May 09, 2024  
2021-2022 Academic Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


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Biology

  
  • BIOL 451 - Internship In Biology


    Credit(s): 1-8
    Students will gain experience appropriate to their area of specific interest within the major by arranging internships within federal and state agencies, industry or private business.

    Prerequisites: 16 hours in the Biology major.
    Repeatability: Can be repeated for a maximum of eight.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BIOL 452 - Internship In Medical Pre-Professional


    Credit(s): 1-8
    Students will gain experience appropriate to their area of specific interest within the major by arranging internships within federal and state agencies, industry or private business.

    Prerequisites: 16 hours in the Medical Pre-Professional concentration.
    Repeatability: Can be repeated for a maximum of eight.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BIOL 480 - Global Environmental And Health Issues


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will develop a greater appreciation for the complexity of world issues and will consider the possibility of a global common good. Students will become more responsible global citizens by seeking information about international issues from multiple, diverse sources and will learn to integrate that information into actionable knowledge that respects the plurality of interests in the modern interconnected world.

    Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
    Crosslistings: CHEM 480 /EVSC 480 
  
  • BIOL 490 - Research


    Credit(s): 1-8
    Students will work under the mentorship of a natural sciences faculty member to carry out an independent research project. General expectations will include a comprehensive literature review of a topic not covered in the regular curriculum and laboratory work to produce original scientific results. The final product of this course may consist of, but is not limited to, a comprehensive paper or report approved by the faculty mentor. Students will receive the grade of In Progress (IP) for up to one year, until completion of their research.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BIOL 495 - Senior Seminar In Biology


    Credit(s): 2
    Students will choose a specialized topic in their general area of study in the Natural Sciences. Students will summarize the current knowledge about the chosen topic through a review of primary literature to prepare both an oral and written presentation.

    Prerequisites: BIOL 395  / CHEM 395  / EVSC 395   or permission of the instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate

Business Administration

  
  • BUSN 101 - Business And Its Environment


    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to business, competition and capitalism. Topics discussed include business trends, forms of business ownership, leadership, entrepreneurship, and a brief overview of management, marketing and financial management. Managing personal finances is also developed.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 201 - Principles Of Macroeconomics


    Credit(s): 3
    Analysis of the overall performance of economic systems. Topics discussed include employment, inflation, economic growth and development. The effects of monetary and fiscal policies are analyzed.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 202 - Principles Of Microeconomics


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to microeconomics with emphasis on applying basic microeconomic concepts to consumer and firm decisions. Special consideration is given to price, production and cost determination along with profit maximization for firms in various market structures.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 210 - Principles Of Management


    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to management theory and practice with emphasis on the functions of planning, organizing, staffing, leadership and controlling. Social and ethical issues will be discussed.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 211 - Accounting Principles I


    Credit(s): 3
    Introduces the student to accounting principles and concepts. Includes the study and preparation of financial statements, including the entire accounting processing cycle. Also analyzes receivables, inventory methods, plant equipment, intangible assets, liabilities and stockholders’ equity.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 212 - Accounting Principles II


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of accounting principles relevant to both financial statement analysis and managerial accounting. Examines techniques required in com- piling and interpreting data to be used in managerial decision making, including budgeting and cost analysis.

    Prerequisites and Co-requisites: BUSN 211  

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 215 - Management Analytics


    Credit(s): 3
    In this course, students are trained in the application of statistical methods to support management decisions.  Students will become proficient in communicating, evaluating, interpreting, and analyzing data using Microsoft Excel.  Topics include the application of descriptive and inferential statistics, probability, sampling, confidence intervals, tests of hypotheses, regression, analysis of variance, and correlation.

