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2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

This section of the Catalog includes course descriptions, listed alphabetically by discipline. The descriptions provide information on course numbers, titles, the level of instruction, credit, course sequence, content, and prerequisites as shown in the following example:

CHE 2100 Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry

5
(4 + 2)
Prerequisite: CHE 1100
A study of the elements of organic and biological chemistry. This course satisfies requirements for nursing programs and other fields requiring a survey of organic and biological chemistry.

The first three to four letters, called the course subject code, represent the area of study or discipline, e.g., CHE represents chemistry. The course number follows the course subject code, e.g., 2100. The first digit in a four-digit course number designates the level of instruction. Only courses numbered 1000 or above will be included in credits toward a degree. Courses with numbers up to and including 1999 are primarily for freshmen, 2000 through 2999 primarily for sophomores, 3000 through 3999 primarily for juniors, and 4000 through 4999 primarily for seniors. In general, students should not take courses above the level of their class (based upon semester hours earned), but they may do so at one level above if they have the specified prerequisites. In special cases, students may be permitted to take courses more than one level above that designated for their class if they obtain the permission of their advisor and of the faculty member teaching the course and if they meet the prerequisite requirements. Following each course number is the semester hours of credit. As an example, CHE 2100-5 is a freshman-level, five-credit course. After the course number and is the course title, which is followed by the number of credit hours (5) and a second set of numbers in parentheses indicating the division of time between lecture, laboratory, field experience, or—in music—performance. The first number represents the number of lecture hours each week of a 15-16 week semester; the second number indicates the number of laboratory, shop, or field hours; and the third (in music) represents performance hours. For example, CHE 2100 Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry has four hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory each week. Lecture hours equate one hour per week of contact to one credit hour; laboratory experience equates two hours of contact per week to one credit hour. Therefore, CHE 2100, 5(4+2) would earn five hours of credit—four for lecture and one for laboratory work. Course descriptions provide a summary of the content of the course. If there is a prerequisite that must be met before a student can register for the course, this information is listed above the course description. Attributes, such as Multicultural, General Studies, or Guaranteed Transfer, are listed after the course description.  A list of courses being offered in a given semester, instructors, class meeting times, and locations is described in the Class Schedule located on Metro State’s Web site (http://www.mscd.edu).
 
  

  • BIO 3270 - Parasitology

    4(3 + 2)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1080 and BIO 1090, BIO 1081 and BIO1091, BIO 3200, and At least junior standing

    This course covers the identification, life cycles, host-parasite relationships, and epidemiology of protozoan, platyhelminth, nematode, acanthocephalan, and arthropod parasites important in human and veterinary medicine.
  

  • BIO 3300 - Advanced Human Biology for Non-Majors

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1000, or BIO 2310, or BIO 2320, or Permission of the instructor, and satisfaction of Level I General Studies course requirements

    This course is designed to be an advanced sequel to BIO 1000. It addresses the more complex aspects of human body functions and how the body deals with insults such as bombardment of microorganisms, various dietary practices, pollution, and socio-economic challenges. Topics include immunity, AIDS, genetics, stress, cancer, and aging.(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science)
  

  • BIO 3320 - Advanced Human Physiology

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1080 and BIO 1090, two additional semesters of biology (preferably BIO 2310 and BIO 2320), one year of chemistry

    This in-depth physiology course covers the function of the human body as it relates to homeostasis. This course emphasizes membrane transport, fluid compartments, acid-base balance, cardiovascular and respiratory physiology, and neurotransmission.
  

  • BIO 3330 - Advanced Human Cadaver Anatomy

    4(2 + 6)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1080 and 1090; BIO 2310, and upper-division standing BIO 2320 is recommended

    (This is an upper-division course in human anatomy designed for biology majors and other students who need upper division human anatomy training in preparation for health science careers.) This course presents human gross anatomy from a regional perspective, using clinical applications as a basis for anatomical understanding. Designed for biology majors entering professional and graduate schools.
  

  • BIO 3340 - Endocrinology

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1080 and BIO 1090, BIO 1081 and BIO 1091, two additional semesters of biology, and CHE 3100, or Permission of instructor

    This course is a survey of the major human endocrine organs and their hormones. Topics include normal anatomy and physiology of each gland, cellular mechanisms of hormone action, and endocrinopathies.
  

  • BIO 3350 - Immunology

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1080 and BIO 1090, BIO 1081 and BIO 1091, CHE 3100 and At least junior standing, or Permission of instructor

    This course is a study of the humoral and cell-mediated immune response. Topics include immunobiology, immunochemistry, hypersensitivity, autoimmune diseases, and theories of antibody formation.
  

