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ACCT 201 - Financial Accounting
Financial accounting provides a survey of financial accounting principles and concepts. It covers the accounting cycle, income determination, and financial reporting. Focus will be on financial statements, accounting systems, internal control, current assets, current liabilities, plant assets, and corporate accounting.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 161 or MATH 122 , MATH 125 , MATH 133 , MATH 139 , or MATH 170 and Sophomore Standing
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 203 - Managerial Accounting
A course that emphasizes the role of accounting information within a firm. Topics include budgeting, responsibility accounting, cost allocations, cost behavior, decision models, product costing, cost control, cash flows, and analysis of financial statements.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 299 - Special Topics
A course which allows students to study in an area of accounting that is not normally available in the curriculum. Topics of special interest will be offered when there is sufficient interest or need. As course topics change, a student may repeat the course for credit. Some topics may have specified prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 301 - Cost Accounting
An intermediate course in accounting in preparation, analysis and interpretation of accounting and financial data for product costing and decision making. This course includes quantitative and electronic spreadsheet techniques applicable to cost accounting.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 203 with a grade of C or better.
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 302 - Income Tax Accounting
An introduction to taxation with emphasis on income concepts, tax accounting methods, exclusions, deductions, credits, prepayments, business income, capital gains and losses, and the tax planning process.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 203 with a grade of C or better.
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 341 - Intermediate Accounting I
A course in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the conceptual framework for accounting. Emphasis is placed on theory of accounts, construction of accounts, and accounting measurements relating to operating and financing activities of the entity.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 203 with a grade of C or better.
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 342 - Intermediate Accounting II
Continuation of ACCT 341 . A course emphasizing GAAP relating to investing activities, accounting changes, EPS, and financial statement analysis.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 341 with a grade of C or better
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 395 - Independent Study in Accounting
An individual problem course designed to give the interested student additional experience in an accounting-related project. The student will work under the direction of a faculty member on some project of mutual interest. At the end of the semester a report on the project will be submitted to the School of Business faculty.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 342 with a grade of C or better, approval of the Dean of the School of Business
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 399 - Special Topics
A course which allows students to study in an area of accounting that is not normally available in the curriculum. Topics of special interest will be offered when there is sufficient interest or need. As course topics change, a student may repeat the course for credit. Some topics may have specified prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 441 - Advanced Accounting
A course in the financial accounting principles and information systems used in accounting for business combinations and partnerships, foreign currency transactions, derivatives, and governmental accounting. This is a problems course and is essential for those students who desire to take one or more professional accounting examinations.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 342 with a grade of C or better
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 442 - Auditing
A course examining the conceptual approach to auditing, professional, and ethical standards; principles; and procedures relating to preparation for the audit, the conduct and performance of the audit, and the preparation of audit reports.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 341 with a grade of C or better
Co-requisite(s): ACCT 342
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 495 - Independent Study in Accounting
An individual problem course designed to give the interested student additional experience in an accounting-related project. The student will work under the direction of a faculty member on some project of mutual interest. At the end of the semester a report on the project will be submitted to the School of Business faculty.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 342 with a grade of C or better, approval of the Dean of the School of Business
Credits: 3 hours
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ACCT 499 - Special Topics
A course which allows students to study in an area of accounting that is not normally available in the curriculum. Topics of special interest will be offered when there is sufficient interest or need. As course topics change, a student may repeat the course for credit. Some topics may have specified prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 105 - Drawing
Learn to accurately sight proportional relationships, values, and edge qualities from a reference, and then correctly record those observations in drawing mediums.
Prerequisite(s): Studio Art or Graphic Design major or minor
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 152 - Pottery: Wheel Techniques
An introduction into basic wheel-throwing techniques with clay and glazing. Emphasis on function, aesthetics, and design. Historical and contemporary perspectives on clay will also be explored.
Credits: 3 hours (Spring)
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ART 161 - Art Appreciation
A beginning course into the study of the principles, elements, artists, styles and movements of art. This course is for non-art majors.
