Agriculture - Decision Analysis (Ag Ec)
71. Agricultural Business Statistics (3)
Prerequisite: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught
intermediate algebra course. Application of descriptive statistics to analyze
agricultural sector conditions; measures of central tendencies and dispersion,
time series analysis, index numbers, seasonal variation, data collection
and presentation, introduction to probability theory, and discrete and continuous
probability distribution. General Education CORE, Quantitative Reasoning.
Agriculture - Food Science and Nutrition (FScN)
152. Food for Health (3)
Prerequisites: FSc 50, 53 or 54. Planning a nutritious diet implementing
the Dietary Goals for the United States and Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Cooking principles, recipe modification, and food selection at supermarkets
and restaurants to increase dietary complex carbohydrates and decrease fat,
sugar, and sodium. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours) (Formerly FScN 56; FScN 152)
Agriculture -- Plant Science (Plant)
99. Applied Agricultural Statistics (3)
Prerequisite: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course. Self-paced laboratories utilizing microcomputers in the
use of spreadsheet computations, design recognition, statistical analysis,
and inference. General Education CORE, Quantitative Reasoning. (2 lecture,
3 lab hours)
109. Internships in Anthropology (1; max total 6)
Prerequisite: Anth 1 or 3. Interns will work on a variety of tasks involving
the analysis and curation of archaeological collections; design and curation
of museum displays; and the collection and analysis of physical anthropological
data, including working with primates at local zoos.
1. Art Forms (3)
Slide lecture-discussion. An introduction to art/seeing and appreciating
the visual world around us. General Education BREADTH, Division 5. (Course
fee, $5)
80. Introduction to 35mm Photography (3)
Introductory course in the creative and practical aspects of small format
black and white photography. Emphasis on individual assistance and guidance
in the craft and technique of interpreting, photographing, and printing
a range of assignments that form the term portfolio. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
(Course fee, $25)
182. Introduction to Large Format Photography (3; max total 12)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Introduction to the unique aspects
of the large format camera and its creative application in field assignments.
Emphasis on individual assistance in both field and laboratory work. Introduction
to selective exposure and development control, optical effects, and applied
compositional design. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Course fee, $25)
183. Field Studies in Photography (3; max total 12)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Individual guidance in the formulation
of exploratory multi -image photographic essays produced on location. Emphasis
on forming individual conceptual goals and acquiring communicative skills
appropriate to the medium. Introduction to photographic theory and its practical
application to individual creative objectives. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
(Course fee, $25)
185. Color Photography (3; max total 12)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Introduction to the unique attributes
of color in the design and production of photographic prints. Multiformat
color printing. Emphasis on directed exploration of color both conventional
and experimental. Monochromatic and multichrome printing utilizing the camera
and other printmaking sources. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Course fee, $25)
Art -- Graduate Courses (Art)
290. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study. Approved for SP
grading. (Course fee variable)
298. Project (2-6; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of the art department graduate coordinator; see
Criteria for Thesis and Projectt. Preparation, production, design, and installation
of original works produced while engaged in the graduate program. Exhibit
committee must approve of the work, location, and quality of installation.
Abstract required. Approved for SP grading. (Course fee variable)
195. Diversity in the United States: Race and Gender Issues (3)
(See CLS 195.) (Formerly Eth S 195)
10. Life Science (3)
Not open to students with credit in BioSc 1A, Bot 1 or Zool 1. Principles
of biology related to the cell, maintenance, and relation of living organisms,
heredity and elementary processes of evolution, and basic principles of
ecology. General Education BREADTH, Division 2. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
15. An Ecological Approach to Life Science (5)
Concurrent enrollment in Geol 15, N Sci 15, S Sci 15 required. Portion of
Man/Woman and the Natural Environment Cluster. An introduction to biological
concepts and investigational methods in the natural environment. Lecture,
lab, and fieldwork. See Man/Woman and the Natural Environment, Natural Science
Interdisciplinary Courses section. General Education BREADTH, Division 2.
(Feld trip fee required)
100. Nature Study (3)
Not allowable for credit for biological or physical science majors or minors.
Prerequisite: a college level biology course. Evaluation of natural science
programs at the elementary level; optional opportunities in developing K-9
environmental study material or designing environmental awareness topics
for adult groups; emphasis on life science programs dealing with the interaction
of man and the biosphere. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Formerly Biol 101)
110. Human Ecology (3)
The study of the relationships between humans and their environment, both
natural and man-made; emphasis on scientific understanding of root causes
of current environmental problems. General Education CAPSTONE Cluster course.
(Formerly Biol 105)
112W. The Scientific Paper (3)
No credit toward biological or physical science majors or minors permitted.
Prerequisite: Engl 1. An introduction to the preparation, structure, use,
and writing of the scientific research article; the meaning, logic, and
structure of the abstract, introduction (historical review), methods, results,
discussion, conclusion, and bibliographic citation. Meets the upper-division
writing skills requirement for graduation.(Formerly Biol 102W)
121. Electron Microscopy (4)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Preparation and examination of biological
specimens. Basics of electron microscopy and interpretation of electron
micrographs. (1 lecture, 9 lab hours) (Formerly Biol 150)
172. Biological Methods and Techniques (3)
Open to credential candidates in the life science or physical science waiver
program; course meets the professional education requirement of 30 units
for the clear credential. Collection and preparation of biological materials
and specimens for instruction. Designing and conducting laboratory investigations.
Planning and directing field trips. (1 lecture, 6 lab hours) (Formerly Biol
162)
189T. Topics in Biology (1-4; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Investigation of selected areas
in the field of biology. (Lecture and/or laboratory) (Formerly Biol 185T;
Micro 160T)
190. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study. Approved for SP
grading. (Formerly Bot 190, Ent 190, Micro 190, Phy 190, Zool 190)
Biological Science Core (BioSc)
1A-B. Introductory Biology (4-4)
Two-semester sequence required of all biology majors. Thematic introduction
to the unifying concepts of life science: chemical basis of life; cellular
processes; energy metabolism; genetics; evolution. BioSc 1Ais prerequisite
to BioSc 1B. BioSc 1A meets the criteria for General Education BREADTH,
Division 2. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours)
130. General Ecology (3)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A-B; Math 70 or equivalent recommended. Required of
all biology majors. The structure, function, organization, and regulation
of populations, communities, and ecosystems. The role of evolution in environmental
relationships. (2 lecture, 3 lab or field hours)* (Formerly Biol 140)
140A-B. Genetics and Cellular Biology (3-4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A, 1B and Chem 8 or 128A; Chem 150 or 155 recommended.
Two-semester sequence required of all biology majors. Fundamentals of inheritance
and cellular biology for both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, including
an introduction to the underlying molecular mechanisms. BioSc 140A is prerequisite
to BioSc 140B. (A: 3 lecture hours; B: 3 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Formerly
Biol 130; Biol 135)
180. Evolution (3)
Prerequisites: senior standing or permission of instructor; BioSc 130, 140A-B.
Required of all biology majors. Evolutionary processes and patterns. Satisfies
the senior major requirement for the B.S. in Biology. (Formerly Biol 125)
Botony (Bot)
10. Plant Biology (3)
Not open to students with credit in BioSc 1B. Structure, function, and development
of plants. General Education BREADTH, Division 2. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
130. Plant Physiology (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A-B; Chem 1A or 3A; or permission of instructor; organic
chemistry recommended. General metabolism and related processes. (2 lecture,
6 lab hours) (Formerly Bot 104)
131. Vascular Plants (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A-B or permission of instructor. Morphology, reproduction,
and evolution of the major groups of vascular plants (both living and extinct).
