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(College of Business)
ACT 201 Practical
Accounting Procedures
4 cr.
Study of basic principles and procedures in
clerical, technical, or secretarial fields. This course will
emphasize recording business transactions and completion of the
accounting cycle, uses of special journals, and preparation of
financial statements, worksheets, payroll, and other records.
Note: Not acceptable as an
elective for students who complete ACT 230 and ACT 240.
ACT 202 Accounting
Concepts for Management
4 cr.
Introduction to accounting concepts and the
utilization of accounting in the decision making process.
Note: Not acceptable as an
elective for students who complete ACT 230 and ACT 240.
ACT 230 Principles of
Accounting I
3 cr.
Prerequisite: MA 103 or equivalent.
Study of basic accounting principles and
recording procedures with in-depth analysis of income and expense
recognition and the non-owners’ equity portions of the balance
sheet.
ACT 240 Principles of
Accounting II
3 cr.
Prerequisite: ACT 230.
Further study of financial accounting topics,
including owners’ equity concepts, income tax accounting,
statement of changes in financial position, statement analysis and
interpretation. Managerial accounting topics are introduced: cost
accounting systems, responsibilities accounting, budgeting
concepts, cost-volume-profit analysis and capital budgeting.
ACT 301 Financial
Accounting I
4 cr.
Prerequisite: ACT 240.
Intensive study of the accounting cycle and the
asset section of the balance sheet.
ACT 302 Financial
Accounting II
4 cr.
Prerequisite: ACT 301.
Intensive study of the liability and owners’
equity sections of the balance sheet and the treatment of special
problem areas in accounting.
ACT 311 Cost
Accounting
4 cr.
Prerequisite: ACT 240.
Development of an understanding of cost
accounting as an information system designed to provide data for
(1) inventory valuation and income determination, (2) planning and
controlling routine operations, and (3) non-routine decisions.
ACT 314 Management
Accounting
4 cr.
May not be applied toward a bachelor degree in
accounting.
Prerequisite: ACT 240.
Survey of managers’ interpretation and use of
accounting data in setting plans and objectives, in controlling
operations, and in making the decisions involved with management
of an enterprise. Designed for undergraduate business
administration students who do not major in accounting.
ACT 321 Federal
Income Taxation
4 cr.
Prerequisite: ACT 240.
This course studies the basics of federal income
taxation for individuals. Tax policy considerations and historical
developments are studied to the extent that they aid comprehension
of current law. Many of the basic rules apply to corporations,
partnerships and trusts as well. This course explores the major
topical areas: basic tax model, gross income, deductions,
alternative minimum tax, basics of property, nontaxable exchanges,
capital gains and losses, depreciation recapture and deferred
compensation.
ACT 325 Financial
Management for Entrepreneurship
3 cr.
Prerequisites: Completion of the business
core, relevant business experience, or approval of the
Entrepreneurship Development Program Committee.
Builds upon the basic introductory material of
Principles of Accounting I and II. Topics include business taxes,
cash flow forecasting, and cost analysis. This course is not an
appropriate elective for an accounting major.
ACT 403 Accounting
III
4 cr.
Prerequisites: ACT 302, ACT 311, and ACT
321, junior standing or permission of instructor.
The third course in the financial accounting
sequence (ACT 301, 302, 403), covering special problem areas in
accounting and introducing the student to accounting principles
and procedures for governmental units, hospitals, colleges and
universities. Also included: accounting for business combinations,
partnerships, branch accounting, and multinational accounting
problems.
ACT 412 Advanced Cost
Accounting
3 cr.
Prerequisites: ACT 311 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Study of managerial accounting as an information
system designed to provide data for (1) non-routine decisions, (2)
policy making, and (3) long-range planning.
ACT 422 Advanced
Federal Taxation
3 cr.
Prerequisites: ACT 321 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
This course applies the basics of income taxation
learned in the first tax course to corporations, partnerships,
estates and trusts. Topics also include professional tax practice
considerations and family tax planning. Practical experience in
the preparation of tax forms will also be gained.
ACT 431 Accounting
Information Systems
3 cr.
Prerequisites: ACT 240, CIS 110 or
equivalent IS courses and junior standing or permission of
instructor.
Study of the concepts of information and the
systems approach as well as the techniques and tools of systems
analysis and design. Emphasis upon transaction processing,
controls, flow charting techniques and accounting situations
involving electronic computing systems. Many problems and cases
are adapted from CPA and CMA examinations.
ACT 441 Auditing
4 cr.
Prerequisites: ACT 302, ACT 311 and
junior standing or permission of instructor.
Review of audit concepts, standards, and
procedures; ethics and legal requirements; scope, objectives and
nature of an audit; management of an audit, and modern audit
techniques. Statistical sampling in auditing; audits of electronic
systems; auditors’ role in tax and management advisory services.
ACT 443 Fraud
Examination
4 cr.
Prerequisite: ACT 441 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
To raise the student's awareness of the
accountant's opportunities in fraud investigation and detection
and to bring the student to the point where he or she can make an
informed decision whether or not they want to pursue a career as a
certified fraud examiner.
ACT 482 Accounting
for Non-Profit Enterprises
3 cr.
Prerequisites: ACT 301 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Accounting principles and procedures for
governmental units, hospitals, colleges, and universities.
ACT 484 Current
Developments in Accounting
3 cr.
Prerequisites: Senior standing accounting
major or permission of instructor.
Historical and current developments in accounting
research and theory. Controversial topics related in contemporary
literature.
ACT 488 CPA/CMA
Problems
3 cr.
Prerequisites: Senior standing accounting
major and College of Business permission.
Selected problems from CPA examinations; analysis
and revision of statements, partnerships, corporations,
quasi-organizations, mergers and conglomerates; financial
accounting theory, ethics, auditing, law, advanced cost and
marginal analysis, and federal taxation programs.
ACT 491 Internship in
Accounting
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: College of Business
permission and junior standing.
Professional experience for qualified accounting
and finance students. Working relationships will be established
with accounting firms and other business organizations. Students
are required to write a paper, and will be evaluated by their
faculty supervisor in consultation with the employer.
Credit hours are over and above any existing
catalog requirements for the accounting degree.
ACT 495 Variable
Topics in Accounting
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
permission of instructor.
Variable topics of current interest.
ACT 498 Directed
Study in Accounting
1-4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
permission of instructor.
Independent study of some special problem in
accounting under the guidance of a faculty member. This study is
limited to students with superior grade point averages.
(Art and Design Department)
Cognate Courses
AD 160 Physical
Structures and Concepts
4 cr.
Introduction to the methods of construction and
production of art forms within a societal context. The course
includes the study of materials, tools, assembly procedures and
the application of such forms.
AD 175 Visual
Structures and Concepts
4 cr.
Study of pattern and color in relation to visual
perception and communication. Visual patterns, color qualities,
and their application are examined.
AD 270 Social
Structures and Concepts
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 160 and AD 175.
Comparative study of cultural products, social
structures, and visual conditioning and its evolution in
contemporary society. Students are required to participate in a
class field trip to Chicago or Minneapolis which involves a
substantial fee to cover travel expenses.
AD 360 Methodology
and Visual Form
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 270.
Examination of mechanics, optics and material
characteristics, and their relationship to the physical form of
objects.
AD 375 Perception and
Visual Form
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 270.
Examination of the interaction of psychological
and social psychological data and how this applies to visual
communication. Students analyze concepts of color, form and social
meaning in relation to their major studio area and production of
studio work.
AD 470 Value and
Visual Form
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203, AD 270 and junior
standing.
The identification of personal and social values
as they relate to the production of art derived from critical,
theoretical and philosophical sources.
Art History Courses
AD 200 Native
American Art and Architecture
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of visual and
performing arts requirement.
Satisfies the world cultures requirement.
Prerequisite: EN 111 recommended.
A study of the issues current in the field
dealing specifically with objects and artifacts that express
cultural concepts in visual form and the built environment from
pre-contact times to the present. A contextual approach will be
used to analyze traditional and contemporary material produced by
the Anishinabe and Haudenosaunee as well as other indigenous
groups in the areas of the U.S. and Canada.
AD 250 History of
Western Art and Architecture
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of visual and
performing arts requirement.
Surveys the history of the visual arts in the
Western world from prehistoric times through the first half of the
nineteenth century. The social contexts of art, aspects of form,
the possible intentions of artists and the theoretical
underpinnings of artistic activity are examined.
AD 260 Why America
Looks This Way
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of visual and
performing arts requirement.
Survey of the ideas and events determining the
appearances of our cities, countryside, industrial products and
homes.
AD 265 Art and
Architecture of Japan
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of visual and
performing arts requirement.
Satisfies the world cultures requirement.
A chronological survey of the visual arts in
Japan from prehistory to the twentieth century. The course is
organized according to the periods of Japanese political and
cultural history. Covers the styles, media and artists in Japanese
art history and introduces the core aesthetic, religious, and
ethical values that are expressed through Japanese art and
architecture.
AD 300 Japan and the
West: Crosscurrents in Art and Architecture
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of visual and
performing arts requirement.
Satisfies the upper division liberal studies
requirement.
Satisfies the world cultures requirement.
Prerequisites: Completion of the
foundations of communication requirement and junior standing.
Investigates the mutual influence of Japanese and
western art during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
Considers technical, formal and philosophical dimensions of this
influence. The focus of the course is Japan's impact on European
and American modernist art. The course will lead to a general
understanding and appreciation of intercultural processes in art.
AD 355 Twentieth
Century Art and Architecture
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of visual and
performing arts requirement.
Satisfies the upper division liberal studies
requirement.
Prerequisites: Completion of the
foundations of communication requirement and junior standing.
Survey of the visual arts and built environment
in the Western world from the second half of the 19th century
through the present decade. The conceptual basis of the arts and
their place in society is examined within an historical framework.
Areas of Concentration
Ceramics
AD 122 Ceramics:
Handbuilding Techniques
4 cr.
Introduction to the methods and techniques of
producing ceramic objects covering the various forming, finishing,
and firing techniques. Students experience techniques ranging
from pinch, cool, and slab construction.
AD 222 Ceramics:
Wheel Forms
4 cr.
Development of the traditional skills of
throwing, along with glazing and firing procedures. Supporting
information is derived from historical and contemporary wheel
thrown forms.
AD 322 Ceramics:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203, AD 122, and AD 222.
Production of a collection of ceramic pieces that
combine traditional and experimental techniques to develop a
personal approach toward the ceramic material. The emphasis is on
finishing and technical concerns related to clay/glaze formulation
and firing procedures.
AD 422 Ceramics:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 322 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Production of a body of work that supports the
student’s personal concern for form. Individual solutions for
construction and finishing are stressed with a focus on current
trends and issues in ceramics.
AD 459 Ceramics: BFA
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 422 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Continuation of the study of the ceramic process
to develop a body of work representing a personal approach
supported by ideological and theoretical sources.
Digital Cinema
AD 121 Digital
Cinema: Introduction
4 cr.
Introduction to the physical aspects of digital
video production. Screenings emphasize narrative features and
shorts. Equipment is provided.
AD 221 Digital
Cinema: Animation
4 cr.
Continued development of digital video production
skills and knowledge emphasizing animation forms. Equipment is
provided.
AD 321 Digital
Cinema: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 221.
Continued development of digital video production
skills and knowledge emphasizing documentary forms. Students must
have access to a camcorder.
AD 421 Digital
Cinema: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 321 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Continued development of digital video production
skills and knowledge emphasizing a seminar project. Students must
have access to a camcorder.
AD 458 Digital
Cinema: BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 421 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Development of a portfolio presentation and an
ideological statement.
Drawing and Painting
AD 114 Painting
4 cr.
Introduction to relevant concepts and techniques.
A body of work is produced exploring several painting media, with
an emphasis on oils.
AD 120
Drawing/Illustration
4 cr.
Introduction to methods and knowledge needed to
create various types of spatial illusions and to provide cognate
support for drawing.
AD 220
Drawing/Painting
4 cr.
Prerequisite: AD 120.
Development of techniques and skills related to
all aspects of spatial illusions. Emphasis is placed on the
importance of drawing as a basis for visual growth.
AD 320
Drawing/Painting/Papermaking: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 220.
Production of a body of works demonstrating the
student’s understanding of psychological and social aspects.
Students may produce work in any combination of drawing, painting
or papermaking.
AD 420
Drawing/Painting/Papermaking: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 320 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Development of a body of work using a personal
approach to image construction and emphasizing the ideological
sources supporting the activity.
AD 457
Drawing/Painting: BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 420 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Production of a body of work that continues the
development of ideological concerns.
Electronic Imaging
AD 134 Electronic
Imaging: Introduction
4 cr.
Introduction to computer graphics hardware and
software with the development of knowledge and skill in electronic
image production. No previous computer experience required.
AD 234 Electronic
Imaging: Digital Photography, Animation and Desktop Video
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 134 and AD 175.
Development of concepts and methods for
electronic imaging using a variety of software. Techniques using
resources from traditional media such as graphic design,
illustration, painting, photography and video are incorporated.
Ideological issues concerning electronic imaging are presented.
AD 334 Electronic
Imaging: Modeling, Rendering and Animation
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 234.
Development of concepts and methods for the
modeling and animation of three-dimensional forms. Industry uses
of modeling such as gaming, real-time rendering and time based
narrative will be presented.
AD 434 Electronic
Imaging: Interactive Multimedia and Web Site Design
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203, AD 234 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Development of concepts and methods for
interactive multimedia and web site design using a variety of
software. Considerations for navigation, interactivity and visual
communication will be presented.
AD 467 Electronic
Imaging: BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 430, AD 434 and
junior standing or permission of instructor.
Development of electronic imaging portfolio
presentation and ideological statement. Self promotion with an
emphasis on job search will be explored through the development of
interactive media such as a Web site.
Environmental Design
AD 129 Environmental
Design: Image Basis
4 cr.
Introduction to methods and techniques of
environmental and social goods design. Ideation and presentation
procedures are stressed in studio work with an introduction to
cognate aspects of interior and commercial design presented
through lecture and discussion.
AD 229 Environmental
Design: Physical Basis
4 cr.
Development of environmental and product problem
solving techniques and the synthesis of sense impressions for
personal and specialized public environments, interiors and
products. Studio work is oriented toward model building techniques
and the basis of form presentations.
