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Academic Catalog 2018-2019 
    
Academic Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Art Studio

  
  • ARTST 370 - Interdisciplinary Design Studio


    4 credit(s)
    This course provides an opportunity to work on a real-world design problem under the guidance of guest professionals. Students will engage with all aspects of the design process. The design problem is determined by a steering group comprised of faculty, students, administrators, and staff and will typically consider sustainability in relation to the built environment, product development, landscape design, or community development. Theory to practice methodology emphasizes the development of communication, decision-making, and project management skills. In combination with the Integrative Design Seminar, this course provides a comprehensive pre-professional experience as a bridge to the post-college environment. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed) and ARTST 307 .
    Corequisite(s): ARTST 371 .
  
  • ARTST 371 - Interdisciplinary Design Seminar


    2 credit(s)
    The discussion/research companion to the Interdisciplinary Design Studio that provides a rigorous peer-review learning community in support of the design process. Students will engage in community-based research, discussion, literature review, critical analysis, and descriptive writing. Emphasis is on honing concept and context development abilities as a necessary precursor to producing a robust project proposal. This course draws on and integrates general education skills in reading, writing, thinking, and problem-solving as well as discipline-specific knowledge and understandings. May be repeated for credit.

    Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Civic Engagement.Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed credits) and ARTST 307 .
    Corequisite(s): ARTST 370 .
  
  • ARTST 372 - Interdisciplinary Design Seminar NM


    2 credit(s)
    This course gives non-art majors the opportunity to participate in the interdisciplinary design studio project in order to bring different perspectives, understandings, and skill-sets into the design process. Learning goals, expected outcomes and deliverables will be determined through discussion in relation to project needs and student interests at the beginning of the course. May be repeated for credit.

    Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirements: Civic Engagement, Sustainability, and Artistic Practice and Creative Process.Prerequisite(s): Declared major in any discipline and Junior Standing or above (60 or more completed credits).
  
  • ARTST 395 - Independent Study


    See department for details. Independent Study contract required.

  
  • ARTST 421 - Studio IV: Studio Production I


    2 credit(s)
    This is the first part of the capstone experience for senior art majors who are developing a body of work for the Senior Exhibition and Senior Project Day presentations. Students will meet throughout the semester with their Capstone Advisory Committee, a team of three art faculty mentors chosen in part by the student. Emphasis will be placed on concept development and appropriate craftsmanship. Students must sign up with the designated leader of their Capstone Advisory Committee. Intended to be taken in the fall of the senior year.

    Prerequisite(s): Declared Studio Art Major, Fine Art Track; Take ARTST 321  and ARTST 322  with minimum grade C-.
  
  • ARTST 422 - Seminar II: Presentation


    2 credit(s)
    Students will learn installation techniques for art and gallery protocol in preparation for mounting their senior exhibitions. Course work will also focus on documenting and developing a professional quality digital portfolio used for applying to graduate programs, pursuing various careers in art, and apply for grants and artist’s residencies. Visiting artists and other representatives from different art fields will be invited to talk about careers in art. Students will complete their e-portfolios. Participation in a group exhibition is required. Seminar II is taken in the spring of the senior year, concurrently with ARTST 423.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTST 421  with a minimum grade of C-.
    Corequisite(s): ARTST 423 .
  
  • ARTST 423 - Studio IV: Studio Production II


    2 credit(s)
    This course is the second part of the capstone experience for senior art majors who are developing a body of work for the Senior Exhibition and Senior Projects Day presentations. Students will meet throughout the semester with their Capstone Advisory Committee, a team of three art faculty mentors chosen in part by the student. Emphasis will be placed on completing and appropriately presenting artwork for the Senior Exhibition. Students must sign up with the designated leader of their Capstone Advisory Committee. Studio IV is intended to be taken the spring of the senior year, concurrently with ARTST 422.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTST 421  with minimum grade C-.
    Corequisite(s): ARTST 422 .
  
  • ARTST 426 - Photography III


    4 credit(s)
    This course deals with the traditional approach to achieving a “fine print.” Shooting techniques, print size and shape, and archival processes in darkroom procedures, including toning will be covered. Students will use medium-format cameras for their photography. The work of Adams, Weston, Strand, and others will be used as a historical perspective to understand various approaches to the “fine print.”

