Undergraduate Catalog 2021-2022 
    
    May 16, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


  

 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 1421 - General Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    4 hour(s)
    Fundamental life processes at the elementary level as they occur in the human being. This course does not count toward biology major or minor. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No (TCCN: BIOL 2401).
    Fee: $ 30
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • BIOL 1422 - General Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    4 hour(s)
    A continuation of BIOL 1421 . Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No (TCCN: BIOL 2402).
    Fee: $ 30
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • BIOL 2190 - Selected Issues in Biology

    1 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 2290 - Selected Issues in Biology

    2 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 2300 - Introduction to Evolution

    3 hour(s)
    Introduction to the theory of natural selection and its consequences for microevolution and macroevolution. Topics covered include co-evolution, sexual selection, group selection. There is extensive discussion of differences between creationism/intelligent design and theories about evolution, with an emphasis on the definition and characteristics of science. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Offered: Fall, Spring.

  
  • BIOL 2390 - Selected Issues in Biology

    3 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 2400 - Invertebrate Zoology

    4 hour(s)
    Survey of invertebrate animals, focusing on the major adaptations that have led to the diverse phyla found among species. Particular emphasis will be placed on the relationship between form and function. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402  or equivalents.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Odd Years

  
  • BIOL 2430 - Molecular Cellular Biology

    4 hour(s)
    An overview of cellular biology and molecular biology and an introduction to molecular genetics (with focus on the molecular basis of the relationship between genotype and phenotype). Laboratory exercises will use biotechnological methods and will require an inquiry-based approaches, troubleshooting, and analyzing experimental data. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , CHEM 1401 , MATH 1304 .
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • BIOL 2455 - General Ecology

    4 hour(s)
    An introduction to interrelations of plants and animals and the physical environment. Topics include dynamic balance in communities, development and organization of population and principles of conservation of biological resources. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402  or equivalents, or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall of Even Years, Spring.

  
  • BIOL 2490 - Selected Issues in Biology

    4 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 2590 - Selected Issues in Biology

    5 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 2690 - Selected Issues in Biology

    6 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 3100 - Seminar in Environmental Science and Sustainability Careers

    1 hour(s)
    A look at careers in environmental science and sustainability tough weekly lectures from field professionals. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
  
  • BIOL 3310 - Drugs and the Body: What You Should Know about Drugs

    3 hour(s)
    General principles of drug action in humans, emphasizing how drugs and other chemicals produce their beneficial and adverse effects, drug dependence and abuse, and a survey of some of the major classes of prescription and nonprescription drugs. Credit for this course will not fulfill Biology major requirements. May be used for biology minors. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: Advanced standing or consent of the instructor.
    Offered: Summer.

  
  • BIOL 3400 - Human Heredity

    4 hour(s)
    Study of patterns of transmission for inherited traits in the human population. Spans reproductive biology, classical genetics, and modern technological application with attention to concepts and controversies. Fulfills Content Competence ll for non-biology majors. May be used for biology minors. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: Advanced standing or consent of the instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 3413 - Vascular Plants

    4 hour(s)
    Anatomy of vascular plants; physiology including photosynthesis, translocation and regulation of growth; ecological adaptations and evolutionary relationships. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402  or equivalents, and BIOL 2455 .
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Even Years.

  
  • BIOL 3422 - Comparative Anatomy Vertebrates

    4 hour(s)
    Comparative anatomy of selected types of vertebrates with emphasis on fish, amphibian and mammal. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402 , BIOL 2455  junior standing or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • BIOL 3442 - Marine Biology

    4 hour(s)
    A survey of organisms and their adaptations to the marine environment, including those of protistans, plants and animals; physical and chemical characteristics of the deep oceans and near shore areas; laboratory and field exercises emphasizing Texas barrier island ecosystems. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402 , BIOL 2455 , junior standing or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall of Odd Years.

  
  • BIOL 3443 - Aquatic Biology

    4 hour(s)
    Organisms and freshwater ecosystems; physical, chemical and biological components of lakes and streams; impacts of human activities on aquatic environments. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402 , BIOL 2455 , junior standing or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall of Odd Years.

  
  • BIOL 3450 - Environmental Toxicology

    4 hour(s)
    Toxic compounds in the natural environment; sources, toxic action, monitoring and remediation. Absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of toxic compounds in living systems. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402 , CHEM 1401 , CHEM 1402 , BIOL 2455 , junior standing or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall of Even Years.