Emphasis placed upon the seed plants. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours) (Formerly
Bot 136)
132. Nonvascular Plants (3)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A-B or permission of instructor. Comparative structure
and phylogeny of the fungi, algae, mosses, and liverworts. (2 lecture, 3
lab hours) (Formerly Bot 135)
133. Plant Anatomy (3)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A-B or permission of instructor. Structure and development
of flowering plants at the cellular and tissue levels. (2 lecture, 3 lab
hours) (Formerly Bot 134)
137. Plant Growth and Development (3)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A-B or permission of instructor. Processes involved
in plant growth with emphasis on the development of form in higher plants
and the experimental approach. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
142. Algology (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A-B or permission of instructor. Morphology, cytology,
ecology, physiology, economic importance, and cultivation of the algae.
(2 lecture, 6 lab or field hours)*
144. Plant Taxonomy (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A -B or permission of instructor. Principles of plant
classification; local flora. (1 lecture, 9 lab or field hours)* (Formerly
Bot 106)
Ecology (Ecol)
135. Marine Biology (3)
Prerequisite: a college biology course. Introduction to the marine environment
with emphasis on the biological aspects; systematics, ecology, and morphological
and physiological adaptations of marine organisms, especially intertidal
and shallow water forms; pollution; utilization of marine resources. (One
field trip required) (Formerly Biol 155)
151. Terrestrial Ecology (4)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130. The interaction of organisms and communities with
the physical and biotic environment, with emphasis on the biotic communities
of Central California. (3 lecture, 3 lab or field hours)* (Formerly Bot
107)
152. Aquatic Ecology (4)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130. Physical-chemical features of inland waters as
related to their biology; community structure and function, ecological interactions,
adaptations, and identification of aquatic organisms. (3 lecture, 3 lab
or field hours)* (Formerly
Biol 133)
162. Microbial Ecology (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 130 and Micro 140. Physiological ecology of microorganisms;
interactions of microorganisms with abiotic and biotic factors in the environment;
microbial habitats including soil, water, and organisms; techniques of microbial
ecology (field and laboratory). (3 lecture, 3 lab hours)* (Formerly Micro
125)
171. Fisheries Biology and Management (3)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130; statistics strongly recommended. Ecology and management
of fisheries; techniques for studying fish populations; quantitative methods
for assessing fish stocks; environmental requirements and habitat improvement
methods; acquisition and application of information to obtain maximum benefit
from fishery resources. Inland fisheries emphasized. (2 lecture, 3 lab or
field hours)* (Formerly Zool 136)
172. Wildlife Biology and Management (4)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130. Ecological theory and its use in the management
of wildlife resources. Field and laboratory exercises designed for the application
of techniques used in research and in making management decisions. (2 lecture,
6 lab or field hours)* (Formerly Zool 134)
(See also Bot, Micro, Zool courses.)
Genetics (Genet)
120. Introduction to Genetics (3)
Not open to biology majors and students with credit in BioSc 140A. Prerequisites:
BioSc 1A-B or equivalent. Principles of biological inheritance, including
gene structure, gene function, statistical methods, problem solving, and
human genetics. (Formerly Biol 120)
122. Fundamentals of Human Genetics (3)
Prerequisite: a college biology course. Intended primarily for students
in the health fields or biology. Meiosis, mitosis, chromosomes, and genes.
Mutations and familial diseases. Pedigrees, inbreeding, multiple genes,
sex determination, blood group alleles, linkage and mapping, twins, cytogenetic
and other diseases, genetic counseling. (Formerly Biol 122)
123. Heredity and Society (3)
Prerequisite: a college biology course. Principles of genetics and evolution
as they apply to human society, thought, experience, and affairs. Ethical,
social, political, and medical problems in relation to genetic engineering
and other techniques. (Formerly Biol 107)
171. Experimental Molecular Genetics (4)
Prerequisite: BioSc 140A-B. The nature of genetic information, its mutation,
transfer, and recombination in cells. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours) (Formerly
Micro 189)
172. Developmental Biology (3)
Prerequisite: BioSc 140A-B. Investigations concerning the variety of mechanisms
acting during the several stages of development of the living organism,
from gamete formation to morphological and biochemical differentiation of
organ systems; emphasis on differential genetic control. (Formerly Biol
160)
Microbiology (Micro)
20. Introductory Microbiology (4)
Not open to students with credit in Micro 140. Prerequisites: Chem 3A; Chem
3B or 8; plus a college course in the biological sciences. Introduction
to microbiology; principles and selected applications. (3 lecture, 3 lab
hours)
140. Microbiology (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A, 1B; organic chemistry. Emphasis on prokaryotes
(bacteria); microbial physiology, genetics, ecology, classification, and
identification; applications of microbiology. Prerequisite to most upper-division
microbiology courses. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours) (Formerly Micro 104)
161. Microbial Physiology (4)
Prerequisite: Micro 140. Structure, function, energy metabolism, growth,
and regulatory mechanisms of microorganisms. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours)
171. Protozoology (3)
Prerequisites: BioSc 130, 140A-B. The biology of protozoan organisms. (2
lecture, 3 lab hours) (Formerly Zool 115)
172. Medical Mycology (4)
Prerequisite: Micro 140; PhyAn 160 recommended. Morphology, physiology,
and principles of pathogenicity of selected fungal agents of human and animal
disease. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours) (Formerly Micro 150)
181. Bacteriology of Human Disease (5)
Prerequisite: Micro 140; PhyAn 160 recommended. Bacterial, etiological agents
of human disease. (3 lecture, 6 lab hours) (Formerly Micro 118)
185. Virology (4)
Prerequisite: Micro 140; PhyAn 160 recommended. Inquiries into the unique
nature of viruses; methods of analysis, structure, and replication. Virus-host
interactions are described from bacterial, plant, and animal virus groups.
Considerable emphasis is placed on diagnosis of viruses infecting humans
including epidemiology and viropathology. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours)
Physiology/Anatomy/Development (PhyAn)
33. Human Anatomy and Physiology (5)
Three units allowed for students with prior credit in human anatomy; 2 units
allowed for students with prior credit in human physiology. An integrated
study of the structure and function of the human body. (4 lecture, 3 lab
hours) (Formerly Phy 33)
64. Functional Human Anatomy (3)
Not open to students with credit in PhyAn 33. Primarily for students in
the health related and biological professions. The life continuum from conception
to death. A systems approach to the gross and microscopic structures of
the human body. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Formerly Phy 64)
65. Human Physiology (5)
Not open to students with credit in PhyAn 33. College chemistry and human
anatomy recommended. Homeostasis in the human body; how organ systems function
to maintain life; dynamic and adaptive systems at the molecular, cellular,
and organ level. (4 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Formerly Phy 65)
130. Neuroanatomy (4)
Prerequisites: anatomy and physiology. Macroscopic and microscopic study
of the structure and functional relationships of the mammalian nervous system.
