May 14, 2024  
2015-2016 Southeastern University Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Southeastern University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Music

  
  • MUSC 4322 - MUSIC ADMINISTRATION/ORGANIZATION


    This course is a study of the administrative role of the director of music. Emphasis will be placed on planning, programming, budgeting, and evaluating various music and arts related programs.

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 4341 - MUSIC BUSNS SNR PROJCT (ARTIST TRK)


    The senior project demonstrates the skills and knowledge that a student has acquired over the course of their academic career as a Music Business major. Artist track students will create, record, produce and perform an original sound recording.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Department chair approval required

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4351 - MUSIC BUSNS SEN PROJCT (EXEC TRACK)


    The senior project demonstrates the skills and knowledge that a student has acquired over the course of their academic career as a Music Business major. Executive track students will organize and promote an artist’s performance and promote and market an artist’s product.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Department chair approval required

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4361 - MUSIC BUSINESS SENIOR PROJECT (PRODUCTION TRACK)


    The senior project demonstrates the skills and knowledge that a student has acquired over the course of their academic career as Music Business major. Production track students will record, mix, master, and release their own musical product or another artist’s musical product.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Department chair approval required.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4403 - MUSIC BUSINESS INTERNSHIP


    A course designed to provide the student with an in-depth supervised experience and on-the-job training in a music industry organization. The intern will be supervised by a faculty coordinator and a supervisor in the organization and will report work experience through written and verbal reports to the faculty coordinator.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Department chair approval required

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 4441 - MUSIC COMPOSITION SENIOR PROJECT


    This course demonstrates the skills and knowledge that a student has acquired over the course of their academic career as a Music Composition minor.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Department Chair approval required.

    Credits: 1

  
  • MUSC 4611 - MARCHING BAND TECHNIQUES


    This course covers the various aspects involved in the instruction, management and administration of the marching band. Emphasis is placed on viewing the marching band as one of the components of a balanced instrumental music program.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 4712 - ORCHESTRATION


    This course is a study of the fundamental principles of writing for musical instruments. The transpositions, ranges, abilities, and limitations of all of the standard orchestral instruments are explored along with an overview of some of the scoring techniques used by composers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 2233

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 4811 - CHORAL REPERTOIRE


    This course will familiarize the student with standard choral repertoire from Pre-Baroque to the present in the classical and contemporary genre with emphasis on objective evaluation of choral music. Emphasis on middle and secondary school choral programs.

    Credits: 1

Music Education

  
  • MUAK 3302 - KEYBOARD TECHNIQUES CLASSROOM TEACH


    This is a course designed for music majors who are pursuing careers in elementary general music or secondary vocal music. Special emphasis is placed on developing the skills needed to accompany solo singing and part singing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUAK 1000

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 250L - MUSIC EDUCATION LAB


    A course for all music education majors to review a variety of aspects of music education through observation, reading, and teaching experiences. This course is intended to develop a detailed understanding of music curricula, instructional practices, and administrative procedures at the elementary and secondary levels. Emphasis will be placed on personal, professional, and musical skills necessary for effective music teaching and learning.

    Credits: 0
  
  • MUSC 1241 - CONTEMPORARY INSTRUMENTAL TECHNIQUE


    This is a course for instrumental music education majors to learn guitar and modern instrument techniques used frequently in public school settings.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2131 - INSTRUMENTAL WIND TECHNIQUES


    This is a course for choral music education majors to participate in field experiences, lectures, readings, discussions, and writing assignments designed to provide an introduction to basic pedagogical skills to teach instrumental music education courses.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 2503 - INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC ED–CHRISTIAN


    This is a course for music majors to participate in field experiences, lectures, readings, discussions, and writing assignments designed to provide an introduction to the profession of music education. Informed by a Christian world-view, emphasis will be placed on acquiring the personal, professional, and musical skills needed for effective music teaching and learning.

