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2017-18 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

 
 

Business Administration
  

  • BA 535 - Direct Marketing

    4 credits
    Advanced course in techniques and practices of one-to-one marketing to end-user consumers and businesses, including catalog, telemarketing, and direct mail. Includes Customer Relationship Management (CRM), advertising, database management, distribution or fulfillment, and measurements of performance and customer value. Also covers direct marketing for nonprofit organizations. Uses local direct marketing companies as examples. Open to non-admitted business students and non-business majors. Applies to the Certificate in Interactive Marketing and E-Commerce (CIMeC). Prerequisite(s): BA 330  or instructor consent.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 536 - Internet Marketing and E-Commerce

    4 credits
    Advanced course in marketing goods and services in cyberspace. Extends the database development and relationship marketing skills taught in BA 435  to e-commerce and the Internet. Subjects include the increasing trend toward one-to-one marketing, Internet infrastructure, digital technology, the potential for building powerful online communities, personalization, online advertising, brand-building, product development, online pricing, customer support, transaction processing, and fulfillment. Uses local Internet marketing companies and dotcom cases as examples. Open to non-admitted business students and non-business majors. Applies to the Certificate in Interactive Marketing and E-Commerce (CIMeC).
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 541 - Marketing Channels Management and Pricing Strategy

    4 credits
    Covers the formulation of channel objectives and strategies, along with the appropriate tactics, policies, and practices. Emphasizes factors to consider when choosing channel intermediaries and the elements involved in an effective physical distribution system. Addresses marketing functions commonly assigned to or shared with intermediaries and issues pertaining to inventory distribution and control, order processing, customer service, and the establishment of cost-effective transportation systems. Pricing strategy includes the rationale for setting prices for products at all points in the product life cycle. Includes analysis of discount strategies. Particular emphasis is on a total system approach viewed from a managerial perspective with practical business applications.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 544 - Product Policy

    4 credits
    Analyzes the processes, organizational interactions, and strategic concepts governing the development of new products and services. Involves the formation of rough ideas through market and financial analysis for the development and marketing of a product. Includes strategies and tactics for managing products over the entire lifecycle.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 545 - Business Marketing

    4 credits
    Examines the significant differences between marketing to industrial organizations and consumer retailing. Focuses on industrial buying practices, market segmentation techniques, formation of an effective marketing mix, and the impact of technology and innovation on marketing strategy.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 546 - Retail Management

    4 credits
    Examines market strategy planning for retail management. Major emphasis is on small- to medium-sized retail business plans. Discusses retail management case problems.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 547 - International Marketing

    4 credits
    Examines the managerial marketing policies and practices of firms marketing their products and services in foreign countries. Provides an analytical survey of institutions, functions, policies, and practices in international marketing. Emphasizes marketing activities as they relate to market structure and the marketing environment.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 550 - Using GIS in Business

    4 credits
    Explores Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as an emerging technology/science over the last three decades and how this technology can and has been used to improve business decision making. Primarily the course examines the marrying of geographic information to data and thus how that substantially changes and improves the ability to compile evidence, construct arguments and therefore improve decision making. While business is the primary focus, the course helps students understand how GIS has had and is having a profound impact in government and nonprofits as well.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 551 - Cost and Management Accounting

    4 credits
    A comprehensive study of the development, presentation, and interpretation of cost information for management. Emphasizes cost behavior and control, standard costs, and cost accounting systems. Prerequisite(s): BA 213 .
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 553 - Individual Taxation

    4 credits
    Provides an overview of federal taxation. Emphasizes the taxation of individuals and sole proprietorships.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 554 - Accounting Information Systems

    4 credits
    Examines systems used for the accumulation, classification, processing, analysis, and reporting of accounting data, including the controls necessary for information security, data integrity, and system auditability. Extensive use of computer applications.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 555 - Auditing I

    4 credits
    Studies the auditing theory and standards followed by certified public accountants when examining the financial statements of business organizations. Covers the environment, objectives, and professional nature of auditing and the concepts of testing, sampling, evidence collection, and reporting. Prerequisite(s): BA 454  or BA 554  .
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 556 - Auditing II

    4 credits
    Continues the study of auditing theory and standards. Includes practical application of auditing concepts and procedures; preparation of audit programs, work papers, and reports; and computerized applications for the examination of financial statements. Prerequisite(s): BA 455  or BA 555.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 557 - Taxation of Corporations and Other Entities