(3 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Formerly Phy 155)
133. Histology (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A, 1B. Identification and study of vertebrate cells,
tissues, and organs. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours) (Formerly Zool 157)
135. Vertebrate Embryology (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A, 1B. Morphogenesis of vertebrates from gamete formation
through organogenesis, including physiological and experimental aspects
of development. Laboratory emphasis on frog, chick, and pig. (2 lecture,
6 lab hours) (Formerly Zool 160)
140. Neurophysiology (3)
Prerequisites: anatomy and physiology. Function of the nervous and muscular
systems with emphasis on molecular mechanisms. (Formerly Phy 160)
141. Insect Physiology (3)
Prerequisite: Zool 120. Principles of physiology as applied to insects;
functions of insect body, tissues, and organs. (2 lecture, 3 lab or demonstration
hours) (Formerly Ent 110)
151. Comparative Animal Physiology (4)
Prerequisite: BioSc 140A-B. Evolution of physiological systems; functional
adaptations to different environments; physiological principles as applied
to animals. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Formerly Phy 140)
158. Biological Membranes: Structure and Function (3)
Prerequisite: BioSc 140A-B or a biochemistry course. A study of the myriad
of functions membranes perform with an emphasis on transport. General structural
properties of membranes, including fluidity and asymmetry, and modification
of structural building blocks which lead to membrane diversity. (Formerly
Biol 238)
160. Immunology (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 140A; BioSc 140B or Micro 140. Innate and acquired
immunity, including both cell-mediated and humoral phenomena; illustration
of principles and technique development in the laboratory. (2 lecture, 6
lab hours) (Formerly Micro 117)
162. Hematology (3)
Prerequisite: PhyAn 65; PhyAn 160 recommended. Development, structure, identification,
and quantification of cellular blood elements; qualitative and quantitative
considerations of hemoglobin, coagulation, and immuno-hematology. Procedural
proficiency emphasized in the laboratory. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Formerly
Zool 158)
164. Integrative Human Physiology (3)
Prerequisite: BioSc 140A-B. Primarily for students in biology and the health
professions. A functional approach to the integration of organs and organ
systems.
165. Endocrinology (3)
Prerequisite: BioSc 140A-B. A systems approach to the study of hormone synthesis,
secretion, function as intercellular signals, and their role in both controlling
and integrating normal physiological processes. (Formerly Biol 185T section)
172. Pathophysiology (3)
Prerequisite: PhyAn 33 or 65 or 164. An application of anatomic and physiologic
principles in the study of those disturbances that underlie the etiology
and pathogenesis of human diseases. (Formerly Biol 185T section)
(See also Bot 130, 133, 137; Genet 172; Micro 161 .)
Zoology (Zool)
10. Animal Biology (3)
Not open to students with credit in BioSc 1B. Structural and functional
comparison of animals; principles and human implications of inheritance,
evolution, and ecology; physiology as applied to man. General Education
BREADTH, Division 2. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
120. General Entomology (3)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A, 1B. Anatomy, physiology, life history, and classification
of insects and other arthropods. (2 lecture, 3 lab or field hours)* (Formerly
Ent 101)
122. Economic Entomology (3)
(See Pl Pr 103.) (Formerly Ent 106)
132. Comparative Vertebrate Morphology (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A, 1B. Comparative structure of vertebrate organ systems;
laboratory study of representative vertebrates. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours)
(Formerly Zool 103)
141. Invertebrate Zoology (3)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A, 1B. Systematics, general ecology, and phylogeny
of free living invertebrates (excluding insects), and including field studies
of marine intertidal habitats. (2 lecture, 3 lab or field hours)* (Formerly
Zool 114)
147. Medical Parasitology (3)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A, 1B. Epidemiology, pathogenesis, and identification
of the parasites of man. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours) (Formerly Zool 107)
148. Parasitology (4)
Prerequisites: BioSc 1A, 1B; general chemistry. A study of the general biology
of symbiotic organisms of animal hosts including man. Lecture topics include
life histories, epidemiology, infection and disease processes, physiology,
and treatment. Laboratory exercises include a study of biological processes
as well as parasite identification and diagnosis. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours)
(Formerly Zool 108)
150. Natural History of Vertebrates (4)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130. Systematics, distribution, morphology, behavior,
and ecology of fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Fieldwork
includes capture and sampling techniques, species identification and habitat
analysis, and may require weekend field trips to coastal, desert, and mountain
environments. (3 lecture, 3 lab or hours)* (Formerly Zool 113)
152. Animal Behavior (3)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130; one additional course in ecology or natural history
recommended. Principles of ethology with emphasis on mechanisms of behavior.
(2 lecture, 3 lab hours)* (Formerly Zool 130)
171. Ichthyology (3)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130. Ecology, evolution, and diversity of the fish of
the world with emphasis on California fish, freshwater and marine. (2 lecture,
3 lab or field hours)* (Formerly Zool 140)
l72. Herpetology (3)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130. Ecology, evolution, and diversity of the reptiles
and amphibians of the world. (2 lecture, 3 lab or field hours)* (Formerly
Zool 137)
174. Ornithology (4)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130. Ecology, ethology, and evolution of the reptiles
and birds of the world. Encompasses the traditional areas of herpetology
and ornithology. (3 lecture, 3 lab or field hours)* (Formerly Zool 137;
Zool 165; Zool 172)
177. Mammalogy (3)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130. Ecology, evolution, and diversity of the mammals
of the world. (2 lecture, 3 lab or field hours)* (Formerly Zool 135)
(See also Ecol 171, 172; Micro 171; and PhyAn courses .)
Biology -- Graduate Courses (Biol)
204. Biology of Speciation (2)
Prerequisites: BioSc 140A-B and 180. Evolution of the species as a unit
of biological organization.
206. Biological Systematics (2)
Prerequisite: at least one upper-division or graduate course having a phylogenetic
component. Classification, nomenclature, and taxonomic theory as applied
to living organisms, their evolution, and phylogeny.
207. Radiotracer Methodology in the Natural
Sciences (3)
(Same as Chem 207 and Phys 207.) Prerequisite: graduate standing; two semesters
undergraduate physics recommended. For students in biology, chemistry, physics,
or other areas using radioisotopes. Covers radiation detection, radiation
safety, gamma ray spectroscopy, liquid scintillation, radioimmunoassay,
and biological applications in living systems. Team taught. (2 lecture,
3 lab hours)
208. Biological Field Studies (1-6; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Integrated studies or specialized
topics, including botanical, environmental, microbiological, or zoological
field studies.* Approved
for SP grading.
210. Parasitic Protozoa (3)
Prerequisite: Zool 148. A systematic survey of parasitic protozoa. (2 lecture,
3 lab hours)
212. Helminthology (3)
Prerequisite: Zool 148. A systematic survey of parasitic helminths. (2 lecture,
3 lab hours)
240. Systems Ecology (3)
Prerequisites: BioSc 130, Math 70. Quantitative approach to the analysis
of whole ecosystems including data acquisition and statistical treatment,
conceptual and mathematical ecosystem model ing, and computer simulations
in FORTRAN or BASIC. No programming experience needed. (2 lecture, 3 lab
hours) (Computer lab fee, $15)
241A-B. Molecular Biology I-II (3-3)
(Same as Chem 241A-B.) Prerequisites: BioSc 140A-B, Chem 150 or 155, and
permission of instructor. Biol/Chem 241A is prerequisite for Biol/Chem 241B.
Current topics in molecular biology, including protein and nucleic acid
structure, DNA replication, transcription, translation, prokaryotic and
eukaryotic regulation, mechanisms of exchange of genetic material, and recombinant
DNA technology.