  
  • BUSN 301 - Macroeconomic Theory And Application


    Credit(s): 3
    Analysis and application of the theories of aggregate income determination in the long run and over the business cycle. Examination of the effect of fiscal and monetary policies. The course will establish explicit connections between theory and its empirical applications.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 201  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 302 - Microeconomic Theory And Application


    Credit(s): 3
    Analysis and application of the theories of pricing in commodity and factor markets under different market structures. Examination of consumer behavior and demand analysis. The course will establish explicit connections between theory and its empirical applications.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 202  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 303 - Econometrics


    Credit(s): 3
    An application of regression analysis to economic data. Topics include linear regression, multiple regression, data transformations, logistic regression, and regression diagnostics.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 202  and MATH 140 
  
  • BUSN 305 - Principles Of Marketing


    Credit(s): 3
    The study of marketing concepts and practice, including distribution, advertising, mix, segmentation and differentiation.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 310 - Introduction To Nonprofit Management


    Credit(s): 3
    This course introduces the student to the history of nonprofit organizations, as well as the current breadth of nonprofit operations in a local and national setting. The topics of the roles of unpaid and paid staffs, strategic planning, marketing, fundraising, and sustainability are also explored.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 312 - Organizational Behavior


    Credit(s): 3
    Deals with the relationship between the individual and the organization and such basic psychological processes as need satisfaction, attitude formation and decision making. Within this area particular emphasis is placed on leadership, problem solving, conflict resolution, communication and team building. This course will include a review of principles and concepts from lower division coursework in the major.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 317 - Intermediate Accounting I


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of fundamental theories and practices of accountancy, an in-depth practice with the accounting cycle, and comprehensive coverage of the financial statements including the cash flows statement, revenue recognition, cash and receivables, inventories and the time value of money. Also includes an insight into authoritative accounting pronouncements of various accounting organizations.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 211  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 318 - Intermediate Accounting II


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of fundamental theories and practices related to property, plant and equipment, intangible assets, investments, liabilities, stockholders’ equity, income taxes, compensation, leases and additional reporting issues. Also includes an insight into authoritative accounting pronouncements.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 317  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 322 - Principles Of Finance


    Credit(s): 3
    The study of the financial function of organizations including risk assessment and management, capital budgeting, funds sourcing and working capital management.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 211  or BUSN 206 .
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 323 - Auditing


    Credit(s): 3
    A course in the fundamental theories and practices of internal and external auditing stressing content and development of audit programs with an emphasis on internal control systems evaluation.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 211  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 324 - Advanced Auditing


    Credit(s): 3
    Offered only as a supplement in the accounting concentration. A further study of auditing, including case application, evaluation of theory and philosophy of auditing.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 323  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 325 - Professional Communication


    Credit(s): 3
    In this course, students will come to appreciate the importance of communication to the realization of organizational goals. The course will focus on communication skills used in the workplace, including electronic forms of communication. Students will develop their ability to analyze and interpret messages for effective communication. Students will prepare a cover letter and a résumé or curriculum vitae for review by the instructor.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 326 - Operations Management And Logistics


    Credit(s): 3
    This course provides an overview of the management of operations and logistics by studying supply chain processes, distribution strategies, production and operations, capacity determination, quality management and personnel decisions.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 330 - Principles of Commercial Recreation and Tourism


    Credit(s): 3
    An analysis of the commercial recreation and tourism industry from both a historical and contemporary perspective. Topics to be covered include the origins of the commercial recreation and tourism industry, tourism and travel, event management, the amusement industry, business management, and interpersonal skills.

    Crosslistings: HIST 330  
  
  • BUSN 332 - Consumption Economics


    Credit(s): 3
    This course covers consumers’ incomes and choices, household expenditures, buying homes and cars, money management, financial planning, personal insurance, savings, and investments.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 202 
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 334 - Human Resource Management


    Credit(s): 3
    This course covers the major topics that make a critical difference in the life of a manager/supervisor. Technical, psychological, social and political issues in management will be addressed. Also included are issues related to selection and placement of personnel, induction, training, performance appraisal, wage and salary administration and a discussion of union/management relations.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 335 - Nonprofit Accounting