  
  • BIOL 3457 - Organ Physiology

    4 hour(s)
    A broad examination of physiological processes as they occur within organ systems of the human body. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402  or equivalents.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • BIOL 3462 - Genetics

    4 hour(s)
    Principles and theories of heredity in their relation to organic life. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402 , CHEM 1401 , CHEM 1402  and MATH 1304  or MATH 1411  .
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall of Odd Years.

  
  • BIOL 3463 - Biology of Reproduction

    4 hour(s)
    Survey of reproductive strategies, behavior, and physiological mechanisms, including biotechnological advances that result in successful reproduction among plants and animals with emphasis on vertebrates. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402 , or equivalent, BIOL 2455  and junior standing.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Odd Years.

  
  • BIOL 3465 - Evolution

    4 hour(s)
    Introduction to the theory of natural selection and its consequences for microevolution and macroevolution. Topics covered include population genetics, co-evolution, sexual selection, and group selection. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402  , or equivalent.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Even Years.

  
  • BIOL 3481 - General Microbiology

    4 hour(s)
    Bacteria and other microorganisms, their morphology, taxonomy, ecology, physiology and pathogenesis; various types of media and staining techniques used for identification. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401  , BIOL 1402 , CHEM 1401 , CHEM 1402  , or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • BIOL 4180 - Selected Topics in Biology

    1 hour(s)
    Intensive study of a specified subject. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 4280 - Selected Topics in Biology

    2 hour(s)
    Intensive study of a specified subject. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 4380 - Selected Topics in Biology

    3 hour(s)
    Intensive study of a specified subject. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 4421 - Development Biology

    4 hour(s)
    Principal features of development in sexually reproducing organisms and their underlying molecular mechanisms; laboratories include descriptive and experimental investigations. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402 , BIOL 3462 .
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 4423 - Microscopic Anatomy

    4 hour(s)
    Morphology of mammalian cells, tissues and organs studied at the microscopic level, emphasizing relationships between structure and function. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , BIOL 1402 .
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Odd Years.

  
  • BIOL 4451 - Biochemistry l

    4 hour(s)
    Overview of biomolecules and biochemical processes with emphasis on intermediary metabolism. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Same as CHEM 4451 . Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , CHEM 2411 , or consent of instructor
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • BIOL 4480 - Selected Topics in Biology

    4 hour(s)
    Intensive study of a specified subject. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 4481 - Research and Writing

    4 hour(s)
    Methodology and philosophy involved in design of biological research projects. Statistical inference, research design, background research, interpretation of scientific papers, data presentation, and scientific writing. Prepares students to conduct independent research projects and to write technical documents (e.g., grant proposals, scientific reviews, professional reports) in the biological sciences. Satisfies requirement for integrative summative experience in biology. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: 24 semester hours of biology.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • BIOL 4490 - Environmental Science Internship

    4 hour(s)
    Faculty supervised off-campus training in cooperating firms and government agencies. Research and written reports required. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: Senior standing; completion of at least 40 semester hours in Environmental Science curriculum.
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 5101 - Problems in Biology

    1 hour(s)
    Individualized intensive study of selected laboratory problems in advanced biology. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisites: 20 semester hours of biology and consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 5201 - Problems in Biology

    2 hour(s)
    Individualized intensive study of selected laboratory problems in advanced biology. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisites: 20 semester hours of biology and consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 5301 - Problems in Biology

    3 hour(s)
    Individualized intensive study of selected laboratory problems in advanced biology. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisites: 20 semester hours of biology and consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 5401 - Problems in Biology

    4 hour(s)
    Individualized intensive study of selected laboratory problems in advanced biology. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisites: 20 semester hours of biology and consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • BIOL 5493 - Introduction to Pharmacology

    4 hour(s)
    General principles of the interactions between living organisms and drugs, including dosage, absorption, distribution, metabolism, toxicity and drug dependence; drugs affecting the cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, and central and autonomic nervous systems emphasized. Six lecture or laboratory hours per week. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 3457 , CHEM 1401 , CHEM 1402 , junior standing, or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Even Years.