    Prerequisite(s): ARTST 326 .
  
  
  • ARTST 470 - Design Capstone


    1-4 credit(s)
    Design capstone fulfills the Research and substantive and individualized achievement in Design. Coursework also includes the completion of a portfolio directed towards graduate school or the career of choice to facilitate a successful transition from college.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTST 370 , ARTST 371 .
  
  • ARTST 475 - Internship


    1-14 credit(s)
    See department for details. Internship contract required.

  
  • ARTST 495 - Independent Study


    1-18 credit(s)
    See department for details. Independent study contract required.


Athletic Training

  
  • AT 502 - Orthopedic Evaluation: Lower Quadrant


    4 credit(s)
    Focuses on the evaluation of orthopedic and neuromuscular injuries of the lower quadrant (the lower extremities, thoracic and lumbar spine).  Will also include taking a medical history and performing a physical examination (including observations, palpations, A/P ROM, muscle testing, accessory motions and special tests for the lower quadrant).  Additional course material includes pertinent anatomy, physiology and kinesiolgy, and common lower quadrant pathologies in an active population. Offered in Fall.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Athletic Training Program
  
  • AT 503 - Orthopedic Evaluation: Upper Quadrant


    4 credit(s)
    Focuses on the evaluation of orthopedic and neuromuscular injuries of the upper quadrant (the upper extremities, cervicothoracic spine).  Will also include taking a medical history and performing a physical examination (including observations, palpations, A/P ROM, muscle testing, accessory motions and special tests for the upper quadrant).  Additional course material includes pertinent anatomy, physiology and kinesiolgy, and common upper quadrant pathologies in an active population. Offered in Spring.

    Prerequisite(s): AT 502  
  
  • AT 510 - Physical Agents & Mechanical Modalities


    3 credit(s)
    A comprehensive coverage of biophysical principles, physiological effects, clinical techniques and applications of modalities with an emphasis on problem solving and clinical decision making.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Athletic Training program.
  
  • AT 520 - Sports Psychology


    3 credit(s)
    This course will introduce the athletic training student to the psychosocial domains associated with a physically active population.  Concepts presented include psychological response to injury, stress, anxiety, motivation, personality, mental preparation, couseling, communication, and the grieving process. Prerequisite: Admission to the Athletic training Program.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Athletic Training program.
  
  • AT 530 - Prevention Sport Injuries I


    2 credit(s)
    This course will prepare the student athletic trainer to provide immediate care to the acutely injured athlete and to implement appropriate prevention strategies that may reduce an athlete’s risk of injury.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Athletic Training program.
  
  • AT 531 - Prevention Sport Injuries II


    3 credit(s)
    This course will continue the preparation of the athletic training student to provide immediate care to the acutely injured physically active individual and to implement appropriate prevention strategies that may reduce the risk of injury.

    Prerequisite(s): AT 530 .
  
  • AT 540 - Clinical Internship I


    5 credit(s)
    The athletic training student will complete a clinical educational experience with an affiliated preceptor.  The students will complete a minimum of 160 hours, performing skills learned during the Fall semester of their first year. Pass/No Pass.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Athletic Training program.
  
  • AT 541 - Clinical Internship II


    5 credit(s)
    The athletic training student will complete a clinical educational experience with an affiliated preceptor.  The students will complete a minimum of 160 hours, performing skills learned during Fall and Spring semesters of their first yearStudent athletic trainer will intern with a supervised athletic trainer for a minimum of 120 hours performing skills learned during the Fall and Spring Sessions during the first year of the program. Pass/No Pass.

    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all the courses in the preceding Fall semester.
  
  • AT 550 - Research Methods & Statistics


    2 credit(s)
    An introduction to the research process. Includes research design, ethical and legal considerations, hypothesis testing, review of statistical analysis and critical reviews of published research.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Athletic Training program.
  
  • AT 560 - Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice


    2 credit(s)
    This course is designed to prepare athletic training graduate students with knowledge and skills to make informed judgments about the validity, results, and applicability of clinical research. The course will emphasize formation of answerable clinical questions and effective literature search strategies. Students will become prepared to judge evidence regarding the accuracy and validity of diagnostic tests and effectiveness of clinical interventions.