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 2503 - INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC EDUCATION - A CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE


    This is a course for music majors to participate in field experiences, lectures, readings, discussions, and writing assignments designed to provide an introduction to the profession of music education. Informed by a Christian world-view, emphasis will be placed on acquiring the personal, professional, and musical skills needed for effective music teaching and learning.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: None

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3812 - CHORAL METHODS


    This course provides prospective secondary music teachers with an overview of the materials, learning outcomes, teaching strategies, and methodologies needed to teach vocal music in schools. Special emphasis is placed on selecting age-appropriate vocal literature and helping children to develop healthy vocal techniques. Micro-teaching experiences and field observations will connect theory with practical application.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: None

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUSC 3942 - METHODS OF TEACHING MUSIC PREK/PRIMARY


    This course is designed to help prepare students to teach in an elementary general music program. Particular emphasis is placed on learning methodology, presenting and designing instruction, designing curriculum and assessment, and selecting age appropriate materials.
     

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: EDUC 2133, EDUC 2233, EDUC 3123; Corequesites: NA
     

    Credits: 4
  
  • MUSC 3943 - METHODS OF TEACHING MUSIC IN PRIM/ELEM w/ FIELD STUDY


    This is a course for music education majors to prepare the pre-service teacher for specialized music teaching in primary and elementary schools. Emphasis is placed on developing and evaluating music curriculum, lesson planning, and selection and utilization of methods, instructional materials, and technology. The course includes field-based experiences. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 2503

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3944 - METHODS TEACHING MUSIC IN PRIM/ELEM


    This is a course for music education majors to prepare the student for specialized music teaching in primary (Pre-K-3rd)/elementary (1-6) schools. Emphasis is placed on developing and evaluating music curriculum, lesson planning, and selection and utilization of methods, instructional materials and technology. The course includes field-based experiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: EDUC 2133, EDUC 2233, MUSC 2503

    Credits: 4
  
  • MUSC 3952 - METHODS OF TEACHING MUSIC IN MIDDLE/SECONDARY SCHOOLS


    A course for music education majors to prepare the student for specialized music teaching in the middle grades (5-9) and secondary (6-12) schools. Emphasis is placed on developing and evaluating music curriculum, lesson planning, and selection and utilization of methods, instructional materials and technology. The course includes field-based experiences.
     

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: EDUC 2133, EDUC 2233, EDUC 3123; Corequisites: NA
     

    Credits: 4
  
  • MUSC 3953 - METHODS OF TEACHING MUSIC IN MIDDLE/SECONDARY SCHOOLS W/ FIELD STUDY


    This is a course for music education majors to prepare the pre-service teacher for specialized music teaching in the middle grades (5-9) and secondary (6-12) schools. Emphasis is placed on developing and evaluating music curriculum, lesson planning, and selection and utilization of methods, instructional materials, and technology. The course includes field-based experiences. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MUSC 2503

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 3954 - METHODS TEACHING MUSIC IN MID/SECON


    This is a course for music education majors to prepare the preservice teacher for specialized music teaching in the middle grades (5-9) and secondary (6-12) schools. Emphasis is placed on developing and evaluating music curriculum, lesson planning, and selection and utilization of methods, instructional materials and technology. The course includes field-based experiences.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: EDUC 2133, EDUC 2233, EDUC 3123, MUSC 2503

    Credits: 4

Music Ensembles

  
  • MUAJ 1511 - JAZZ LAB BAND


    An ensemble for students with varied backgrounds to gain experience performing in the jazz idiom.