Business Administration

  
  • BADM 1307 - Personal Finance

    3 hour(s)
    An introduction to managing your money in the 21st century. Potential money management issues include: personal financial planning and record keeping, budgeting, banking and credit, personal taxes, financing major expenditures (e.g. education, home, vehicle) savings, insurance, markets and investments. Students will use current personal finance software. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
  
  • BADM 2190 - Selected Issues in Business Administration

    1 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 2290 - Selected Issues in Business Administration

    2 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 2390 - Selected Issues in Business Administration

    3 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 2490 - Selected Issues in Business Administration

    4 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 2590 - Selected Issues in Business Administration

    5 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 2690 - Selected Issues in Business Administration

    6 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 2790 - Selected Issues in Business Administration

    7 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 2890 - Selected Issues in Business Administration

    8 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 2990 - Selected Issues in Business Administration

    9 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 3311 - Project Management

    3 hour(s)
    Study of the principles of project management in modern organizations. Subjects include work breakdown structures (WBS), critical path methods (CPM), resource allocations, PERT charts, Gantt charts, project earned value, budgeted cost of work scheduled (BCWS), budgeted cost of work performed (BCWP), and actual cost of work performed (ACWP) as they apply to project management. Using a desktop computer with current project management software, students will solve individual and organization wide problems. Includes supervised structured laboratory exercises. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: CISS 1310 .
    Fee: $ 15
  
  • BADM 3318 - Business Analytics l

    3 hour(s)
    Application with descriptive statistics and their presentation, inferential statistics and their interpretations, and linear programing and its analysis. Students will learn and use Access, Excel, and Solver for the applications. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • BADM 3343 - Research Methods

    3 hour(s)
    Designed to integrate knowledge from other disciplines into applied research by examining the theoretical foundation of research and their applications to business processes. It examines the nature, scope and importance of business research and research methodology; sources of information, methods of presentation, analysis and interpretation of statistical data into a structured free enterprise project. The research process is specifically addressed. Emphasis is placed on financial, economic, accounting and other quantitative applications with business development execution. The course includes individual and group investigations and reports written on problems of current business interests. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: ACCT 2311 , ACCT 2312 , ECON 2301 , ECON 2302 , 3 semester hours in statistics.
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • BADM 3351 - International Business

    3 hour(s)
    Surveys the basic issues of international business. Topics surveyed include: contrasting cultural, economic, financial, legal-regulatory, political, social, technological and trade environments; multinational firms, including direct foreign investment and country evaluation; and the management of international operations. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Offered: Fall, Summer.

  
  • BADM 3361 - Professional Technical Communication

    3 hour(s)
    This course covers strategies for successful planning, research, and presenting of formal and informal business messages. Emphasis is placed on professional and technical communication techniques, such as report writing, professional speaking, group conversation, resume writing, professional telephone communication, proper use of electronic communication, etc. The course also emphasizes effective customer service, media relations, and building a professional business portfolio. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: ENGL 1314 .
    Offered: Spring, Summer.

  
  • BADM 3362 - Legal Concepts of Business I

    3 hour(s)
    Legal and ethical framework in which business operates including the nature and source of law, the role of law in society, the court system, regulatory law, the trial process and its alternatives, torts, contract law, sales, commercial paper, products liability, Uniform Commercial Code and international law. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Offered: Fall, Summer.

  
  • BADM 3363 - Legal Concepts of Business II

    3 hour(s)
    Legal policies and ethical implications impacting business decision makers in the areas of agency, partnerships, corporations, wills, trusts and estates, property law, bankruptcy, antitrust, federal securities law, consumer law, international law and professional liability. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: ACCT 2311 , ACCT 2312 , ECON 2301 , ECON 2302 , BADM 3362 .
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • BADM 4194 - Study Tour in Business Administration

    1 hour(s)
    Observation of business firms, discussions with business executives and government officials; prior background reading, orientation and approval of project required; analysis and reports. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 4294 - Study Tour in Business Administration

    2 hour(s)
    Observation of business firms, discussions with business executives and government officials; prior background reading, orientation and approval of project required; analysis and reports. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 4318 - Business Analytics II

    3 hour(s)
    Applying best methods as scientific tools in the analysis of business problems. Examining big data with statistical inferences, linear programing, and modeling.  Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: BADM 3318  with a grade of “C-” or better.
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • BADM 4391 - Business Administration Internship

    3 hour(s)
    A practice-based learning opportunity, with a business, governmental, or non-profit employer supervised by a sponsoring faculty member. Research and written reports required. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: ACCT 2311 , ACCT 2312 , ECON 2301 , ECON 2302 , CISS 1310 , MGMT 3350 , faculty approval and completion of an approved Academic Internship Learning Plan.
  