  • BIO 3360 - Animal Physiology

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 3200 or BIO 3260 and CHE 1810, or Permission of instructor

    This is a lecture course for science majors on the physiological processes common to most animals and on the physiological adaptations and acclimation to environmental challenges— especially with respect to temperature, moisture, and oxygen availability.
  

  • BIO 3400 - Microbial Physiology

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2400 or equivalent or Permission of instructor

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: CHE 3100 or equivalent or permission of instructor

    A detailed study of the organization and structure of bacterial cells is presented. An emphasis is placed on biosynthesis, polymerization, and assembly of bacteria.
  

  • BIO 3410 - Symbiosis and the Environment

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2400 and One Year of College Chemistry; or permission of instructor

    This course provides an overview of the diversity of mutalistic symbioses and their critical roles in the natural environment, including coral reef, hydrothermal vent, cellulose degrading, mycorrhizal ecosystems.  This course takes an integrative approach, spanning ecosystems to molecules, to study these associations.
  

  • BIO 3471 - Biology of Women

    3(2 + 2)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1000 or WMS 1001 or Permission of instructor

    An examination of the anatomy and physiology of sex in humans, the mechanisms involved in formation of sex and gender, and the interactions between science, society, and medical practice with regard to issues of sex and gender.Credit will be granted for only one prefix: BIO or WMS.(WMS 3470)
  

  • BIO 3511 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech

    3(25 + 15)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2310 and SLHS 2530; or Permission of instructor

    This course provides students with basic understanding of the structural organization (anatomy), function (physiology) and neural control of the structures used to produce speech, swallowing, respiration and related human behaviors. Students explore how anatomical and physiological deficits relate to communicative pathology. It includes lecture and laboratory components and involves dissection.Credit will be granted for only one prefix: SLHS or BIO.(SLHS 3511)
  

  • BIO 3530 - Physiology of Aging for Non-Biology Majors

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1000 or equivalent, completion of all Level I General Studies course requirements or Permission of instructor

    This course views aging from both the biological and the physiological perspectives. Theories on the biology of aging and cultural variations of aging will be explored. The concepts of continuity and change will be used to study the cellular and molecular events throughout the lifespan that lead to aging and disease. Causes, physiological and pathological changes, and factors that contribute to life prolongation and the strengthening of physiologic competence to improve the quality of life as individual’s age will be addressed.Credit will be granted for only one prefix: BIO or HES.(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science)(HES 3810)
  

  • BIO 3550 - Urban Ecology

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1080 and BIO 1090 or one semester of chemistry, physics, or earth science, or Permission of instructor, and satisfaction of Level I General Studies course requirements

    An analysis is made of the urban ecosystem and the factors involved: water, transportation, solid wastes, energy, land, political institutions, economics, social patterns, communications, recreation, shelter, nutrition, and population. Field trips to key environmental locations in the greater metropolitan Denver area and field trip reports are required.(General Studies— Level II, Natural Science)
  

  • BIO 3600 - General Genetics

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1080 and BIO 1090, BIO 1081 and BIO 1091, and one additional semester of biology required, one year of chemistry strongly recommended, or Permission of instructor

    A study is made of classical genetics, with emphasis on numerical analysis of inheritance. The molecular biology of replication, transcription, and translation is presented. Genetic variation and human genetic diseases are discussed.
  

  • BIO 4000 - Biology Field Experience: Variable Topics

    3(2 + 2)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1081 and BIO 1091; or Permission of instructor

    This course is designed to give hands-on experience in a variety of field environments with 30 hours of predeparture lectures and 30 hours of field work in a regional, national, or international setting.This course may be repeated for credit under different topics with permission of the department.
  

  • BIO 4050 - Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 3050 with a grade of “C” or better

    This course is a continuation and extension of subjects introduced in BIO 3050. Topics emphasize cell-to-cell signaling, control over the eukaryotic cell cycle, and molecular events associated with the loss of cell control.
  

  • BIO 4060 - Cellular and Molecular Biology Laboratory

    2(0 + 4)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: BIO 3050; or permission of instructor

    This laboratory is designed to give students experience and exposure to modern cell biology laboratory techniques.  Topics include cell structure, function, recombinant DNA, and molecular cloning.
  

  • BIO 4160 - Mycology

    4(2 + 4)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2100 or BIO 2400

    This course emphasizes the true fungi: Basidiomycota, Ascomycota, Zygomycota, and Fungi Imperfect. Culture techniques, identification, life cycles, and economic importance are stressed.
  

  • BIO 4230 - Issues in Conservation Biology

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 1080 and BIO 1090

    Students will explore issues in conservation biology. This area of biology applies the fields of ecology, evolution, biogeography, population genetics, economics, sociology, anthropology, philosophy and other disciplines to address the global problems of declining biodiversity of species and ecosystems. Two field trips during the scheduled course time will highlight conservation issues on a local level.
  