AD 329 Environmental
Design: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 129, AD 203, and AD 229.
Application of ideological and theoretical
concepts to a contracted body of work. A written document of
support is required.
AD 429 Environmental
Design: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 329 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Production of interior, environmental or
commercial site design solutions as an individual portfolio.
AD 466 Environmental
Design: BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 429 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Continued development of ideological concerns and
preparation of selected work for the professional portfolio.
Furniture Design
AD 124 Woodworking:
Joinery and Greenwood
4 cr.
Introduction to traditional hand tool joinery and
greenwood process through the production of social goods and the
identification of a personal mode of practice.
AD 224 Woodworking:
Turning and Bending
4 cr.
Introduction to wood turning and bending through
the production of social goods and the identification of a
personal mode of practice.
AD 326 Furniture
Design: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 124, AD 203 and AD 224.
Development of a professional portfolio and a
written support paper. Emphasis is placed on understanding the
various parameters of usefulness, cost and appearance that form
the design program.
AD 426 Furniture
Design: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 326 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Continued development of a professional portfolio
and written support paper from AD 326. Emphasis is placed on the
application of ideology and theory.
AD 463 Furniture
Design: BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 426 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Continued development of ideological and
theoretical concerns. Emphasis is placed on preparing a selection
of work as a professional portfolio and writing a paper supporting
the activity.
Graphic Communication
AD 118 Introduction
to Graphic Communication
4 cr.
Introduction to graphic communication concepts
with the development of hand skills. Emphasis is placed on the use
of process, pattern and color concepts.
AD 218 Graphic
Communication: Studio Practices
4 cr.
Prerequisite: AD 118.
Introduction to the use of typography. Emphasis
is placed on the use of process, letterform, layout and computer
skills.
AD 318 Graphic
Communication: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 218.
A study of layout and design. Emphasis is placed
on the use of process, design concept, complex layout and computer
skills.
AD 418 Graphic
Communication: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 318 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
A study of client-based graphic problems.
Emphasis is placed on the use of process, market research, design
concept, advanced layout and computer skills.
AD 455 Graphic
Communication: BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 318 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
A study of self-promotion. Emphasis is placed on
portfolio, job search and exhibition preparation.
Illustration
AD 120
Drawing/Illustration
4 cr.
Introduction to methods and knowledge needed to
create various types of forms and spatial illusions.
AD 219 Illustration
Forms
4 cr.
Study of illustration concepts and techniques.
The focus is on studio production in book, magazine advertising,
television and film illustration with an emphasis on color and
linear perspective using a variety of media including computer
imaging.
AD 319 Illustration:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 219 with a
“B” or better.
Development of a competitive professional
portfolio with assignments that closely parallel illustration
problems encountered in the profession. Two areas of illustration
are chosen by the student stressing the interaction of image,
color typography and social meaning.
AD 419 Illustration:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 319 with a “B” or better
and junior standing or permission of instructor.
Completion of a competitive professional
portfolio focusing on one area of illustration with students
choosing the concepts, themes and techniques. Illustration markets
and career opportunities are investigated.
AD 456 Illustration:
BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 419 with a “B”
or better and junior standing or permission of instructor.
Study of image, color, typography and social
meaning for the visual communication media. Students complete a
professional portfolio demonstrating mastery of illustration
problems in their chosen area.
Jewelry, Metalsmithing and Blacksmithing
AD 123
Jewelry/Metalsmithing
4 cr.
Introduction to methods, techniques and materials
used to construct metal objects and jewelry. The course covers
forming, soldering, cutting, forging, casting, fabricating metal
and other materials in the production of jewelry/art.
AD 223
Blacksmithing/Metalsmithing
4 cr.
Development of skills and knowledge of basic
blacksmithing in the production of utilitarian and non-utilitarian
forged objects. Beginning through advanced techniques of forging
hot steel are covered.
AD 323 Metalsmithing:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 123, AD 175 and AD 223.
Production casting and mold-making techniques.
Individualized research of casting processes in the production of
jewelry and metal objects.
AD 423 Metalsmithing:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203, AD 323 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Sheet metal forming techniques: raising,
sinking, folding and construction. Production of a collection of
work using these techniques as the foundation of the structures
designed by each student.
AD 460 Metalsmithing:
BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 423 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Continued development of ideological concerns in
the production of studio art work as contracted with the
instructor.
Photography
AD 117 Photography:
Black and White
4 cr.
Introduction to the use of the camera, film
processing, printing procedures and print presentation using black
and white materials. Assignments and critiques introduce the
student to ideology and problem-solving techniques. Each student
must have access to a single reflex camera.
AD 217 Photography:
Color
4 cr.
Prerequisite: AD 117.
Introduction to color photography using film and
electronic media. Light and film, additive and subtractive color,
print forms and print presentation are emphasized.
AD 317 Photography:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 217.
Introduction of studio lighting (including
tungsten and strobe lights) using black and white materials.
Application of the 4 x 5 view camera for studio work is
introduced. An emphasis is made on refinement of black and white
print quality.
AD 417 Photography:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 317 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Advanced studio application of the 4 x 5 view
camera using color transparency. Utilization of the computer with
photographic image making is presented. Students develop
portfolios with an emphasis on continuity.
AD 454 Photography:
BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 417 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Preparation of a professional portfolio by each
student.
Printmaking
AD 115 Printmaking:
Serigraphy and Intaglio
4 cr.
Introduction to the techniques of screen printing
and the intaglio process (etching). Emphasis is placed on skill
development and the creation of original prints.
AD 215
Printmaking/Papermaking: Forms
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 115 or instructor
permission.
Development of skills and techniques necessary in
the creation of an original print. Emphasis is placed on one
process: intaglio, screen, relief or lithography. Students may
also explore hand papermaking emphasizing sheetmaking, beater
techniques, coloring, casting or three-dimensional approaches.
AD 315
Printmaking/Papermaking: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 203 and AD 215.
Continued development of studio skills using one
process, with an emphasis on creating editions.
AD 415
Printmaking/Papermaking: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 315 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Production of a body of work using one process,
with an emphasis on development of a personal ideology.
AD 452
Printmaking/Papermaking: BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 415 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Production of a body of work and a support paper
that continue the development of ideological concerns.
Product Design
Note: 100 and 200 level product design
courses are not available; courses established through advisement.
AD 327 Product Design
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisite: AD 203.
Design and construction of full size working
products as a portfolio and the writing of a support paper.
Emphasis is placed on understanding the various parameters of
usefulness, cost and appearance that form a design problem.
AD 427 Product
Design: Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 327 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Continued development of a professional portfolio
and written support paper from AD 327. Emphasis is placed on the
application of ideological and theoretical knowledge.
AD 464 Product
Design: BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 427 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Continued development of ideological and
theoretical concerns. Emphasis is placed on preparing a selection
of work as a professional portfolio and writing a paper supporting
the activity.
Sculpture
AD 116 Sculpture
4 cr.
Introduction to methods and techniques of
sculpture and its cognate support.
AD 216 Sculpture:
Bronze and Aluminum Casting
4 cr.
Development of skills and concepts in the
production of sculpture using bronze and aluminum casting.
Concentration is on learning the operation of production casting
and mold making.
AD 316 Sculpture
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 116, AD 203, AD 216 and
WD 140.
Development of skills and concepts in the
production of welded steel sculpture within the context of
architecture and the environment. Ideations are directed toward
large scale operations and productions.
AD 416 Sculpture:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 316 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Production of a group of artwork focusing on
multi-media assemblage, found objects and combined technologies.
AD 453 Sculpture: BFA
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 416 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Continued development of ideological concerns in
the production of studio art work as contracted with the
instructor.
Woodworking
AD 124 Woodworking:
Joinery and Greenwood
4 cr.
Introduction to traditional hand tool joinery and
greenwood process through the production of social goods and the
identification of a personal mode of practice.
AD 224 Woodworking:
Turning and Bending
4 cr.
Introduction to wood turning and bending through
the production of social goods and the identification of a
personal mode of practice.
AD 324 Woodworking:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 124, AD 203 and AD 224.
Development of a professional portfolio and a
written support paper. Emphasis is placed on understanding the
various parameters of usefulness, cost and appearance that form
the design problem.
AD 424 Woodworking:
Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 324 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Continued development of a professional portfolio
and written support paper from AD 324. Emphasis is placed on the
application of ideology and theory.
AD 461 Woodworking:
BFA Seminar
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 303, AD 424 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Continued development of ideological and
theoretical concerns. Emphasis is placed on preparing a selection
of work as a professional portfolio and writing a paper supporting
the activity.
Art Elementary Education
(for elementary education majors)
AD 310 Art for the
Elementary Classroom Teacher
2 cr.
Prerequisite: Admission to teacher
education.
A survey of a variety of teaching strategies to
implement concepts of knowledge, values and skills in the art
classroom. Special emphasis is placed on art criticism,
aesthetics, art history, art production, child development,
drawing, painting, paper, crayons, printmaking, fibers and lesson
planning.
Art Secondary Education
(for secondary certification K-12)
AD 248 Media and
Media Methodology for Art Education
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AD 175, a minimum GPA of
2.7 in the department and admission to a teacher education
program. Students must have either a portfolio review of previous
work or have satisfactorily completed AD 203.
An introduction in which a variety of teaching
strategies is explored to implement concepts of knowledge, values
and skills with different media in the art classroom. Special
emphasis is placed on discipline-based art education, audiovisual
productions, planning and organization of an art room and the
writing of lesson plans.
AD 350 Methods and
Materials in Teaching Art Education
3 cr.
May not be applied toward a non-teaching major
or any minor in art and design.
Prerequisites: Admission to the methods
phase of teacher education and AD 248 with a minimum grade of “B”,
and a minimum GPA of 2.70 in the department. Transfer or
post-baccalaureate students must have a portfolio of their work
approved by the department.
An examination of how the history of art
education influences art curricula today. Special emphasis is
placed on a written fifteen week curriculum, discussion of
creative problem solving, discipline, motivation, evaluation and a
pre-student-teaching experience in the public schools. Other
instructors must be informed of this commitment to avoid conflict
of obligations.
Individual Art Review Courses
AD 103 Individual Art
Review
1 cr.
Graded S/U.
Introduction to the profession’s requirements and
the range of opportunities in the visual arts. Students begin the
development of the portfolios required for their application to
the upper division in the department.
AD 203 Individual Art
Review
2 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: AD 103 (with a grade of
"S") and instructor permission (of selected concentration), AD 160
and AD 175 (or concurrent enrollment) and 200 level seminar
students must also attain a "B-" (2.7) average in their selected
studio concentration to enroll.
Preparation of portfolios and resumes for
evaluation before full-time faculty of the Department of Art and
Design. Concurrent enrollment in a 300-level studio course is
possible only with the adviser’s consent, since a passing grade in
AD 203 is generally considered a requirement for enrollment in the
department’s upper division. This course may be repeated, but
students receiving one or more grades of Unsatisfactory or
Withdrawal will not be allowed to continue in the program.
AD 303 Individual Art
Review
2 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: AD 203 (with a grade of S),
AD 270, and 300 level seminar (or concurrent enrollment), plus
permission of the instructor of the particular studio area.
Students must also attain a "B-" (2.7) average in their selected
studio concentration to enroll.
Students identify the characteristics of
professionalism and the ability to discuss their art work with
small groups of faculty. Students are expected to develop
resumes, statements about their intent with an emphasis on the
social, visual and ideological aspects of the visual arts, color
transparencies of work and a professional portfolio presentation.
This course may be repeated, but students receiving one or more
grades of Unsatisfactory or Withdrawal will not be allowed to
continue in the program.
AD 403 Individual Art
Review
2 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: AD 303 (with a grade of S)
and acceptance of the AD 403 Portfolio Review Application.
Preparation of a collection of work to
demonstrate the student’s professional competence for exhibit
presentation in a departmentally approved gallery.
Special Courses
AD 291 Studio
Workshop
1-4 cr.
Prerequisite: Freshman or sophomore
standing.
A course designed to develop specific studio
skills of students who are interested in enhancing the classroom
studio experience.
AD 295 Special Topics
in Art and Design
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisite: Freshman or sophomore
standing.
A course providing art and design experiences not
emphasized in regular course offerings.
AD 298 Directed Study
1-4 cr.
Prerequisite: Freshman or sophomore
standing and instructor permission.
A course arranged by contract with the instructor
of a particular studio area.
AD 299 Associate
Research
4 cr.
Prerequisite: Open to associate degree
candidates only.
Individual study with an instructor of a
particular studio concentration exploring and utilizing
techniques, materials and processes. It must be taken at the
hours for regularly presented studio classes in the concentration.
AD 450 Studio
Practice
2-4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and
department head permission. Open only to those students who
through transfer or departmental evaluation do not have enough
credits for graduation from a particular area of studio
concentration.
A course arranged by contract with the instructor
of a particular studio concentration.
AD 491 Studio
Workshop
1-4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior, senior or graduate
standing.
A course designed to develop specific studio
skills of students who are interested in enhancing the classroom
studio experience.
AD 492 Internship in
Art and Design
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: AD 160, AD 175, AD 203, AD
303, AD 270, GPA 2.7, junior standing and approval of the major
professor.
The object of this course is to provide Art and
Design majors with professional work experience in their chosen
area of concentration.
AD 495 Special Topics
in Art and Design
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and
instructor permission.
A course providing art and design experiences not
emphasized in regular course offerings.
AD 498 Directed Study
1-4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and
instructor permission.
A course arranged by contract with the instructor
of a particular studio area.
AIS 101 Introduction
to Information Resources
1 cr.
A practical introduction to the organization of
information. The course includes instruction and practice in the
use of the library, basic reference materials, the online catalog,
CD-ROMs, periodical indexes and government documents. Open to all
students, it is especially recommended for first year students.
AIS 295 Special
Topics
1-4 cr.
Investigation of a significant topic. Content
varies.
AIS 296 Special
Topics
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
Investigation of a significant topic. Content
varies.
AIS 330 Management
and Use of Archival Information
4 cr.
Examination of the knowledge, theory and related
skills required to manage archival information. This course will
review the nature of information, records, historical
documentation, research methodologies and the role of archives in
modern society. Students will learn and apply in practicum
exercises the theories and skills necessary to understand and
implement archival functions and research methodologies.