    Credit(s): 3
    This course is an introduction to accounting and financial reporting for governmental and not-for-profit entities. It includes a study of fund and budget accounts for state and local governmental units, revenues, appropriations, disbursements, assessments, university, hospital, and other fund applications.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 212  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 336 - Leadership Studies


    Credit(s): 3
    This course is an examination of the nature of leadership at the individual, dyadic, group and organizational levels. Traditional and contemporary theories will be examined to understand how the characteristics of leaders, followers and situations, as well as their interactions, impact leader effectiveness.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 344 - Entrepreneurship/New Venture Creation


    Credit(s): 3
    Entrepreneurship/New Venture Creation introduces students to the process of bringing an innovation to life. Students will learn how to analyze changes in society that create the need for innovation. In teams, students will identify a specific opportunity, investigate its feasibility, and plan its operation.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 345 - Small Business Practicum.


    Credit(s): 2
    Participation in an international small business support organization and social movement. Through the implementation of a theoretical, practical and emotional program, this course aims at developing the personal and professional growth of both entrepreneurs and students. Students will actively participate in the design and delivery of the course.

    Prerequisites: Junior standing, a minimum 3.0 GPA in the major and permission of instructor.
    Repeatability: This course may be repeated for up to six hours credit.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 346 - International Economic Development


    Credit(s): 3
    Theories of economic development, policies and strategies used to promote economic improvement in less developed countries. The course is aimed at identifying major economic questions relevant to less developed economies and to showing how economic analysis can be used further to understand the obstacles to development and to formulate appropriate policies.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 201  and MATH 140 .
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 351 - Cost Accounting


    Credit(s): 3
    A course in the theories, techniques and procedures in cost accumulation, reporting and control. The course includes a study of job order costing, process costs, byproducts and joint products costing and standard cost and variance analysis. The course also encompasses a thorough study of budgeting, from the development of a budget to its use in effective planning and performance evaluation.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 212  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 352 - Business Service-Learning Practicum


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will get experience putting the civic arts into practice by working at least 50 hours in service roles with governmental or not-for-profit community organizations with under-served populations, environmental or other social justice goals. Academic class sessions held early in the semester, writing assignments and regular contact with the instructor prepare students to gain the most benefit from their service placements.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 399 - Honors: History Of Capitalism


    Credit(s): 3
    In this honors course, students will study the development of capitalistic enterprises from the ancient world to the present day and will consider the future role of corporations in a globalized economy. A major theme of the course will be the relationship between the company and the state. The contributions of “capitalist philosophers” like Chester Barnard and Herbert Simon will be examined in depth as will the influence of important business leaders, like J. Pierpoint Morgan and Alfred Sloan. Each student will conduct independent research on a topic of relevance to the history of capitalism.

    Prerequisites: Honors program requirements.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 400 - Special Topics In Business


    Credit(s): 3
    Business related topics selected to meet specific student needs. Designed to promote advanced study related to other Business course offerings.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
    Repeatability: This course may be repeated once with a different topic for a total of six.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 403 - Business Law And Ethics


    Credit(s): 3
    Survey of legal and ethical topics affecting business. Coverage includes an introduction to legal and business ethics; an overview of the legal system including dispute, resolution options; and the influence of key legal concepts on business decision making.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 411 - Consumer Behavior


    Credit(s): 3
    Investigates the cultural, psychological and behavioral factors affecting consumers’ actions and the demand for consumer products and services. Students will learn the impact of consumer behavior on the marketing strategies of firms and the role of marketing in shaping consumer demand.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 305  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 412 - Social Media Risk and Regulation


    Credit(s): 3
    This course integrates digital and traditional media to position firms for effective communication strategies considering the impact new media has on the marketplace.

    Prerequisites: Computer Literacy, MGMT 431 or BUSN 305 .
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 413 - Social Media and Mobile Marketing


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will examine the risks and benefits of incorporating social networking into the business model. Content will include an analysis of cyber law developments from all perspectives including acceptable use, policymaking, site administration, and third party liability.

    Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 414 - Integrated Marketing Communication


    Credit(s): 3
    Analyzes the total range of activities involved in marketing communication, advertising, selling, sales management, public relations and sales. Students will learn strategies and tools to develop favorable inter- and intra-company relationships.

    Prerequisites: Computer Literacy, MGMT 431 or BUSN 305 .
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 432 - Fraud Examination And Forensic Accounting


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will cover the basic concepts of forensic accounting including fraud auditing. Course content includes the elements of fraud, types of fraud, use of internal controls to prevent fraud and investigative accounting and auditing techniques directed toward fraud identification. Students will utilize the common techniques used to commit and identify financial statement fraud.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 212  or BUSN 206  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 434 - Accounting Information Systems (Using Quickbooks And Excel)


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will study account cycle concepts and applications including journal entries, general ledger accounts, the trial balance, adjusting journal entries, and the preparation of financial statements. Students will utilize accounting software, including QuickBooks and Excel, to maintain financial records, make management decisions, and process common business applications with primary emphasis on general ledger transactions.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 212  or BUSN 206  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 439 - Organizational Theory And Development


    Credit(s): 3
    The study of the structure, processes and functioning of organizations along with the methods and effects of developmental change brought about by the interaction of the internal and external environments of an organization.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 441 - Income Tax I: Personal


    Credit(s): 3
    A course in the understanding of general income tax law, its impact on society and an introduction to researching tax issues and the preparation of personal income tax returns.

    Corequisites: Sophomore standing or higher.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 442 - Income Tax II: Business


    Credit(s): 3
    A course in the understanding of business entity tax law and the preparation of corporate, partnership and estate and gift tax returns.

    Prerequisites and Co-requisites: BUSN 441  

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 443 - Small Business/Entrepreneurial Operations


    Credit(s): 3
    This class examines both entrepreneurship and small business management, with a focus on achieving and maintaining a sustainable competitive advantage as a small organization. Topics will include global opportunities, service, quality and technology, and innovation.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 445 - International Economics


    Credit(s): 3
    Theory and practice of international trade, exchange rates and international finance. Examination of international economic institutions. Examination of the globalization process from business and social perspectives.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 202  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 446 - International Business


    Credit(s): 3
    Investigates the economic, financial, legal, political and cultural setting of international business. Evaluates problems, policies and operations of multinational enterprises on such issues as strategic planning, organizational structure and political risk management.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 447 - Business Plan Development


    Credit(s): 3
    This course reviews the entire process of writing and presenting a business plan from idea generation to feasibility analysis, and from writing the plan to presenting it to various audience groups. Additional topics include meeting with investors and obtaining funds. Students will be required to complete and present their business plan.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 449 - Policy, Ethics, And Strategy


    Credit(s): 3
    In this capstone Business Administration course, students will examine the processes by which organizations formulate strategy, implement policy and evaluate outcomes. The ethical implications of strategic choices are a central concern of this course. Case study is extensive.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 210  and senior standing as a Business Administration major.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 451 - Internship In Business


    Credit(s): 1-6
    Students gain experience in the field of business by serving as an intern in a business setting. The student, the business employer and the Chair of the Business Administration Program will sign a contract that will state the responsibilities of all parties and will help to customize the experience to meet both the employer’s and the student’s needs. Hours worked in the internship will vary based on the number of credit hours taken.

    Prerequisites: Junior standing, a minimum G.P.A. of 2.75 in the major and prior approval from the assigned instructor.
    Repeatability: This course may be repeated for up to six hours of credit.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 456 - Money And Banking


    Credit(s): 3
    This course explores the vital role of money in business and the economy: what shapes its cost and availability, who decides monetary policy and how it is implemented and the role of other institutions in making money accessibility to business and consumers. This course will also examine how monetary policy is used to impact the health of the economy as a whole.