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 170 - Basic Design I
Acquire a foundational understanding of the visual elements and principles of design by constructing black and white compositions in a variety of mediums.
Prerequisite(s): Studio Art or Graphic Design major or minor
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 171 - Basic Design II
Refine understanding of design principles acquired in “Basic Design I”. Learn principles of color theory, and develop mastery in incorporating color into compositions.
Prerequisite(s): ART 170
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 205 - Drawing II
Create observational drawings with a greater emphasis on interpreting form a visual reference rather than accuracy in copying a visual reference. Hone design skills by emphasizing composition over accuracy.
Prerequisite(s): ART 105 and ART 171
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 211 - Art History I
A historical and cultural examination of art from the Paleolithic through Gothic ages. Additional focus on the styles, design, materials, and processes connected to art produced by various cultures within the aforementioned time frame. Coursework includes lecture, discussion, and a research project.
Prerequisite(s): Art major, minor, or ART 161
Credits: 3 hours (Fall)
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ART 212 - Art History II
A historical and cultural examination of art from the Renaissance through the Postmodern art movement. Additional focus on the styles, design, materials, and processes connected to art produced by various cultures within the aforementioned time frame. Coursework includes lecture, discussion, and a research project.
Prerequisite(s): Art major, minor, or ART 161
Credits: 3 hours (Spring)
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ART 220 - Graphic Design
A course focused on design applications, tools, and industry practices. Include file management practices, RFP creation, response writing, pitching, ideation and thorough industry overview. Introduction to illustration and image manipulation software relevant to the graphic design industries.
Prerequisite(s): ART 170
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 241 - Painting I
Build foundational technique in painting mediums. Fortify observational painting and drawing skills such as matching value, color, edge quality, and proportion.
Prerequisite(s): ART 105 and ART 171
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 252 - Ceramics: Hand Building with Clay
Students will explore a variety of hand-building techniques with clay, including pinch methods, coil-building and slab-building. A range of surface finishes, including glazes, will be explored. Coursework includes lectures, demonstrations, applied project work and critiques.
Credits: 3 hours (Fall)
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ART 291 - Printmaking
An introduction course to relief, intaglio, and mono type printing processes. Exploration of various tools, chemicals, inks and papers.
Prerequisite(s): ART 105 and ART 205
Credits: 3 hours (Spring)
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ART 313 - History of Graphic Design
A survey course from the Industrial Revolution to present. An examination of the development of advertising, designers, illustrators, photographers and typographers through major movements and styles.
Credits: 3 hours (Fall, even years)
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ART 320 - Image Editing
In this course based on raster-based digital image manipulation, students become acquainted with the concepts, hardware and software related to digital image acquisition, advanced image editing, manipulation, color management, masking, layering, advanced retouching, scanning and output.
Prerequisite(s): ART 170
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 325 - Video Production and Editing
Students will develop advanced editing skills while communicating message and telling stories through the introduction of various media and technology. Examining the latest advances in video, graphics, color grading, editing, and the important role these new technologies play in digital video production will be employed.
Prerequisite(s): ART 170
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 330 - Typography
This course studies various lettering techniques and the history and foundation of letterforms. The placement of display and text type in a formatted space, and the relationship between the appearance and readability of letterforms are also studied.
Prerequisite(s): ART 170
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 341 - Painting II
Build on technical mastery of painting mediums acquired in Painting I. Develop the ability to communicate content through painting mediums. Demonstrate a solid understanding of the principles of design.
Prerequisite(s): ART 241
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 356 - Sculpture
Students will explore techniques of both additive and subtractive processes to create three-dimensional works which apply sculptural elements such as space, mass and texture. Coursework includes lectures, demonstrations, applied project work and critiques.
Prerequisite(s): ART 252
Credits: 3 hours (every odd Spring)
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ART 382 - Pottery: Wheel Techniques
An introduction into basic wheel-throwing techniques with clay and glazing. Emphasis on function, aesthetics, and design. Historical and contemporary perspectives on clay will be explored.