AIS 435 Research
Using Digital Information Resources
2 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
permission of instructor.
A theoretical and practical study of digital
information resources. Hands-on practice with searching digital
information resources (Internet, online databases, e-journals) is
an integral part of the course. Issues such as access, copyright,
preservation, authorship, ownership, organization, citation
formats and content evaluation will be discussed as they apply to
locating and using digital information resources.
AIS 491 Workshops and
Seminars in Library and Information Science
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
permission of instructor.
Opportunities for the concentrated study of
selected library and information topics.
AIS 495 Special
Topics in Library and Information Science
1-4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
permission of instructor.
An opportunity to study resources and issues in
library and information science that are not part of established
courses.
AIS 496 Special
Topics in Library and Information Science
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
permission of instructor.
Investigation of significant topic. Content
varies.
AH 100 Exploration of
Health Careers
2 cr.
This course is designed for any student who
wishes to learn more about a variety of health related careers in
an organized and structured format. The student will learn about
the profession, what is available on campus, meet the appropriate
contact people and tour the facilities. In addition to lecture,
guest speakers, video tapes and field trips, students will be
given a variety of assignments designed to assess their
suitability for these fields and meet the goals of the freshman
seminar course.
AH 102 Growth and
Development
3 cr.
Developing a concept of human life from birth to
death. Emphasis is on the normal stages of growth and development
of the human being, incorporating the particular nutritional
requirements of each stage. This course serves as a framework
within which students (1) explore their own feelings concerning
the life process, and (2) develop a philosophy concerning the
appreciation of that process.
AH 125 Clinical
Assistant Skills
3 cr. (2-0-2)
This course introduces the clinical assistant to
the basic skills that are required to carry out select patient
interventions in varied health care settings. The student
practices and then performs select clinical skills on patients in
health care settings.
(Technology and Occupational Sciences
Department)
AMT 101 Introduction
to Aviation Maintenance
6 cr.
A study of fundamentals of aviation maintenance.
Topics include: aircraft familiarization, nomenclature, physics of
flight, flight-line safety, aviation math, physics and basic
electricity.
AMT 102 Aircraft
Basic Science
6 cr.
Identification, selection, and use of FAA
publications related to aircraft maintenance, determination of
authority to return to service, mechanic’s privileges and
limitations, use of aircraft records, familiarization with
aircraft drawings and aircraft weight and balance.
AMT 103 Aviation Shop
Practices
6 cr.
A study of the use of basic hand tools and power
equipment, shop safety, fluid lines and fittings, materials and
processes, cleaning and corrosion control, the use and care of
precision measuring tools and the use and interpretation of
various non-destructive inspection methods.
AMT 104 Aircraft
Electrical Systems
6 cr.
A study of the reading and interpretation of
aircraft electrical diagrams and schematics, theory of operation
and repair of aircraft electrical generation and regulation
systems, airframe and power plant warning and control systems.
AMT 200 Aircraft
Sheet Metal/Non-Metallic Structures
6 cr.
Prerequisites: AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT 103,
AMT 104 or instructor permission.
A study of aircraft sheet metal structural
fabrication and repair methods, wood, fabric, composite and
plastic aircraft components construction and repair.
AMT 201 Reciprocating
Engines and Propellers
6 cr.
Prerequisites: AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT 103,
AMT 104 or instructor permission.
An in-depth study of the theory of operation of
reciprocating engines, and their systems, propeller systems,
construction, operation, maintenance and repair.
AMT 202 Aircraft
Flight Control Systems
6 cr.
Prerequisites: AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT
103, AMT 104 or instructor permission.
A detailed study of aircraft flight control
system installation, rigging and requirements for methods of
aircraft inspection. Helicopter aerodynamics, assembly, rigging
and components.
AMT 203 Reciprocating
Engine Overhaul
6 cr.
Prerequisites: AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT 103,
AMT 104, AMT 201 or instructor permission.
The study of overhaul practices of reciprocating
aircraft engines. Includes removal/reinstallation, inspection,
overhaul, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of aircraft
reciprocating engines and systems.
AMT 204 Turbine
Engines and Systems
6 cr.
Prerequisites: AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT 103,
AMT 104 or instructor permission.
The study of the theory of operation of aircraft
turbine engines and their associated systems.
AMT 205 Aircraft
Fluid Power and Landing Gear
6 cr.
Prerequisites: AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT 103,
AMT, 104 or instructor permission.
A detailed study of aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic
and landing gear system operation, maintenance and repair.
AMT 206 Cabin
Atmosphere and Information Systems
6 cr.
Prerequisites: AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT 103,
AMT 104 or instructor permission.
The study of aircraft cabin atmospheric control
systems including heating, cooling, cabin pressurization systems,
and oxygen systems. Also aircraft instruments, ice and rain
control, communication and navigation system installation,
maintenance and repair.
AMT 207 Turbine
Engine Maintenance and Inspection
6 cr.
Prerequisites: AMT 101, AMT 102, AMT 103,
AMT 104, AMT 204 or instructor permission.
The study of overhaul and repair procedures for
aircraft gas turbine engines. The course provides the hands-on
practical experience necessary to inspect, overhaul, maintain and
repair turbine engines.
(Sociology and Social Work Department)
AN 100 Introduction
to Socio-Cultural Anthropology
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of social sciences
requirement.
Satisfies the world cultures requirement.
The significance of culture and society as means
of adapting to a varied and changing environment. Adaptation and
cultural evolution are examined through a cross-cultural study of
economic, social, political and ideological institutions. Art,
music and language are also discussed.
AN 101 Introduction
to Physical Anthropology and Archeology
4 cr.
An introduction to current evidence for human
evolution. The fossil record, genetics, primate studies and
archaeological evidence are interrelated to provide a complete
understanding of our present status as homo sapiens.
AN 210 People,
Culture and Nature
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of social sciences
requirement.
Satisfies the world cultures requirement.
Study of the impact of society, culture, and
environment on the way people live. The elements of socio-cultural
systems of various types of tribal and modern societies are
compared. Broad trends and relationships are stressed; the course
utilizes knowledge from biology, social science, psychology and
ecology.
AN 295 Special Topics
in Anthropology
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Development of anthropological topics not
addressed in regular courses, depending on faculty expertise and
student needs.
AN 320 Native Peoples
of North America
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of social sciences
requirement.
Satisfies the upper division liberal studies
requirement.
Satisfies the world cultures requirement.
Prerequisites: AN 100 or instructor
permission. If taken as upper division liberal studies course,
completion of foundations of communication requirement and
sophomore standing also are required.
Analysis of the cultural variability of the North
American Indians and Inuit's prior to European contact, as well as
the effects of this contact on the indigenous peoples. Concludes
with a discussion of contemporary problems of the native peoples
of North America.
AN 330 Indians of the
Western Great Lakes
4 cr.
Prerequisites: AN 100 or AN 210.
An introduction to the cultures of the Native
peoples of the Western Great Lakes. The course will focus on a
comparative examination of the life ways of the Indians before
European contact and an assessment of the impact of European
contact on these cultures. Particular attention will be given to
how the different environments of the Western Great Lakes Region
influenced the particular Indian lifestyles and how people at
various times adapted to these differing environments. Special
attention will be given to the Indians of Michigan.
AN 355 Seminar in
Archaeological Field Methods
2-10 cr.
May be repeated if the experience differs.
No more than 10 credits may be applied toward
the minor in anthropology.
Prerequisites: AN 101 or instructor
permission.
Introduction to archaeological field methods
through participation in actual site survey and excavation.
Instruction is given in excavation procedures, survey techniques,
recording, photography, preservation, cataloguing and preliminary
analysis.
AN 382 Health,
Society and Culture
4 cr.
Prerequisites: SO 101 or AN 100 or
instructor permission.
Cross-listed as SO 382.
Analysis of behavioral science dimensions of
health systems and health institutions at a national level, with
special emphasis on the United States. The behavioral science
approach to problems of health and disease is discussed, along
with social and cultural factors relating to the occurrence and
distribution of disease. American medical systems and institutions
are analyzed in terms of political and economic factors, types of
practitioners, the distribution of health services and personnel
and in comparison with medical systems in other societies.
AN 495 Special Topics
in Anthropology
4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: AN 100 or AN 210 for
cultural anthropology topic; AN 101 for physical anthropology and
archaeology topic; junior standing or instructor permission.
Topic to be announced.
AN 498 Directed Study
in Anthropology
1-4 cr.
Prerequisites: Two anthropology courses,
junior standing and instructor permission.
A course for students desiring work in areas not
covered in existing courses.
(Physics Department)
AS 103 Observational
and Solar System Astronomy
4 cr. (3-0-3)
This course may not be taken for credit
towards the physics major or minor.
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Prerequisites: High school algebra or MA
100.
History of astronomy; observational astronomy;
basic science principles and how they relate to astronomy; the
celestial sphere and coordinate systems; star charts; telescopes;
formation and evolution of the solar system; planetary
characteristics (internal structure, surfaces, atmospheres);
comets and asteroids.
AS 104
Stellar/Galactic Astronomy and Cosmology
4 cr. (3-0-3)
This course may not be taken for credit
towards the physics major or minor.
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Prerequisites: High school algebra or MA
100.
The nature and life cycle of stars including nova
and supernova, black holes, white dwarfs and neutron stars;
characteristics of the sun; basic scientific principles and how
they relate to stellar characteristics; formation and evolution of
galaxies; stellar and galactic distance determination methods;
spectroscopy; models of formation, evolution, and expansion of the
universe (cosmology).
AS 495 Special Topics
1-4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
A course devoted to a particular topic in
astronomy that is not included in the regular courses, or to meet
the special needs of a group of students. It may be repeated if
the topic is different.
(Health, Physical Education and Recreation
Department)
ATR 100 Introduction
to Athletic Training
1 cr.
An introduction to the field of athletic training
including: professional organizations, certification information,
job employment settings and basic prevention and care techniques.
National Athletic Trainers Association's (NATABOC) domains of
athletic training will be used to provide the student with an
understanding of the profession.
ATR 241 Prevention
and Care of Athletic Injury
2 cr. (1-0-2)
Prerequisite: BI 201.
An introduction to basic injury recognition,
prevention and evaluation procedures. Focus will be on but not
limited to internal athletic injuries, head and neck injuries,
heat related illnesses and basic emergency procedures. Along with
"hands-on" experience, students will obtain an understanding of
basic anatomy, injury evaluation, recognition and treatment of
many athletic injuries.
ATR 292A:
Introduction to Practicum I
1 cr.
Prerequisites: Admission into the Athletic
Training Program, ATR 100 and ATR 241.
This clinical lab and clinical athletic training
experience will focus on the development of, and competence in
lower extremity palpation, taping and wrapping techniques and
emergency procedures. Student will be required to successfully
complete all course competencies before moving on to the next
practicum.
ATR 292B:
Introduction to Practicum II
1 cr.
Prerequisite: ATR 292A.
This clinical and clinical athletic training
experience will focus on the development of, and competence in
upper extremity palpation, taping and wrapping techniques, custom
padding and non-theoretical modality usage. Students will be
required to successfully complete all course competencies before
moving on to the next practicum.
ATR 320 Advanced
Assessment Techniques in Athletics Training I (Lower Quadrant)
3 cr. (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: ATR 100, ATR 241 and BI
201.
This course is designed to explore in depth, the
modern techniques used in the evaluation of athletic injuries to
the lower region of the body, including the foot, ankle, knee, hip
and lower spinal region. Particular emphasis will be placed on
taking a medical history, performing a medical observation,
physical palpation, functional testing and special testing. This
course will also include an emphasis on injury pathology, and a
unit on general medical conditions common to athletics.
ATR 321 Advanced
Assessment Techniques in Athletics Training II (Upper Quarter)
3 cr. (2-0-2)
Prerequisite: ATR 320.
This course is designed to explore in depth, the
modern techniques used in the evaluation of athletic injuries to
the upper region of the body, including the hand, wrist, elbow,
shoulder, neck, head and trunk. Particular emphasis will be
placed on taking a medical history, performing a medical
observation, physical palpation, functional testing and special
testing. The student will be made aware of the key signs and
symptoms that indicate specific athletic-related injuries and
conditions. This course will also focus on injury pathology. A
unit on pharmacology will also be included.
ATR 360 Therapeutic
Exercise and Rehabilitation Techniques
2 cr.
Prerequisites: ATR 241, ATR 292A and 292B.
The student will be exposed to a wide variety of
rehabilitation techniques, including aquatic therapy, plyometrics,
stretching, etc. The student will learn basic guidelines of injury
rehabilitation including goals, progression, functional testing,
return to play and referral, etc. Certain specific rehabilitation
protocols will also be discussed.
ATR 380 Therapeutic
Modalities
2 cr.
Prerequisites: ATR 100, ATR 241, ATR 320,
ATR 321 and ATR 360.
This course is designed to provide information in
regards to utilizing various therapeutic modalities into
rehabilitation programs. Theory, indication, contraindications and
precautions in areas of ultrasound, electrical stimulation,
cryotherapy, thermotherapy and manual therapy will be covered.
ATR 392A Intermediate
Practicum
2 cr.
Prerequisites: ATR 241, ATR 292A and ATR
292B.
This clinical athletic training experience will
involve student participation at one of the ATR programs
established on campus or affiliated athletic training sites.
Student will work under the direct supervision of an ATC and will
be expected to utilize skills, in which they have demonstrated
competence. Students will also be expected to develop and become
competent in lower extremity manual muscle testing techniques,
goniometric assessments and complete evaluation methods.
ATR 392B Intermediate
Practicum
2 cr.
Prerequisites: ATR 292A/B and admission to
athletic training program.
Continuation of ATR 392A with emphasis on upper
extremity.
ATR 410 Athletic
Training Policies and Procedures
2 cr.
Prerequisites: ATR 100, ATR 241, admission
to the athletic training program, junior standing or permission of
instructor.
This course is designed to expose the student to
the many management and administrative duties athletic trainers
are responsible for. Included, but not limited to, are managing a
budget, staffing, developing and implementing policies, and
communication with athletes, coaches, parents, etc. Record keeping
and organization will also be stressed.
ATR 490 Seminar in
Athletic Training
2 cr.