    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1011 - STRING QUARTET & SMALL ENSEMBLES


    This course emphasizes the study and performance of chamber music literature for small ensembles. Several concerts will be performed each semester.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1021 - INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE


    This course is a performance ensemble for various wind and percussion instrumental groups, such as flute choir, percussion ensemble, trumpet ensemble, brass ensemble, and saxophone ensemble. These ensembles will perform in various venues on and off the campus.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1031 - CHAMBER ORCHESTRA


    This class is a performance ensemble that studies and performs the orchestral repertoire from all historic periods and various styles.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite:Permission of Instructor

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1111 - CHAMBER SINGERS


    This is a performance ensemble dedicated to the performance of both sacred and secular mixed choral literature. Repertoire performed is appropriate for small choral ensembles.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Audition

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1211 - CONCERT CHOIR


    This is a performance ensemble dedicated to the performance of both sacred and secular mixed choral literature. Repertoire performed is appropriate for large choral ensembles.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1221 - GUITAR ENSEMBLE


    This course explores the performance of ensemble literature for guitar.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1301 - PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE


    A performance ensemble for the complete percussion family of instruments which includes but is not limited to mallets, timpani, and snare drum.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Audition and abaility to read percussion literature.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1311 - CHORAL GROUP


    The class is designed to instruct students in the techniques of singing in small vocal ensembles that perform literature for the purpose of school or church tours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Audition required

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1411 - WIND ENSEMBLE


    This class is a performance ensemble that studies and performs the wind band repertoire from all historic periods and various styles.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1511 - JAZZ ENSEMBLE


    The Jazz Ensemble is a performance ensemble that is designed to explore various aspects of the repertoire for the big band that includes, dance band, swing, bebop, and contemporary works.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Audition with instructor

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1611 - WOMENS CHORUS


    A course designed to explore sacred and secular choral literature for women’s chorus.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1711 - MENS CHORUS


    A course designed to explore sacred and secular choral literature for men’s chorus.

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 1811 - BRASS ENSEMBLE


    This course emphasizes the study and performances of ensemble literature for brass instruments. Open to students by audition only.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    By audition only

    Credits: 1

Music Lesson

  
  • MUAK 1011 - CLASS PIANO I


    This course presents the skills and techniques needed for private piano study, as well as knowledge of appropriate repertoire.  Lessons are taught in a group setting.  Special emphasis is given to the piano proficiency requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Music Majors Only

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUAK 1021 - CLASS PIANO II


    This course presents the skills and techniques needed for private piano study, as well as knowledge of appropriate repertoire.  Lessons are taught in a group setting.  Special emphasis is given to the piano proficiency requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Music Majors Only

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUAK 1031 - CLASS PIANO III


    This course presents the skills and techniques needed for private piano study, as well as knowledge of appropriate repertoire.  Lessons are taught in a group setting.  Special emphasis is given to the piano proficiency requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Music majors only

    Credits: 1
  
  • MUAK 3102 - APPLIED LESSONS


    The Music Department will determine the student’s level of instruction. Thirteen lessons (50 minutes per week) plus individual practice are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Passing of Rising Junior Exam and Instructor Permission required

    Credits: 2
  
  • MUAK 3103 - APPLIED LESSONS


    The Music Department will determine the student’s level of instruction. Thirteen lessons (50 minutes per week) plus individual practice are required.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: Passing of Rising Junior Exam and Instructor Permission required

    Credits: 3
  
  • MUSC 2112 - PERCUSSION TECHNIQUES


    The course provides instruction in the techniques and skills used in playing and teaching percussion instruments. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: None

    Credits: 2

Natural Science

  
  • ACTG 3113 - INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING 1


    This course covers accounting principles in the areas of the conceptual framework, revenue recognition, time value of money, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) related to cash, accounts receivable, inventory, asset and liability accrual accounts, long-lived assess, and investment securities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    BUSI 2241

    Credits: 3
  
  • BIOL 240L - INTRODUCTION TO MICROBIOLOGY LAB


    This course is a laboratory to accompany BIOL 2403.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corerequisite: BIOL 240L

    Credits: 1
  
  • CONCENTRATION SCIENCE - SCIENCE CONCENTRATION COURSE WITH LAB


    This course requires the corresponding lab for this course.

    Credits: 4
  
  • CONCENTRATION SCIENCE - SCIENCE CONCENTRATION COURSE WITH LAB


    This course requires the corresponding lab for this course.