  • BIO 4250 - Entomology

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: BIO 3200 and At least junior standing; or Permission of instructor

    This course is a study of the structure, physiology, and evolution of the insects. The internal, as well as external, structure of the insects is considered and the importance of these structures on the insects is developed both in lecture and laboratory.
  

  • BIO 4280 - Ornithology

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: BIO 3260 or Permission of instructor

    This course is a survey of the life of birds, especially as related to their evolutionary origins, adaptations for flight, and exploitations of various ecological niches. The course includes consideration of behavior, physiology, and classification.Required field trips may include one weekend trip.
  

  • BIO 4290 - Mammalogy

    3(2 + 3)

    Prerequisite: Bio 3260; and Bio 4540 or BIO 4550; or permission of instructor

    This course is a survey of taxonomic, physiological, and anatomic characteristics of modern orders of mammals.  Illustrative environmental adaptations and major evolutionary trends will be discussed.  The laboratory will include study-skin preperation and identification of representative mammalia species.
  

  • BIO 4440 - Virology

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2400 and BIO 3600, or Permission of instructor

    This course is a survey of the interactions of viruses and their hosts. The emphasis is on bacterial and animal host forms.
  

  • BIO 4450 - Pathogenic Microbiology

    5(3 + 4)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2400 or Permission of instructor

    This course is a comprehensive study of human bacterial pathogens. The emphasis is on etiology, pathogenesis, and epidemiology of human diseases. Laboratory studies involve isolation and identification.
  

  • BIO 4470 - Microbial Genetics

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2400 and BIO 3600, or Permission of instructor

    This course is a study of current information on the mechanisms of microbial inheritance and expression of genetic information; intended to develop perspectives relative to the evolution of the field, applications to higher organisms, and directions in current research.
  

  • BIO 4510 - Microbial Ecology

    4(4 +0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2400 and six hours of upper-division microbiology and/or molecular biology courses, or Permission of instructor, satisfactory completion of all Level I and II General Studies course requirements, Senior standing

    This course is a detailed study of microbial ecology, emphasizing population interactions, quantitative ecology, habitat ecology, and biochemical cycling. Discussion of biotechnological aspects of microbial ecology is included.(Senior Experience)
  

  • BIO 4540 - Plant Ecology

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 2100, or Permission of instructor, Senior standing, and satisfaction of all Level I and II General Studies course requirements

    This course proceeds from a study of concepts (matter and energy, food webs, nutrient cycles, succession) to a discussion of populations, communities, and biomes, emphasizing the interrelationships and interdependence of living things with each other and with their nonliving environment.(Senior Experience)
  

  • BIO 4550 - Animal Ecology

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: BIO 3200 or BIO 3260, and six hours of upper division biology courses, or Permission of instructor, Senior standing, and satisfaction of all Level I and II General Studies course requirements

    In this course, a detailed consideration is made of population dynamics, intra- and interspecific interactions, niche segregation, species diversity, specialization and distributional patterns. Appropriate readings from current literature will be required.(Senior Experience)
  

  • BIO 4560 - Field Methods in Plant Ecology

    2(0 + 4)

    Prerequisite: BIO 4540

    Weekly field trips are made to various plant communities. The student will leam sampling methods, data analysis, vegetative mapping, and report writing and data presentation.
  

  • BIO 4820 - Developmental Biology

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: BIO 3600; or permission of instructor

    This course focuses on molecular mechanisms and gene regulation underlying development of select invertebrates and vertebrates, from fertilization through early organ formation. Similar processes in human development and disease are highlighted. The laboratory includes study of living Drosophila embryos and larvae. Laboratory drawings are required.
  

  • BIO 4850 - Evolution

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: BIO 3600 or Permission of instructor, satisfaction of all Level I and Level II General Studies course requirements, Senior standing

    This course will develop an awareness and understanding of organismic evolution as the foundation of biological thought. The major features of evolution—variation, natural selection, adaptation and specialization—and their significance to the origin and evolution of major plant and animal groups are investigated. A research paper and an oral presentation will be required.(Senior Experience)
  

  • CET 1100 - Introduction to Civil Engineering Technology

    3(3 + 0)

    This course is a cross section of topics in contemporary civil engineering disciplines, with emphasis on the tools of engineering problem solving. Students are taught to work in teams and introduced to the design process and to several tools necessary in a civil engineering career. In this course they develop an appreciation of professional topics to include: ethics, respecting others, and professional societies.
  

  • CET 1215 - Engineering Graphics

    3(1 + 4)

    This course uses CAD software to perform geometric constructions, multi-view projection, section views, dimensioning, and solid modeling.

     
  

  • CET 2100 - Structural Drawing

    3(1 + 4)

    Prerequisite: CET 1215 with a grade of “C” or better, or Permission of instructor

    This course introduces drawings of structural members and connections, including engineering layouts and detail drawings.
  