242. Techniques in Protein Purification and Analysis (3)
(Same as Chem 242.) Corequisite: Biol/Chem 241A. Deals with the technologies
relevant to protein isolation, purification, analysis, immobilization, and
modification in micro and macro quantities. (1 lecture, 6 lab hours)
243. Nucleic Acid Technology Lab (3)
(Same as Chem 243.) Prerequisites: Biol/Chem 241A and 242. Corequisite:
Biol/Chem 241B. A lecture/laboratory course focusing on the technologies
used in nucleic acid chemistry, specifically synthesis, translation, mutagenesis,
and genetic engineering. (1 lecture, 6 lab hours)
244. Cell Culture and Hybridoma (3)
(Same as Chem 244.) Prerequisite: Micro 185 or PhyAn 160. The theory and
practice of in vitro propagation of eukaryotic cells, including growth characteristics,
metabolic requirements, and genetic analysis. Cloning, fusion, and generation
of monoclonal antibody (hybridoma) are presented relative to cultured cell
biology and application to biotechnology. (1 lecture, 6 lab hours)
248. Seminar in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (1-2; max total 4)
(Same as Chem 248.) Prerequisite: admission into the Biotechnology Certificate
Program. Reviews and reports on current literature in various aspects of
biotechnology and molecular biology.
250. Scientific Research Reporting (2)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Techniques of scientific photography
and writing, illustrating emphasized. (1 lecture, 3 lab hours)
255T. Topics in Botany (1-3; max total 8)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Investigation of new fields, areas
not in current courses, or advanced studies in a given area. (Lecture and/or
laboratory)
260T. Topics in Biology (1-3; max total 8)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Investigation of new fields, areas
not in current courses, or advanced studies in a given area. (Lecture and/or
laboratory)
265T. Topics in Physiology (1-3; max total 8)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Investigation of new fields, areas
not in current courses, or advanced studies in a given area. (Lecture and/or
laboratory)
270T. Topics in Zoology (1-3; max total 8)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Investigation of new fields, areas
not in current courses, or advanced studies in a given area. (Lecture and/or
laboratory)
272. Physiological Ecology of Vertebrates (2)
Prerequisite: BioSc 130, PhyAn 151. An analysis of problems in and adaptations
to arctic, alpine, marine, desert, tropical, and disturbed ecosystems; matters
of energy and water economy, respiratory, circulatory, and sensory neuromuscular
adaptations, and such topics as biological timing, migration, and navigation.
Lecture/seminar; papers) required.
274. Biometry (3)
Prerequisite: one statistics class, preferably Math 101. Application of
statistical techniques to biological problems with emphasis on sampling,
analysis of variance, experimental design, and regression techniques. Emphasis
on analysis of real biological data and interpretation of results.
275. Biogeography (3)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Seminar in descriptive and ecological
geography of animal and plant groups.
281T. Seminar in Biological Science (1-2)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Reviews and reports on current literature
in the various phases of biology.
290. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement Independent Study. Approved for SP
grading.
295. Research (2-6; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Independent research by the advanced
graduate student.
299. Thesis (2-4; max total 4)
Prerequisite: See Criteria for Thesis and Project. Preparation, completion,
and submis sion of an acceptable thesis for the master's degree. Approved
for SP grading.
Biology -- In-Service Course (Biol)
302T. Topics in Biology (3; max total 6)
Prerequisite: graduate standing or permission of instructor. Relation of
man to his surroundings; review of concepts, cell, physics and chemistry
of life, energetics, inheritance, evolution.
133. Futures Markets (3)
Prerequisite: Fin 120. Use of futures contracts as speculative investments
and as hedging devices to reduce risk in securities portfolios and in domestic
and international business operations. Topics: financial futures, commodity
futures, futures markets, fundamental and technical analyses, hedging strategies.
(Formerly Fin 189T section)
Business -- Decision Sciences (DS)
71. Quantitative Analysis I (3)
Prerequisites: meet the CSB ELM requirement; one year of high school geometry.
Quantitative formulation and solution of problems of modern management,
including linear programming and introductions to mathematics of finance,
probability, and differential calculus. General Education CORE, Quantitative
Reasoning.
Business -- Information Systems (IS)
1L. Keyboarding (2)*
Recommended for students with less than one semester of keyboarding or typewriting
instruction. Development of keyboarding techniques on microcomputers for
personal and business usage. (4 lab hours) (Computer lab fee, $15)
2L. Word Processing Applications (2)
Prerequisite: IS 1L or equivalent. Introduction to word processing applications
on microcomputers. Refinement of keyboarding techniques for personal and
business applications. (4 lab hours) (Computer lab fee, $15) (Formerly IS
2)
*Not more than 6 units of credit in typewriting/keboarding will be allowed toward any degree.
Business -- Marketing (Mktg)
100. Marketing Concepts (4)
Prerequisites: Econ 40, 50, and upper-division standing. Study/analysis
of the challenges and problems faced by individuals, organizations (profit
and nonprofit) who attempt to expedite and facilitate exchange in a dynamic
environment. Emphasis on strategic marketing planning and the decision -making
process in the marketplace.
138. Psychology of Personal Persuasion (4)
Prerequisite: Mktg 100 or permission of instructor. Students learn to use
communication and persuasion skills in selling and negotiating settings
involving consumer and industrial goods or services. Videotaped presentations,
lectures by special guests, role playing, and skill development. (3 lecture,
2 lab hours)
Business -- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
200. Managerial Economics (3)
Prerequisites: finite mathematics, admission to graduate business program
or permission of director. Logic and methods of economic analysis for business
decisions. Production, cost, supply; buyer behavior, consumer demand, derived
demand; forecasting; market structure, pricing, negotiation; government
regulation; risk, uncertainty; linear programming. (Formerly Bus 202)
201. Accounting and Information Systems (3)
Prerequisites: electronic spreadsheet literacy, and either admission to
graduate program in business or permission of director. Concepts and terminology
of fi nancial and managerial accounting and information systems. Transaction
processing systems and planning and control systems integrated with data
capture, data classification, information storage and or ganization, information
access and display/reporting. (Formerly Bus 205; Bus 209)
203. Methods of Decision Sciences (3)
Prerequisites: linear functions, familiarity with PC-based microcomputing
and spreadsheets, and either admission to the graduate business program
or permission of director. Statistical concepts, inferential statistical
methods, management science techniques. Descriptive statistics; discrete
random variables; expected value decision theory; continuous distributions;
sampling distributions; estimation; hypothesis testing; analysis of variance;
linear regression and correlation; chi-square tests; time series analysis
and forecasting; simulation. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Computer lab fee,
$15) (Formerly Bus 243)
204. Global Environment of Business (3)
Prerequisite: admission to the graduate business program or permission of
director. Introduction to global business environment. Cultural, economic,
political, and legal systems. Advances in global trade, marketing, production,
accounting, taxation, financial and payment systems. Impact of technological
advances, multinational corporations, and nation-states on the performance
and competitive ness of businesses. Lecture and case. (Formerly Bus 247)
205. Production and Operations Management (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 203 or concurrently, admission to the program or permission
of director. Production and operations systems; product development; process
selec tion; facility location and design; transportation management; method
analysis; job design; work measurement; planning and control; project management;
inventory control; just-in-time philosophy; total quality management. (For
merly Bus 216; Bus 255)
206. Seminar in Business Communication (3)
Investigation and analysis of the communication process as it relates to
managerial effectiveness. Business communication theory; analysis of communication
alternatives; effective business writing and speaking; case studies. (Formerly
Bus 257)
210. Seminar in Organization Theory and Development (3)
A seminar that applies advanced management concepts, both micro-level and
macro-level, to the solution of complex organizational problems in a rapidly
changing and increasingly competitive environment. (Formerly Bus 241)
211. Seminar in Management Information Systems (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 200 and 201. Managerial and technical issues in computer-based
information systems. Decision support; artificial intelligence, expert,
and strategic information systems; system analysis, design, and implementation;
financial, human resource, marketing, and production information systems.