    Prerequisites: BUSN 201  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 461 - Taxation Applied Lab


    Credit(s): 3
    This course is supplemental to BUSN 400 - Special Topics In Business  and BUSN 441/442 Income Tax I and II. It provides a more in depth examination of topics from those courses and will focus on the essentials for a successful attempt for the Enrolled Agent’s exam. 

    Prerequisites: BUSN 441   and BUSN 442  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • BUSN 462 - Tax Policy & Enforcement


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will examine the legal rights of the tax-paying public and the responsibilities of the professional tax preparer. This course will prepare the student to practice before the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent. The class will examine penalties for non-compliance with the tax code, how to represent clients before the Internal Revenue Service, and how to prepare for appeals. The course will explain the collection process.
     

    Prerequisites: BUSN 441  and BUSN 442  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • MBA 535 - Managerial Accounting And Decision Making


    Credit(s): 6
    This course presents the use of accounting information, analytical tools, and heuristics used in business decision making. Emphasis will be placed on the study of relevant costs, resource planning and analysis, cost-volume net-profit analysis, and product costing. In addition, the course focuses on the application of decision making approaches and tools to address practical entrepreneurial and management problems and opportunities.

    Course Level: Graduate
  
  • MBA 540 - Management And Marketing


    Credit(s): 6
    This course examines the functions of management, with emphasis on the dynamics of human behavior within organizations, from individual, group, and organizational lenses as well as their effect on organization performance and development. The course also focuses on the application of marketing principles, concepts, and theory in the resolution of contemporary, strategic marketing management problems and opportunities.

    Course Level: Graduate
  
  • MBA 545 - Managerial Economics And Finance


    Credit(s): 6
    This course addresses the application of economic and financial concepts and tolls for analysis and decision -making. Students will examine the impact of differing industry conditions on organizational strategy, using micro, macroeconomic, and financial tools for market and performance analysis. It includes topics such as financial planning, management of working capital, analysis of investment opportunities, sources of long-term financing and dividend policy. This course also introduces complicating factors, such as agency costs, corporate governance and ethical issues in analysis.

    Course Level: Graduate
  
  • MBA 550 - Law, Ethics And Stategy


    Credit(s): 6
    This course exposes students to the legal and ethical concepts encountered in the field of management. Emphasis is placed on the application of legal principles to complex management situations. The course uses an innovative quantitative approach for strategy formulation and evaluation. Students will apply these quantitative matrices as individuals and in teams to a broad range of case studies. To successfully employ this approach to strategic decision making, students must utilize knowledge and skills drawn from strategy, marketing, human resources, operations, finance, accounting, and law.

    Prerequisites: 12 Hours in MBA Program
    Course Level: Graduate
  
  • MBA 555 - Comprehensive Business Project


    Credit(s): 6
    A capstone course in the integration of business topics in the Master’s in Business Administration program. The course provides an opportunity for an applied project that employs concepts and tools from previous courses.

    Course Level: Graduate

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will cover general concepts and theories of chemistry. These topics will include atomic and molecular structure, stoichiometry, reactions in solution, gases, periodic table, covalent bonding/molecular geometry and thermochemistry. Students making a grade below C- in General Chemistry may not continue to CHEM 102  .

    Learning Outcome(s): Scientific Inquiry
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 101L - General Chemistry I Lab


    Credit(s): 1
    This course is the laboratory component of CHEM 101 .

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 102 - General Chemistry II


    Credit(s): 3
    A continuation of CHEM 101. Topics will include liquids and solids, solution chemistry, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid base reactions, spontaneity and introduction to organic chemistry.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 101  with a grade of C- or better.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 102L - General Chemistry II Lab


    Credit(s): 1
    This course is the laboratory component of CHEM 102 .

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 203 - Organic Chemistry I


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the structure, reactivity and synthesis of several classes of organic compounds including alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatic hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols and phenols. Stereochemistry of organic compounds will also be covered.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 102 
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 203L - Organic Chemistry I Lab


    Credit(s): 1
    This course is the laboratory component of CHEM 203 .