Prerequisites: ATR 100, ATR 241, ATR 320,
junior standing or instructor permission.
The student will be exposed to current topics of
interest and issues in athletic training. Continuing education
will be stressed. Developing discussion skills in athletic
training will also be reinforced. In addition, a unit on
counseling and a unit on research will be included in this course.
ATR 492A Advanced
Practicum in Athletic Training
2 cr.
Prerequisites: ATR 292, ATR 392, admission
to athletic training program, junior standing or instructor
permission.
This clinical athletic training course is
designed to allow students, under direct supervision, to utilize
all skills in which they have achieved competence. Particular
emphasis in the areas of record keeping, development of the
relationship of the sports medicine team, and decision making
skills.
ATR 492B Advanced
Practicum in Athletic Training
2 cr.
Prerequisites: ATR 292, ATR 392, admission
to athletic training program, junior standing or instructor
permission.
A continuation of the clinical athletic training
course designed to allow students, under direct supervision, to
utilize all skills in which they have achieved competence.
Particular emphasis in the areas of record keeping, development of
the relationship of the sports medicine team, and decision making
skills.
ATR 499 Internship in
Athletic Training
2-8 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission only.
The internship in athletic training is a course
designed specifically for upper level athletic training students
who have completed a majority of program competencies and
proficiencies and are ready to apply their skill in the field.
This course is also appropriate for graduate level students who
are pursuing a career in the field of athletic training.
(Communication and Performance Studies
Department)
BC 165 Introduction
to Mass Media
4 cr.
Examination of contemporary mass media in the
United States, including the press, movies, radio, television and
new mass communication technologies. These will be studied from
several perspectives – historical, economic, social and political.
BC 245 Radio-TV
Performance
4 cr.
Introduction to the basic verbal and visual
elements for students interested in performance for radio or
television. Audio elements include diction, enunciation,
pronunciation, and microphone techniques. Visual elements include
posture, movement, and expression. Students will perform
announcements, news, commercials, interviews and drama.
BC 265 Writing and
Announcing for Broadcast
4 cr.
Introduction to the basic planning, writing and
performance elements in electronic media production. Students
write scripts for a variety of program formats, including
commercials, public service announcements, news, interviews and
documentaries. Performance elements include diction, enunciation,
pronunciation, script interpretation, microphone techniques,
posture, movement and expression.
BC 271 Audio
Production
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Introduction to skills used in audio recording
and program production. Covers the theoretical background of the
field and extensive applied laboratory experiences.
BC 272 Studio
Television Production
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Introduction to the theory and practice of
producing contemporary studio television programs. Includes
program aesthetics, production planning, visual design, scripting,
rehearsing and directing.
BC 273 Electronic
Field Production
4 cr.
Basic theories and techniques of single camera
electronic field production. Includes program aesthetics,
production planning, scripting, shooting, sound recording, video
tape editing, and post-production processes. Students produce
several projects.
BC 291 Broadcast
Practicum
1-4 cr.
May be repeated for up to 4 credits in
combination with BC 491.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Practice in operational positions in broadcasting
under the supervision of media professionals and a faculty member.
BC 295 Special Topics
in Broadcasting
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Intended for underclassmen. Investigation of a
significant topic or theme.
BC 310 Sports and
Special Events Programming
4 cr.
Prerequisites: BC 165 and ESPR 260 or
permission of the instructor. BC 265 is recommended, but not
required.
Students work as a team to produce and promote
sports and entertainment programming for television. Productions
may include local high school and college sporting events.
Students will learn the basics of live announcing, pre-event
research, recording sports statistics and creating promotional
broadcast announcements. Students will participate as a technical
crew member for productions. Course work will include lecture and
field experience.
BC 320 Electronic
Media Management
4 cr.
Contemporary problems faced by managers of radio,
television and cable TV stations are studied. Solutions to those
problems and the decision-making process are analyzed.
BC 325 Communication
and Performance in Africa
4 cr.
Satisfies the foundations of visual and
performing arts requirement.
Satisfies the upper division liberal studies
requirement.
Satisfies the world cultures requirement.
Prerequisites: Completion of the
foundations of communications requirement and sophomore standing
or instructor permission.
Examination of a range of different performance
genres in Africa, and shows the relationship of performance genres
to social process. The course reviews pre-colonial performance
genres including African storytelling; African oratory and praise
poetry; African rites and rituals--all of which incorporate music
and dance traditions. The course also examines modern and
post-modern African performance genres including popular theatre,
radio and television broadcasts, music, cinema, and indigenous
video production.
BC 365 Broadcast News
Writing and Reporting
4 cr.
Prerequisite: BC 265.
An opportunity to study the craft of writing and
field reporting for television news. Instruction on writing, story
structure, source development, news judgment, ethics and law is
put into practice as students shoot, edit, and write six local
news reports that will be aired on Public Eye News, the student
newscast on Public TV 13. Students in BC 365 will also serve as
associate producers one day each week for Public Eye News.
BC 410 The
Documentary
4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
Examination of the documentary genre with
emphasis on its application and form in radio and television.
Topics considered are the historical development of the
documentary form, definitions of “documentary,” the current role
and future potential of the documentary.
BC 415 Intercultural
Communication
4 cr.
Satisfies the world cultures requirement.
Does not satisfy the upper division
liberal studies requirement.
Prerequisites: BC 165 and SP 110, junior
standing or instructor permission.
This course examines cultural differences in
communication styles and systems across a variety of national and
American sub cultural groups. Communication studied include both
interpersonal and mass mediated message systems.
BC 420 Global
Communication
4 cr.
Prerequisites: BC 165, junior standing or
instructor permission.
The term “globalization” as applied to mass media
refers to the convergence of the world’s formerly diversely
organized media systems into profit-making enterprises, mostly
owned or controlled by giant multinational firms. This course will
introduce students to the phenomenon of media globalization
through a review of its economic and policy foundations. It will
then examine some of the effects of media globalization on
information flow and on the framing of world issues.
BC 470 Mass
Communication Law
4 cr.
Prerequisites: BC 165, junior standing or
instructor permission.
Analysis of the legal parameters within which the
print and electronic media must operate including First Amendment
freedoms, libel, copyright, and Federal Communication Commission
rules and regulations.
BC 471 Mass
Communication and Society
4 cr.
Prerequisites: BC 165 and senior or
graduate standing or instructor permission.
Study of the social, legal and economic basis of
radio, television, newspapers and film in the United States, with
emphasis on the roles played by the media, the government and the
public in the process of mass communication.
BC 473 Advanced Media
Production
4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Corresponding 200 level
production course, junior standing or instructor permission.
Study of advanced production theory, method and
technique. Students put theory into practice through extensive
laboratory work.
BC 473A Advanced
Media Production-Audio
4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Corresponding 200 level
production course, junior standing or instructor permission.
Study of advanced production theory, method and
technique. Students put theory into practice through extensive
laboratory work.
BC 473F Advanced
Media Production-Field Television Production
4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Corresponding 200 level
production course, junior standing or instructor permission.
Study of advanced production theory, method and
technique. Students put theory into practice through extensive
laboratory work.
BC 473M Advanced
Media Production-Multi-Media
4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Corresponding 200 level
production course, junior standing or instructor permission.
Study of advanced production theory, method and
technique. Students put theory into practice through extensive
laboratory work.
BC 473S Advanced
Media Production-Studio Television Production
4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Corresponding 200 level
production course, junior standing or instructor permission.
Study of advanced production theory, method and
technique. Students put theory into practice through extensive
laboratory work.
BC 473W Advanced
Media Production-Script Writing
4 cr. (3-0-2)
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Corresponding 200 level
production course, junior standing or instructor permission.
Study of advanced production theory, method and
technique. Students put theory into practice through extensive
laboratory work.
BC 485 Radio and
Television Utilization
2 cr. (1-0-2)
May be repeated for credit.
Introduction to the process of producing radio
and television programs. Includes production planning and
operation of studio laboratory equipment. Specifically designed
for those who desire a knowledge of these two media for
application in other fields. Laboratory production directing
experience under faculty supervision.
BC 490 Senior Seminar
in Broadcasting
4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
permission of instructor.
A course for broadcasting and mass communication
majors designed to stimulate students to unify all areas of their
disciplines.
BC 491 Broadcast
Practicum
1-4 cr.
May be repeated for up to four credits in
combination with BC 291.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and
instructor permission.
Practice in creative production and directing
aspects of broadcasting under the supervision of media
professionals and a faculty member.
BC 492 Internship in
Broadcasting
1-8 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and
recommendation of selection committee. Available only to
outstanding students as an elective.
Practical, applied experience involving placement
in a broadcast or mass media job situation.
BC 495 Special Topics
in Broadcasting
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
Special problems in broadcasting and mass
communication such as mass communication research, station
relations and promotion, satellite and CATV systems, international
communication, media advertising, and telecom policy.
BC 498 Directed
Studies in Broadcasting
1-4 cr.
May be repeated for up to eight credits.
Prerequisites: Junior standing, instructor
and department head permission.
Independent study by undergraduates in an area of
broadcasting and/or mass communication to be specified by the
student and the instructor.
(Biology Department)
BI 100 Biological
Science
4 cr. (3-0-2)
May not be applied toward a major or minor in
biology.
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Study of fundamental concepts of biology that
relate to problems confronting individuals and society. Topics
include methods and limitations of science; human dependence on
other organisms; problems related to food production, human
reproduction, inheritance, and disease; biological implications of
modern technology, and biological problems likely to confront
society in the future.
BI 104 Human Anatomy
and Physiology
4 cr. (3-0-2)
May not be applied toward any biology major or
the biology education minor.
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Structure and function of the various systems of
the human body. Laboratory includes models and specimens of human
material and the collection and analysis of physiological data.
BI 111 Introductory
Biology: Principles
4 cr. (3-0-2)
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
An introduction to the major principles of
biology. Topics include chemistry of life, structure and function
of cells, photosynthesis and respiration, mitosis and meiosis,
heredity, molecular biology, evolution, and ecology.
BI 112 Introductory
Biology: Diversity
4 cr. (3-0-2)
Prerequisite: BI 111
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
A survey of biological diversity including
viruses, prokaryotes, protists, fungi, plants, and animals.
Attention is also given to the structure and function of plant and
animal organ systems.
BI 201 Human Anatomy
3 cr. (2-0-2)
Study of human anatomy, supplemented by
laboratory work on models.
BI 202 Human
Physiology
5 cr. (3-1-2)
Prerequisites: CH 105, CH 107 or CH 111.
Recommended: a course dealing with anatomy. Highly recommended:
completion of BI 201 or BI 221.
Studies of all systems of human physiology,
supplemented by laboratory work which demonstrates basic
physiological phenomena. Previous knowledge of anatomy and
chemistry is required.
BI 203 Medical
Microbiology
5 cr. (3-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 100 or BI 104 or BI 112
or BI 202.
Introduction to medically important
microorganisms; the role of microbes in human health, infection,
and immunity. Laboratory focuses on the experimental approach to
microbiology.
BI 206 Human Genetics
3 cr.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or
instructor permission.
A non-technical course designed to introduce
fundamentals of variation and inheritance in humans. May not be
applied toward any biology major or the biology secondary teaching
minor.
BI 210 Principles of
Ecology
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: BI 111 and BI 112.
Lectures, field and laboratory studies dealing
with the relationships between plants, animals, humans and the
ecosphere.
BI 218 Introduction
to Cell and Molecular Biology
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111, CH 105, CH 107 or
CH 111, CH 112.
Introduction to the structure and function of
prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including membrane structure and
transport, organelle structure and function, cytoskeletal
proteins, cell division, gene structure, mechanisms of gene
regulation, and the role of gene expression in producing cell
structures and in regulating cell function. Students will gain an
understanding of recombinant DNA technology and how it is used to
investigate the function of cells and genes. Laboratory work will
include DNA isolation, restriction digestion and electrophoresis,
PCR, Southern Blotting, bacterial transformation, microscopy,
differential centrifugation and spectrophotometry.
BI 221 Comparative
Anatomy
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 111 and BI 112.
Structural characteristics of representative
chordates. Lectures deal with the evolution of body form,
skeleton, and organ systems, as indicated by anatomical
relationships. Laboratory work is devoted largely to dissection.
BI 222 Animal
Physiology
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112 and CH 220
or CH 321.
Physiological functions and processes at the
level of organs and organ systems, oriented primarily towards
vertebrates. Energy relations, temperature effects, movement,
circulation, respiration, water and solute regulation, membranes,
nerve and muscle physiology.
BI 225 Physiology of
Aging
3 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 104 or BI 111 or BI 202
or permission of instructor.
This course is designed to introduce students to
physiological changes associated with aging or age-related
pathology. The roles of heredity, diet, exercise and lifestyle in
the aging process as well as current theories of aging will be
discussed.
BI 230 Plant Kingdom
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 111 and BI 112.
A treatment of form, life cycles, and
evolutionary relationships of algae, fungi, bryophytes and
vascular plants. Laboratory work uses both living and preserved
material.
BI 240 Conservation
Biology
4 cr.
Prerequisite: BI 210
Introduction to the basic scientific principles
and concepts concerning the field of Conservation Biology. Topics
include causes of extinction, genetic risks of small populations,
habitat fragmentation and edge effects, metapopulations, threats
of exotic species, nature preserve and corridor design, and
strategies for protecting and restoring endangered species and
ecosystems.
BI 295 Special Topics
in Biology
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Variable content, depending on specialties of
visiting staff and needs of students. For freshmen, sophomores,
and non-biology majors.
BI 303 General
Microbiology
5 cr. (3-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 111 and BI 112 or CLS
204 and CLS 214 and CH 220 or CH 321; BI 312 recommended.
Study of morphology, physiology, genetics and
taxonomy of microbes and related laboratory techniques.
BI 305 Ecology of the
Northern Forest
3 cr. (2-0-3)
May not be applied toward any major in
biology.
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Satisfies the upper division liberal studies
requirement.
Prerequisites: BI 111 or junior standing
recommended.
Study of the interactions of physical features,
vegetation, animal life, and human influences in the northern
forests of North America, Europe, and Asia, through lectures,
laboratories, and field trips.
BI 310 Ecology Theory
and Methods
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 210 or instructor
permission.
Lectures, field and laboratory studies on
advanced concepts relating plants and animals to their
environment. This course expands on principles taught in BI 210.