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 465 - Internship
A course that allows a student to receive credit for work experience gained in a visual arts related placement. The student must complete 160 hours of work during the internship semester.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
Credits: 3 hours (Offered as required)
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ART 470 - Design for Packaging
Exploration of the design process in package design and the challenges of adapting 2D design to 3D forms, both simple and complex. Projects will explore materials, structure, aesthetics, production methods, marketing objectives and budgetary constraints.
Prerequisite(s): ART 330
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 480 - Web Design
An introduction to the terms, technologies, trends and best practices of the interactive design industry. Students design, develop, and upload a simple website using HTML and basic CSS. The importance of writing valid and semantic code is emphasized. Basic web site production stages and requirements such as naming conventions, file organization, project development life cycle, and image optimization are also covered.
Prerequisite(s): ART 330
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 495 - Special Projects
A special projects course designed by the student in conjunction with a member of the visual arts faculty who will direct and supervise the project.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 498 - Senior Studio
Pursue self-directed projects in preparation for the Senior Exhibition. Develop an artist statement including a description of the content and historical influences of a body of artwork.
Prerequisite(s): Studio Art or Graphic Design major with senior standing
Credits: 3 hours
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ART 499 - Senior Exhibition/Portfolio
An advanced and final course in organization, exhibition, portfolio preparation and review, resumes, artist statements, press releases, invitations. Seniors are required to pass the final 499 portfolio review.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing
Credits: 3 hours (Spring)
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BIOL 101 - General Biology I
This course is an introduction to the principles of cellular biology. Topics include the process of science, experimental methods, basic chemistry, organic molecules, cell structure, cell transport, energy transfer, molecular biology, cellular reproduction, and genetics. Three hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): Biology, Comprehensive Science Education, Elementary Education, Exercise Science, or Health and Physical Education major or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 102 - General Biology II
This course integrates a survey of the diversity of life with an introduction to evolutionary concepts. Additional topics may include development, form and function, ecology, and the science of contemporary issues related to humans and the environment. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): Biology, Comprehensive Science Education, or Elementary Education major or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 105 - Introduction to Biological Sciences
This General Education course is focused on helping students gain a deeper understanding of how scientific knowledge is accumulated and evaluated. The course first provides an introduction to the process of science. Students then examine some of the scientific evidence underlying evolutionary theory. Finally, students apply their understanding of science to read primary sources and investigate a biological topic in depth. This course is appropriate for students who do not intend to major in the natural sciences and does not count as a science elective for biology majors.
Credits: 3 hours
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BIOL 201 - Principles of Ecology
This is a study of the interactions of organisms as they relate to their biotic and abiotic environments. Population dynamics and evolution at the ecosystem level are emphasized as influenced by human activity. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102
Credits: 4 hours (Spring)
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BIOL 210 - Biological Evolution
Evolutionary theory is the unifying concept of biology. This course will survey the history of evolutionary thought, the mechanisms and patterns of evolutionary change, and the methods scientists use to study evolution. Topics explored include evolution by natural selection and genetic drift, adaptation, genomics, speciation and extinction, and applications of evolution in modern medicine.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102
Credits: 3 credit hours
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BIOL 211 - Environmental Science
An introduction to current environmental issues, policies, and regulations. The course examines the multi-disciplinary aspects of energy, air and water pollution, biodiversity and habitat loss, population growth and land use, environmental justice, and global climate change. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): and
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 221 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
This course provides a comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body at the cell and organ system levels. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, and histology. Students will investigate several body systems, including, but not limited to, the skeletal, muscular, special senses, and nervous systems. Additionally, students will focus on how these systems maintain homeostasis within the body. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in BIOL 101
Credits: 4 hours (Fall)
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BIOL 222 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
This is the second in a two-course series in anatomy and physiology. It provides a comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body at the cell and organ system levels. Students will investigate several body and systems, including, but not limited to, the autonomic nervous, respiratory, circulatory, and reproductive systems. Additionally, students will focus on how these systems maintain homeostasis within the body. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 221 or permission of the instructor
Credits: 4 hours (Spring)
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BIOL 270 - Plant Diversity
This is a study of the phylogeny, comparative morphology, and evolution of the major plants divisions. Field collections are included. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102
Credits: 4 hours (Fall of even years)
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BIOL 299 - Special Topics
This course allows students to study an area of biology that is not normally available in the curriculum. Topics of special interest to the students and faculty will be offered in the course rotation when there is sufficient interest or need. As course topics change a student may repeat the course for credit.