  • BADM 4393 - Special Studies in Administration

    3 hour(s)
    In-depth study of a specialized topic chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisites:ACCT 2311 , ACCT 2312 , ECON 2301 , ECON 2302 , CISS 1310 .
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • BADM 4394 - Study Tour in Business Administration

    3 hour(s)
    Observation of business firms, discussions with business executives and government officials; prior background reading, orientation and approval of project required; analysis and reports. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 4494 - Study Tour in Business Administration

    4 hour(s)
    Observation of business firms, discussions with business executives and government officials; prior background reading, orientation and approval of project required; analysis and reports. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 4594 - Study Tour in Business Administration

    5 hour(s)
    Observation of business firms, discussions with business executives and government officials; prior background reading, orientation and approval of project required; analysis and reports. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
  
  • BADM 4694 - Study Tour in Business Administration

    6 hour(s)
    Observation of business firms, discussions with business executives and government officials; prior background reading, orientation and approval of project required; analysis and reports. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1400 - Introduction to Chemistry

    4 hour(s)
    For non-science majors; an overview of the development of chemistry with emphasis on scientific approaches; applications of chemistry in today’s world. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Fee: $ 30
  
  • CHEM 1401 - General Chemistry I

    4 hour(s)
    Structure and states of matter, chemical reaction stoichiometry, acid-base and oxidation-reduction reactions.  Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No (TCCN: CHEM 1411).
    Prerequisite: Completion of any pre-college math requirements.
    Fee: $ 30
    Fall.

  
  • CHEM 1402 - General Chemistry II

    4 hour(s)
    Chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics and kinetics; electrochemistry; descriptive inorganic chemistry. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No (TCCN: CHEM 1412).
    Prerequisite: CHEM 1401  with at least a grade of C.
    Fee: $ 30
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • CHEM 2190 - Selected Issues in Chemistry

    1 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 30
  
  • CHEM 2290 - Selected Issues in Chemistry

    2 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 30
  
  • CHEM 2390 - Selected Issues in Chemistry

    3 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 30
  
  • CHEM 2411 - Organic Chemistry I

    4 hour(s)
    Structure, including stereochemistry, and reactions of hydrocarbons and alcohols including nucleophilic substitution and electrophilic aromatic substitution. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: CHEM 1402  with at least a grade of C.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • CHEM 2412 - Organic Chemistry II

    4 hour(s)
    Structure spectroscopy and reactions of functional groups. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: CHEM 2411  with at least a grade of C.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • CHEM 2490 - Selected Issues in Chemistry

    4 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 30
  
  • CHEM 2590 - Selected Issues in Chemistry

    5 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 30
  
  • CHEM 2690 - Selected Issues in Chemistry

    6 hour(s)
    Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Fee: $ 30
  
  • CHEM 3180 - Selected Topics in Chemistry

    1 hour(s)
    In-depth study of specialized subject. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: Junior standing in chemistry or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: by independent study.

  
  • CHEM 3260 - Undergraduate Research

    2 hour(s)
    Intensive study of a selected research problem undertaken individually with supervision. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of chemistry beyond the 1000 level and consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Independent study.

  
  • CHEM 3280 - Selected Topics in Chemistry

    2 hour(s)
    In-depth study of specialized subject. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: Junior standing in chemistry or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: by independent study.

  
  • CHEM 3360 - Undergraduate Research

    3 hour(s)
    Intensive study of a selected research problem undertaken individually with supervision. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of chemistry beyond the 1000 level and consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Independent study.

  
  • CHEM 3380 - Selected Topics in Chemistry

    3 hour(s)
    In-depth study of specialized subject. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: Junior standing in chemistry or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: by independent study.

  
  • CHEM 3421 - Analytical Chemistry

    4 hour(s)
    Gravimetric, volumetric, and introduction to comatographic, and UV/visible spectroscopic methods of analysis. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: CHEM 1402  with at least a grade of C.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • CHEM 3422 - Instrumental Analysis

    4 hour(s)
    Experimental design techniques and approaches for current analytical problems utilizing chemical instrumentation. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: CHEM 3421  with at least a grade of C.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • CHEM 3460 - Undergraduate Research

    4 hour(s)
    Intensive study of a selected research problem undertaken individually with supervision. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: Yes
    Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of chemistry beyond the 1000 level and consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Independent study.

  
  • CHEM 4431 - Physical Chemistry I

    4 hour(s)
    States of matter, thermodynamics and thermochemistry, and kinetics. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: 12 hours in chemistry, PHYS 1402 , MATH 2413 .
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Fall of Even Years.

  
  • CHEM 4432 - Physical Chemistry II

    4 hour(s)
    Quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, atomic and molecular structure. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: CHEM 4431  with at least a grade of C.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Odd Years.