BI 312 Genetics
4 cr. (3-0-2)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112 or BI 202.
Basic Mendelian laws; the nature of genes, and
population genetics, with emphasis on genetics as a rapidly
unfolding science. Genetics is related to theories concerning
organic evolution.
BI 313 Cell Biology
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111 and BI 112, or BI
201 or BI 221 and CH 220 or CH 321 or permission of instructor.
Structure and biochemistry of eukaryotic cells
and organelles, with selected features of prokaryotic cells.
Topics include methods of study, chemical components,
compartmentalization of cells, nuclear control, and metabolism.
Laboratory work includes cytochemistry, spectrophotometry,
electrophoresis and differential centrifugation.
BI 315 Evolution
4 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 312 or permission of
instructor.
Evolution is the process by which heritable
characteristics of species change. This course will emphasize
evolutionary theory rather than evolutionary history. Topics will
include evolutionary genetics, adaptation and natural selection,
speciation and evolution of higher taxa.
BI 321 Embryology
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 221 or BI 201.
Reproduction and development in animals, with
particular emphasis on vertebrates. Laboratory work is based
largely on the frog and chick.
BI 322 Vertebrate
Zoology
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 112, BI 315 recommended.
Phylogeny, taxonomy, anatomy, physiology and
behavior of vertebrates. Emphasis on the evolutionary history of
major vertebrate taxa.
BI 390 Field
Experience
1-2 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Permission of supervising
faculty member and department head. Can be repeated for up to six
credits if topic varies.
(A course subtitle on the student’s transcript
will describe the content of this course, e.g., BI 390 Field
Experience in Woodcock Ecology.) Practical experience in field
biology under supervision of a faculty member engaged in research.
A written report of the field experience will be required and
placed on file in the department office.
BI 391 Laboratory
Experience
1-2 cr.
Graded S/U.
May be repeated for up to six credits if topic
differs.
Prerequisites: Permission of supervising
faculty member and department head.
(A course subtitle on the student’s transcript
will describe the content of this course, e.g., BI 391 Laboratory
Experience in Genetics.) Practical experience in laboratory
biology under supervision of a faculty member engaged in research.
A written report of the laboratory experience will be required and
placed on file in the department office.
BI 402 Microbial
Ecology
3 cr. (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, CH 112,
junior standing or permission of instructor.
A survey of aspects of microbes, especially
bacteria that influence or are influenced by the environment. The
ubiquitous organisms are studied in varied habitats.
BI 404 Virology
3 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 203 or BI 303, or CLS
204 and CLS 214, and CH 220 or CH 322, junior standing or
instructor permission.
An introductory course in virology integrating
some of the biochemical, genetic and medical implications of
viruses with general virology.
BI 405 Immunology
3 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 203 or BI 303, or CLS
203, and CH 220 or CH 322, junior standing or instructor
permission.
Introduction to immunology, considering basic
immunological mechanisms including humoral and cell-mediated
immunity, immunity of infectious disease, immunogenetics and tumor
immunology.
BI 410 Ecology of the
Great Lakes
4 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, BI 210,
junior standing or instructor permission.
Lectures on the ecology of the Laurentian Great
Lakes. Core subjects include biogeochemistry, community ecology
and the ecological consequences of human activities including
exotic species introductions, environmental pollution and natural
resource management practices.
BI 411 Limnology
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 210 and CH 112, junior
standing or instructor permission.
Physical, chemical and biological aspects of
lakes and streams. Laboratory work includes methods and
instruments of field studies.
BI 412 Biometrics
4 cr. (3-2-0)
Prerequisites: MA 105 or equivalent,
junior standing or permission of instructor.
Design and classification of experiments, methods
of estimation and testing of hypotheses related to experiments.
Desk calculators are used to solve simple problems involving data
available from the student’s field of study.
BI 413 Biochemistry
of Development
4 cr. (2-2-0)
Prerequisites: BI 312, and either BI 313,
BI 321, or CH 450, junior standing or permission of instructor.
The biochemical and genetic events accompanying
and influencing embryonic development, with emphasis on pertinent
literature and techniques.
BI 414 Electron
Microscopy
3 cr. (1-0-5)
Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing
and instructor permission.
Lecture and laboratory work on the routine
procedures of electron microscopy including specimen preparation,
viewing, micrograph processing, interpretation analysis, and
application to biological problems. Cytochemical and high
resolution autoradiographic techniques may also be explored.
BI 416 Experimental
Cytogenetics
2-3 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 206 or BI 312, junior
standing or instructor permission.
A course designed to develop competence in the
preparation, recognition, and presentation of karyotypes with
emphasis on the human karyotype. Three credits may be earned by
students who prepare a term paper. Students may enroll for three
credits only with instructor permission.
BI 418 Molecular
Biology
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 312 (or BI 206 with
instructor permission), and CH 220 or CH 322, and credit or
enrollment in CH 450, junior standing or instructor permission.
Prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene structure and
expression. Laboratories explore some of the techniques used for
manipulating genes in vitro, including DNA isolation, DNA
electrophoresis, subcloning, and work with the bacteriophage. This
course will cover some of the theory and applications of
biotechnology.
BI 419 Biology of
Cancer
4 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 312, BI 313 or CH 450,
junior standing or instructor permission.
Introduction to the cellular and genetic changes
that cause cells to begin dividing in an uncontrolled fashion and
to subsequently spread throughout the body. Cell cycle regulation,
cell growth, apoptosis and cell adhesion in normal and tumor cells
will be compared. Genes altered in tumors, including oncogenes and
tumor suppressor genes will be studied. Pertinent literature will
be examined.
BI 421 Invertebrate
Zoology
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Identity and habits of invertebrates, excluding
parasites and insects, with emphasis on observation, collection,
and recognition of local fauna.
BI 423 Parasitology
3 cr. (2-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111 and BI 112 or CLS
204 and CLS 214, junior standing or permission of instructor.
Life histories, ecology, physiology and
host-parasite relationships. Laboratory includes examination of
hosts for parasites and preparation of specimens for study.
BI 424 General
Entomology
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Structure, physiology, taxonomy, ecology and
economic importance of insects and their near relatives.
Techniques of collecting, preserving and mounting specimens for
study.
BI 425 Endocrinology
3 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 202 or BI 222, and CH
220 or equivalent, junior standing or instructor permission.
Structure and physiology of endocrine glands,
biological actions and biochemistry of hormones, emphasizing their
role (at the systems level) in homeostasis, intermediary
metabolism, reproduction and behavior of mammals.
BI 426 Human
Histology
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 111 and BI 112, or CLS
201, and BI 201 or BI 221, junior standing or instructor
permission.
Study of the microscopic anatomy of human tissues
and organs at the light microscope level.
BI 427 Ecological
Animal Physiology
4 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 210, and BI 222 or BI
202, junior standing or instructor permission.
The course emphasizes physiological adaptations
of animals to their environment. It covers topics such as
thermoregulation, nutrition and digestion, osmoregulation,
nitrogen metabolism, sensory physiology and reproductive
physiology.
BI 428 Behavioral
Ecology
4 cr.
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, BI 210, BI
312 and BI 315, junior standing or instructor permission.
Behavior, just like any phenotype, is shaped by
selection associated with various environments and ecological
interactions. Course will consider the diversity of behavior
exhibited in natural populations, how it evolves under various
ecological conditions and approaches to testing hypotheses about
behavioral evolution and adaptive functions.
BI 430 Plant Anatomy
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 230 junior standing or
instructor permission.
Structure and development of higher forms of
plant life. Techniques of selecting and staining plant tissues are
practiced.
BI 431 Plant
Physiology
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, CH 112,
junior standing or permission of instructor.
Principles of plant nutrition, metabolism, plant
water relations, transport of materials in plants and
physiological aspects of plant growth and development. Methods of
studying plant functions are emphasized in the laboratory.
BI 433 Local Flora
2 cr. (1-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Lecture, field and laboratory studies dealing
with recognition, collection, and preservation of herbaceous
plants.
BI 434 Plant Ecology
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 210, BI 310 recommended,
junior standing or permission of instructor.
Field oriented study of terrestrial and aquatic
vegetation, covering topics in population, community, and
landscape ecology. Laboratories emphasize research approaches,
sampling techniques, data analysis and technical writing skills.
BI 441 Fisheries
Management
3 cr. (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: BI 210 or BI 422, and MA
104 or MA 105 or MA 171, junior standing or permission of
instructor.
Philosophy and objectives of managing the North
American fisheries; implementation of management techniques.
Laboratory instruction includes collection and analysis of data.
BI 442 Wildlife
Management
4 cr. (3-0-2)
Prerequisites: BI 210, junior standing or
permission of instructor.
Application of ecological principles and
technical knowledge to the management of populations of wildlife.
BI 460 Ichthyology
3 cr. (2-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Identification, ecology and behavior of local
fishes.
BI 461 Herpetology
3 cr. (2-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Field oriented study of amphibians and reptiles
emphasizing identification and habits of local fauna.
BI 462 Ornithology
3 cr. (2-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Lectures, laboratories and field trips dealing
with evolution systematics, morphology, ecology, behavior and
identification of birds with emphasis on local species.
BI 463 Mammalogy
3 cr. (2-0-3)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Lectures, laboratories and field trips dealing
with evolution systematics, morphology, ecology, behavior and
identification of mammals with emphasis on the Great Lakes region.
BI 465 Aquatic
Insects
4 cr. (2-0-4)
Prerequisites: BI 111, BI 112, junior
standing or permission of instructor.
Emphasis on the recognition of major taxa of
aquatic insects, especially from the local area, through the use
of technical reference materials.
BI 491 Seminar
1 cr.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission and
junior standing. Course prerequisites and a minimum GPA may be
required for some topics. May be repeated once if topic varies.
Variable content, depending on instructor.
Students read extensively from periodical literature and meet
weekly for reports and discussion.
BI 492 Research in
Water Science
2 cr. (0-0-4)
Cross-listed as CH 492.
Prerequisites: Water science majors with
junior standing or instructor permission.
A course to introduce students to environmentally
related research. Projects are pursued in cooperation with a
faculty research adviser. The research adviser and research
problem must be selected a semester prior to registration. A
written and oral final report is required.
BI 495 Special Topics
in Biology
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission and
junior standing.
Variable content, depending upon the competencies
of staff and special needs of students.
BI 498 Directed
Studies in Biology
1-4 cr.
May be repeated for up to four credits.
Prerequisites: The core courses in
biology, junior standing and instructor permission at least one
month before beginning of course.
An opportunity for qualified junior and senior
students to conduct independent study and investigative work.
BI 499 Internship
1-6 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Senior status in good
standing with a minimum GPA of 2.50 and a major in biology,
botany, or zoology; appropriate background for subject of
internship; adviser, department head, and cooperating agency
supervisor permission.
Practical experience under the supervision of an
experienced biologist, in an academic, governmental, or private
setting. Application for internship must be made at the Biology
Department office at least four weeks before the start of the
internship. A written report incorporating an evaluation and
critique of the internship experience will be required. A course
subtitle on the student’s transcript will describe the particular
content of this course.
(Communication Disorders Department)
CD 150 Survey of
Communication Disorders
4 cr.
A survey of the normal communication process and
an introduction to a variety of communication disorders that
affect a person’s ability to communicate effectively in our
society. Etiologies and treatments of the various disorders are
also discussed.
CD 160 Anatomy of the
Speech and Hearing Mechanism
4 cr. (3-0-2)
Study of the anatomical structures and the
physiological function of the head, neck and thorax and their
relationship to speech and voice production, laboratory exercises
and activities.
CD 200 Phonetics
3 cr.
Study of the acoustic and physiological phonetic
information necessary for making phonetic transcriptions of normal
and disordered speech. Instruction in phonology and articulation
of sounds of general American speech are also presented in lecture
and through laboratory experience.
CD 210 Introduction
to Voice and Articulation
3 cr.
An introduction to normal parameters of voice and
articulation processes, their disorders, assessment, and
remediation.
CD 220: Speech and
Voice Science
3 cr.
The study of speech production systems in terms
of their anatomy, physiology and acoustic parameters of voice,
articulation and resonance, as well as acoustic correlates
relative to speech perception.
CD 252 American Sign
Language I
4 cr.
Simple expressive and receptive vocabulary
building and basic conversational skill in the ASL. Introduces
basic information about the deaf community and its culture.
CD 253 American Sign
Language II
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CD 252 with a grade of “C”
or higher.
More emphasis on the development of receptive and
expressive skills involving structured communication situations
that require the use of ASL.
CD 351 Audiology I
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CD 160 or instructor
permission.
The basic physics of sound, anatomy of the ear,
pure tone testing, and pathologies of the ear.
CD 355 Language
Development
3 cr.
Theories and conceptual models of language
development in the young normal child. The roles of syntax,
semantics and phonology are discussed in relationship to various
conceptual models and theories.
CD 356 Language
Disorders
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CD 355 or instructor
permission.
The theoretical foundations for the management of
language disorders in children with a focus on the practical
aspects of assessment and treatment.
CD 357 Fluency
Disorders
3 cr.
Study of normal dysfluency, stuttering, and
cluttering. The development, measurement, and treatment of
stuttering are emphasized.
CD 359 Organic
Disorders of Communication
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CD 160 or instructor
permission.
Organic disorders of communication with emphasis
on aphasia, cleft palate and cerebral palsy.
CD 370 Observation
2 cr.
Supervised observation of therapy and diagnostic
sessions within the department's Speech and Hearing Clinic.
Students are required to complete 25 hours of observation.
CD 400 Phonological
Disorders
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CD 200 and CD 210, junior
standing or instructor permission.
The nature, etiology, assessment and remediation
of phonological disorders in children.
CD 454 American Sign
Language III
2 cr.
Prerequisites: CD 253 with a grade of “C”
or higher, junior standing or permission of instructor.
Combination of basic and advanced knowledge of CD
452 and CD 453 and expansion of grammar and vocabulary development
of ASL. Emphasis is placed on using the language in short stories,
narratives and conversations using learned expressive and
receptive skills.
CD 456 Language and
Learning Disabilities in Children
4 cr.
Prerequisites: Senior standing or
instructor permission.