  
  • AT 570 - Sports Nutrition


    4 credit(s)
    This course presents the role of nutrition in human performance and health maintenance. Concepts presented include baseline nutritional recommendations, dietary needs per sport performance (pre-, post-, and regular meals), physiological interaction, role of nutrition in mental health, the consumption of supplements, and the consumption of vitamins/minerals.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Athletic Training program.
  
  • AT 600 - General Medical Conditions


    5 credit(s)
    This course prepares the athletic training student to be able to identify and/or recognize athletes and physically active individuals who present with non-orthopedic medical conditions. Indications for treatment and/or referral for medical conditions of (but not limited to) the nervous system, urinary/reproductive system, cardiovascular/respiratory system, digestive system, endocrine system, and the integumentary system will be covered.

  
  • AT 620 - Admin in Athletic Training Settings


    2 credit(s)
    This course will present business and administrative facets to the delivery of healthcare in traditional athletic training settings and other healthcare settings that serve athletes and/or physically active individuals.

  
  • AT 640 - Clinical III


    8 credit(s)
    The athletic training student will complete a clinical educational experience with an affiliated preceptor.  The students will complete a minimum of 256 hours, performing skills learned during the previous semesters. Pass/No Pass.

    Prerequisite(s): AT 541  
  
  • AT 641 - Clinical IV


    8 credit(s)
    The athletic training student will complete a clinical educational experience with an affiliated preceptor.  The students will complete a minimum of 256 hours, performing skills learned during the previous semesters. Pass/No Pass.

    Prerequisite(s): AT 640  
  
  • AT 650 - Professionalism in Athletic Training


    1 credit(s)
    This course will identify the professional behaviors and responsibilities of the certified athletic trainer. The role of the certified athletic trainer in the delivery of healthcare, the moral and ethical responsibilities required when providing care and the role of the ATC as a member of the healthcare team will be discussed.

  
  • AT 661 - Research III: Data Collection


    2 credit(s)
    The course will guide the athletic training students through data collection for their research project.  This is a part of curricular activity that is selected and executed under the direction of a faculty member by those students completing a masters project.

    Prerequisite(s): AT 550   and AT 560  
  
  • AT 670 - T&C Athletes & Phys Active


    2 credit(s)
    This course will prepare the athletic training student to design and implement a therapeutic rehabilitation programs for physically active individuals. This course will emphasize the lower quadrant. This course will prepare the student to design and implement strength and conditioning training programs for athletes and physically active people.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Athletic Training program.
  
  • AT 671 - Rehabilitation Applications


    2 credit(s)
    This course will prepare the athletic training student to design and implement a therapeutic rehabilitation programs for physically active individuals. This course will emphasize the upper quadrant. Offered in Fall.

    Prerequisite(s): AT 670 .
  
  • AT 681 - Research IV: Analysis & Dissemination


    2 credit(s)
    The course allows the students to analyze and interpret the data collected during Research III: Data Collection (AT 661).  This is a part of curricular activity that is selected and executed under the direction of a faculty member by those students completing a masters project. The student will also prepare to disseminate the entirety of their research project to the scientific community through oral and/or written means.

    Prerequisite(s): AT 661  

Audiology

  
  • AUD 500 - Acoustics


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of basic acoustics, including basic waves, impedance, complex sounds, speech acoustics, and decibels. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 501 - Applied Hearing Science


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of perceptual aspects of sound, including an introduction to speech perception. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 510 - Outer & Middle Ear


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of the anatomy and physiology of the outer and middle ear. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 511 - Sensorineural/Central Pathway


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of the anatomy and physiology of the inner ear, VIII Nerve, and central auditory pathways. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 512 - Auditory Pathophysiology


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of basic pathophysiologies of the auditory system with a focus on basic diagnostics through case study presentations. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 513 - Pharmacology & Ototoxicity


    1 credit(s)
    Study of pharmacological and ototoxicity effects on the auditory system. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 514 - Auditory Processing Disorders


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of diagnosis and treatment of central auditory processing disorders. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 515 - Vestibular I


    1 credit(s)
    In-depth introduction to the vestibular system, with emphasis on vestibular anatomy and physiology. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 520 - Cerumen Management


