Prerequisite: ASTR 101  


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  • 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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  • ASTR 225 - Observational Astronomy

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

    This course trains students in the operation of a research grade telescope for data acquisition. Data reduction methods will be utilized to provide an adequate signal to noise ratio required to support a variety of research topics. Using data collected during class or from other repositories, the student will research a relatively narrow topic in astronomy and present the topic through oral and poster presentations. Experience with computer programming is recommended.
    Prerequisite: MATH 130   or MATH 131  or MATH 142  


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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 ACCT 450, ECON 450, FINC 453, FESA 490, and HCM 490. 


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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 BIOL 150L  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 111 - General Biology I

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

    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; genetics and evolution; and plant evolution, diversity, structure, function, and control systems.


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  • BIOL 111L - General Biology I Laboratory

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

    Lab exercises consist of experiments illustrating biological principles and basic laboratory techniques including the process and tools of scientific inquiry, pH and buffers, macromolecules, using the microscope, photosynthesis, cell respiration, and movement of molecules across membranes.
    Corequisite: BIOL 111  


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  • BIOL 131 - General Biology II

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

    Designed to acquaint Biology non-majors and majors with the science of living organisms and to familiarize them with general techniques and methods employed by scientists. The course aims to equip students with facts and skills necessary to make informed decisions in today’s scientifically complex environment. Major areas of study include structure/function relationships in plants and animals, adaptation, and homeostasis, biodiversity, relationships between organisms at the population and community level, relationships between organisms and their environments at the ecosystem level, and to evolutionary biology.

     

     
    Prerequisite: BIOL 111  and BIOL 111L  


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  • BIOL 131L - General Biology II Laboratory

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

    Lab exercises include the process of scientific inquiry, tools for scientific inquiry, pH and Buffers, macromolecules, using the microscope, enzymes and factors that affect enzyme activity, movement of molecules across cell membranes, the digestive system, the circulatory system, the sensory system, plant diversity, and animal diversity. These lab topics complement the lecture topics in BIOL 131.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 111   and BIOL 111L  


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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 Laboratory

    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 


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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 Laboratory

    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


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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 141L  (may be taken concurrently)


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  • BIOL 200L - Cellular Biology Laboratory

    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


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  • BIOL 205 - Medical Terminology

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

    A comprehensive study of the language of medicine, including the use of the terms in the various areas of medical science.


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  • BIOL 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  and BIOL 200L  


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  • BIOL 210L - General Botany Laboratory

    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   and BIOL 200L  
    Corequisite: BIOL 210  


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  • BIOL 220 - General Zoology

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

    A study of concepts of animal biology relative to structure, function, ecology, heredity, and embryogenesis, with emphasis on the evolution and characteristics of major animal phyla, and with two (2) hours of laboratory studies relative to basic concepts of animal biology.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 150  and BIOL 150L  and BIOL 160  and BIOL 160L  


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  • BIOL 220L - General Zoology Laboratory

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

    This laboratory course accompanies BIOL 220 and utilizes dissection and microscopy in the investigation of animal biology. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 160   and BIOL 160L  


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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 230 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

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

    A systematic study of the structures and functions of musculoskeletal, neural, and integumentary systems of the human body, with two (2) hours of laboratory studies on the structures and functions of the human body’s composite systems.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 150  and BIOL 150L  


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  • BIOL 230L - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory

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

    This laboratory course accompanies BIOL 230 and involves an investigation of the structures and function of human organ systems covered in BIOL 230. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 160  and BIOL 160L  
    Corequisite: BIOL 230  


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  • BIOL 240 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

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

    A systematic study of the structures and functions of the endocrine, circulatory, digestive, respiratory, excretory, and reproductive systems of the human body, with two (2) hours of laboratory studies on the structure and function of the human body’s composite systems.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 230  and BIOL 230L  


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  • BIOL 240L - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory

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

    This laboratory course accompanies BIOL 240 and involves an investigation of the structures and functions of human organ systems covered in BIOL 240. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 230   and BIOL 230L  
    Corequisite: BIOL 240  


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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 Laboratory

    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. 