  
  • CHEM 4440 - Inorganic Chemistry

    4 hour(s)
    Modern aspects of inorganic chemistry including symmetry, group theory, spectroscopy, reaction mechanisms, and transition metal and organometallic chemistry. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: 12 semester hours in chemistry.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Even Years.

  
  • CHEM 4441 - Advanced Organic Chemistry

    4 hour(s)
    Bonding, reaction intermediates, determination of mechanisms, effects of structure on reactivity, and spectrophotometric. Topics include modern methods for the synthesis and purification of small biomolecules and how bioinformatics, functional genomics, and other modern biotechnologies are used to speed the discovery and synthesis of new small organic molecules to treat human diseases with large unmet therapeutic need. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: CHEM 2412  with at least a grade of C.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Even Years.

  
  • CHEM 4451 - Biochemistry I

    4 hour(s)
    Overview of biomolecules and biochemical processes with emphasis on intermediary metabolism. Same as BIOL 4451 . Consists of lecture and laboratory. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1401 , CHEM 2411 , or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • CHEM 4452 - Biochemistry II

    4 hour(s)
    In-depth study of the mechanisms and kinetics of enzymes; structure and biotransformations of proteins; and the structural variations in nucleic acids. Consists of lecture and laboratory. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: CHEM 4451  with at least a grade of C.
    Fee: $ 40
  
  • CHEM 4460 - Chemical Biology

    4 hour(s)
    Explores how scientific work in chemistry led to fundamental understanding of an ability to manipulate biological processes. Emphasis is placed on chemical design and synthesis as well as biological evaluation and utility. Content based on scientific literature readings. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: CHEM 2412 , BIOL 2430 .
    Fee: $ 40
    Offered: Spring of Odd Years.


Communication Arts (Mass Communication)

  
  • COMM 2130 - Portfolio I

    1 hour(s)
    Introductory workshop on requirements and techniques for developing a Mass Communication portfolio.  Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: 15 hours in COMM or consent of instructor.
    Offered: As Needed.

  
  • COMM 2301 - Introduction to Mass Media

    3 hour(s)
    History and process of mass communication; types of print and non-print media (including newspapers, magazines, books, cinema, radio, television); impact and control; media support systems (including advertising, public relations, news industry, music industry, auxiliary services); technological advances and future prospects. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No (TCCN: COMM 1307).
    Prerequisite: ENGL 1313  or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 5
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • COMM 2310 - Introduction to Film

    3 hour(s)
    Exploration of cinematic medium as an art form; study of the technical elements which create the language of film; critiques of selected classic and contemporary films. Film-viewing lab required. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: ENGL 1313  or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $ 10
    Offered: Spring.

  
  • COMM 2319 - Producing for Film/Tv/Theater

    3 hour(s)
    Fundamentals of producing films, television programs and stage productions from pre-production and production to distribution and exhibition. Emphasis on producer’s role as project developer, fundraiser, and supervisor. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Offered: Fall of Odd Years.

  
  • COMM 2330 - Newsgathering

    3 hour(s)
    Basic principles of journalism with an emphasis on the fundamentals of newsgathering across all media platforms. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: ENGL 1313  or consent of instructor.
  
  • COMM 2337 - Digital Film Production I

    3 hour(s)
    Beginning digital film production workshop. Emphasis on documentary and narrative video production. Students are required to produce, direct, and edit at least two narrative productions and two documentary productions 5-10 minutes in length and one narrative and one documentary production 10-15 minutes in length. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Fee: $ 20
    Offered: Spring of Even Years.

  
  • COMM 2340 - Media Law

    3 hour(s)
    Study of U.S. law as it applies to specific issues in mass media and journalism, such as libel, invasion of privacy, protection of sources, freedom of expression. Also examines specific regulation regarding obscene material, copyright protection, advertising, consent, and telecommunications. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisites: ENGL 1313  or consent of instructor.
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • COMM 2348 - Audio Production

    3 hour(s)
    Basics of audio terminology and production, including audio sound editing, mixing, and recording, with an emphasis on podcasting, dubbing, and audio studio/location recording. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Fee: $ 30
    Offered: Fall.

  
  • COMM 2353 - Media Ethics

    3 hour(s)
    Study of ethical standards in media. Includes areas such as deceptive practices, conflicts of interest, invasion of privacy, propaganda, sensationalism. Grading Basis: Letter Grade Repeatable for credit: No
    Prerequisite: ENGL 1313  or consent of instructor.
    Offered: Fall.

 

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