    4 credits
    Covers tax reporting, as well as planning and research in the areas of corporate, partnership, estate/gift, and taxation of other entities not covered in BA 453/BA 553.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 558 - Consolidation and Segment Reporting

    4 credits
    Emphasizes accounting for mergers and acquisitions and the preparation of consolidated financial statements. Also includes segment and interim financial reporting. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 559 - Financial Analysis and Advanced Accounting

    4 credits
    Topics include accounting for foreign currency transactions, accounting for partnerships, and accounting for bankruptcy. Students also perform comprehensive financial analysis of corporate forms 10-K. Prerequisite(s):  BA 351 , BA 352  .
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 560A - Nonprofit Accounting and Financial Management

    4 credits
    Focuses on the theory and practice of accounting and financial management for not-for-profit organizations. Helps students learn about the nature and responsibilities of financial management in the nonprofit sector. Studies accrual, modified accrual, and cash-basis accounting systems, as well as the use of fund accounting. Emphasizes understanding and interpretation of nonprofit financial statements, risk management, and the importance of financials in managing an organization and nonprofit board. For accounting majors only. Prerequisite(s): BA 351  .
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 560B - Nonprofit Accounting and Financial Management

    4 credits
    Focuses on the theory and practice of accounting and financial management for not-for-profit organizations. Helps students learn about the nature and responsibilities of financial management in the nonprofit sector. Studies accrual, cash, and fund accounting. Explores strategies to present budgets to the board of directors. Emphasizes understanding and interpretation of nonprofit financial statements, risk management, the art of building budgets, and the importance of financials in managing an organization and nonprofit board. Open to all majors.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 562 - Nonprofit Program Evaluation

    4 credits
    Working with a nonprofit organization, students will develop skills in formative and summative program evaluation.  Components will include articulating background, rationale and purpose of the evaluation; developing key questions for program effectiveness; learning and applying a framework for research methods; analyzing data; and reporting the findings of the analysis.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 565A - CPA Review I

    2 credits
    Reviews the information found on one part of the CPA exam. Emphasizes learning through preparation and practice. Provides context for sitting for the CPA examination, including practice with multiple choice questions as well as simulation problems. Prerequisite(s): BA 351  , BA 352  , and BA 455  or BA 555  .
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 565B - CPA Review II

    2 credits
    Reviews the information found on one part of the CPA exam. Emphasizes learning through preparation and practice. Provides context for sitting for the CPA examination, including practice with multiple choice questions as well as simulation problems. Prerequisite(s): BA 351  , BA 352  , and BA 455  or BA 555  .
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 568 - Building a Nonprofit Brand

    4 credits
    Introduces brand raising, an important communications, fundraising and marketing tool to raising the profile and success of a nonprofit.  The course will offer detailed and practical guidance for building a recognizable and meaningful brand and developing a comprehensive and multi-level communications strategy. Students will learn how to articulate an organizational profile, develop a solid identity, conduct smart outreach and measure effectiveness.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 570 - Financial Markets and Institutions

    4 credits
    Focuses on depository institutions and the financial markets in which they operate. Major topics include the level, risk, and term structure of interest rates, debt and mortgage markets, bank operations, and techniques of modern financial institutions management.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 571 - Financial Management

    4 credits
    Students use case study methods as they apply the tools and techniques developed in Principles of Finance to solve multifaceted corporate financial problems. Case studies may involve capital budgeting, cost of capital, dividend and investment decisions, mergers and acquisitions, or multinational corporate financial decision making. Prerequisite(s): Prior coursework in finance, or instructor consent.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 572 - Investments

    4 credits
    Analyzes investment instruments such as stocks, mutual funds, options, and other investment vehicles. Investigates the risk/return relationship and other aspects of modern portfolio theory. Also investigates efficient markets and basic stock analysis and valuation.  Prerequisite(s): Prior coursework in finance or instructor’s permission.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 573 - International Financial Management

    4 credits
    Applies financial management concepts to investment, financing, and managerial control decisions undertaken by multinational firms. Emphasizes the institutional environment of monetary arrangements, financial intermediary organizations, and balance of payment considerations that affect the international flow of capital.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 576 - Business Ethics

    4 credits
    Provides a value analysis of the role of business and personal ethics in the organizational environment. Students are exposed to ethical theories, diverse economic systems, contemporary moral issues, actual cases, and concepts of justice and social responsibility. Open to non-admitted business students and non-business majors.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 577 - International Business