(Formerly Bus 246)
212. Seminar in Financial Management (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 200, 201, and 203. Theories, concepts, and techniques
in financial management; financial analysis, planning, forecasting, and
working capital; risk and return analysis, valuation models, cost of capital
and capital budgeting; capital structure, dividend policy and long-term
financing. Special contemporary topics in financial management. (Formerly
Bus 218; Bus 244)
213. Seminar in Managerial Accounting (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 200 and 201. In-depth consideration of several topical
areas in accounting analysis related to both profit and not-for-profit organizations,
with em phasis on currently controversial issues. Analysis includes budgetary
planning, cost analysis, internal control and case studies. (Formerly Bus
245)
214. Seminar in Marketing Management (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 200-204; 203 or concurrently. Strategic and operational
planning of the marketing operation and marketing management process: market
measurement and forecasting; segmentation and positioning; product, price,
service, and distribution; advertising, sales management, and sales promotion;
and introduction to implementation and control in marketing. (Formerly Bus
217; Bus 242)
215. Seminar in Regulatory and Ethical Environment of Business (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 210-214 or concurrently. Relationships among personal
ethics, corporate social responsibility, and regulatory policy on business
decision- making. Evaluation of business decisions, corporate goals, and
regulatory statutes and process in terms of their ethical quality and adherence
to sound policy. (Formerly Bus 248)
216. Seminar in Business Research (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 200-205. Logic and methods of survey and experimental
research methods for business. Multivariate analytical methods for interpretation
of survey and experimental results. Research using secondary data for business
decisions. Preparation of a plan for thesis, project, or other business
research. (Formerly Bus 221)
220. Seminar in Cost Accounting (3)
(See MSA 220.)
221. Seminar in International and Nonprofit Accounting (3)
(See MSA 221.)
222. Seminar in Accounting Theory (3)
(See MSA 222.)
230. Seminar in Advanced Financial Management (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 212. An applied case-method analysis of theories, concepts,
and analytical techniques of financial management, financial analysis and
planning, capital budgeting, leasing, refunding, mergers and acquisitions,
corporate restructuring, financial engineering, derivative securities. Lecture
and cases. (Formerly Bus 244)
231. Seminar in International Finance (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 212. An advanced study of theories and techniques in global
finance and investment. The international financial system; currency markets;
risks and exposure management; balance of payments; political risks; international
banking and capital markets; euro currencies; portfolio and foreign direct
investment. (Formerly Bus 272)
232. Seminar in Investments and Portfolio Management (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 212. Advanced analysis of equity, fixed-income, and derivative
securities; operation of financial markets and investment environment. Strategic
and tactical decisions related to institutional and individual portfolio
management. Lecture and cases. (Formerly Bus 232)
233. Seminar in Management of Financial Institutions (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 212. Comprehensive analysis of the role of financial institutions
and markets in allocating capital. Application of economic and financial
analytical techniques to the managerial problems of financial institutions.
Lecture and cases. (Formerly Bus 236)
240. Seminar in Human Resource Management:
Theory, Policy, and Practice (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 210. Analysis of the theories behind, and practical application
of, human resource management policies of private and public organizations.
Particular emphasis on government employment policy. Lecture and cases.
(Formerly Bus 250)
241. Seminar in Comparative Human Resource
and Industrial Relations Systems (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 210. Analysis of human resource and industrial relations
practices of transnational and multinational corporations operating in the
global en vironment. Particular emphasis on the emergence, evaluation, structures,
functions and challenges of labor movements in devel oped and less developed
countries. Lecture and cases.
242. Seminar in Compensation and Benefits Administration (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 210. Analysis of the behavioral and social issues involved
in designing and administering of employee compensation systems and benefit
programs. Particular emphasis on the psychological relationship between
pay and performance and the micro and macro forces that affect pay. Lecture
and cases. (Formerly Bus 252)
243. Seminar in Organizational Staffing (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 210. Analysis of the techniques for recruiting, selecting,
evaluating, and allocating employees to meet organizational goals with emphasis
on sociological, psychological, and cultural factors effecting work attitude
and behavior.
250. Seminar in End User Computing (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 211. Use of data resources in business problem solving.
Analysis, formulation and implementation of business models using microcomputer
packages; managerial topics and decision support tools. Lecture, case, and
lab. (Formerly Bus 262)
251. Seminar in Information Systems in a Global Environment (3)
Analysis of systems through study and application of systems theory; special
emphasis on information systems. Application of systems theory in national
and international environments; lecture and case analysis. (Formerly Bus
265)
252. Seminar in Information Systems Management (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 211. Study of hardware, software, and behavioral issues
related to the design, acquisition, implementation, and management of contemporary
data processing systems underlying global information systems. Lecture and
cases. (Formerly Bus 266)
253. Seminar in Information Technology (3)
In-depth analysis of a selected information technology with application
to business problem solving and decision making. Topics from database; telecommunications;
decision support systems; expert systems; artificial intelligence. Lecture
and cases.
260. Seminar in Market Analysis and Forecasting (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 214. Analysis of buyer and seller components of markets.
Emphasis on design and evaluation of marketing plans. Primary and secondary
data in measuring market response. Application of extrapolation and programmatic
forecasting methods. Cases, projects, and industry analysis. (Formerly Bus
240)
261. Seminar in Global Marketing Management (3)
Prerequisite: MBA 214. Analysis of problems of product design, channel structure,
promotion, logistics, and inter-organization cooperation and control in
international marketing. Negotiation, bargaining, and contracting across
national boundaries. Legal issues affecting global marketing operations,
cases, projects, and special studies.
262. Seminar in Marketing Organization and Operations Management (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 210, 214, and 260. Organization for marketing operations:
design of strategic business units, functional and matrix structures, and
incentive systems. Implementation of marketing plans: sales force, advertising,
channel, logistics management. Information systems for support of operation
and control of the marketing operation.
263. Seminar in Marketing Management Issues (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 214 and 260. With approval of instructor, each student
selects a marketing management problem or issue, and prepares a major investigative
paper. Student will present results to seminar for professional critique.
279. Seminar in Business Policy and Strategy (3)
Prerequisite: completion of Group II or concurrently. Evolution of strategic
management, globalization of strategy, role of multinationals, competitive
advantage strategy formulation; implementation; control issues; role of
top and middle management; ethics; and culture.
289T. Seminar in Business Topics (3)
Prerequisite: completion of 9 units of 200-level courses. Theory and developments
in accounting, administration and organization, business education, communication,
consumer economics, finance, industrial and regional studies, real estate
and urban economics, information systems, decision sciences, resource economics,
risk and insurance, or transportation. (Formerly Bus 289T section)
290. Independent Study (1-3)
Prerequisite: Advanced to Candidacy; permission of director and instructor.
Approved for SP grading. (Formerly Bus 290)
292. Readings in Business (2-3)
Prerequisite: Advanced to Candidacy; permission of director. Approved for
SP grading. (Formerly Bus 292)
298. Management Project (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 216, Advanced to Candidacy and permission of director.