    .5 credit(s)
    Basic principles, techniques, and instrumentation used for in-office cerumen management. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 530 - Audiologic Assessment I


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of basic audiologic assessment principles and techniques. Development of knowledge and skills in completing case history interview, otoscopy, pure tone audiometry, and masking. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 531 - Audiologic Assessment II


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of advanced audiologic assessment principles and techniques. Development of knowledge and skills in completing speech audiometry, tympanometry, acoustic reflex tests, and integration of test results. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 532 - OAEs & Advanced Assessment


    1.5 credit(s)
    Development of knowledge and skills in evaluating otoacoustic emissions (OAEs). Introduction to electrophysiologic assessment techniques. Advanced study of the design of examination protocols and integration of test results. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 534 - Evoked Potentials


    1.5 credit(s)
    Development of knowledge and skills in completing evoked potential assessment, including neuro-diagnostic ABR and threshold-search ABR. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 535 - Vestibular II


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of vestibular assessment techniques and integration of test results. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 536 - Advanced Evoked Potentials


    1 credit(s)
    Advanced study of evoked potential assessment, including ASSR, MLR, LLR, P300, and MMN. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 550 - Audiologic Rehabilitation


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of basic communication models and communication breakdowns resulting from hearing loss. Development of knowledge and skills in assessing communication problems, conversation management, and non-amplification intervention strategies. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 551 - Amplification I


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of basic amplification systems technology. Development of skills and knowledge for determining candidacy for amplification, selection and fitting of amplification systems, and measurement of outcomes. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 552 - Amplification II


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of advanced amplification technologies, fitting strategies, and patient outcome assessments, including real ear measures (REM). Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 553 - Counseling in Audiology


    1 credit(s)
    Study of counseling as applied to the practice of audiology, with emphasis on case-based study. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 555 - Hearing Conservation


    1 credit(s)
    Study of the deleterious effects of noise on humans. Study of environmental noise analysis and the development and implementation of hearing conservation programs. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 556 - Tinnitus & Hyperacusis


    1 credit(s)
    Study of tinnitus and hyperacusis etiologies. Development of knowledge and skills in assessing tinnitus characteristics, and implementation of intervention models for tinnitus and hyperacusis. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 557 - Implantable Devices


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of implantable amplification devices, such as cochlear implants, middle ear implants, and brainstem implants. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 558 - Advanced Amplification


    1 credit(s)
    Study of specialized amplification topics, including product comparisons among manufacturers, techniques for fitting hearing assistive technology and working with connectivity options, and device trouble-shooting. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 561 - Vestibular III


    1.5 credit(s)
    Advanced study of vestibular assessment techniques, vestibular pathologies, and differential diagnosis in vestibular practice. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 565 - CSD Foundations


    1 credit(s)
    Overview of basic communication sciences and disorders and their application to the profession of audiology. Review of speech and language development. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 568 - Audiologic Management of Musicians


    .5 credit(s)
    Study of basic concepts involved in working with musicians and music industry workers, including considerations for audiologic assessment, hearing conservation, hearing protective devices, in-ear monitors, and amplification. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 570 - Pediatric Foundations


    1.5 credit(s)
    Overview of embryology and genetics. Study of motor/cognitive/psychosocial development from birth through adolescence. Review of common syndromes encountered in audiologic practice. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 571 - Pediatric Assessment


    1.5 credit(s)
    Development of the knowledge and skills for behavioral and assessment techniques with pediatric patients. Study of auditory system disorders commonly encountered in pediatric patients. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 572 - Pediatric Intervention


    1.5 credit(s)
    Development of knowledge and skills for intervention strategies with pediatric patients, including audiologic (re)habilitation, communication options, issues relating to family dynamics, collaboration with other professionals, and the applications of amplification technology and cochlear implants to pediatric patients. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 573 - Geriatric Audiology


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of aging theory, multi-sensory disabilities, and relevant pathologies in geriatric patients. Development of knowledge and skills in modifications of standard assessment and intervention techniques with geriatric patients. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 575 - Educational Audiology


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of the delivery of audiology services to a school-based population. Includes screening programs, classroom acoustics, classroom-based amplification, and applicable federal laws. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 577 - Advanced Implantable Devices