Credits: 1-4 hours
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BIOL 320 - Limnology
Limnology is the scientific study of inland waters. Topics include an introduction to the physical and chemical properties of water (particularly as they relate to aquatic ecosystems), energy flow and chemical cycles in aquatic systems, and the diversity and ecology of aquatic organisms. Laboratory exercises emphasize the use of standard limnological methods, identification and classification of aquatic organisms, and use of the scientific method to explore questions about aquatic environments.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 201
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 325 - Introduction to Biochemistry
A study of the function of major organic molecules and accessory molecules as it relates to metabolic processes and pathways. Topics in signal transduction, structure-function relationships and current biochemical techniques are included in both the lecture and laboratory. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 275
Credits: 4 hours (Spring)
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BIOL 335 - Animal Behavior
This course will survey animal behavior from a broadly comparative perspective. The physical, social, ecological, developmental, and evolutionary influences on the behavior of animals will be surveyed. The history of the field and the methods used in the study of animal behavior will be examined. The ethical issues surrounding the use of animals in research will be discussed. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 341 - Microbiology
This is a study of the morphology and physiology of microorganisms with emphasis on bacteria. Introduction to beneficial and disease causing microbes is included. Consideration is given to terrestrial and aquatic microbiology. Laboratory consists of standard techniques and procedures as well as some biotechnology techniques. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102 , and CHEM 101 and CHEM 102 ; CHEM 275 recommended
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 345 - Vertebrate Natural History
This is a comparative study of vertebrate diversity. Topics include the origin and evolution of vertebrates, phylogeny, classification, the relationship between form and function, and an introduction to unique evolutionary adaptations (morphological, behavioral, and physiological) of different vertebrate groups. Ecology and life history strategies of representative members of each group are explored. Laboratory sessions emphasize morphology, identification and natural history of local fauna. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 350 - Plant Physiology
This is a study of the physiological processes in plants (photosynthesis, water movement, growth and development, and chemical control) and the influence environmental stress has on these processes. Three hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 360 - Wildlife and Fisheries Biology
This is the study of native and introduced wildlife populations. This study includes identification, census taking, management, and population dynamics of wildlife. Factors which limit and enhance populations are included. Extensive field work in local wetlands is included. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 102
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 370 - Invertebrate Zoology
This is a study of the phylogeny, comparative morphology, physiology, and evolution of invertebrates. Field collections may be included. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 391 - Seminar
This is a faculty directed study of a selected topic resulting in oral and written reports.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of instructor
Credits: 3 hours
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BIOL 392 - Directed Research
This is faculty-supervised original research in biology or related fields for students of upper level standing. Requires a minimum of six hours work per week, written work and an oral presentation.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of instructor
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 399 - Special Topics
This course allows students to study an area of biology that is not normally available in the curriculum. Topics of special interest to the students and faculty will be offered in the course rotation when there is sufficient interest or need. As course topics change a student may repeat the course for credit.