    4 credits
    Introduces the international business environment. Discusses trade practices, foreign markets, public and private international institutions, and economic policies with emphasis on the diversity and management of multinational and international businesses.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 578 - Corporate Law

    4 credits
    Studies the various forms of business formation, from sole proprietorships and partnerships (general and limited) to joint ventures and corporations. Explores the pros and cons of using each, including liability and risk considerations. Also covers agency law, principal and agent liability, shareholder rights, officer and director liability, and alternative dispute resolution (i.e., mediation and arbitration).
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 579 - Small Business Start-up and Management

    4 credits
    Surveys start-up, operational, and special issues particular to small and new enterprises. Emphasizes the assessment of critical factors that lead to successful entrepreneurship. Students apply their learning to a personal business plan.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 580 - Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations

    4 credits
    Introduces the important social, political, and economic aspects of organizations in the third or “independent” sector. As neither government nor business, the nonprofit sector is a vital part of the national and international economy.  The course will consider the essential elements that makes a non-profit effective:  Governance, Legal Framework, Strategic Leadership, Innovation and Capacity, Fund Development, Accountability and Evaluation.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 581 - Principles of Human Resource Management

    4 credits
    Examines the personnel function and its relationship to the objectives of the organization. Analyzes personnel issues in selection, appraisal, and development of the work force. Surveys traditional administrative functions and trends in personnel management, including compensation and benefits, affirmative action, and grievance handling.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 583 - Sustainability Leadership

    4 credits
    Explores organizational leadership from various perspectives on organizational sustainability, including alternative transportation, waste reduction, renewable energy, green building, corporate social responsibility, fair trade, localization, community finance, and other emerging sustainable business practices. Examines important concepts, principles, and frameworks relating to the sustainability movement, including natural capitalism, triple-bottom-line, and the three E’s of sustainability (economy, environment, and equity). Specific emphasis on each student’s specific organizational context and future leadership goals.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 584 - Business Information Systems: Analysis and Design

    4 credits
    Reviews the theory and practice of information systems development, with an emphasis on modeling of business processes, development of decision support tools, user interface design, and usability testing. Prerequisite(s): BA 382 .
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 585 - Compensation Management

    4 credits
    Reviews the managerial, social, and economic issues related to the payment of benefits, wages, and salaries in business organizations. Special attention is paid to tradition and inertia, competitive market theory, engineering economics, cost accounting information, and equity determinants of compensation policy. Covers applicable federal and state legislation. Demonstrates computer-assisted decision making.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 586 - Strategic Staffing

    4 credits
    Introduces the components of a fully integrated strategic staffing approach. Researches and explores key segments of an essential system used in successful organizational planning and development. Covers applicable federal and state legislation and their impact within organizations.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 587 - Property and Casualty Risk Management

    4 credits
    Explores issues, programs, trends, costs, and analytical techniques that impact an organization’s insurance and safety needs. Covers risk analysis, employment benefit plans, laws and regulations, liability exposure, health enhancement, and safety management. Practitioner-taught.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 588 - Fundamentals of Project Management

    4 credits
    Provides a foundation for managing projects of all sizes for any type of organization. Covers the five traditional phases of project management and includes assessments to prepare the individual, organization, and team for project management. Introduces students to project management software and provides templates. Students apply concepts in a term project.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 590 - Case Studies in Corporate Sustainability

    4 credits
    Introduces students to a variety of contemporary organizational case studies in sustainable business. Familiarizes students with many of the corporate leaders who are at the forefront of the sustainable business movement. In addition to case studies covered in class, students are required to research and present an in-depth case study on an organization or particular area of interest in the sustainable business movement.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BA 592 - Working with Emotional Intelligence

    4 credits
    Introduces the emotional intelligence core competencies identified by Daniel Goleman and how to apply them in a leadership role. Includes theory, experiential, and application activities that incorporate the emotional intelligence framework to resolve conflicts, promote successful outcomes, and lead with authenticity. Explores self and builds to social awareness through weekly reflections, class dialogue, and practice using current life situations. Sharpens emotional intelligence skills to enhance relationships with self, family, friends, and co-workers while strengthening leadership skills. Practices can be applied immediately in both personal and professional arenas.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 596 - Building Decision-Making and Business Analysis Models Using Excel

    4 credits
    Develops advanced Excel skills in designing and developing decision models in business analysis. Students apply advanced Excel functions and procedures in developing interactive business decision making models and tools for use in the areas of finance, accounting, operations management and management science.