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  • BIOL 310 - Principles of Genetics

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

    A study of the fundamental concepts and principles of Mendelian genetics, cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and the application of genetic technologies, with two hour laboratory experiments and exercises designed to reinforce and deepen students’ understanding of basic concepts and principles of genetics and to provide an opportunity to obtain hands-on experimental and problem solving skills.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200   and BIOL 200L  


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  • BIOL 310L - Principles of Genetics Laboratory

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

    Lab exercises will cover topics including monohybrid and dihybrid crosses; mitosis; meiosis; application of probability and Chi-square analysis in genetics; plant root chromosome spread; inheritance of sex-linked genes; genetic mapping; DNA isolation; and PCR primer design. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200   and BIOL 200L  
    Corequisite: BIOL 310  


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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 223L  


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  • BIOL 325L - Molecular Biology Laboratory

    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


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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 141L  and CHEM 161  and CHEM 161L  


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  • BIOL 330L - Microbiology and Immunology Laboratory

    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. 


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  • BIOL 350 - Ecology

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

    A study of the interactions between organisms and their environment.
    Prerequisite:  BIOL 310  and BIOL 310L  


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  • BIOL 350L - Ecology Laboratory

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

    A study of the interactions between organisms and their environment. 
    Prerequisite:  BIOL 310  and BIOL 310L  


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  • BIOL 355 - Comparative Anatomy

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

    A comprehensive study of the anatomy of chordates, with two (2) hours of laboratory studies consisting of anatomical systems of representative chordates.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 220  and BIOL 220L  


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  • BIOL 355L - Comparative Anatomy Laboratory

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

    This laboratory course involves an investigation of the anatomical systems of representative chordates. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 220  and BIOL 220L  
    Corequisite: BIOL 355  


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  • BIOL 370 - Vertebrate Physiology

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

    A study of the functions and functional relationships of organs and organ systems of vertebrates, especially humans, with two (2) hours of laboratory studies consisting of an introduction to laboratory techniques used for studying the physiology of vertebrates.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  and BIOL 200L  


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  • BIOL 370L - Vertebrate Physiology Laboratory

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

    Two hours of laboratory studies consisting of an introduction to laboratory techniques used for studying the physiology of vertebrates. Topics include reflexes, special senses, physiology of the heart, and urinalysis. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200   and BIOL 200L  
    Corequisite: BIOL 370  


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  • BIOL 400 - Biostatistics

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

    This course will cover major principles of biostatistics. Topics include data collection, random variables and probability distributions, descriptive statistics, sampling distributions, one way and two way ANOVA, chi-square tests, multiple comparisons, and regression and correlation using R software.
    Prerequisite: MATH 130   or higher


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  • BIOL 410 - Molecular Biochemistry

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

    An introduction to the fundamentals of biochemistry for Biology majors. This course specifically focuses on topics and techniques utilized in modern molecular biology. Topics covered will include information flow within the cell, nucleic acid technologies, proteins, enzymes, and immunochemistry. It is highly recommended that students co-enroll in BIOL 410L: Molecular Biochemistry Lab.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200   and CHEM 161  and CHEM 161L  


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  • BIOL 410L - Molecular Biochemistry Laboratory

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

    Lab exercises will cover DNA amplification and manipulation, protein purification, western blots, southern blots, and immunoassays. It is highly recommended that students take this course in tandem with BIOL 410: Molecular Biochemistry.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 410


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  • BIOL 420 - Plant Physiology

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

    This course will cover physiological aspects of plant growth and development. Topics include plant water relations, mineral nutrition, respiration, photosynthesis, xylem and phloem transports, carbohydrates and lipid metabolism, hormones biosynthesis and signal transduction, secondary metabolism, response to pathogens and abiotic stresses.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 210   and BIOL 210L  and BIOL 310  and BIOL 310L  


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  • BIOL 420L - Plant Physiology Laboratory

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

    Lab exercises will cover enzyme assay, influence of light on starch production in photosynthesis, carbon fixation of photosynthesis, light reactions of photosynthesis, plant water relations, transpiration, mineral nutrition, apical dominance, and plant hormones and tissue culture.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 210   and BIOL 210L  and BIOL 310  and BIOL 310L  