Credits: 1-4 hours
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BIOL 401 - Genetics
This is a study of the principles of inheritance and gene expresssion regulation as they relate to prokaryotic and eukaryotic model organisms and genetic diversity among populations. Topics in statistical analysis and computational biology are included in both the lecture and laboratory. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101 and BIOL 102 , CHEM 101 and CHEM 102 . CHEM 275 and CHEM 325 recommended
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 420 - Wetlands Biology
This is a study of hydric soils, and the vegetation and animals they support. This study includes bogs, marshes, swamps, river flood plains, and pocosin ecosystems. The preservation, restoration, and management of wetlands is stressed. Extensive field work in local wetlands is included. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 201
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 430 - Marine Biology
This is a study of the biology of salt water ecosystems including open ocean, estuarine and beach zone habitats. Includes the composition and distribution of organisms and their adaptations to the salt-water environment. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 201
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 472 - Methods and Materials for Teaching High School Biology
A study of teaching techniques and resource materials for teaching biology in secondary schools. Emphasis will be placed on ensuring that students understand the competencies high school students are expected to acquire, and teaching strategies that are unique to the field of biology. A field component is required, including fifteen (15) hours of field experience.
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 201 and Admission to the Teacher Education Program
Credits: 3 hours
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BIOL 491 - Senior Seminar
This is a senior level faculty directed study of a selected topic. Students will work to synthesize material learned during the previous years of study in both General Education courses and major courses to produce oral and written reports. This course is open to senior level students only and may be used to satisfy the Senior Capstone requirement.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of instructor
Credits: 3 hours (Spring)
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BIOL 492 - Directed Research
This is senior level faculty supervised original research in biology or related fields. Students will spend approximately 6 hours per week on work to synthesize material learned during the previous years of study in both General Education courses and major courses, to design an original research project, master the relevant literature, collect data, perform appropriate statistical analyses, and present the project to an appropriate audience. This course is open to senior level students only and may be used to satisfy the Senior Capstone requirement.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of instructor
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOL 493 - Cooperative Internship Experience
This is a faculty supervised science related work experience in an off-campus situation. The work experience must be a minimum of 200 hours. This course can be used to satisfy the senior capstone requirement if the student also completes BIOL 494 . See the Department of Biology Internship Agreement Manual for information and details.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of Advisor, Departmental Chairperson, and cooperating Organization
Credits: 2 hours
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BIOL 494 - Cooperative Internship Presentation
This is the on-campus portion of the cooperative internship experience BIOL 493 . The course requires oral and written reports summarizing the off-campus experience. See the Department of Biology Internship Agreement Manual for more information and details.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 493
Credits: 2 hours
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BIOL 499 - Special Topics
This course allows students to study an area of biology that is not normally available in the curriculum. Topics of special interest to the students and faculty will be offered in the course rotation when there is sufficient interest or need. As course topics change a student may repeat the course for credit.
Credits: 1-4 hours
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BUS 161 - Business Mathematics
A study of mathematics for business, including ratios, proportions, percentages, simple and compound interest, annuities, loans, mathematical operations, and applications in basic algebra.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 095 or satisfactory placement test score; Business majors and Accounting minors only
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 210 - Applied Business Ethics
A study of the application of ethical principles in the business environment. The course contains case studies, anaylsis of current business situations, codes of ethics, ethics in international business, and the study of methods of assuring appropriate behaviors by management, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 150 , business majors, and third semester status.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 220 - Foundations of Marketing Theory
A study of the process of planning and executing the conception, pricing, and distribution of ideas, goods, services, organizations and events to create and maintain relationships that will satisfy individual and organizational objectives. Emphasis is placed on the marketing mix elements (product, price, distribution, and promotion) and their interrelated role in satisfying final and organizational consumers.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing, BUS 150 , BUS 110 , or SSPE 340
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 261 - Foundations of Management Theory
An introduction to the principles of management that addresses themes and issues directly relevant to the current, fast-shifting business environment. Emphasis will be on students’ understanding of their own management capabilities. Topics include handling ethical dilemmas, sharpening diagnostic skills for management problem solving, and understanding the challenges of managing today’s organizations.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing, BUS 150 , BUS 110 , or SSPE 340
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 285 - Legal Environment of Business
A study of the legal and ethical environment in which businesses operate. Topics covered include contracts, torts, agency and business associations, government regulation of businesses, leases, and labor and employment law.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 299 - Special Topics
A course which allows students to study in an area of business that is not normally available in the curriculum. Topics of special interest will be offered when there is sufficient interest or need. As course topics change, a student may repeat the course for credit. Some topics have specified prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 301 - Principles of Finance
An introductory course dealing with the principles and practices of financial management within a business firm. Topics covered include time value of money, financial statement analysis, capital structure, capital budgeting, working capital requirements, acquisition of funds, and an overview of financial markets.