    This course is suitable for students who have successfully completed most of the core courses in finance, operations management, and accounting in their respective programs. Students must be functionally skilled using more advanced Excel functions. Students who simply have basic working knowledge of Excel will need to do some pre-term Excel preparation. Pre-term course modules and how-to videos will be provided via Moodle course for students who need to brush up on the basics of Excel.
    Graded (A-F) only.
  

  • BA 597 - Advanced MIS: Business Analytics

    4 credits
    Advanced course in management information systems with an emphasis on the use of business analytics to drive decisions and actions. Hands-on exercises and projects illustrate and promote further understanding of the topics. Includes SQL querying, data presentation, and data visualization techniques. Prerequisite(s): BA 382 .
    Graded (A-F) only

Biology
  

  • BI 101 - General Biology: Cells

    4 credits
    Intended for non-biology majors. Examines the organization of cells, including their composition and structure, energy-trapping and use, information storage, and cell division. Three hours of lecture and one 2-hour laboratory, or hybrid with online lecture and face-to-face laboratory, or online. Approved for University Studies (Explorations-Strand G-Sciences). Corequisite(s): BI 101L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 101L - General Biology: Cells Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 101 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 102 - General Biology: Organisms

    4 credits
    Intended for non-biology majors. Addresses the organization and function of multicellular organisms, with an emphasis on humans or other organisms. Three hours of lecture and one 2-hour laboratory. Approved for University Studies (Explorations). Corequisite(s): BI 102L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 102L - General Biology: Organisms Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 102 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 103 - General Biology: Populations

    4 credits
    Intended for non-biology majors. Covers the organization of populations, including Mendelian inheritance, adaptation to the environment, evolution, population growth, communities, ecosystems, and pollution. Three hours of lecture and one 2-hour laboratory. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand G - Sciences). Corequisite(s): BI 103L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 103L - General Biology: Populations Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 103 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 199 - Special Studies

    1 to 18 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 209 - Practicum

    1 to 6 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 210 - Topics in Biology

    1 to 4 credits
    Intended for non-biology majors. Topics on contemporary society and current biology issues are chosen on the basis of their relevance to other disciplines. Lecture, discussion, and/or laboratory as deemed suitable for the topic. May not be used to meet biology major requirements. Credit determined by topic. Repeatable. Corequisite(s): BI 210L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 210L - Topics in Biology Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 210 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 211 - Principles of Biology: Molecules, Cells, and Genes

    5 credits
    Introductory course intended for biology and other science majors. Covers biological molecules, cell structure and function, and genetics. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand G - Sciences). Corequisite(s): BI 211L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 211L - Principles of Biology: Molecules, Cells, and Genes Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 211 .
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BI 212 - Principles of Biology: Evolution and Diversity

    5 credits
    Introductory course intended for biology and other science majors. Explores the mechanisms and results of evolution, including a survey of organism diversity. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand G - Sciences). Prerequisite(s): BI 211 . Corequisite(s): BI 212L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 212L - Principles of Biology: Evolution and Diversity Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 212 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 213 - Principles of Biology: Function and Ecology of Organisms

    5 credits
    Introductory course intended for biology and other science majors. Covers organismal function or plants and animals and ecological processes. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand G - Sciences). Prerequisite(s): BI 211 , BI 212  . Corequisite(s): BI 213L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 213L - Principles of Biology: Function and Ecology of Organisms Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 213 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 214 - Elementary Microbiology

    5 credits
    Intended for students interested in careers in chiropractic medicine, dental hygiene, medical technology, nursing, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. Studies the general characteristics of microorganisms that cause disease and the factors involved in host resistance to disease. Includes principles of disease causation and diagnosis, epidemiology, and prevention and treatment of infectious diseases. Two 75-minute lectures and two 80-minute laboratories. Corequisite(s): BI 214L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 214L - Elementary Microbiology Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 214 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 231 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    4 credits
    Introduces human structure and function, with a study of skeletal, muscular, and respiratory systems. Two 75-minute lectures, one 1-hour recitation, and one 2-hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): One year of a biological science or consent of instructor. Corequisite(s): BI 231L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 231L - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 231 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 232 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    4 credits
    Continues study of the systems of the human body and their structure and function, including nervous, endocrine, and circulatory, systems. Two 75-minute lectures, one 1-hour recitation, and one 2-hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): BI 231  . Corequisite(s): BI 232L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 232L - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 232 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 233 - Human Anatomy and Physiology III