  • CET 2150 - Mechanics I–Statics

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MTH 1410, PHY 2321, and PHY 2311, with grades of “C” or better, or permission of instructor

    This course examines principles of statics, studies of vectors, their resolution and composition, forces and moments, force systems and their resultants. It also covers force systems in equilibrium, static friction, centroids, moments of inertia and radii of gyration of areas, shear and moment diagrams.
  

  • CET 2530 - Route Surveying

    4(2 + 4)

    Prerequisite: SUR 1520 for CET majors, SUR 2520 and SUR 2620 for SUR majors, all with a grade of “C” or better, or Permission of instructor

    This course is designed to expand the concepts on circular and parabolic curves and earthwork introduced in SUR 1520 and SUR 2520. Included is the mathematics of spirals, unequal tangent vertical curves, mass diagram of earthwork quantities, alignment profile and slope staking, large scale site mapping, alignment and design, and other surveying techniques required for highways, pipelines, tunnels, transmission lines, water lines, sewers and canals, etc. This course will introduce terrain modeling for site development and environmental concerns(SUR 2530)
  

  • CET 3100 - Construction Methods

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: At least junior standing; or permission of instructor

    This course provide a basic understanding of the method used by a general contractor to determine earthwork costs . The student is introduced to the application of engineering fundamentals for the analysis of heavy earthmoving equipment as well as to the basic concepts of CPM.
  

  • CET 3110 - Construction Estimating

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 3100; or permission of instructor

    This course is a continuation of CET 3100, Construction Methods. It provides a basic understanding of the methods used to prepare a building and/or bridge construction cost estimate. The students learn to do quantity takeoff utilizing plans and specifications.
  

  • CET 3120 - Engineering Economy

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: At least junior standing, permission of instructor

    This course examines the “time value of money” as a basis for evaluating economic alternatives required in engineering decision-making.
  

  • CET 3135 - Mechanics of Materials with Laboratory

    4(3 + 2)

    Prerequisite: CET 2150 and COM 2610 with grades of “C” or better; or permission of instructor

    Corequisite: MTH 2410

    This course introduces the theory of strength of materials, stresses and strains in members subjected to tension, compression, torsion, and shear. Flexural and shearing stresses in beams, principal stresses, and deflection of beams, column analysis, and indeterminate structures are also introduced. The laboratory component of the course is structured to give students experience in the use of laboratory equipment for conducting axial loading, shear and bending tests on various materials.
  

  • CET 3170 - Introduction to Structural Analysis

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 3130 with a grade of “C” or better, or Permission of instructor

    This course presents and applies the principles of structural analysis to statically determinate and indeterminate structures.
  

  • CET 3185 - Fluid Mechanics I for Civil Engineering Technology

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: MET 3160 with a grade of “C” or better, or Permission of instructor

    This course covers and studies the engineering applications of physical properties of ideal fluids, real fluids, hydrostatics, kinematics, energy considerations, momentum principle, dimensional analysis, and incompressible flow in pipes and ducts.
  

  • CET 3190 - Fluid Mechanics II for Civil Engineering Technology

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 3185 with a grade of “C” or better

    This course is a continuation of the fundamentals introduced in Fluid Mechanics I for Civil Engineering Technology, with emphasis on the analysis of forces on immersed bodies, steady flow in open channels, fluid measurements, and the problems associated with unsteady fluid flow.
  

  • CET 3320 - Environmental Impact Statements

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: At least junior standing, or Permission of instructor

    This course is a study of the physical and legal requirements of the environmental impact assessment process. Students will learn to do information research and prepare a draft environmental impact statement.
  

  • CET 3330 - Environmental Technology Processes

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1100 or CHE 1800 with a grade of “C” or better, at least junior standing; or permission of instructor

    This course covers chemistry basics, acid-base reactions, biochemical processes and reactions. Also included is an overview of water and wastewater processes following fieldtrip(s) in this area.
  

  • CET 4100 - Senior Project I

    1(0 + 2)

    Prerequisite: CET 3120, COM 2610, MTH 2420, and SPE 1010 with grades of “C” or better; completion of all General Studies Level I and II requirements; Senior standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: CET 4120 and CET 4400

    This course requires the planning and designing of a team project in consultation with faculty advisors and industry contacts.Senior Experience
  

  • CET 4110 - Senior Project II

    2(0 + 4)

    Prerequisite: CET 4100 with a grade of “C” or better

    In this course, the students will build, test, and demonstrate the project they started in CET 4100. Written technical reports and oral presentations on the project are required. Part of this course involves the student working with a faculty member who acts as a consultant.Senior Experience
  

  • CET 4120 - Concrete Design I

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 3170 with a grade of “C” or better, or Permission of instructor

    This course is a basic introduction to the fundamental principles of reinforced concrete design according to current ACI Code. The course covers flexural analysis and design of beams and one-way slabs, serviceability, bond and development lengths, and shear and diagonal tension.
  