Prerequisite(s): Grades of C or better in ACCT 203 , BUS 161 , or MATH 133 , ECON 250 , Junior Standing, and Business major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 302 - Organizational Theory and Behavior
An analysis of the elements of organizational behavior. Topics include effective communication, managing conflict, motivation, morale, dynamics of change, leadership, stress, ethics, etiquette, and understanding management.
Prerequisite(s): , Junior Standing, and Business major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 321 - Advertising and Sales Promotion
A study of the principles and techniques surrounding advertising and sales promotion activities in business. Emphasis is placed on the role of advertising and other promotional mix elements in the integrated marketing communications program of an organization.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 220 , Business major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 322 - Selling
A study of the fundamental principles of selling, including consultative selling, strategic selling, partnering, value-added selling, and sales force automation. Other topics include career opportunities, ethics, prospecting, presentation strategies, and communication styles and skills.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 220 , Business major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 324 - Business Communications
A course to develop skill in the techniques of business communications. Emphasis is on the basic principles and procedures of creating and analyzing business reports and letters. Presentations and group decision-making exercises are used to develop skill in oral communications. The nature and problems of individual, interpersonal, and organizational communications in business are studied.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 150 or BUS 110 , Junior Standing, and Business major.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 325 - Entrepreneurship
A study of creating a new enterprise and an examination of the requirements for its successful operation. The course focuses on the unique properties associated with planning, organizing, initiating, and managing an innovative venture.
Prerequisite(s): , Junior Standing, and Business major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 329 - Consumer Behavior
A study of the behavior that consumers display in searching for, purchasing, using, evaluating, and disposing of products, services, and ideas. Emphasis is placed on the major factors influencing how consumers process and learn information and the techniques marketers use to influence consumer attitudes and behaviors.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 220 , Junior Standing, and Business major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 338 - Marketing Research
A course examining the collection, interpretation, and presentation of marketing data. Emphasis is placed on survey and experimental design, the creation of survey and opinion-gathering instruments, and sales forecasting. Course requires intensive use of statistical and analytical techniques and computer software packages.
Prerequisite(s): Grades of C or better in BUS 220 , BUS 329 , IS 300 , and MATH 160 , Junior Standing.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 363 - Operations Management
This course provides a study of the drivers of quality, customer satisfaction, efficiency and productivity in service and manufacturing enterprises. Topics include product and service design, capacity planning, forecasting, quality management, facility location and layout, materials management, scheduling, project management, and supply chain management.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 261 , Business Major or Minor, Junior Standing
Co-requisite(s): IS 300
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 371 - Information Management
A course covering basic concepts about the allocation and use of information resources throughout an organization. Emphasis is on using information to optimize strategic decision-making, to develop robust competitive advantages in the marketplace, and to develop stronger relationships with current and potential customers.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 150 or BUS 110 ; IS 110 or IS 101
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 375 - Social Media Marketing
A study of the use of social media tools and technology for marketing purposes. Students will explore and use techiques for integrating social media marketing as a fundamental part of marketing campaigns to build brand awareness and promote business.
Prereq/Corequisites: BUS 220
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 380 - Human Resources Management
Principles and practices involved in the management of an effective work force. Topics include policies, procedures, and techniques utilized in the procurement and management of personnel.
Prerequisite(s): , Junior Standing, Business major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 390 - Business Colloquium
This course focuses on the skills, processes, and issues involved in the transition between students as undergraduates and entry into the business profession.
Prerequisite(s): Business major, Junior standing.