    4 credits
    Continues study of the systems of the human body and their structure and function, including digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Two 75-minute lectures, one 1-hour recitation, and one 2-hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): BI 231  and BI 232  . Corequisite(s): BI 233L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 233L - Human Anatomy and Physiology III Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 233 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 314 - Comparative Animal Physiology

    5 credits
    Comparative study of respiration, circulation, digestion, energetics, and thermoregulation. Emphasizes general physiological principles and uses physical and mathematical approaches applicable to all animals. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): BI 211 , BI 212 , BI 213  and one year of general chemistry Corequisite(s): BI 314L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 314L - Comparative Animal Physiology Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 314 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 317 - Vertebrate Natural History

    4 credits
    Examines the systematics, distribution, behavior, dormancy, population movements, population dynamics, and ecology of vertebrates. Laboratory emphasizes field studies and identification. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory. Required weekend field trips. Prerequisite(s): BI 211 , BI 212 , BI 213 .  Corequisite(s): BI 317L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 317L - Vertebrate Natural History Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 317 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 318 - Invertebrate Natural History

    3 credits
    Introduces invertebrates, with an emphasis on the natural history, structure, classification, and ecological importance of major phyla-including sponges, cnidarians, annelids, molluscs, and arthropods. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite(s): BI 211 , BI 212 ,  . Corequisite(s): BI 318L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 318L - Invertebrate Natural History Laboratory

    2 credits
    Includes examination of preserved and living specimens for comparison of anatomical structures, systems, and behavior across invertebrate phyla. One required overnight field trip. One 1-hour recitation and one 3-hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): BI 211  , BI 212  , BI 213  .   Corequisite(s): BI 318  .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 330 - Topics in Biology

    1 to 4 credits
    Intended for non-biology majors. Topics on contemporary society and current biology issues are chosen on the basis of their relevance to other disciplines. Lecture, discussion, and/or laboratory as deemed suitable for the topic. May not be used to meet biology major requirements, except in Biology Biomedical Science option. Credit determined by topic. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above. Additional prerequisites and corequisites determined by topic.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 331 - Plant Physiology

    5 credits
    Examines the metabolic activities of plants. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): BI 211 , BI 212 , BI 213 ; CH 221  , CH 222  , CH 223  (formerly CH 201, 202, 203). Corequisite(s): BI 331L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 331L - Plant Physiology Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 331 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 340 - Introductory Ecology

    4 credits
    Covers the interactions of organisms with their environments and each other, as well as population dynamics, biological communities, and ecosystem functions. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): BI 212 and BI 213 ; or ES 102 ;or ES 111 and ES 112 . Corequisite(s): BI 340L . (Cross-listed with ES 340 .)
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 340L - Introductory Ecology Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 340 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 341 - Genetics

    4 credits
    Includes classical and modern molecular analysis of the structure, function, and evolution of genes and genomes at the molecular, cellular, organismal, and population levels. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): BI 211 , BI 212 , BI 213 ; CH 221 , CH 222 . Corequisite(s): BI 341L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 341L - Genetics Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 341 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 342 - Cell Biology

    5 credits
    Examines cell and molecular biology with an emphasis on experimental cell biology. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory. Prerequisite(s): BI 341 . Corequisite(s): BI 342L .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 342L - Cell Biology Laboratory

    0 credits
    Corresponding lab for BI 342 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 346 - Biogeochemistry

    4 credits
    Explores chemical principles that link biological and geological processes on regional and global scales. Examines the environmental chemistry and cycles of nutrients, carbon and water in the atmosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere. Covers current issues in global change, pollution and risk assessment. Prerequisite(s): BI 211 , BI 212 , BI 213  and CH 221 , CH 222 , CH 223 . Sophomore standing or above.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 348 - Evolution

    4 credits
    Uses patterns and processes of evolutionary change as determined by mutation, selection, drift, and other mechanisms to explore the unifying principles of the biological sciences. Basic models of population genetics, phylogenetics, and systematics are used to build a conceptual framework for the study of living systems. Two 75-minute lectures and one 1-hour recitation. Prerequisite(s): BI 341.  Junior standing or above. Corequisite(s): BI 348R .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 348R - Evolution Recitation

    0 credits
    Corresponding recitation for BI 348 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 351 - Microbiology

    3 credits
    Covers principles of microbiology and surveys microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, protists, and viruses. Emphasizes organisms that significantly influence human health and the environment. Three lectures. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand H). Prerequisite(s): One year of biology and two terms of chemistry Corequisite(s): BI 353 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 353 - Microbiology Laboratory