  • CET 4130 - Soil Mechanics

    4(2 + 2)

    Prerequisite: CET 3130 and CET 3185 with grades of “C” or better, and Senior standing

    This course covers the  principles of soil mechanics and fundamentals of application in geotechnical engineering. This course covers soil behaviors and mechanical properties of soil, engineering classification of soil, permeability and seepage, consolidation and settlement, shear strength, lateral earth pressures, fundamentals of retaining structures, soil bearing capacity, and slope stability. This course also provides students the opportunity to obtain “hands-on” experience with some of the laboratory tests, techniques used in geotechnical engineering data collection and analysis methods. (Senior Experience)
  

  • CET 4135 - Foundation and Geotechnical Engineering

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 4130 with grade of “C” or better

    The course applies engineering mechanics and soil mechanics principles to the provision of safe designs for foundations of bridges, buildings, towers and other structures. This course covers the analysis and design of shallow foundations, spread footings, mats, deep foundations, earth retaining structures and site exploration and characterization. It is a practical design course in foundation and geotechnical engineering.
  

  • CET 4140 - Concrete Design II

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 4120 with a grade of “C” or better, or Permission of instructor

    This course is a continuation of the fundamentals introduced in Concrete Design I, with emphasis on the analysis and design of columns, footings, retaining walls, two-way slabs, and introduction of principles of prestressed concrete.
  

  • CET 4150 - Highway Engineering and Surveying

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: At least junior standing; or permission of instructor

    This course is a specialized course in requirements, functional characteristics, and system characteristics of highway design, incorporating surveying essentials for the civil engineering field. The course develops design methods, procedures, and analysis for pavement design, roadway alignment, and user information for freeways, city arterials, and rural roadways.
  

  • CET 4400 - Steel Design I

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 3170 with a grade of “C” or better, or Permission of instructor

    This course focuses on the analysis and design of structural steel members, based on the latest edition of AISC design requirements and specifications for structural steel.
  

  • CET 4410 - Steel Design II

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 4400 with a grade of “C” or better, or Permission of instructor

    This course is a continuation of the fundamentals introduced in Steel Design I, with emphasis on the analysis and design of structural steel connections, based on the latest AISC design requirements and specifications for structural steel.
  

  • CET 4450 - Timber Design

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 3170 with a grade of “C” or better, or Permission of instructor

    This course focuses on the analysis and design of wood structures based on the latest edition of the National Design Specifications for Wood Construction and Supplement.
  

  • CET 4570 - Engineering Law

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CET 3120 or Permission of instructor

    This course provides the student with a basic understanding of contract laws and regulations, laws that govern the execution of the work being performed under the contract, laws that relate to the settling of differences and disputes, and licensing laws.
  

  • CFI 1910 - Creative Problem Solving

    3(3 + 0)

    This introductory course focuses on creative problem-solving
    from an entrepreneurial perspective. Content will introduce students to the concepts of creative problem-solving, entrepreneurship, social entrepreneurship, generating innovative ideas, creating entrepreneurial ventures. It highlights practical aspects of opportunity recognition, and new venture creation. The instructor will utilize readings,
    workshops, guest entrepreneurs, and real-world projects to convey the theoretical underpinnings, as well as the practical realities of solving problems through entrepreneurial principles.HON 1910, WMS 1910
  

  • CFI 1920 - Ethics and Entrepreneurs

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: ENG 1010 or ENG 1020; or MTH 1110; or SPE 1010; or permission of instructor

    This course presents theories and principles of ethics in two contexts. Ethics is studied to determine virtue, what is lawful and what is inspirational. Ethics is also studied to fashion strategies for entrepreneurial success. Ethics will be illustrated as creating competitive advantages, attracting and maintaining customers and motivating the will to be successful.
  

  • CFI 2910 - New Venture Feasibility

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CFI 1910; or permission of director

    This course determines whether a student’s previously identified opportunities are suitable for the marketplace. Students apply feasibility concepts to the wide range of challenges encountered when launching commercial and non-profit ventures. Through experiential learning opportunities, students apply what they learn to develop a comprehensive plan for their own new venture.
  