    Credits: 4
  
  • CONCENTRATION SCIENCE - SCIENCE CONCENTRATION COURSE WITHOUT LAB


    This course does not require a lab.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 103L - LIFE SCIENCE LAB


    This is a laboratory course and includes hands-on applied technology and field-oriented experiences using scientific inquiry for discovery and problem solving. Laboratory to accompany NSCI 1033.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 1033

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 111L - INTRO TO PHYSICS LAB


    This course is the laboratory course to accompany NSCI 1113.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: none; Corequisite: NSCI 1113

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 113L - PHYSICAL SCIENCE I LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 1133.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 1133

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 121L - INTRO TO CHEMISTRY LAB


    This course is a laboratory course to accompany NSCI 1213.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: None; Corequisite: NSCI 1213

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 143L - BOTANY LAB


    This course includes microscopic work with both flowering and non-flowering plant species.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 1433

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 153L - GENERAL CHEMISTRY I LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 1533.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 1533

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 163L - GENERAL CHEMISTRY II LAB


    This course is the laboratory course to accompany NSCI 1633.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: NSCI 1533 and NSCI 153L; Corequisite: NSCI 1633

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 203L - ASTRONOMY AND EARTH SCIENCE LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 2033.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 2033

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 223L - ASTRONOMY LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 2233.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 2233

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 243L - INVERTEBRATE & VERTEBRATE DIVERSITY LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 2433.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 2433

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 253L - GENERAL PHYSICS I LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 2533.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 2533

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 263L - GENERAL PHYSICS II LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 2633.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 2633

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 270L - INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC SCI LAB


    This is the accompanying lab to the forensic science lecture. This course is an overview of forensic lab techniques with an emphasis on physical evidence recovery and analysis including trace evidence, blood splatter, fingerprinting, and DNA analysis. Whe

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 2703

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 313L - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 3133.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: NSCI 1633, 163L; Corequisite: NSCI 3133

    Credits: 2
  
  • NSCI 314L - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 3143.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 4133

    Credits: 2
  
  • NSCI 333L - ECOLOGY LAB


    This is a laboratory to accompany NSCI 3333.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 3333

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 403L - GEOLOGY LAB


    Laboratory to accompany NSCI 4033.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 4033

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 436L - BIOCHEMISTRY LAB


    This is a laboratory to accompany the courses, Biochemistry I and II. This course involves the introduction of biochemical laboratory principles and techniques. Emphasis is placed on the isolation, identification, and characterization of important biomole

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: NSCI 413L; Corequisite: NSCI 4363

    Credits: 1
  
  • NSCI 1033 - LIFE SCIENCE


    The content of this course includes the major biological principles and their application to the general health and well being of humankind. Problem solving and explanation of biological phenomena is expected to be the basic process development approach.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisites: NSCI 103L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 1113 - INTRO TO PHYSICS


    This is an introductory course designed for the student wishing to pursue a career in science and who lacks a high school background in this area. This is a mathematical investigation of physics and explores the basics of mechanics, motion, sound, electricity and magnetism. This course also meets general education requirements for non-science majors.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 113L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 1133 - PHYSICAL SCIENCE I


    This course investigates the more essential and practical phases of physics and chemistry. (Non-Biology majors only. No credit for Biology majors).

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 113L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 1213 - INTRO TO CHEMISTRY


    This course is an introduction to basic concepts of general chemistry, periodic properties of elements and compounds, basic atomic-molecular structure, and properties of substances and reactions related to gas laws. (This course meets general education requirements for non-science majors only).