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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: BIOL 310  


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  • BIOL 435 - Plant Molecular Biology

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

    The course will focus on nuclear, chloroplastic, and mitochondrial genomes structure, expression, regulation, and transposable elements. Other topics such as lipids and carbohydrates metabolism, respiration, photosynthesis, hormones biosynthesis and signal transduction, response to pathogens and abiotic stresses, mineral nutrition, senescence, cell death, some aspects of secondary metabolism will also be covered.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 210   and BIOL 210L  and BIOL 310  and BIOL 310L  


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  • BIOL 440 - Animal Development

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

    A study of principles of animal development, including cellular and tissue assembly, embryogenesis, and reconstitutive development, with two (2) hours of laboratory studies consisting of descriptive and experimental studies of the development of representative vertebrate embryos.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 370  and BIOL 370L  


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  • BIOL 440L - Animal Development Laboratory

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

    Two hours of laboratory study consisting of descriptive and experimental studies of the development of representative vertebrate embryos. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 370   and BIOL 370L  
    Corequisite: BIOL 435  


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  • BIOL 445 - Evolution

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

    A study of the history of life, evolutionary relationships among organisms, mechanisms of evolution, and speciation.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200  


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  • BIOL 450 - Plant Breeding, Genetics, and Genomics

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

    This course will cover advances in plant breeding, genetics, and genomics with applications to agriculture. Topics include principles and methods of plant breeding, construction of genetic linkage maps comprised of molecular and other genetic markers, methods for mapping genes underlying phenotypically complex traits, methods of DNA sequencing, physical mapping, genomic libraries construction, comparative genomics, and positional cloning are also discussed.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 210   and BIOL 210L  and BIOL 310  and BIOL 310L  


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  • BIOL 450L - Plant Breeding, Genetics, and Genomics Laboratory

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

    This lab will cover recent advances in plant breeding, genetics, and genomics with applications to agriculture. Lab exercises include principles and methods for constructing genetic maps comprised of molecular and other genetic markers, methods for mapping genes underlying phenotypically complex traits, methods of DNA sequencing, genomic libraries constructuion, comparative genomics, and positional cloning.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 210   and BIOL 210L  and BIOL 310  and BIOL 310L  


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  • BIOL 455 - Histology and Microtechniques

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

    A study of the microscopic anatomy of cells, tissues, and organs, embracing both morphological and physiological aspects of normal human structures, with two (2) hours of laboratory studies consisting of a introduction to histological techniques employing the use of permanently fixed and stained slides and to the preparation of tissues in a manner suitable for viewing with a compound microscope.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 370  and BIOL 370L  


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  • BIOL 470 - Introduction to Entomology

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

    A study of the evolution, anatomy, development, ecology, and systematics of insects, the role of insects as vectors of diseases; and the influences of insects on history and culture, with two (2) hours of laboratory studies in insect physiology, morphology, ecology, and behavior, and with an assigned project on the identification of local insects.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 220  and BIOL 200L  


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  • BIOL 470L - Introduction to Entomology Laboratory

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

    Laboratory studies investigate insect physiology, morphology, ecology, and behavior with an assigned project on the identification of local insects. 
    Prerequisite: BIOL 220   and BIOL 220L  
    Corequisite: BIOL 470  


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  • BIOL 485 - Introduction to Parasitology

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

    A study of the biology of parasites, their host relationships, and their importance to humankind, unicellular and multicellular parasites of human being and other animals, with two (2) hours of laboratory studies involving including both unicellular and multicellular parasites of human beings and other animals.
    Prerequisite: BIOL 200   and BIOL 200L  


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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 211L  


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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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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

    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 161L  


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  • BTCH 230 - Biotechniques II

    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  


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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 141L  and CHEM 161  and CHEM 161L  


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  • BTCH 340L - Toxicology Laboratory

    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 141L  


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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 BIOL 310  or consent of the instructor


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  • BTCH 360L - Molecular Genetics Laboratory

    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 - Biotechnology 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 Laboratory

    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 Laboratory

    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 higher


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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 higher 


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