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 204 - Organic Chemistry II


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the structure, reactivity and synthesis of several classes of organic compounds including ethers, epoxides, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives and amines. Some of the instrumental techniques used to identify and quantitate organic compounds will be discussed.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 203 
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 204L - Organic Chemistry II Lab


    Credit(s): 1
    This course is the laboratory component of CHEM 204 .

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 222 - Laboratory And Industrial Safety


    Credit(s): 1-8
    This course is designed to introduce students to the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHAct) and the field of safety encountered by all employees. Employees need to be aware of the OSHAct in order to design a safe work environment and be able to instruct others on safe working practices. The students in this course will learn how to remain safe in their workplace. Topics to be covered include OSHA, chemical safety (Safety Data Sheets and labeling), proper protective equipment (PPE), testing for hazard exposure, interpretation of standards and chemical disposal methods. This class will be designed with both lecture and labs to reinforce the field of safety.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
    Crosslistings: BIOL 222 /EVSC 222 
  
  • CHEM 301 - Biochemistry


    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to biological molecules and their chemistry in living systems. Topics include proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, metabolism, lipids and nucleic acids.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 203 
    Course Level: Undergraduate
    Crosslistings: BIOL 321 
  
  • CHEM 301L - Biochemistry Lab


    Credit(s): 1
    This course is the laboratory component of CHEM 301 .

    Course Level: Undergraduate
    Crosslistings: BIOL 321L 
  
  • CHEM 321 - Analytical Chemistry I


    Credit(s): 3
    Theory and methods of volumetric and gravimetric analysis with an introduction to instrumental methods of analysis.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 102 
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 321L - Analytical Chemistry I Lab


    Credit(s): 1
    This course is the laboratory component of CHEM 321 .

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 322 - Instrumental Analysis


    Credit(s): 3
    Theory and methods of instrumental analysis and separation.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 321 
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 322L - Instrumental Analysis Lab


    Credit(s): 2
    This course is the laboratory component of CHEM 322. In this laboratory course, students learn how to operate common instruments used in chemistry. This course focuses on giving students hands on experience with the chemistry instrumentation available at Tusculum University and at nearby facilities (Eastman Chemical Company, ETSU, and University of Tennessee, etc.) In addition, students will be required to propose, research, and execute an independent chemistry project during the second half of the course where the results will then be presented to the other science faculty and students.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 321  
    Corequisites: CHEM 322  
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 350 - Special Topics In Chemistry


    Credit(s): 3
    This course in intended to address specific topics of interest in chemistry. Medicinal Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Spectroscopy, Kinetics and Reaction Mechanisms are a few examples of possible course offerings. Subject matter may change from year to year based on faculty and student interest.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 102  and permission of the instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 351 - Global Topics In Chemistry


    Credit(s): 3
    This course is intended to address specific topics of interest in chemistry including medicinal chemistry, natural product synthesis, polymer chemistry, computational chemistry, spectroscopy, kinetics, and reaction mechanisms. This course will also introduce and discuss the global impact of chemistry and particular subject matter in chemistry on society. Subject matter may change from year to year based on faculty and student interest.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 204 
    Repeatability: This course may be repeated once with a different topic for a maximum of 6 hours.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 354 - Service-Learning In The Natural Sciences


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will engage in a variety of service activities within the Greeneville-Greene County area. These activities may involve issues of biological, chemical and environmental significance within the community and/or campus. They will use research-based techniques to help bring about an understanding of an issue. Readings, writing assignments and presentations will help the students learn from their service experiences and enhance their ability to communicate results in a professional manner. Students will prepare a cover letter and a résumé or curriculum vitae for review by the instructor.

    Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of the instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
    Crosslistings: BIOL 354 /EVSC 354 
  
  • CHEM 360 - Laboratory Practicum


    Credit(s): 1
    In Laboratory Practicum, students in the Natural Sciences learn the nuances of laboratory safety, and they are trained in the proper setup and cleanup of labs within their respective disciplines. Advanced students are allowed the opportunity to become peer mentors and may tutor students inside the classroom, prepare and facilitate introductory lectures to laboratories, and/or assist in providing in-class feedback.