    3 credits
    Includes an introduction to standard microbiology techniques, quantitative lab science, experimental design, and data analysis. One 1-hour lecture and two 2-hour laboratories. Corequisite(s): BI 351 .
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 361 - Topics in Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    4 credits
    Covers nervous, endocrine, and immune systems. Students investigate integration of these systems through reading and discussion of clinical literature.  The course emphasizes effects of stress exposure on the activity of these systems. Three hours of lecture and one 1-hour recitation. Prerequisite(s): BI 211 , BI 212 , BI 213 .Junior standing or above.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 362 - Topics in Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    4 credits
    Covers metabolism, nutrition, and cardiovascular function.  In depth investigation of aspects of metabolic risk will be achieved through reading and discussion of clinical literature. Three hours of lecture and one 1-hour recitation. Prerequisite(s): BI 211  , BI 212  , BI 213 . Junior standing or above.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 363 - Topics in Human Anatomy and Physiology III

    4 credits
    Covers homeostatic regulation of body fluids by the urinary and respiratory systems and also covers reproductive systems and basic embryonic development.  In depth investigation of these topics is accomplished through reading and discussion of clinical literature.  Three hours of lecture and one 1-hour recitation. Prerequisite(s): BI 211 , BI 212 , BI 213 .  Junior standing or above.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 381 - The New Sciences of Complexity

    3 credits
    Introduces an array of topics currently becoming unified in the new interdisciplinary field of complex systems. Explores how a holistic systems approach and common analytical tools may be applied to such diverse areas as ecology, economics, genetics, physics, and social science to yield insights not obtained through a reductionist scientific approach. Topics include chaos, emergent properties, fractals, scaling, self-organization, feedback, and networks. The computer-based laboratory emphasizes emergent behavior of agent-based modeling simulations and visualization of other complex phenomena. Three hours of lecture. Does not fulfill biology major or minor requirements. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand H). Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements. Junior standing or above.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 382 - Biology and Society

    3 credits
    Examines timely biological issues and their implications for human society. Students participate in and lead discussions on controversial topics such as genetic engineering, the biological basis of sexual orientation and race, biodiversity and threatened habitats, and biological warfare. Two 75-minute meetings per week and a community-based learning component. In addition to traditional delivery, may be offered online. Does not fulfill biology major or minor requirements. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand H). Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 385 - Women in Science

    3 credits
    Explores the past and current factors influencing women’s scientific career choices and the success of women in various scientific disciplines. Examines the lives and contributions of notable and contemporary women in science from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines. Addresses the culture of science and the role of gender in scientific inquiry. Includes small group discussions focused on assigned readings and guest-speaker presentations from women scientists in academia, government, and industry. Two 75-minute meetings. Does not fulfill biology major or minor requirements. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand H). Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 386 - Forest Ecology and Management

    3 credits
    Introduces the principles of forestry, including the biology of forest ecosystems and the management of these landscapes for societal benefits. Topics include biodiversity, logging practices, fire suppression, sustainable forest management, forest economics, ecological principles, and biogeochemical cycles. Two 75-minute meetings and two weekend field trips. Does not fulfill biology major or minor requirements. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand H).
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 387 - Our Microbial World

    4 credits
    Intended for liberal arts students who wish to examine the influences that microorganisms have on our world. Covers the history of microbiology and basic characteristics of different types of microorganisms including viruses, bacteria, fungi and protists. Explores the various roles that microbes play in shaping our environment, our society, and our health. Introduces scientific methods used in Microbiology related to microbial discovery and medicine. Does not fulfill biology major or minor requirements. Does not fulfill Microbiology course pre-requisite for health care professional schools. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand H). Prerequisites(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements.
    * This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless the course is stated to be repeatable in the description above: BI 383.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 388 - Conservation of Natural Resources

    4 credits
    Explores the history, principles, and practices of natural resource use and abuse, particularly in the United States. Emphasizes understanding of scientific and ecological principles and economics as the basis of sustainable human development. Two 2-hour lectures and one field trip. Does not fulfill major or minor requirements. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand H). Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements. Junior standing or above.
    Graded (A-F) only
  

  • BI 399 - Special Studies

    1 to 18 credits
    Credit to be arranged. Repeatable.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 401 - Research

    1 to 12 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 402 - Capstone Research

    1 to 12 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 402H - Capstone Research

    1 to 12 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
  

  • BI 403 - Thesis

    1 to 6 credits
    Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above.
    Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
 

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