See Criteria for Thesis and Project.. Examination of the work and problems
general managers of business units face as chief strategists and organization
builders. Independent analysis of an operating industry, business, or a
principals functional area of an organization. Case studies and field research
project. Approved for SP grading. (Formerly Bus 298)
299. Thesis (3)
Prerequisites: MBA 216, Advanced to Candidacy and permission of director.
See Criteria for Thesis and Project.. Preparation, completion, and submission
of an acceptable thesis for the master's degree. Approved for SP grading.
(Formerly Bus 299)
Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA)
220. Seminar in Cost Accounting (3)
(Same as MBA 220.) Prerequisites: MBA 200-205 and 213 or M.S.A. prerequisites.
The development, interpretation, and uses of accounting reports for management
planning, control, and decision -making. Cost-volume-profit analysis; linear
programming, capital budgeting; inventory models; standards, budgets, and
analysis variance for planning and control purposes; divisional performance;
and transfer pricing issues. (Formerly Bus 263)
221. Seminar in International and Nonprofit Accounting (3)
(Same as MBA 221.) Prerequisites: MBA 200-205 and 213 or M.S.A. prerequisites.
Accounting for various types of funds as applied to governmental and other
not-for-profit organizations. Global practices and accounting standards.
Managerial problems of multinational enterprises. International auditing
standards and taxation issues.
222. Seminar in Accounting Theory (3)
(Same as MBA 222.) Prerequisites: MBA 200-205 and MBA 213 or M.S.A. prerequisites.
A historical perspective of the development of accounting theory. An evaluation
of the objectives and standards of financial reporting as they are applied
in contemporary income determination and asset valuation. (Formerly Bus
260)
223. Seminar in Auditing (3)
Prerequisite: Acct 162. An advanced study of the philosophy, theory, and
practice of auditing with special emphasis in recent developments, and cases
involving ethical and legal responsibilities, statistical sampling methods,
using computer, usage and reliance on internal control; operational auditing.
Lecture and cases. (Formerly Bus 264)
224. Seminar in Current Accounting and Reporting Issues (3)
Prerequisites: Acct 120A and 120B. A comprehensive examination of currently
effective authoritative pronouncements that govern financial accounting.
Included are pronouncements and proposals of the AICPA, the FASB, the AAA,
the SEC, and related accounting literature. Lecture and cases. (Formerly
Bus 276)
225. Seminar in Tax Planning (3)
Prerequisite: Acct 144. An examination of comparative income tax planning
and decision making with respect to business transactions; review income
tax consequences of transactions on different business forms, i.e., partnerships,
corporations and S Corporations. Tax research and tax preparer ethics are
integrated into the decision-making process. (Formerly Bus 269T)
226. Seminar in Estate Planning (3)
Prerequisites: Acct 144 and 145. Estate planning techniques to maximize
wealth and minimize taxes. In-depth discussion of federal and state systems
for taxing transfers. Theory, practice, and legal requirements for reporting
by fiduciaries of estates and trusts. (Formerly Bus 270)
227. Seminar in Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders (3)
Prerequisites: Acct 144; 145 or concurrently. A detailed study of tax problems
of cor porations and their shareholders. Areas covered include organization,
capital structure, and taxation of corporations; dividends, nonliquidating
distributions, stock redemptions, and partial and complete liquidations;
and corporate reorganizations. Lecture and cases. (Formerly Bus 277)
228. Seminar in Taxation of Partnerships and Subchapter S Corporations
(3)
Prerequisites: Acct 144; 145 or concurrently. An examination of fundamental
legal concepts, technical rules, and computational procedures relating to
federal taxation of partnerships and Subchapter S Corporations. Areas of
emphasis include partnership formation, operations, and termination. (For
merly Bus 278)
229. Seminar in Taxation of Property Transactions
and Accounting Methods (3)
Prerequisites: Acct 144; 145 or concurrently. A comprehensive coverage of
property transactions and tax accounting methods including definition, realization,
recognitions, and computation of capital gains and losses, various tax accounting
methods and planning opportunities relative to individuals and corporations.
Lecture and cases. (Formerly Bus 279)
Business and Administrative Sciences (Bus)
280. Seminar in Business Education (3)
Study of advanced problems in business education.
282. Seminar in Business Curricula (3)
Objectives, principles, and curricula of business in secondary schools,
colleges, and universities; evaluation and trends of current problems.
Chicano and Latin American Studies (CLS)
195. Diversity in the United States: Race and Gender Issues (3)
(Same as A I S 195, Af Am 195, AsAm 195, W S 195.) This interdisciplinary
course introduces students to theoretical perspectives concerning the historical
development of class, race, and gender within the United States and the
impact of these issues on contemporary U.S. society. Participation in a
special class project is required. Fulfills Liberal Studies Program requirement.
103. Speech and Hearing Science (3)
Prerequisite: Phys 2A. Physiological acoustics, psychoacoustics, acoustic
phonetics, and perception of speech. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
133. American Sign Language I (3)
Principles of American Sign Language; basic skills for communicating with
deaf children and adults. General Education BREADTH, Division 7.
134. American Sign Language II (3)
Prerequisite: CD 133. Advanced study of grammatical structures and the lexicon
of American Sign Language. Emphasis on conversational skills, fluency for
communicating with deaf children and adults, and aspects of deaf culture.
171. Professional Writing in Communicative Sciences and Disorders
(3)
Prerequisites: CD 105 and 109, or 162 and 163. Principles of clinical and
scientific writing in communicative disorders; exercises in writing professional
and scientific reports.
172. Neural Bases of Speech, Language, and Hearing (3)
Prerequisites: CD 80, 95, 101, 102. Neuroanatomical and neurophysiological
bases of speech, language, and hearing; clinical implications of neuropathology.
Field trip may be required.
Communicative Disorders -- Graduate Courses (C D)
201. Interviewing and Counseling
in Communicative Disorders (3)
Theory and practice in interviewing and counseling clients and families
related to specific speech, language and hearing disorders. Techniques for
altering and modifying behaviors that affect maximum growth and potential
of the client and families.
203. Hearing Aids I (3)
Prerequisite: CD 202. Electroacoustic analysis of amplification systems;
identification, evaluation, and management of the candidate for amplification.
(2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
215. Augmentative Communication Systems (3)
Principles, analysis, assessment techniques, and implementation procedures
for developing augmentative communication systems with speech and language
impaired children and adults. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
261. Instructional Technology with the Deaf (3)
Principles, analysis, assessment techniques, and implementation of instructional
technology for teaching deaf students. Includes computer-based approaches
for teaching deaf and hearing impaired individuals. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
20. FORTRAN Programming (4)
Prerequisites: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course; trigonometry. Introduction to programming in FORTRAN with
emphasis on program design, debugging, and documentation. Elementary applications
and structured programming for algorithm development. General Education
CORE, Quantitative Reasoning. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours) (CAN CSCI 4)
40. Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving (4)
Prerequisites: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course; trigonometry. Introduction to problem solving, algorithm
development, procedural and data abstraction; program design, coding, debugging,
testing, and documentation; programming language Pascal. General Education
CORE, Quantitative Reasoning. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours)
174. Ethnic and Gender Issues in Victim Services (3)
Prerequisite: Crim 175 and 176 . Culturally specific responses to victimization;
use of peers and community as support; prejudice, discrimination, and other
special problems experienced by women and various ethnic and racial minority
groups in obtaining services from victim services agencies and the criminal
justice system.