    .5 credit(s)
    Advanced study of implantable amplification devices, focusing on cochlear implant programming, troubleshooting, and outcome measures. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 578 - Differential Diagnosis


    1.5 credit(s)
    Study of evidence-based, clinical decision-making in audiology, with emphasis on case-based study. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 579 - Topics in Audiology


    .5-2 credit(s)
    Study of special topics related to audiology. Covered topics may vary from course to course. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • AUD 580 - Research Fundamentals


    1.5 credit(s)
    Introduction to concepts in research design and methodology. Study of applications of research to clinical practice and evidence-based practice. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 581 - Capstone Project I


    1 credit(s)
    Introduction to the capstone project. Group work to develop a team-based, evidence-based capstone project. Includes consideration of IRB requirements. Pass/No Pass

  
  • AUD 582 - Capstone Project II


    1 credit(s)
    Completion of the capstone project begun during AUD 581 Capstone Project I. Includes professional presentation and written component. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 583 - Ethics in Audiology


    1 credit(s)
    Study of ethics in the profession of audiology and its impact on clinical practice and professional decision-making. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 585 - Professional Issues in Audiology


    .5-2 credit(s)
    Study of professional issues in audiology. Covered issues may vary from course to course. May be repeated for credit. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 586 - Practice Management


    2 credit(s)
    Study of private practice in audiology, and the development and implementation of business plans for a practice. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 589 - Audiology Lab


    1 credit(s)
    Supervised practice with clinical equipment, materials, and techniques in the audiology teaching and simulation labs for all first-year audiology students. Taken three times for a total of 3 credits. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 590 - Seminar I


    2 credit(s)
    Weekly seminar for all first-year AuD students. Emphasis on practicing basic skills and integrating class work with clinical experiences. Includes individual and group presentations and case studies, and discussion of professional topics. Taken three times for a total of 6 credits. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 591 - Introduction to Clinical Practicum


    2 credit(s)
    Guided observation activities and introduction to clinical practicum at approved clinical sites, which may include the on-campus Pacific EarClinic and/or off-campus sites. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 592 - Clinical Practicum I


    2 credit(s)
    Supervised clinical practicum at approved clinical sites, which may include the on-campus Pacific EarClinic and/or off-campus sites. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 593 - Clinical Practicum II


    2 credit(s)
    Additional supervised clinical practicum at approved clinical sites, which may include the on-campus Pacific EarClinic and/or off-campus sites. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 689 - Advanced Audiology Lab


    0.5 credit(s)
    Advanced practice with clinical equipment, materials, and techniques in the audiology teaching and simulation labs for all second-year audiology students. Taken three times for a total of 1.5. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 690 - Seminar II


    2 credit(s)
    Weekly seminar for all second-year AuD students. Emphasis on practicing advanced skills and integrating class work with clinical experiences. Includes individual and group presentations and case-studies, and discussion of professional topics and issues. Taken three times for a total of 6. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 691 - Clinical Internship I


    5 credit(s)
    First rotation of a full-time supervised clinical internship, typically for nine weeks, at an approved clinical site. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 692 - Clinical Internship II


    5 credit(s)
    Second rotation of a full-time supervised clinical internship, typically for nine weeks, at an approved clinical site. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 693 - Clinical Internship III


    3.5 credit(s)
    Third rotation of a full-time supervised clinical internship, typically for six weeks, at an approved clinical site. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 699 - Independent Study


    0.5-10.0 credit(s)
    Independent study in a focused area related to audiology. An Independent Study Contract must be approved by the relevant instructor and school administration before registration for independent study is allowed. May be repeated for credit. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 789 - Comprehensive Review


    0.5 credit(s)
    Comprehensive curriculum review course for all third-year audiology students. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 790 - Seminar III


    1 credit(s)
    Weekly seminar for all third-year AuD students. Focus on the integration of practical knowledge and the application of theories, models, and techniques from preceding courses, applying these to specific operational issues in audiologic practice. Includes discussion of case studies, interprofessional health care management, professionalism, and ethical and regulatory issues. Taken three times for a total of 3. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 791 - Clinical Externship I


    10 credit(s)
    First part of a full-time supervised clinical externship as part of a year-long externship at an approved clinical site. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 792 - Clinical Externship II


    10 credit(s)
    Second part of a full-time supervised clinical externship as part of a year-long externship at an approved clinical site. Pass/No Pass.