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 121L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 1433 - BOTANY


    This course is an introductory course in plant cell division, reproduction, development physiology, and genetics. The relationship between plants and other life forms is stressed.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 143L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 1533 - GENERAL CHEMISTRY I


    This course is a fundamentals of chemistry course with emphasis on mass and energy relationships in chemical changes, equilibrium, atomic and molecular structure, and descriptive chemistry of selected elements and compounds.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: NSCI 1213 or MATH 1413 or equivalent ACT/SAT score; Corequisite: NSCI 153L

    Credits: 3

  
  • NSCI 1633 - GENERAL CHEMISTRY II


    This course is a continuation of NSCI 1533 with an emphasis on chemical equilibria, kinetic rate laws, acids and bases, introductory thermodynamics, and nuclear chemical reactions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: NSCI 1533 and NSCI 153L. Corequisite: NSCI 163L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 2033 - ASTRONOMY AND EARTH SCIENCE


    The major concepts of geology, astronomy, and meteorology are reviewed in this course. The opportunity to investigate and to explain earth and space phenomena is provided.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 203L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 2233 - ASTRONOMY


    This is an introductory course in the astronomy of the solar system, astrophysics and constellations. This course level assumes no physics background.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 223L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 2433 - INVERTEBRATE & VERTEBRATE DIVERSITY


    This course introduces foundational principles of zoology, including taxonomy, animal biology, architecture and ecology. Emphasis will be placed on the survey of invertebrate and vertebrate biodiversity.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 243L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 2533 - GENERAL PHYSICS I


    This is an introduction to the physics of mechanics, thermodynamics, wave motion, and sound.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: MATH 1413 or MATH 2144 or Math Placement Exam; Corequisite: NSCI 253L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 2633 - GENERAL PHYSICS II


    This course is an introduction to the physics of electricity and magnetism, light and optics, atomic physics, and nuclear physics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: NSCI 2533, NSCI 253L. Corequisite: NSCI 263L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 2703 - INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC SCIENCE


    This course is an overview of the application of forensic science and how it applies to the criminal justice system. This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the techniques and abilities of forensic science with regard to investigative and criminalistic activities. When taken with its accompanying lab, this course meets the science (with lab) general education requirement. This course also meets the specialized needs of the Criminal Justice program.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 270L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 3003 - ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY


    This course reviews and investigates the fundamental molecular processes and mechanisms that regulate the functions of various organ systems of animals (emphasis on vertebrates) to maintain homeostasis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: NSCI 2433 or BIOL 1243

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 3133 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I


    This course covers the fundamentals of organic chemistry and is taught with an emphasis on molecular structure and reaction mechanisms. Also included is the chemistry of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, halogenated hydrocarbons and alcohols.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: NSCI 1633, NSCI 163L. Corequisite: NSCI 313L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 3143 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II


    This course is a continuation of NSCI 3133.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: NSCI 3133, NSCI 313L. Corequisite: NSCI 413L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 3333 - ECOLOGY


    This course is an introduction to the basic principles and concepts of ecology, the ecosystem, community, and population level of organization.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 333L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4003 - CURRENT TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY


    An in-depth look at recent developments in one of the main areas of chemistry. The particular toipic will vary by semester.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4003 - CURRENT TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY 1


    This course provides an in-depth look at recent developments in one of the main areas of chemistry. The particular topic will vary by semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: To be determined according to topic.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4013 - CHEMISTRY OF CANCER


    This course is a study into the chemical concepts of carcinogenesis. The roles of important biomolecules, such as lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids, in carcinogenesis will be discussed as well as the repair mechanisms employed at a molecular level to combat nucleic acid damage and unregulated cell growth.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites:   and  

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4013 - CURRENT TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY 2


    This course is an in-depth look at recent developments in one of the main areas of chemistry. The particular topic will vary by semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: To be determined according to topic

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4023 - CURRENT TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY 3


    This course is an in-depth look at recent developments in one of the main areas of chemistry. The particular topic will vary by semester.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    To be deteremined according to topic.