177. Legal Policy in Victim Services (3)
Prerequisite: Crim 175. Graduating criminology seniors have first priority;
other students may receive priority status by permission of instructor.
Analysis of legislation and specific legal policies regarding victim services.
Victim rights, the process of changing attitudes, and current laws will
be a major focus.
182. Internship in Victimology (1-12; max total 12)
Prerequisites: Crim 175 and 176, permission of instructor and sponsoring
agency. Graduating criminology seniors have first priority; other students
may receive priority status by permission of instructor. Relates the student's
classroom studies with occupational and professional experiences. Weekly
conference with field supervisor. Transfer students should be aware that
12-unit total must include units previously earned; check with departmental
adviser. Approved for SP grading. CR/NC grading only. (Minimum of 3 field
hours per unit.)
185. Directed Readings (1-3; max total 6)
Prerequisites: Econ 40, 50, and permission of instructor. Directed readings
in the literature of economics. Intensive reading of economic literature
on special topics under faculty supervision.
Education -- Counselor Education (COUN)
241. Seminar in Organization of Counseling Services (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 200. Organization, administration, and evaluation of
counseling programs. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Formerly A S 226)
Education -- Special Education (SPED)
202. Career Education for Students with Disabilities (4)
Prerequisite: SPED 160 or permission of instructor. Seminar in the examination
of career education; models, curriculum scope and sequence, transitional
approaches to independent living, and the utilization of local, state, and
federal resources. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Test materials fee, $10) (Formerly
A S 253)
208. Practicum/Clinic: Career Education for the Disabled (3-9; max
total 9)
Prerequisites: SPED 202 and permission of instructor. Clinical experience
in private and public agencies involved with vocational/career education
for the disabled work evaluation and Job preparation supervised by university
personnel. (Formerly A S 249)
210. Motor, Sensory, and Perceptual Abilities (4)
Prerequisite: SPED 160 or equivalent. Seminar in the special education of
persons who are learning handicapped with psychomotor disabilities such
as hyperkenesis, visual or auditory deficits, and dyslexia. Diagnostic-prescriptive
programming and critiques required. (2 seminar, 4 lab hours) (Formerly A
S 243)
215. Seminar in Curriculum for Learning Handicapped Students (4)
Prerequisites: SPED 160, 173, 211. Current and effective instructional practices
in the curricular areas of language arts, mathematics, social studies, and
science for learning handicapped students; emphasis on the integration of
cognitive strategies and advanced technology. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Formerly
A S 246)
228. Advanced Practicum in Special Education for Individuals with
Severe Disabilities (4)
Prerequisites: ERF 153; SPED 160, 160F, 175, 220A, 220B, 221A, 221B, 222;
prior or concurrent enrollment in SPED 201, 202; COUN 240 . Supervised,
field-based experience in advanced teaching methods and procedures for integrating
required competencies in the areas of program organization, management of
teaching environments, skill assessment and instructional planning, behavior
management, IEP implementation, program evaluation, teacher and parent consultation,
microtechnology, and continuing professional development. (Formerly A S
255)
Education -- Curriculum, Teaching, and Educational Technology (CTET)
227. Current Issues and Trends in Educational Technology (3)
Prerequisite: preliminary credential or permission of instructor. Focuses
on the social, economic, and psychological impacts of technology and technology
research on schools, teaching, and learning. Students examine the past and
formulate a vision of the future of educational technology through readings,
discussions, and research.
228. Developing Problem-Solving Skills with Computers (3)
Prerequisite: CTET 100 or 101. Developing problem-solving skills within
K-12 computing environments. Students will develop curriculum materials,
lesson plans, and teaching strategies for promoting problem-solving skills
through the effective use of applications soft ware, problem-solving software,
programming languages, and authoring systems. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Instructional
materials fee, $10)
230. Planning and Implementing Innovative Technology Programs (3)
Prerequisite: CTET 100 or 101. Strategies for implementing change in educational
settings; planning for equitable technology use; planning and instituting
effective staff development programs; managing resources, including networking
equipment; locating, developing, and coordinating funding sources; and gaining
parent and community support.
Education -- Literacy and Early Education (LEE)
244. Research in Reading Curriculum (3)
Prerequisites: LEE 213, 215, 278, and permission of instructor. Study of
past and current research in reading related to instructional issues; planning
and analysis of curricula in light of current research; application of research
skills. (Formerly T Ed 244)
254. Supervised Field Experiences in Reading (3)
Prerequisite: LEE 224, 244, and permission of instructor. Intensive varied
supervised field experiences in settings with reading specialists, consultants,
or staff development personnel involving diagnosis and treatment of reading
difficulties; development or refinement of reading programs; evaluation
of reading instruction; application of interpersonal communications and
group process skills. (Formerly T Ed 254)
Education -- Educational Leadership (EdL)
201. Organizational Theory in Complex Organizations (3)
Prerequisite: admission to the program. Seminar. Combines alternative views
of organizational theory with applications to the structure of the school;
to critical roles played by teachers, principals and other school personnel;
and to examine the relationships among structural elements of schools.
202. Planning and Changing in Education (3)
Prerequisite: admission to the program. Seminar. Examines strategies for
initiating and institutional izing change in people and organizations, with
particular attention to moral and ethical issues faced by educational leaders.
Attention is given to the development of skills in communicating results
of research and evaluation, critiquing of scholarly and professional writing
and communication of research and technical information.
203. Governance and Political Perspectives for Educational Leadership
(3)
Prerequisite: admission to the program. Seminar. Determinants of policy
in educational organizations and leadership. Analysis of structures used
for legal, fiscal and political decisions and conflict man agement. Role
of the educational leader in relation to intergovernmental activities aimed
at educational reform.
204. Quantitative Methods Applied to Administrative Practice (3)
Prerequisite: ERF 220 or equivalent. A tutor will be available for specific
student need. Seminar. Examines advanced research methodologies and data
analysis techniques applicable to education and social science settings.
Topics include experimental and quasi-experimental design, advanced statistical
techniques, sampling distributions, nonparametric statistics, inference
and hypothesis testing. Specific applications to the work of the education
leader.
205. Families, Communities and Schools in Sociocultural Context (3)
Prerequisite: admission to the program. Seminar. Explores the role of parental
relationships with the schools focusing on representation of culturally
diverse communities, involvement of parents in their children's education,
socialization, and learning processes as related to the transition of children
from home to school.
70. Fortran 77 Programming (2)
Prerequisites: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course; trigonometry. Use of Fortran and C computer languages in
engineering analysis and/or design. A systematic development in program
structure, specification, testing, and debugging. Cannot be taken for credit
if ECE 71 has been taken previously. General Education CORE, Quantitative
Reasoning. (Computer lab fee, $15) (Formerly E E 70)
71. Engineering Computations (3)
Prerequisites: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course; trigonometry. Use of Pascal and Fortran 77 in engineering
analysis and/or design. A systematic development in program structure, specification,
documentation, testing, and debugging. Cannot be taken for credit if ECE
70 has been taken previously. General Education CORE, Quantitative Reasoning.
(Computer lab fee, $15) (Formerly E E 71)
Mechanical Engineering (M E)
180. Special Projects (2)
Prerequisites: senior standing in mechanical engineering, approved subject,
I E 182W. Study of a problem under supervision of a faculty member; final
typewritten report required. Individual project except by special permission
270. Writing Workshop for Teachers (4)
Prerequisites: major or minor in English; permission of instructor. Workshop
emphasizing writing theory. Study of current writing theory and pedagogical
techniques will be integrated with discussions of writing produced during
the course.