    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
    Repeatability: Can be repeated for a maximum of 3.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
    Crosslistings: BIOL 360 /EVSC 360 
  
  • CHEM 395 - Junior Seminar In Natural Sciences


    Credit(s): 1
    This course will serve as the students’ first in-depth analysis into the primary scientific literature. Students will be given the tools to research, read, analyze, and discuss the primary literature in their chosen field of study. By the end of the course students will select a topic of research to be presented in their senior seminar (CHEM 495 ).

    Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of the instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
    Crosslistings: BIOL 395  and EVSC 395  
  
  • CHEM 411 - Physical Chemistry I


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of chemical thermodynamics, solutions, chemical equilibria and reaction kinetics.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 102 , PHYS 202  and MATH 190 .
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 411L - Physical Chemistry I Lab


    Credit(s): 1
    This course is the laboratory component of CHEM 411 .

    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 412 - Physical Chemistry II


    Credit(s): 3
    A continuation of Physical Chemistry I. A study of electrochemistry, solids, liquids, gases and atomic and molecular structure.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 411 
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 421 - Inorganic Chemistry


    Credit(s): 3
    The principles of inorganic chemistry are presented. Topics covered to include atomic structure, symmetry, bonding theories, acids and bases, coordination chemistry and organometallic chemistry.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 102  and MATH 190 .
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 422L - Synthesis And Spectroscopy Lab


    Credit(s): 2
    This laboratory course will teach students how to properly characterize chemical compounds using spectroscopy (NMR, IR, UV-Vis, and mass spectroscopy) and electrochemical techniques. In addition, students will learn advanced organic and inorganic synthesis techniques that include air-free synthesis, catalytic processes, chromatographic techniques, and isolation techniques. Students will be required to complete independent projects where they will utilize the scientific literature to propose, design, and execute experimental procedures.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 204 
    Corequisites: CHEM 421 
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 450 - Independent Study


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Research projects open to Juniors and Seniors. A formal report is required.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 451 - Internship And External Research In Chemistry


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Students will gain experience appropriate to their area of specific interest in the chemistry major by arranging internships in the chemical industry or external summer research in chemistry as approved by Tusculum University chemistry faculty.

    Prerequisites: 12 credit hours in chemistry courses and permission of the instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 480 - Global Environmental And Health Issues


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will develop a greater appreciation for the complexity of world issues and will consider the possibility of a global common good. Students will become more responsible global citizens by seeking information about international issues from multiple, diverse sources and will learn to integrate that information into actionable knowledge that respects the plurality of interests in the modern interconnected world.

    Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Standing.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
    Crosslistings: BIOL 480 /EVSC 480 
  
  • CHEM 490 - Research


    Credit(s): 1-8
    Students will work under the mentorship of a natural sciences faculty member to carry out an independent research project. General expectations will include a comprehensive literature review of a topic not covered in the regular curriculum and laboratory work to produce original scientific results. The final product of this course may consist of, but is not limited to, a comprehensive paper or report approved by the faculty mentor. Students will receive the grade of In Progress (IP) for up to one year, until completion of their research.

    Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CHEM 495 - Senior Seminar In Chemistry


    Credit(s): 2
    Students will choose a specialized topic in their general area of study in the Natural Sciences. Students will summarize the current knowledge about the chosen topic through a review of primary literature to prepare both an oral and written presentation.

    Prerequisites: BIOL 395  / CHEM 395  / EVSC 395  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Level: Undergraduate

Civic Studies

  
  • CIVS 220 - Community Arts


    Credit(s): 3
    This course introduces students to the history and theories of community arts, frameworks for building collaborative relationships within communities, and current local and global community arts projects.