  
  • AUD 793 - Clinical Externship III


    10 credit(s)
    Third part of a full-time supervised clinical externship as part of a year-long externship at an approved clinical site. Pass/No Pass.


Bioinformatics

  
  • BINF 275 - Internship


    See department for details. Independent Study contract required.

  
  • BINF 475 - Internship in Bioinformatics


    See department for details. Internship contract required.

  
  • BINF 490 - Senior Capstone


    2 credit(s)
    A capstone experience consisting of a field experience in an industrial or academic setting. Application of theories is emphasized. Arrangements for the course must be completed at least two weeks prior to the term in which the course is taken. The capstone experience must be taken during the senior year. Instructor’s consent required.

    Prerequisite(s): 16 of BIOL courses and 12 of CS courses, all with a minimum grade of C-.
  
  • BINF 495 - Independent Research


    See department for details. Independent study contract required.


Biology

  
  • BIOL 145 - Marine Biology for Nonscience Majors


    4 credit(s)
    An introduction to organisms and processes in the marine environment. Organismal adaptations and interactions of organisms with the environment are stressed. Includes some aspects of environmental and economic issues as they relate to biology of the ocean. Some weekend field trips required. Additional fee required. Does not count toward a Biology major or minor.

  
  
  • BIOL 160 - Selected Topics for Non-Science Majors


    2 or 4 credit(s)
    Study of a particular field of biology selected by the instructor and approved by the Biology department. Lab activities may be a part of the course. This course is designed for non-science majors. Some topics may require the instructor’s consent. Refer to the online course schedule to verify if instructor consent is required for the offered topic. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.

    Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Scientific Perspectives of the Natural World.
  
  • BIOL 165 - Natural History Galapagos & Ecuador Prep


    2 credit(s)
    Preparation course for a January travel class to explore and study the Galapagos Islands and Ecuador - some of the most biologically diverse regions in the world. Students will study the biodiversity, adaptations, and natural history of species in Galapagos and the Andes cloud forest. Students will read introductory and popular science literature that will introduce them to the biological, ecological, and environmental issues specific to the regions that will be visited in January, and will begin to develop skills in observation and field drawing. Instructor’s Consent required. Offered alternate years

    Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Scientific Perspectives of the Natural World.
  
  • BIOL 166 - Natural History Galapagos/Ecuador Travel


    2 credit(s)
    Travel class to explore and study the Galapagos Islands and Ecuador - some of the most biologically diverse regions in the world. Students will study the biodiversity, adaptations, and natural history of species in Galapagos and the Andes cloud forest. During the travel course, students will apply knowledge from introductory and popular science literature to experiences with the biological, ecological, and environmental issues of the regions visited, while continuing to develop skills in observation and field drawing. This course has additional fees associated with winter term travel to Galápagos and Ecuador. Offered alternate years.

    Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirements: International Perspectives and Scientific Perspectives of the Natural World.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 165 .
  
  • BIOL 170 - Human Genetics


    4 credit(s)
    This course introduces students to the study of inheritance in all of its manifestations, from the distribution of human traits in a family pedigree to the biochemistry of the genetic material in our chromosomes, DNA. The course examines the inheritance of traits in individuals and families, how traits evolve and are maintained in human populations, the molecular basis for those traits, and the Human Genome Project. Does not count toward a Biology major or minor.

  
  • BIOL 195 - Independent Study


    See department for details. Independent study contract required.

  
  • BIOL 200 - Intro Biology: Flow of Energy


    4 credit(s)
    This course will emphasize the flow of energy in biological systems, and integrate across all levels of biological organization. Topics include: macromolecules, thermodynamics and energy, metabolism, photosynthesis and cellular respiration, homeostasis, physiology, ecology and trophic interactions, and ecosystem dynamics. Math placement into Calculus I is required to take this course in the Fall of the freshman year.

    Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Scientific Perspectives of the Natural World.
    Corequisite(s): BIOL 200L .
 

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