  • CFI 3910 - New Venture Creation I

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CFI 2910; or permission of director

    This course provides first-hand experience working alongside entrepreneurs to facilitate the launch of student conceived business plans. The goal is to enable students to work with commercial and social/non-profit entrepreneurs to gain experience with the multiple facets of entrepreneurship. This
    course serves two main learning objectives. First, it provides the student with the opportunity to execute an entrepreneurial project which will encourage the integration of your knowledge. Second, it gives the student first hand exposure to the entrepreneurial process in order to understand the challenges associated with it. Coursework on fundamental
    business concepts and on developing and executing a business plan are excellent foundations for entrepreneurs, but they are different from facing the day-to-day challenges in a start-up, In this course, the student is immersed as an observer and participant of the entrepreneurial process.
  

  • CFI 3920 - New Venture Creation II

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CFI 3910; or permission of director

    This course is a continuation of CFI 3910 and provides first-hand experience working alongside entrepreneurs and facilitating the launch of student conceived business plans. This course serves two main learning objectives. First, it provides the student with the opportunity to execute an entrepreneurial project which will encourage the integration of the student’s knowledge. Second, it gives the student first hand exposure to the entrepreneurial process in order to understand the challenges associated with it. In this course, the student is immersed as an observer and participant of the entrepreneurial process.
  

  • CFI 3930 - Entrepreneurial Promotions

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: ECO 1040, or ECO 2010, or ECO 2020, or FIN 2250; or permission of department

    The purpose of this course is to present to the entrepreneur the fundamental theories of promoting a new business or social enterprise. Building from the start-up strategy of bootstrapping, students will learn vital aspects of guerrilla tactics such as minimedia, positioning, and preparing a small business promotional budget.
  

  • CFI 3940 - Artrepreneurship

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: ARTH 1500, or MUS 1000, or THE 2210; or Major/Minor in Art; or permission of department

    The purpose of this course is to give students the tools, techniques and resources to turn their passion for art into a thriving business. Students will learn how open and operate galleries, own a business on the festival circuit, and retail, as well as alternative distribution channels such as online direct sales, direct sales, business to business and online galleries/representation. Upon completion of the course each student will have the basics to move forward with building a successful art business.
  

  • CFI 3980 - Internship in Entrepreneurship

    3(3 +0)

    Prerequisite: Junior standing

    This course provides an internship experience in a for-profit or non-profit enterprise supervised by professionals with on-the-job experience in the field of entrepreneurship.
  

  • CHE 1010 - Chemistry and Society

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: Minimum performance standard scores on reading, writing, and mathematics preassessment placement tests

    This course is intended for nonscience students who need to satisfy the General Studies Science requirement. It introduces basic concepts of chemistry in modern society. The emphasis of the course is to permit students to obtain a qualitative understanding of chemical principles and their application to environmental issues.(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science)(GT-SC2)
  

  • CHE 1100 - Principles of Chemistry

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: Minimum performance standard scores on reading, writing, and mathematics preassessment placement tests

    Corequisite: CHE 1150

    This course is a study of the fundamentals of chemistry. A survey of atomic structure, periodicity, bonding, nomenclature, stoichiometry, gas laws, and solution chemistry is provided for those students with no background in these areas.(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science - Completion of both CHE 1100 and CHE 1150 with passing grades is required to receive General Studies credit and GT—SC1)
  

  • CHE 1150 - Principles of Chemistry Laboratory

    1(0 + 2)

    Prerequisite: Minimum performance standard scores on reading, writing, and mathematics preassessment placement tests

    Corequisite: CHE 1100 or permission of department chair

    This course is an introduction to the academic chemistry laboratory and is intended for students with no prior experience. The course will cover health and safety issues, preparation and use of common glassware/lab equipment, proper recording of qualitative and quantitative observations, and common lab techniques.(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science, completion of both CHE 1150 and CHE 1100 with passing grades is required to receive General Studies credit and GT—SC1)
  

  • CHE 1800 - General Chemistry I

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: Minimum performance standard scores on reading, writing, and mathematics preassessment placement tests and high school chemistry; and either three years high school math or college algebra

    A comprehensive study of the facts, concepts, and laws of chemistry. The course is designed to meet the requirements of students majoring in chemistry, medicine, medical technology, biology, physics and other fields requiring a strong background in chemistry.(GT-SC1)
  

  • CHE 1810 - General Chemistry II

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1800 and Minimum performance standard scores on reading, writing, and mathematics preassessment placement tests (completion of CHE 1810 and 1850 with a passing grade is required to receive General Studies credit)

    This course is a continuation of CHE 1800 and provides a comprehensive study of the facts, concepts, and laws of chemistry. The course is designed to meet the requirements of students majoring in such areas as chemistry, medicine, medical technology, biology, physics, and other fields requiring a strong background in chemistry.(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science)(GT-SC1)
  

  • CHE 1850 - General Chemistry Laboratory

    2(1 + 3)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1800 with a passing grade is required to receive General Studies credit

    Corequisite: CHE 1810 (CHE 1800 is a prerequisite for CHE 1810)

    A one-hour recitation will be utilized to discuss theoretical and procedural aspects of laboratory experiments. Chemical literacy including report writing and reference sources will be introduced.(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science)(GT-SC1)
  

  • CHE 2100 - Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry

    5(4 + 2)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1100

    A study of the elements of organic and biological chemistry. This course satisfies requirements for nursing programs and other fields requiring a survey of organic and biological chemistry.
  