Credits: 1 hour
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BUS 399 - Special Topics
A course which allows students to study in an area of business that is not normally available in the curriculum. Topics of special interest will be offered when there is sufficient interest or need. As course topics change, a student may repeat the course for credit. Some topics have specified prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 420 - Marketing Management
Focus is on developing the strategic manager in the comprehensive marketing field. Addresses overall strategies in a dramatically changing marketplace. Applies knowledge from previous course work to problems faced by marketing managers in private, public, and not-for-profit organizations.
Prerequisite(s): Grades of C or better in BUS 220 and BUS 329
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 440 - Leadership Theory and Development
Explores the nature of leadership in theory and practice. Emphasizes that leaders are needed at all levels in organizations. In addition to studying leaders, this course uses self-assessment as an initial step in creating a plan for the development of students’ leadership skills.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 261 , Junior Standing, and Business major or minor.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 452 - Global Environment of Business
A study of the impact of the global marketplace on national and multinational businesses. The course focuses on the application of the theories of international trade and finance, economic development, marketing and business management.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 250 , ECON 251 , BUS 220 , and BUS 261 , Senior standing, Business major.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 484 - Project Management and Practice
A course providing an overview of techniques and tools employed to successfully initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close tactical and strategic business projects. Topics include controlling scope, creating schedules, developing and managing cost baselines and budgets, ensuring quality, managing risk, optimizing human resources, ensuring effective communications, implementing and closing procurement contracts, and managing project integration.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 261 and IS 300 , Senior Standing, and Business major.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 489 - B.A. in Business Capstone
A culminating experience for students in the B.A. in Business major. The course requires an approved research project resulting in a major paper. Periodic meetings with a faculty guide are required. Course is normally taken in the final semester before graduation.
Prerequisite(s): BA in Business major, Senior standing, ACCT 201 , ACCT 203 , BUS 220 , BUS 261 , BUS 285 , BUS 390 , and BUS 452 .
Credits: 3
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BUS 490 - Business Internship
Faculty-directed, supervised business-related employment experience in an off-campus work situation or voluntary service activity. Regular conferences are held with a designated faculty coordinator, and periodic written reports and an oral presentation are required (except no oral presentation is required of those taking the course for only 1 credit hour.) Available to juniors or seniors who meet the published criteria, make application, are recommended by the School of Business faculty, and are approved by the Dean of the School of Business prior to enrollment in the course. Credit hours determined by magnitude of the internship in accordance with School of Business Policies.
Prerequisite(s): Business major, junior standing, and approval by the Dean of the School of Business.
Credits: 1, 2, or 3 hours
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BUS 492 - Business Strategy
An integrative, capstone course that analyzes problem-solving and decision making techniques using case studies. The course applies knowledge gained from the study of various functional areas of business, and develops business strategies to achieve and enhance competitive advantage in a dynamic, global business environment. This course is normally taken during the final semester before graduation.
Prerequisite(s): Grades of C or better in ACCT 203 ; BUS 220 , BUS 261 , BUS 301 , BUS 324 ; and IS 300 ; Senior Standing; and Business Administration major.
Credits: 3 hours
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BUS 499 - Special Topics
A course which allows students to study in an area of business that is not normally available in the curriculum. Topics of special interest will be offered when there is sufficient interest or need. As course topics change, a student may repeat the course for credit. Some topics have specified prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
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CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I
Emphasizes the foundational principles, theories, laws of chemistry; connections are made to the life sciences and interdisciplinary ideas. Topics include tools of quantitative chemistry, matter, atomic, and molecular structure, bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, acids and bases, energy, and gases and their properties. The laboratory provides an active learning environment for students to strengthen their understanding of chemistry and develop problem-solving skills through data collection and analysis. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Co-requisite(s): MATH 133
Credits: 4 hours (Fall)
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CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II
A continuation of CHEM 101 with equilibrium and its many modifications being a central topic. Specific topics include crystal structure, kinetics, equilibrium constants, LeChatelier’s principle, solubility product constants, spontaneity, and electrochemistry. The laboratory emphasizes data collection and analysis. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101 , MATH 133
Credits: 4 hours (Spring)
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