A review of the literature regarding language and
learning disabilities in children. Biological and linguistic
aspects of these disturbances are stressed.
CD 459 Neuroscience
for Communication Disorders
4 cr. (3-0-2)
Prerequisite: CD 160 and CD 359, junior
standing or instructor permission.
The structure and organization of the human
central and peripheral nervous systems with particular emphasis on
their functional relationship to normal speech and language
processes, laboratory exercises and activities.
CD 460 Aging and
Cognition
3 cr.
Prerequisite: CD 150, CD 355, junior
standing or instructor permission.
Examination of basic cognitive processes such as
attention, perception and memory within the context of adulthood
and aging. Pathological conditions which affect cognition such as
traumatic brain injury and dementia will also be discussed.
CD 464 Methods of
Diagnosis
4 cr.
Prerequisite: CD 200, junior standing or
instructor permission.
Instruction and practice in the clinical
procedures relative to the evaluation, measurement and treatment
of communication disorders in children and adults.
CD 465: Methods of
Treatment
2 cr.
Prerequisites: Communication Disorders
majors, and at least senior standing or instructor permission.
Instruction and practice in the clinical
procedures relative to the treatment of communication disorders.
CD 492 Workshop in
Speech Pathology and Audiology
1-6 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
Short, intensive workshop regarding new
developments in speech pathology and audiology; presented
periodically.
CD 495 Special Topics
in Speech Pathology and Audiology
1-4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
Topics of special interest are presented
periodically as the opportunity arises.
CD 496 Special Topics
in Speech Pathology and Audiology
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
Topics of special interest are presented
periodically as the opportunity arises.
CD 497 Directed
Pre-professional Experience
3 cr.
Prerequisites: Senior status, minimum
cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and instructor permission.
An optional clinical experience designed for
exceptional students desiring to begin their clinical practice
prior to entering graduate school. Students apply to the Clinic
Director for consideration.
CD 498 Directed Study
in Speech Pathology and/or Audiology
2-4 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
An intensive study of some special problem under
the guidance of a faculty member in the speech pathology or
audiology area.
(Chemistry Department)
CH 090 Basic
Chemistry
3 cr.
Prerequisites: Proficiency in algebra (one
year of high school algebra is recommended).
Does not count toward a major or minor in
chemistry.
This course can not be applied to any
associate or baccalaureate degrees.
General survey of the principles of chemistry for
students having no previous chemistry or inadequate background for
CH 111 or CH 107. This is an integrated lecture-laboratory course
utilizing an experimental approach.
CH 105 Chemical
Principles
4 cr. (3-0-2)
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Prerequisites: Proficiency in algebra (one
year of high school algebra is recommended).
Introduction to chemistry including contemporary
applications and problems. Topics include states of matter, atomic
and molecular structure, electrochemistry, energy, nuclear
chemistry, organic and polymer chemistry. The fundamentals of
these topics are discussed as well as their relationship to
technology and consumer uses. Does not count toward a major or
minor in chemistry.
CH 107 Introductory
Chemistry I
4 cr. (3-1-2)
Does not count toward a major or minor in
chemistry. Primarily for students preparing for a career in
nursing or a related profession.
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Prerequisites: Proficiency in algebra (one
year of high school algebra or MA 100 is recommended) and one year
of high school chemistry or CH 090 is recommended.
Fundamental laws and generalizations of inorganic
chemistry and introduction to nomenclature, structure, functional
groups and reactions of organic chemistry.
CH 108 Introductory
Chemistry II
4 cr. (3-1-2)
Does not count toward major or minor in
chemistry.
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Prerequisites: CH 107 or equivalent.
Continuation of CH 107. An introduction to
biochemistry, with emphasis on structure of biochemical compounds
and their functions in living systems.
CH 111 General
Chemistry I
5 cr. (3-1-3)
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Prerequisites: Proficiency in algebra (two
years of high school algebra or MA 104 or MA 105 is recommended)
and one year of high school chemistry or CH 090.
Survey of atomic structure, bonding,
stoichiometry and the states of matter.
CH 112 General
Chemistry II
5 cr. (3-1-3)
Satisfies the foundations of natural
sciences/mathematics requirement.
Prerequisite: CH 111.
Study of chemical equilibria and kinetics,
thermodynamics, solution reactions, survey of the chemistry of the
common elements and nuclear chemistry.
CH 215 Chemistry of
the Elements
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: CH 112.
Descriptive chemistry of elements and their
compounds with relation to the periodic table. Emphasis is placed
on chemical behavior, bonding and structure, and spectral,
thermodynamic, and electrochemical properties. Laboratory work
consists of the synthesis and characterization of common elements
and their compounds, including simple salts, complexes, covalent
and volatile compounds, and salts of oxyacids.
CH 220 Introductory
Organic Chemistry
5 cr. (4-0-3)
Credit cannot be earned in both CH 220 and CH
321.
Prerequisite: CH 112.
A one-semester comprehensive course covering all
aspects of organic chemistry including nomenclature, structure,
optical activity, functional groups, spectra, syntheses and
polycyclic, polyfunctional, heterocyclic, organosulfur and
organophosphorus compounds. Emphasis on the organic compounds and
reactions important to the function of living systems.
CH 241 Chemical
Equilibrium
3 cr.
Prerequisite: CH 112.
Study of chemical equilibrium in water including
ionization, solubility, acid-base phenomena, complex ion formation
and oxidation-reduction reactions.
CH 242 Quantitative
Analysis
2 cr. (0-0-6)
Prerequisite: CH 112.
The principles and methods of quantitative
analysis, including titrimetry, spectrophotometry and
potentiometry are used to determine the composition of various
materials and the physical constants of substances.
CH 295 Special Topics
in Chemistry
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Topics reflecting the special interests of
students and staff. Designed for freshmen, sophomores and
non-majors.
CH 296 Special Topics
in Chemistry
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Topics reflecting the special interests of
students and staff. Designed for freshmen, sophomores and
non-majors.
CH 297 Directed
Studies in Chemistry
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
May be repeated if topic differs up to four
credit hours.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Independent study and investigative work. Adviser
and research problem must be selected a semester prior to
registration.
CH 298 Directed
Studies in Chemistry
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs up to four
credit hours.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Independent study and investigative work. Adviser
and research problem must be selected a semester prior to
registration.
CH 321 Organic
Chemistry I
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Credit cannot be earned in both CH 220 and CH
321.
Prerequisite: CH 112.
The chemistry of the aliphatic and aromatic
hydrocarbons and their derivatives, the significance of the
various groups in the molecule and the nature of organic
reactions.
CH 322 Organic
Chemistry II
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: CH 321.
A continuation of CH 321. The chemistry of
carbonyl compounds and other groups, and some special topics are
covered.
CH 340 Environmental
Chemistry
5 cr. (3-0-6)
Prerequisites: CH 241 and CH 242.
A study of chemical interaction in natural and
perturbed systems. Emphasis is placed on physical and analytical
aspects with an introduction to the mathematics of data
utilization.
CH 341 Physical
Chemistry I
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: CH 241, CH 242, one year of
calculus and physics, or instructor permission.
Theory, problems and experiments concerning the
structure of atoms and molecules and the gaseous, liquid and solid
states.
CH 342 Physical
Chemistry II
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: CH 241, CH 242, one year of
calculus and physics, or instructor permission.
Theory, problems and experiments concerning
chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics and the phase rule.
CH 415 Inorganic
Chemistry
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: CH 341 and CH 342 or CH 341
and concurrent enrollment in CH 342, junior standing or instructor
permission.
Comparative study of the chemical elements and
their compounds with emphasis on periodic relations, principles of
structure and bonding, kinetics of reactions and spectral and
thermodynamic properties. Topics include complex ions, defect
crystals, electron deficient compounds, organometallic and
bio-inorganic chemistry. A variety of inorganic compounds are
prepared and studied.
CH 435 Gas and Liquid
Chromatography
2 cr. (3-0-6)
This course is taught for one half of the
semester.
Prerequisites: CH 322, junior standing or
instructor permission.
A study of the principles, instrumentation and
analytical applications of gas and liquid chromatography and mass
spectrometry. GC, GC/MS and HPLC techniques are presented in the
laboratory.
CH 436 Modern
Spectrometry
3 cr. (2-0-3)
Prerequisites: CH 341, junior standing or
instructor permission.
A study of principles, instrumentation and
analytical applications of modern spectroscopic methods including
Mass, Infrared, UV/Visible and NMR spectroscopy. The theoretical
basis for each type of spectroscopy, basic instrument design and
spectral analysis will be discussed with particular emphasis on
the use of a combination of these methods in structural
elucidation. Modern NMR experiments including 2-D spectroscopy
will be discussed. Laboratory exercises will focus on instrument
operation and data interpretation.
CH 437 Atomic
Absorption Spectrometry
1 cr. (2-0-3)
This course is taught for one half of the
semester.
Prerequisites: CH 341 or concurrent
enrollment in CH 341, junior standing or instructor permission.
A study of principles, instrumentation and
analytical applications of atomic absorption spectroscopy
techniques. Lecture material will cover sample collection and
preparation, sample atomization, optical instrumentation, spectral
interferences and data analysis. Atomic absorption techniques will
be compared to inductively coupled plasma techniques. Laboratory
exercises will focus on sample preparation, instrument operation
and data analysis.
CH 450 Introductory
Biochemistry
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: CH 220 or CH 322, junior
standing or instructor permission.
A study of the fundamental concepts of
biochemistry, including the chemical and physical properties of
biomolecules and the chemical basis of the major metabolic
pathways. Laboratory experiments teach basic biochemical
techniques.
CH 452 Intermediary
Metabolism
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CH 450, junior standing or
instructor permission.
A course designed to follow Introductory
Biochemistry, emphasizing metabolic processes and exposing
students to current biochemical literature. Topics include the
biosynthesis of lipids, amino acids, nucleic acids and the study
of gene expression and protein synthesis. Abnormalities in
metabolic processes that result in disease will be considered.
CH 454 Biochemical
Techniques
4 cr. (0-0-12)
Prerequisites: CH 450, junior standing or
instructor permission.
A laboratory course applying instrumental
techniques to biochemical problems. Experiments include
immunological assay, electrophoresis, radioisotope labeling and
purification and analysis of DNA.
CH 456 Protein
Structure and Function
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CH 450, junior standing or
instructor permission.
An investigation of the structure of proteins
enhanced by the use of computer software with three dimensional
images. The relationship between protein structure and function
will be explored by studying enzymatic reaction mechanisms and
kinetics.
CH 490 Senior
Research and Seminar I
2-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs up to four
credit hours.
Prerequisites: Biochemistry or chemistry
major and senior standing or instructor permission.
Some aspects of chemical research, pursued in
cooperation with a research adviser. Oral and written reports and
attendance at a weekly seminar are required. Adviser and research
problem must be selected a semester prior to registration.
CH 491 Senior
Research and Seminar II
2-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs up to four
credit hours.
Prerequisites: Biochemistry or chemistry
major and senior standing and Instructor permission.
A continuation of CH 490. Open to students who
have demonstrated exceptional competencies.
CH 492 Research in
Water Science
2 cr.
Cross-listed as BI 492.
Prerequisites: Water science major, junior
standing or instructor permission, and CH 242. CH 340 is strongly
recommended.
A course to introduce students to environmentally
related research. Projects are pursued in cooperation with a
faculty research adviser. The research adviser and research
problem must be selected a semester prior to registration. A
written and final oral report are required.
CH 495 Special
Topics in Chemistry
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission and
junior standing.
Variable content, depending upon the specialties
of the staff and special needs of the students.
(Modern Languages and Literatures
Department)
CHN 101 Elementary
Chinese I
4 cr.
Satisfies the formal communication studies
requirement.
An Introductory course in the Chinese language
and culture. Students learn rudimentary "survival" skills such as
social etiquette, telling time and directions, talking about
family, school and work, and writing and recognizing written
characters.
(College of Business–Computer Information
Systems)
All CIS courses numbered 120 and above
are invalid after seven years.
CIS majors and minors must earn a minimum
grade of "C-" in each CIS/IS course applying to their CIS
major/minor.
CIS 110 Principles of
Computer Information Systems
4 cr.
CIS 110 is the equivalent of IS 100, IS 101,
IS 102 and IS 104.
Satisfies the formal communication studies
requirement.
A course intended to establish basic computer
literacy applicable to students' continuing education and career
goals. Students in the class make extensive use of the university
computer facilities, using microcomputers and commercial software
for word processing, spreadsheet analysis and database management.
Computer terminology and programming are also introduced. Topics
for lecture and reading include: computer systems (hardware and
software), systems analysis, data communication, management
information systems, and issues related to computers in society.
CIS 155 Software
Development 1
2 cr.
Prerequisite: IS 120 (may be taken
concurrently).
Study and practice of a visually-based
programming language and application generator. Course will
involve screen creation, logic development for event-driven screen
operations, and object-orientation.
CIS 220 Network
Concepts
2 cr.
Prerequisites: IS 120 or instructor
permission.
The course covers the detailed descriptions and
workings of network hardware and software components, as well as
the operation and management of a LAN. Hands-on demonstration and
various hands-on assignments will be given. Students set up NIC's,
hubs, and wiring for Ethernet, and other topologies.
CIS 228 Concepts of
Help Desk/Call Center Operations
2 cr.
This course will provide an overview of Help Desk
and Call Center operations including the different types of help
desks/call centers, career paths, and the knowledge, skills, and
abilities needed to be successful. Students will examine the
people, processes, technology and information required for
successful support operations.
CIS 230 Novell
Operating Systems
2 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 220 or concurrent
enrollment, or instructor permission.
In a laboratory setting students install a Novell
LAN including severs and workstations. Students set up user
directories, security, print servers and application software. The
course has both a lecture/discussion and a lab component.
CIS 234 Microsoft
Network Operating Systems
2 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 220 or concurrent
enrollment or instructor permission.
The primary aim of this course is to help
students learn to use the desktop interface and tools necessary
for implementing an industrial strength workstation that will
administer a small or large network. A second purpose is to help
prepare students for the implementing and supporting Microsoft
network certification credential. The course provides hands-on
training in the following areas: planning, installation and
configuration, managing resources, connectivity, running
applications, monitoring and optimization, and troubleshooting.