  • CHE 2300 - Inorganic Chemistry

    3(2 + 2)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1800, CHE 1810, CHE 1850

    This course introduces and reviews such topics as bonding and reactivity of inorganic substances, acid-base concepts, descriptive chemistry of the main group elements, and transition elements/coordination chemistry. Laboratory deals with the synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds.
  

  • CHE 2710 - Introduction to Criminalistics

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1100 or CHE 1800

    This course introduces the student to the application of science at crime scenes and the crime laboratory. It provides a survey of forensic science including pathology, entomology, anthropology, microevidence, drug analysis, toxicology, dactyloscopy, firearm examination, serology, hair and fiber analysis, soil and glass analysis, and crime scene processing.
  

  • CHE 2711 - Introduction to Criminalistics Laboratory

    1(0 + 2)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1150 or CHE 1850

    Corequisite: CHE 2710

    This course introduces the student to laboratory methods involved with presumptive tests for biological fluids, fire-arms examination, document examination, pattern analysis, and fingerprint examination.
  

  • CHE 2750 - Arson and Explosives

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1100

    This course will include a study of the chemistry of fires and explosions. Arson scene evidence collection and preservation techniques will be discussed, as well as techniques for analyzing the residues collected.
  

  • CHE 2760 - Field Testing and Laboratory Analysis of Drugs

    1(1 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1100

    The course introduces the theory and practice of using a drug-testing kit to screen for the presence or absence of controlled substances.
  

  • CHE 3000 - Analytical Chemistry

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1800, CHE 1810, CHE 1850

    Corequisite: CHE 3010

    This course studies the fundamentals of analytical chemistry including principles of gravimetric, volumetric, potentiometric, and spectrophotometric analysis. Chemical literacy as it applies to analytical chemistry will be introduced.
  

  • CHE 3010 - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory

    2(0 + 4)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1800, CHE 1810, CHE 1850

    Corequisite: CHE 3000

    This course introduces laboratory methods in analytical chemistry including techniques of gravimetric, volumetric, potentiometric, and spectrophotometric analysis.
  

  • CHE 3050 - Environmental Chemistry

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1800, CHE 1810, CHE 1850, CHE 3100

    This course is a study of the sources, reactions, transport, effects, and fates of chemical species in water, soil, air, and biota environments.
  

  • CHE 3100 - Organic Chemistry I

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1800, CHE 1810, CHE 1850; satisfaction of Level I General Studies course requirements

    An introduction to the study of nomenclature, structure, synthesis, reactions, properties, identification, and mechanisms of both aliphatic and aromatic organic compounds.(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science)
  

  • CHE 3110 - Organic Chemistry II

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3100

    This course is a continuation of CHE 3100 and includes a study of the nomenclature, structure, physical/chemical/spectroscopic properties, synthesis, and reactions of the major families of organic compounds.
  

  • CHE 3120 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I

    2(0 + 4)

    Prerequisite: CHE 1800, CHE 1810, CHE 1850; satisfaction of Level I General Studies course requirements

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: Pre/Corequisite: CHE 3100

    The focus of this course is an introduction to basic laboratory techniques of preparation, purification, and identification of organic compounds.(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science)
  

  • CHE 3130 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II

    2(0 + 4)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3100 and CHE 3120

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: Pre/Corequisite: CHE 3110

    This course is a continuation of CHE 3120. It is a qualitative organic analysis course in which both classical and instrumental techniques are utilized to elucidate organic structure. Chemical literacy will be enhanced through the use of web based chemical literature search and American Chemical Society based report writing.
  

  • CHE 3190 - Survey of Physical Chemistry

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3000, MTH 1410, PHY 2010

    This course provides a survey of the principles of thermodynamics, equilibrium, atomic/ molecular structure, electrochemistry, kinetics, quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy. It is designed to meet the requirements for the B.A. in Chemistry and the B.S. in Chemistry with the Criminalistics concentration.
  

  • CHE 3200 - Survey of Physical Chemistry Laboratory

    1(0 + 3)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3000, MTH 1410, PHY 2010 or PHY 2311

    This course covers laboratory explorations of key concepts in thermodynamics, equilibrium, kinetics, and gas laws. Technical writing is emphasized; students are expected to use a personal computer to complete lab reports.
  