  
  • CIVS 223 - The Philosophy Of Social Science Inquiry


    Credit(s): 3
    This course offers an introduction to philosophy by exploring questions relevant to studies in the social sciences. Students will learn about epistemology, meaning the branch of philosophy that studies the nature of knowledge, in particular its foundations, scope, and validity. The objects of these epistemological investigations fall under two distinct categories: normative and empirical. Normative theory involves hypotheses or other statements about what is right and wrong, desirable or undesirable, just or unjust in society. Empirical theory entails what is known as the scientific method: analysis by way of observation and experimentation, whereby results derive from repeated observations which are verifiable. Classical, medieval, and post-Enlightenment sources from civilization both East and West will inform conversations meant to enlarge understanding of self and world.

    Prerequisites: ENGH 111  or permission of the instructor.
    Learning Outcome(s): Self Knowledge
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CIVS 251 - Theory And Practice Of Citizenship


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will apply their skills and knowledge to lead and participate in effective deliberation and consensus building. Students will also develop an understanding of how our complex societal system functions and how individuals can effect social change both through private association and action and through participation in governmental policy and decision-making processes.

    Learning Outcome(s): Problem Solving
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • CIVS 317 - Fundamentals of Social Science Research


    Credit(s): 3
    This course is designed to train students on the logic of social science inquiry. Students will learn about ethics, strategies of research design, both qualitative and quantitative research methods, and the accompanying analytical techniques. The course will cover foundations and fundamentals of social science research, including developing research questions, literature review, ethics, measurement, sampling, and presenting research findings. Students will learn a number of social science methods, such as: survey, observations, interviewing, focus groups, content analysis, and the use of secondary data. By the end of the course, students will develop a research proposal.

    Course Level: Undergraduate
    Crosslistings: SOCI 317  
  
  • CIVS 450 - Independent Study


    Credit(s): 1-6
    This course is designed to permit students to explore material not normally offered in the existing curriculum, to delve significantly deeper in material that is offered, or to undertake a project not otherwise provided. Students considering enrolling in the course should have a specific topic or purpose firmly in mind. 

    Prerequisites: Faculty Advisor and Department Chair approval.

College of Health Sciences

  
  • COHS 401 - Healthcare Quality And Safety


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will introduce Interprofessional practices for the healthcare professional with a concentrated focus on interprofessional collaboration. Interprofessional collaboration is integral to every health professions academic education and training and focuses on safety and quality in the delivery of healthcare. The course will focus on the roles, responsibilities and communication of health professionals.

    Prerequisites: Admission to a Health Sciences program.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • COHS 411 - Contemporary Topics And Ethics


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will expand on the principles of interprofessional collaboration. Interprofessional collaboration is integral to every health professions academic education and training and focuses on safety and quality in the delivery of healthcare. The course will focus on the importance of teams and teamwork for the healthcare professional. In addition, the course will highlight values and ethics encountered in healthcare. Students will also have the opportunity to examine current contemporary topics impacting healthcare and outcomes.

    Prerequisites: Admission to a Health Sciences Program.
    Course Level: Undergraduate
  
  • COHS 501 - Healthcare Quality And Safety


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will introduce interprofessional practices for the healthcare professional with a concentrated focus on interprofessional collaboration. Interprofessional collaboration is integral to every health professions academic education and training and focuses on safety and quality in the delivery of healthcare. The course will focus on the roles, responsibilities and communication of health professionals.

    Prerequisites: Admission to a Health Sciences program.
    Course Level: Graduate
  
  • COHS 511 - Contemporary Topics And Ethics


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will expand on the principles of interprofessional collaboration. Interprofessional collaboration is integral to every health professions academic education and training and focuses on safety and quality in the delivery of healthcare. The course will focus on the importance of teams and teamwork for the healthcare professional. In addition, the course will highlight values and ethics encountered in healthcare. Students will also have the opportunity to examine current contemporary topics impacting healthcare and outcomes.

    Prerequisites: Admission to a Health Sciences Program.
    Course Level: Graduate
 

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