CIS 250 Systems
Development I
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 155 and CIS 220 (may be
taken concurrently). CIS 255 must be taken in subsequent semester.
The first of a two-course sequence is designed to
provide students with a basic understanding of the systems
development process using prototyping, iterative, rapid
application development approach. Emphasis is on the early stages
of the system development process presenting the concepts, tools
and methodologies used by the professional analyst. Students are
exposed to the issues and decisions associated with the rigors of
managing a systems development project.
CIS 255 Systems
Development II
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 250 (must be taken in
prior semester) or instructor permission.
The second of a two-course sequence is designed
to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the systems
development process using a protyping, iterative, rapid
application development approach. Emphasis is on the refinement
and implementation of the system development process presenting
the concepts, tools, and methodologies used by the professional
analyst. Students are exposed to the issues and decisions
associated with the rigors of managing a systems development
project.
CIS 291 Internship in
Computer Information Systems
1-8 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Completion of the College
of Business prerequisite courses and 48 semester hours and
approval of internship coordinator.
Appropriate professional work experience at a
computer installation. Students are required to document their
work experience and fulfill requirements stipulated upon approval
of the internship.
CIS 295 Special
Topics in Computer Information Systems
1-4 cr.
Designed for freshmen and sophomores and as a
service course. If topic differs, may be repeated for credit with
permission of instructors. Topics dependent on the special
interests of students and staff.
CIS 297 Directed
Studies in Computer Information Systems
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisite: College of Business
permission.
Individual investigations of a special topic in
information systems.
CIS 298 Directed
Studies in Computer Information Systems
1-4 cr.
Prerequisite: College of Business
permission.
Individual investigations of a special topic in
information systems.
CIS 330 Novell
Certification Preparation
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 230 or instructor
permission.
This course is designed as an in-depth study of
the most complex functions and features of installing, configuring
and maintaining the latest Novell Netware based local area network
system with the main goal being preparation for the CNA Exam. The
course makes extensive use of practice exam software that
simulates the testing environment on which students must perform
actions according to a given scenario.
CIS 334 Microsoft
Certification Preparation
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 234 or instructor
permission.
This course is designed as a in-depth study of
the most complex functions and features of installing, configuring
and maintaining the latest Windows Operating System with the main
goal being preparation for the Microsoft Certified Professional
Exam. The course makes extensive use of practice exam software
that simulates the testing environment, including a mock interface
on which students must perform actions according to a given
scenario.
CIS 355 Web
Applications Programming
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 155 or other
programming course and CIS 255 or permission of instructor.
This course teaches students how to program
client/server applications for the Web, focusing on database
integration using SQL. Topics cover scripting languages such as
JavaScript, VBScript, or other current alternatives, using them to
read input from Web forms, store and retrieve data from databases,
and produce Web output. Emphasis is on business-oriented
applications for the Web.
CIS 415 Systems
Development Project
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 255, CIS 464 (CIS 464
may be a corequisite with instructor's permission) and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
A capstone course whose emphasis is on the
development of a computer application by student project teams
assigned to local businesses or university departments. Depending
upon the project, the entire system development life cycle may
occur in one semester, or students may only accomplish one phase
per semester. Project teams learn project management skills
through job assignments and weekly status meetings with the
instructor. Class time is arranged by project.
CIS 416 Advanced
Systems Development Project
1-3 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 415 and junior standing
or permission of instructor.
Additional experience with computer application
development and implementation. The structure of the course is
identical to CIS 415.
CIS 428 Help
Desk/Call Center Management
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 228, MGT 228, MGT 240,
junior standing or permission of instructor.
This course serves as a capstone experience for
students who are interested in management positions in the help
desk/call center industry. Techniques for developing and managing
a customer support center will be the focus of the course.
Students will gain experience with the unique tools and
technologies utilized in the support environment and learn how the
information is applied to make more effective decisions.
CIS 430 Data
Communication
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 155, CIS 250 and junior
standing or permission of instructor.
The course covers the theories and technical
prerequisites of data communication. Subjects include hardware,
fundamental communication concepts, voice communication,
configurations, common carrier service offerings, network design,
protocols and software, microcomputers and communication, local
area networks, network management and network security.
CIS 440 Management
Information Systems
3 cr.
Prerequisites: MKT 230, MGT 240, and FIN
351 junior standing or permission of instructor.
A course designed to provide students with majors
in the College of Business with adequate background to be able to
keep abreast of current developments in the use of computer
information systems in supporting management functions.
Information systems have become essential for creating competitive
firms, managing global corporations, and providing useful products
and services to customers. This course considers the needs of
organizations from an information systems standpoint.
CIS 464 Database
Management Systems
3 cr.
Prerequisites: CIS 250 and junior standing
or instructor permission.
This course provides a broad survey of all of the
major topics in the field of database systems from an applied
perspective. The initial emphasis will be on relational database
concepts, logical design, physical design and SQL access but the
course will also consider hierarchical and network models, and the
advanced object-oriented and object/relational models. Supporting
topics will include the entity-relationship model, database
administration, data dictionaries and catalogs, backup and
recovery, concurrency control, and database security. Also covered
will be such contemporary topics as distributed database,
client/server database, data warehousing and data mining.
CIS 470 E-Commerce
and E-Business
3 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
This course explores the impact of information
technology concepts and advances on the ways in which business is
conducted in electronic commerce arena, as well as information
technology's impact on business activity in more traditional
business markets. This exploration is designed to give the
student: a) an appreciation for the scope and performance
characteristics exhibited by current information technology as it
relates to business, and b) some insight into current changes in
the way business strategy is being implemented by E-Commerce
firms.
CIS 490 Seminar on
Information Systems and Information Technology
3 cr.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
This course provides students with an opportunity
to cover the latest and emerging topics in the area of information
systems and information technology. The course is directly aimed
to keep students up-to-date with the changes in the information
systems and information technology area. The course covers
wide-ranging topics from all concentrations of information
systems.
CIS 491 Internship in
Computer Information Systems
1-8 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
permission of instructor.
Appropriate professional work experience at a
computer installation. Students are required to document their
work experience and fulfill requirements stipulated upon approval
of the internship.
CIS 495 Special
Topics in Computer Information Systems
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
Variable topics of current interest.
CIS 496 Special
Topics in Computer Information Systems
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or
instructor permission.
Designed for juniors and seniors and as a service
course. Topics dependent on the special interests of students and
staff.
CIS 497 Directed
Studies in Computer Information Systems
1-4 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Junior standing and College
of Business permission.
Individual research in computer information
systems. Work is supervised through conferences with an adviser.
CIS 498 Directed
Studies in Computer Information Systems
1-4 cr.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and College
of Business permission.
Individual research in computer information
systems. Work is supervised through conferences with an adviser.
(Criminal Justice Department)
CJ 110 Introduction
to Criminal Justice
4 cr.
An introduction to the various subcomponents of
the justice system: police, courts and corrections. The course
will illustrate how these interrelated components result in the
administration of justice in a democratic society. Current
problems faced by the criminal justice process will be discussed.
CJ 191 Training
Seminar (Specific Topic)
1-4 cr.
Note: No more than 4 credits of
CJ 191 and/or CJ 298 may be applied toward the AS or AAS degree
programs. CJ 191 and CJ 298 do not apply toward the
bachelor degree.
This course is for criminal justice elective
credit and may be applied toward the criminal justice associate or
applied science degree program. It cannot be used for the criminal
justice minor or the criminal justice bachelor degree program.
This is a training course specifically designed for the topic at
hand. Course may include lectures, discussions, and field
experiences as the specific topic indicates. This course may be
taken more than once under a different topic.
CJ 212 The Law
Enforcement Function
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110 or instructor
permission.
The role of law enforcement in the criminal
justice system and society at large is explored. Emphasis is
placed on the history and current practices of policing, the
demands and rewards of careers in law enforcement, and the dilemma
inherent in policing a free society. The course is designed to
provide students with realistic expectations about policing, as
well as to promote critical thinking about the appropriate role of
the police in society.
CJ 213 The Judicial
Function
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110 or instructor
permission.
An examination of the criminal court system and
criminal process with an analysis of the major judicial
decision-makers, i.e., prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges and
the courtroom work group. Special attention is given the
empowerment of the judiciary, from original through appellate
jurisdiction.
CJ 214 The
Investigative Process I
4 cr.
Note: This course was previously numbered CJ
314 The Investigative Process I.
Prerequisites: CJ 110 or instructor
permission.
Theory of investigation, crime scene conduct,
collection and preservation of physical evidence; overview of
methods used in scientific interpretation of evidence;
presentation of evidence to the judicial system.
CJ 220 The
Corrections Functions
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110 or instructor
permission, or enrollment in Correctional Officer Certification
program.
Introduction to philosophy, theory and practice
involved in dealing officially with convicted offenders; appraisal
of treatment and post-correctional practices plus functions of
probation and parole are analyzed. Problems, trends and issues are
identified.
CJ 221 Roles of the
Corrections Client
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 220 or
instructor permission, or enrollment in Correctional Officer
Certification program.
Study of offenders in terms of their personal
background and definitional dimensions. Attitudes, behavior, and
criminal careers are examined to help develop realistic
perspective on crime and criminals.
CJ 227 Correctional
Institutions
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 220 or
instructor permission, or enrollment in Correctional Officer
Certification program.
The development, structure, and function of
correctional institutions, including jails. Emphasis is placed on
the principles and strategies of custody and treatment as they
pertain to the confined offender. The propriety and effectiveness
of the custody continuum are examined.
CJ 245 Legal Issues
in Corrections
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 220, or
instructor permission, or enrollment in correctional officer
certification program.
An overview of the major issues, trends and the
political and social dimensions of convictions. An analysis of
constitutional law, court decisions, current legislation of the
federal and state law affecting prisons and the judicial
proceedings. Description of Michigan internal review process in
institution and field disciplinary matters. Examination of a forum
for the legal rights of prisoners and the responsibilities of the
legal system, and the adjudication of juveniles and the
alternatives to incarceration. Examination of the impact of
federal court review on state and local corrections systems.
Description of recent legal decisions affecting Michigan
corrections.
CJ 250 Investigative
Interviewing and Interrogation
4 cr.
Prerequisite: CJ 110 or instructor
permission.
This course focuses on planning, conducting and
analyzing interviews and interrogations as part of an
investigation. Fundamental theories will be demonstrated in
practical exercises including detecting deception. The class will
analyze and discuss key Supreme Court decisions, particularly
Miranda v. Arizona, and the subsequent Fifth and Sixth Amendment
cases that guide current practices in public and private
investigations. Frequent references are made to current cases or
public incidents that relate to material under discussion.
CJ 255 Drugs, Crime
and the Justice System
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110 or permission of the
instructor.
This course describes and examines the history
and current state of the illegal drug problem in the United States
from the early 1800s to the present day. This includes the nature
of illegal drug use, the drug-crime connection, illegal drug
production and trafficking, the structure of illegal drug
enterprises, drug user profiles, drug control policy and treatment
programs and the drug legalization debate.
CJ 263 Criminology
4 cr.
Cross-listed with SO 263.
Prerequisites: SO 101 or SO 113 and CJ 110
or instructor permission.
This course explores the nature, extent, causes
and methods of treatment and prevention of crime and criminality.
Emphasis is placed on theories and methods of studying crime and
criminal behavior as social phenomena.
CJ 275 Legal Aspects
of Retail Security
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110 or permission of the
instructor.
This course examines the legal environment
surrounding the private security profession. It is critical to
realize that there are major legal restraints upon security
officers who help ensure both the protection of the public and
their employer. As with public police, in the area of private
security there is also a need to strike a balance between the
protection of one's business and protecting the individual liberty
and civil rights of suspects. As a result, it's extremely
important for professional security officers to understand how to
avoid incurring civil liability when they take action to protect
their business and its customers.
CJ 276 Retail Loss
Prevention Management
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110 or instructor
permission.
This course focuses on retail loss prevention
issues from a supervision and management perspective. It
discusses the role of loss prevention within the corporate
management structure. It explores classic and contemporary
management theory along with basic roles and functions of managers
and supervisors. It is designed to assist individuals currently
holding or aspiring to management positions in implementing
realistic loss prevention strategies in a mass retail
environment. The student will be introduced to fundamental
principals of management theory with an emphasis in applying them
to current-day issues in a retail setting. Whenever possible,
reference will be made to current cases or incidents that relate
to material under discussion.
CJ 280 Criminal Law
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110 or instructor
permission.
Analysis and classification of substantive common
law and statutory criminal offenses; defenses and other
limitations on criminal capacity.
CJ 290 Methods of
Inquiry in Criminal Justice
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110 or instructor
permission.
Note: This course was previously numbered CJ 210.
This course will expose students to the sources
of information available about the field of criminal justice;
prepare students to be intelligent consumers of criminal justice
research; foster the ability to critically evaluate “facts” and
findings relevant to the field; and illustrate the difference
between empirical findings and “conventional wisdom.” Students
will develop skills necessary for academic and professional growth
and competency in accessing, analyzing, and communicating
information about criminal justice issues.
CJ 292 Criminal
Justice Leadership Development
2 cr.
Prerequisite: CJ 110 and sophomore
standing.
Note: This course is designed as a
mid-point assessment class and must be taken prior to entering any
CJ 300-400 level courses.
This course introduces students to the concept of
leadership and the role that it plays in managing criminal justice
organizations. It will also explore opportunities for career
development and advancement in our system of justice. Students
will first be introduced to the essentials of criminal justice
agencies and their management with a special focus on leadership
and problem solving. Skills are developed through the hands-on
application of different theories of leadership and participation
in exercises emphasizing effective agency design, communication,
team-building and group dynamics, conflict resolution, motivation,
and organizational design. Students also learn how to respond to
and benefit from organizational change and conflict. Finally,
students will explore the concept and purpose of professional
development and advancement strategies for employees within
criminal justice agencies.
CJ 295 Special Topics
in Criminal Justice
1-4 cr.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
The study of special issues in criminal justice.
CJ 296 Local Jail
Corrections Academy
6 cr.
Graded S/U.
These credits can only be counted toward the
Associate of Applied Science in Corrections.