  • CHE 3250 - Physical Chemistry I

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: MTH 2420, PHY 2011 or PHY 2311; CHE 3000

    This course is a comprehensive study of the principles of gas dynamics, thermodynamics, solution properties, kinetics, and a survey of electrochemistry and reaction dynamics. Literature searches related to historical and current topics in chemistry will be required.
  

  • CHE 3260 - Physical Chemistry II

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3250; PHY 2020 or PHY 2331

    This course is a comprehensive study of the principles of quantum mechanics, quantum chemistry, atomic structure, molecular structure, symmetry, and spectroscopy. Literature searches related to historical and current topics in chemistry will be required.
  

  • CHE 3280 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory I

    2(0 + 4)

    Corequisite: CHE 3250

    This course provides a laboratory study of the basic principles of gas dynamics, thermodynamics, equilibrium, kinetics, and data-handling techniques. Technical report writing and literature search will be emphasized.
  

  • CHE 3290 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory II

    2(0 + 4)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3280

    Corequisite: CHE 3260

    This course provides a laboratory study of the basic principles of quantum mechanics and spectroscopy. Technical report writing and literature search will be emphasized.
  

  • CHE 3600 - Crime Scene Investigation I

    4(3 + 2)

    Prerequisite: CHE 2700 or CHE 2710 and CHE 2711

    The course is designed for field investigators seeking a minor in criminalistics. Course material presented includes identification; individualization; collection and preservation of physical evidence; approach, processing, and investigation of crime scenes; establishing identity; trace evidence; impressions evidence; blood; and other biological evidence.
  

  • CHE 3610 - Crime Scene Investigation II

    4(3 + 2)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3600

    This course is a continuation of CHE 3600 for field investigators seeking a minor in criminalistics. Course materials include specialized instruction in the following topics: drugs and toxicology, arson and explosives, sexual assault investigation, burglary investigation, motor vehicle investigation, and homicide investigation.
  

  • CHE 3700 - Criminalistics I

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: CHE 2710, CHE 3000, CHE 3010, CHE 3110, CHE 3130

    This course introduces the theory and practice of forensic science with an emphasis on the analysis and interpretation of physical evidence. Class and laboratory introduce forensic microscopy, crime scene investigation, crime scene evidence search, forensic chemistry, toxicology, drug analysis, and fire debris analysis.
  

  • CHE 3710 - Criminalistics II

    4(3 + 3)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3700

    This course is a continuation of CHE 3700 that focuses on forensic biology, DNA analysis and hair analysis. The development of oral and written communication skills is emphasized.
  

  • CHE 3890 - Science and Public Policy: Variable Topics

    1–3(1–3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: Any lower-division science course and ENG 1010, or Permission of instructor

    This course provides a working familiarity with the technical issues that influence major public policy decisions. Policy issues and relevant technologies and their interactions are discussed. Course content varies according to current topics, such as health, environment, and energy.This course may be repeated under different topics.
  

  • CHE 4010 - Advanced Organic Chemistry

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3110; CHE 3190 or CHE 3260

    This course provides an integrated study of techniques used for the investigation of organic reaction mechanisms and a survey of the nature of important organic reaction intermediates.
  

  • CHE 4020 - Synthetic Organic Chemistry

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3110, CHE 3130; CHE 3190 or CHE 3260

    A unified approach to classical and modern synthetic chemistry, including aspects of mechanism and stereochemistry.
  

  • CHE 4100 - Instrumental Analysis

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3000, CHE 3010, CHE 3100; CHE 3190 or 3250

    This course presents the theory and practice of instrumental methods of analysis. Topics include: electronics; atomic and emission spectroscopy; UV-VIS spectroscopy; fluorescence and phosphorescence spectrophotometry; emission and absorption spectroscopy; infrared spectrometry; Raman spectroscopy; NMR electro analytical methods; HPLC, GC, SPE, CE, and other chromatography methods.
  

  • CHE 4110 - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory

    2(0 + 6)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3000, CHE 3010, CHE 3100, CHE 3110; CHE 3190 or CHE 3250

    Corequisite: CHE 4100

    This course provides a laboratory study of instrumental methods employing electromagnetic radiation, magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, chromatography, and electrochemistry. Chemical literacy and report writing are emphasized.
  

  • CHE 4300 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

    3(3 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3190 or CHE 3260

    This course provides an advanced study of atomic and molecular structure, bonding and bond energies, coordination theory, x-ray crystallography, solvent systems, and periodic relationships of the elements. Advanced techniques of literature search and chemical literacy will be incorporated within the course.
  

  • CHE 4310 - Biochemistry I

    4(4 + 0)

    Prerequisite: CHE 3100

    This course is an introduction to the chemistry of living systems with emphasis placed on metabolism, bioenergetics, molecular strategy, and regulation. Applications to the related fields of nutrition, human physiology, and medicine are stressed.
 

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