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4033 - GEOLOGY


    This course is an introduction to the origin and classification of Earth materials and landforms with a study of minerals, rocks, and processes of the Earth’s crust.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Corequisite: NSCI 403L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4233 - HUMAN GENETICS


    This course emphasizes the fundamentals of genetics through a study of human inheritance, gene action, mutation, linkage, probability, the role of environment, and chromosomal abnormalities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: BIOL 3233, BIOL 323L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4343 - PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE


    This course is to investigate strengths and problems in the methodology of science which relate to hypothesis testing, theory confirmation or falsification, and the formulation of scientific laws. A second function of the course is to relate the implicati

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Department chair approval required

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4353 - BIOCHEMISTRY I


    This course is an introduction to the structures and cellular functions of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Topics include basic concepts of enzymes and kinetics, biological membranes and transport, and biosignaling.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: BIOL 2633; Corequisite: NSCI 3133

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4363 - BIOCHEMISTRY II


    This course is a continuation of NSCI 4353 with an emphasis on bioenergetics and metabolism. Topics include glycolysis, citric acid cycle, fatty acid catabolism, and lipid biosynthesis. Metabolic pathways of amino acids, nucleotides, and hormones will a

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: NSCI 4353; Corequisites: NSCI 4133, NSCI 436L

    Credits: 3
  
  • NSCI 4403 - SCIENCE FIELD STUDY 1


    This course provides the student supervised work/research experience in a setting relevant to the major area of study but outside the department and university.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Faculty Advisor or Deptarment Chair Approval

    Credits: 1-4
  
  • NSCI 4413 - SCIENCE FIELD STUDY 2


    This course provides the student supervised work/research experience in a setting relevant to the major area of study but outside the department and university.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: Faculty Advisor or Dept Chair Approval

    Credits: 1-4
  
  • NSCI 4903 - CAPSTONE COURSE


    This course is designed to review the student portfolio which will be developed over the course of obtaining the General Biology or Pre-Medical degree. Senior students will be assigned a specific Portfolio Advisor who will review the portfolio prior to receiving the degree. Culmination of the student’s degree will require completion of all items listed in the requirements for the student portfolio, including completion of research papers, poster presentations, and demonstration of knowledge of specific concepts in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: BIOL 3233, 323L, 3333, 333L, 4013, 401L, NSCI 3133, 313L

    Corequisites: BIOL 3133, 4133, 413L, NSCI 4133, 413L

    Credits: 3


Nursing

  
  • BIOL 141L - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSING I LAB


    Exercises in this course will reinforce the lecture topics through experimentation, microscopic investigation, and dissection (where applicable).

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisite: BIOL 1413 Human Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing I

    Credits: 1
  
  • BIOL 142L - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSING II LAB


    Exercises in this course will reinforce the lecture topics through experimentation, microscopic work, and dissection (where applicable).

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: BIOL 1413 Human Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing I with grade of B or better

                       BIOL 141L Human Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing I Lab with grade of B or better

    Co-requisites: BIOL1423 Human Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing II

    Credits: 1

  
  • BIOL 1413 - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSING I


    This course is the first of a two-term sequence in human anatomy and physiology for nursing majors. The courses will cover structure and function of all of the eleven body systems. Course topics are presented according to body systems including the study of cells and tissues with detailed investigation of the skin, skeleton, joints, muscles, nervous system, and selected special senses. The focus is on how the body works in harmony to promote homeostasis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Co-requisites: BIOL 141L Human Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing I Lab

    Credits: 3

  
  • BIOL 1423 - HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSING II


    This course is a continuation of human A & P I for nursing majors BIOL 1403. This second part will cover the remaining body systems. Course topics include the following topics: the circulatory system (with special emphasis on the heart), the lymphatic system, the immune system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, cellular metabolism, the urinary system, fluid-electrolyte balance, the endocrine system, reproduction and development. The focus is on how the body works in harmony to promote homeostasis.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisite: BIOL 1413 Human Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing I with grade of B or better

                       BIOL 141L Human Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing I Lab with grade of B or better

    Co-requisites: BIOL142L Human Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing II Lab

    Credits: 3

  
  • NSCI 4423 - MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY


    This course is an introduction to the field of medicinal chemistry with a special focus on methods of drug design, structure-activity relationships, and modes of action.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1243 and NSCI 1633

    Credits: 3
 

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