The Local Jail Corrections Academy consists of
160 hours of classroom instruction involving, ethics, stress
management, sexual harassment, cultural diversity, prisoner
behavior, suicide awareness, correctional law, interpersonal
communication, fire safety, report writing, defensive tactics,
custody and security, and booking and intake. This Academy is
approved through the Michigan Correction Officers Training Council
(MCOTC). The Academy is a requirement for employment in the field
of corrections and, therefore, students who have already completed
the Academy will be given 6 advanced placement credits toward this
degree.
CJ 297 State
Corrections Academy
12 cr.
Graded S/U.
These credits can only be counted toward the
Associate of Applied Science in Corrections.
The State Corrections Academy consists of 640
hours of corrections training, including 320 hours of classroom
training and 320 hours of specific, supervised, on-the-job
training. This Academy is approved through the Michigan
Correction Officers Training Council (MCOTC). The Academy is a
requirement for employment in the field of corrections and,
therefore, students who have already completed the Academy will be
given 12 advanced placement credits toward this degree.
CJ 298 Directed Study
1-4 cr.
Note: No more than 4 credits of CJ 191 and/or
CJ 298 may be applied toward the AS or AAS degree programs. CJ
191 and CJ 298 do not apply toward the bachelor degree.
Prerequisites: Instructor and department
permission.
Individual research on an advanced level in the
student’s field of interest as approved and directed by the major
professor.
CJ 299 Police Academy
12 cr.
Graded S/U.
Note: These credits can only be applied toward
the Associate of Applied Science in Law Enforcement degree.
Prerequisite: Admission to NMU Regional
Police Academy.
The Regional Police Academy is a 15 week, 900
hour police training school designed to provide basic law
enforcement training to in-service and pre-service recruits. At
the successful completion of academy training, a recruit becomes
certifiable as a police officer through the Michigan Law
Enforcement Officers Training Council. This training is
transferable to all states but Hawaii.
CJ 302 Community
Relations and Crime Prevention
4 cr.
May not be taken if the student has previously
taken LE 300 Police-Community Relations or LE 400 Crime
Prevention.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
junior status or instructor permission.
A survey of the field of relationships between
policing agencies and the communities they serve. Emphasis is
placed on communication and orientation toward common goals, with
a focus on the part that crime prevention techniques play in
reducing current community problems.
CJ 303 Victims in
Criminal Justice
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
junior standing or instructor permission.
The role of the victim of crime in the American
criminal justice process including: the needs, wants, expectations
of the victim of crime and how the criminal justice system does or
does not address them; survey of the historical development of the
place of the victim within the criminal justice process;
discussion of victim-oriented programs such as restitution and
victim compensation.
CJ 315 Criminal
Procedure
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
junior standing or instructor permission.
Rules of evidence and legal procedure in
important areas such as arrest, force, search and seizure.
CJ 323
Community-Based Corrections
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, junior
standing or instructor permission.
This is a course on non-institutional corrections
which focuses on the contemporary means and philosophy of positive
intervention in the lives of selected offenders in an effort to
facilitate improved social functioning. Specific attention is
given to such critical corrections issues as: resource brokering,
problem solving, accountability and communication. Methods and
techniques of service delivery within the context of probation,
parole, diversion, halfway houses, and other community settings
are stressed.
CJ 412 Crisis
Intervention and Stress Analysis
4 cr.
May not be taken if the student has already
taken LE 410 Police Crisis Intervention or LE 415 Police Stress
Analysis.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
junior standing or instructor permission.
The course will examine the challenges and risks
of the various “front line” crisis intervention situations
encountered by police and corrections officers. Emphasis is on the
dynamics of interpersonal relations and intervention techniques,
especially in conflict-oriented situations. Alternatives available
to officers, as well as the relative roles of other legal and
social agencies, will be discussed. The second half of the course
will focus on stress issues relative to police and corrections
personnel. Basic concepts in the psychological and physiological
effects of stress will be discussed. This information will be
applied to specific stressors common to police and corrections
officers, administrators and officers’ family life.
CJ 414 The
Investigative Process II
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 214, CJ 290, CJ
292 and junior standing or instructor permission.
The actual gathering, identifying, preserving,
and analyzing of evidence. The course prepares the student to
write investigative reports that can be introduced into a court of
law. It stresses the legal importance of all types of evidence and
the probability of their acceptance in a court.
CJ 420 Forensic
Psychology
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
junior standing or instructor permission.
This course will examine the role of the
discipline of psychology in the criminal justice system. Many of
the functions performed in law enforcement, adjudication and
corrections, rely heavily on psychological principles and
research. In this class, students will explore many of the aspects
of criminal justice theory and practice which are
interdisciplinary in nature, and for which a basic understanding
of psychological principles is fundamental. This course will be
taught as a seminar, with students actively participating in
instruction by independently exploring a topic of their choice and
sharing their findings with the class.
CJ 426 International
Crime and Comparative Criminal Justice Systems
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
junior standing or instructor permission.
This course explores the justice systems of
various countries in depth, and compares the significant
similarities and differences between them and the United States.
Both statutory and common law are analyzed, as well as crime
rates, prevention, detention, and judicial procedures.
CJ 431 Issues in
Criminal Justice Administration
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
junior standing or instructor permission.
This course focuses on new management and
administrative requirements of the criminal justice complex in
transition. Attention is paid to the development of the
understanding of the implementation of processes such as job
enrichment, leadership and power, planning for change,
motivational and communication theory to the administration and
coordination of the criminal justice system and the management of
its components.
CJ 435 Domestic and
International Terrorism
4 cr.
Prerequisite: CJ 110 and CJ 290, Junior
standing or permission of the instructor.
This course examines the history and current
state of the problem of domestic and international terrorism. This
includes the types and nature of terror, profiles of the
individuals, organizations, and nation states involved in
terrorism, their motivations and targets, the attacks against the
United States, strategies currently used to control and prevent
terrorism, and the prospects for the future.
CJ 440 Discretionary
Justice
4 cr.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
junior standing or instructor permission.
In-depth study of the use of discretion in
criminal justice taught in seminar style. Students are required to
participate in realistic simulated decision making situations that
reveal subjective and subtle influences on the decision makers.
Police, institution classification, and parole decision issues are
emphasized.
CJ 490 Professional
Development and Assessment
2 cr.
Note: This course replaces CJ 489 Theory and
Ideology of Criminal Justice.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
senior standing or instructor permission.
This course is intended to provide students with
information and perspectives necessary for a successful career
search in criminal justice. Students will be asked to actively
engage in various assignments that will heighten their awareness
of the importance of communication skills, interviewing skills,
and overall professional preparation. It will encourage students
to explore their values, skills, and competencies in order to come
to a better understanding of the unique qualities and abilities
that each may contribute in their chosen profession. Finally
students will assist with the accomplishment of the department's
assessment objectives by participating in select activities and
discussions.
CJ 491 Internship in
Criminal Justice
4-16 cr.
Graded S/U.
May be applied as general elective credit
only.
Prerequisites: All 100 and 200 level CJ
core courses, junior standing, 2.70 cumulative GPA and permission
of the Criminal Justice Internship Coordinator.
Supervised field experience through
university-arranged placements in law enforcement, corrections,
loss prevention or other criminal justice agencies.
CJ 495 Special Topics
in Criminal Justice
1-4 cr.
May be repeated if topic differs for 8 credit
hours.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 290, CJ 292 and
junior standing or instructor permission.
The study of special issues in criminal justice
at a more advanced level. Sometimes used to accommodate the
training of visiting lecturers.
CJ 497
Teaching/Research Apprenticeship
1-4 cr.
Note: Only 4 credit hours of CJ 497 and/or CJ
498 may be applied toward the major.
Prerequisites: CJ 110, CJ 210, CJ 292 and
junior standing or instructor permission.
Directed apprentice activities in research or
teaching. Students will work under close supervision of their
major professor.
CJ 498 Directed Study
1-4 cr.
Note: Only 4 credit hours of CJ 497 and/or CJ
498 can be applied toward the major.
Prerequisites: CJ 290, CJ 292 and junior
standing or instructor permission.
Individual research on an advanced level in
student’s field of interest as approved and directed by major
professor.
(Clinical Laboratory Science Department)
CLS 100 Obtaining a
Blood Specimen
1 cr. (2-0-4)
Graded S/U.
Meets first four weeks of the semester. A course
designed to teach any interested student phlebotomy skills by
venipuncture and dermal puncture methods. Lecture topics of
infection control, safety, ethics, communication, specimen
processing, selection of anti-coagulants, order of draw,
prioritizing requests, complications, and accidental needlesticks
are some of the major areas addressed in this course.
CLS 109 Introduction
to Diagnostic Sciences
1 cr.
Prerequisite: High school biology
recommended.
The course is designed to introduce the students
to a variety of diagnostic tests for various aspects of the
clinical laboratory. The various tests represent analytes
commonly measured because of their diagnostic or screening value
for major health conditions in society such as diabetes, heart
attacks, anemia and infection. Other areas of consideration will
be blood typing and pregnancy testing. Accuracy, safety and
quality control will be stressed throughout.
CLS 150 Phlebotomy
Practicum
4 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisite: CLS 100.
Extensive clinical experience in phlebotomy. The
student will log a total of 160 hours at assigned clinical
agencies.
CLS 190 Microscopy
and Laboratory Techniques
1 cr.
The course is designed to develop basic
laboratory skills in the use of laboratory tools that are
fundamental to science exploration and practice. The student will
learn the principles of microscopy, the use and adjustment of
microscopes, scope maintenance, slide preparation and definition
of terms. Microscopy techniques will be employed using the
compound bright-field, phase and dark-field microscopes.
Polarized and Fluorescence microscopy will also be discussed.
Microscopy techniques will include focusing, ocular lens
adjustment, achieving Koehler illumination, troubleshooting
problems, use of filters, micrometry etc. Basic generalized
laboratory techniques will also be addressed including
spectrophotometry and proper pipetting techniques (using a variety
of pipettes).
CLS 200 Urine and
Body Fluid Analysis
1 cr. (2-0-2)
Course meets last 6 weeks of the semester.
Prerequisites: High school biology
recommended.
A study of urine and body fluid examinations. The
course will include macroscopic, chemical and microscopic
examination of various fluids. Where appropriate, confirmatory
and/or supplemental tests will be discussed. Significance,
principles, reference ranges, sources of error and data
correlation of manual and automated methods will be emphasized in
each type of analysis.
CLS 201 Clinical
Hematology/Coagulation
3 cr. (2-0-3)
Prerequisites: CLS 109, CLS 190, BI 104 or
BI 202 or instructor permission.
Study of blood-forming organs, the morphologic,
biochemical and functional aspects of the cellular components of
blood; the mechanisms of hemostasis. Disorders of the blood are
discussed and correlated with the abnormal results found in
corresponding lab tests. Manual and automated methods are used in
the laboratory with emphasis placed on diagnostic procedures and
those used to differentiate normal and abnormal states.
CLS 202 Clinical
Chemistry
4 cr. (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: One year of high school
chemistry and one semester of college chemistry or instructor
permission. CLS 109, CLS 190 recommended.
Examination of the methods of analysis and
clinical significance of a variety of analytes found in an
assortment of body fluids. Correlation of results from different
laboratory tests, basic statistics and quality control measures
are also explored. Performance of quantitative and qualitative
manual and automated clinical chemistry assays typically done in
hospital laboratories.
CLS 203
Immunohematology
3 cr. (2-0-3)
Prerequisites: One year of high school
biology or one semester of college biology including human anatomy
and physiology, or cell biology; CLS 213 or concurrent enrollment
or instructor permission. Winter semester only.
Fundamentals of blood banking in the ABO, Rh and
other blood group systems as applied to recipients and donors of
blood; blood component preparation and utilization; transfusion;
transfusion complications; quality control and problem-solving;
new issues in transfusion medicine. Laboratories include
techniques used in immunology/serology; blood grouping;
compatibility testing; and antibody identification.
CLS 204 Clinical
Microbiology
2 cr.
Prerequisites: CLS 109, CLS 190, BI 104 or
BI 202 or instructor permission.
Introduction to the medically important bacteria,
fungi, viruses and parasites. Infectious diseases are discussed by
organ systems including the role of normal flora and clinical
information relevant to each. Current practices in the collection
and transportation of clinical specimens and infection control
issues are emphasized.
CLS 213 Clinical
Immunology and Serology
1 cr.
Prerequisite: One year of high school
biology or one semester of college biology, including anatomy and
physiology or cell biology; or instructor permission; chemistry
recommended.
An introduction to immunology, the immune
response and the application of immunological concepts to
serological testing in the clinical laboratory.
CLS 214 Diagnostic
Microbiology
3 cr. (1-1-2.5)
Prerequisites: CLS 204 or concurrent
enrollment or permission of instructor.
Methods of the isolation and identification of
microbial pathogens including clinically significant bacteria,
fungi and parasites. Laboratory diagnostic techniques focus on
biochemical characterization, serologic testing, rapid
identification methods, susceptibility testing and microscopic
examination.
CLS 250 Clinical
Practice
1-2 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: Acceptance for a clinical
placement by the Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department.
This course is designed for all programs with a
clinical practicum that extends into the summer months. This
course represents each different discipline identified by the
appropriate suffix.
CLS 250A Clinical
Practice
2 cr.
Students will practice their clinical assistant
skills.
CLS 250T Clinical
Practice
2 cr.
Students will practice their skills in phlebotomy
and serological testing.
CLS 250S Clinical
Practice
1 cr.
Students will practice their skills in specimen
processing and routine urinalysis.
CLS 250C Clinical
Practice
2 cr.
Students will practice their skills in routine
cytology and histologic techniques.
CLS 250G Clinical
Practice
2 cr.
Students will become oriented to the cytogenetic
or molecular biology laboratory that includes the application of
safety policies and learning specialized nomenclature,
definitions, and some diagnostic genetic techniques. A review of
human chromosome and G and Q band patterns are included for
cytogenetic students.
CLS 250H Clinical
Practice
2 cr.
Students will practice techniques in advanced
histology.
CLS 250M Clinical
Practice
1 cr.
Students will practice techniques in advanced
diagnostic microbiology.
CLS 251, 252, 253,
254 Sophomore Practicum
14 cr.
Graded S/U.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better
in CLS 200, CLS 201, CLS 202, CLS 203 and CLS 204; a minimum 2.00
GPA overall, NMU cumulative and in the major, and faculty
recommendations.
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