281. Current Writing Theory (4)
Prerequisites: major or minor in English; permission of instructor. Designed
to acquaint the student with current key issues in composition theory and
the theoretical implications for course design and pedagogy.
282. Practicum in the Teaching of Writing (1)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Discussion of theoretical issues
as they apply to the writing classroom. Normally taken concurrently with
the composition option teaching requirement. CR/NC grading only.
Ethnic Studies (Af Am) (A I S)
195. Diversity in the United States: Race and Gender Issues (3)
(See CLS 195.) (Formerly Eth S 195)
108. Spatial Analysis in Geographic Information Systems (3)
Prerequisite: Geog 107. Spatial analysis and modeling in a GIS environment.
Spatial geometry, pattern analysis, terrain analysis, path analysis, network
analysis, surface modeling, spatial autocorrelation, spatial regression,
spatial classification, and spatial interpolation. (2 lecture, 4 lab hours)
(Computer lab fee, $15) (Formerly Geog 188T section)
130. Economy Geography (3)
Evolution and change in the location of major economic (agricultural, commercial,
transportation, mineral, and industrial) activities. An examination of the
diverse phenomena that influence the location of economic activities. (Formerly
Geog 3)
176. Geography of the Commonwealth of Independent States (3)
Comprehensive study of the economic, cultural, physical, and political geographic
foundations of the Commonwealth of Independent States, followed by intensive
study of selected regions. General Education CAPSTONE Cluster course.
150. Communication and Aging (3)
(See Spch 150.) (Formerly Spch 188T section)
92. Public Health Statistics (3)
Prerequisites: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course. Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics as
applied to evaluation and research in allied health. Central tendency and
dispersion; central limit theorem; hypothesis testing; ANOVA; correlation,
nonparametric methods. Interpretations of public health statistics. General
Education CORE, Quantitative Reasoning. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
135. European Cultural History (3)
(Deleted.)
135A. European Cultural History (3)
Not open to students with credit in Hist 135. Analysis of European thought
from the Enlightenment to the present. Major movements in philosophy, religion,
literature, art, and architecture; ideologies such as conservatism, liberalism,
socialism, communism, nationalism, racism, and fascism. Emphasis on ideas
of lasting and worldwide influence. "A" section may be taken without
taking "B" section. General Education CAPSTONE Cluster course.
History -- Graduate Courses (Hist)
230. Seminar: Interpretations in Ancient History (3)
Intensive reading and discussion/analysis of significant historical literature
and problems in the history of the ancient Mediterranean, classical Greece,
and Rome.
235. Seminar: Interpretations in Medieval History (3)
Intensive reading and discussion/analysis of significant historical literature
and problems in Medieval history.
242. Seminar: Interpretations in Early Modern European History (3)
Intensive reading and discussion/analysis of significant historical literature
and problems in Early Modern European history, 1450 to 1815.
245. Seminar: Interpretations in Modern European History (3)
Intensive reading and discussion/analysis of significant historical literature
and problems in European history since 1789. (Formerly Hist 240)
250. Seminar: Interpretations in Latin American History (3)
Intensive reading and discussion/analysis of significant historical literature
and problems in Latin American history.
260. Seminar: Interpretations in African History (3)
Intensive reading and discussion/analysis of significant historical literature
and problems in African history.
270. Seminar: Interpretations in Asian History (3)
Intensive reading and discussion/analysis of significant historical literature
and problems in Asian history.
280T. Research Seminar (3)
Prerequisite: 6 units from among Hist 200, 210, 220, 230, 235, 242, 245,
250, 260, and 270 or approval of graduate adviser. The writing of a major
research paper in a seminar setting, based on intensive research. Topics
studied will vary with the instructor. May be repeated for graduate credit
if topics do not overlap.
Linguistics -- Graduate Course (Ling)
251. Seminar in Discourse Analysis (3)
Prerequisite: Ling 100 or equivalent. Exploration and analysis of the functional
and other linguistic basis for the organization of units larger than the
sentence. (Formerly Ling 140T section)
11. Elementary Statistics (3)
Prerequisite: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course. Illustration of statistical concepts: elementary probability
models, sampling, descriptive measures, confidence intervals, testing hypotheses,
chi-square, nonparametric methods, regression. It is recommended that students
with credit in Math 72 or 75 take Math 101. General Education CORE, Quantitative
Reasoning. (CAN STAT 2)
45. What is Mathematics? (3)
Prerequisite: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course. Intended primarily for liberal arts students. Topics: mathematics
and social science, mathematics of shape and growth, statistics, mathematics
of management science and mathematics of computers. General Education CORE,
Quantitative Reasoning.
70. Mathematics for Life Sciences (4)
Prerequisite: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course. Functions and graphs, limits, derivatives, antiderivatives,
differential equations, and partial derivatives with applications in the
Life Sciences. General Education CORE, Quantitative Reasoning.
71. Elementary Mathematical Analysis I (3)
Prerequisite: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course. Review of algebra, real numbers, inequalities, function,
graph, finite induction, limit, differentiation of algebraic functions and
applications to extrema, mean value theorem, I'Hôpital's rule.
75. Mathematical Analysis I (4)
Prerequisite: Students must take the ELM exam. Additionally,beginning in
the fall of 1994, a passing score on the Precalculus Diagnostic Test or
a grade of C or better in Math 6 will be required prior to registration.
Inequalities, functions, graphs, limits, continuity, derivatives, antiderivatives,
the definite integral and applications. General Education CORE, Quantitative
Reasoning. (CAN MATH 18)
134A. Freshman Leadership Laboratory (1; max total 2)
Open to freshman Army ROTC students. Practical work to augment classroom
instruction. Weekly morning laboratories plus one field trip each semester.
Attendance at all functions is voluntary. (Formerly M S 134)
134B. Sophomore Leadership Laboratory (1; max total 2)
Open to sophomore Army ROTC students. Practical work to augment classroom
instruction. Weekly morning laboratories plus one field trip each semester.
Attendance at all functions is voluntary. (Formerly M S 134)
134C. Junior Leadership Laboratory (1; max total 2)
Open to junior Army ROTC students. Practical work to augment classroom instruction.
Weekly morning laboratories plus one field trip each semester. Attendance
at all functions is mandatory. Must be taken each semester a student is
enrolled in the advanced course. (Formerly M S 134)
134D. Senior Leadership Laboratory (1; max total 2)
Open to senior Army ROTC students. Practical work to augment classroom instruction.
Weekly morning laboratories plus one field trip each semester. Attendance
at all functions is mandatory. Must be taken each semester a student is
enrolled in the advanced course. (Formerly M S 134)
142. Advanced Leadership Training (3)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Required course for MS IV cadets.
Instruction focuses on transitioning cadets to lieutenants. Topics include
responsibilities of army officers, army leadership doctrine, and the army
promotion system. Emphasis on skills used early in an officer's career.
Natural Science -- Interdisciplinary Courses (N Sci)
180. Practicum in Secondary Science Teaching (2)
Concurrent enrollment in EHD 155B required; for single subject life/physical
science student teachers. Application of best science teaching research;
practice; emphasis on reflection/discussion of current teaching, effective
management of students/time, authentic assessments, laboratory /curriculum
resources, sheltered techniques, student motivators. (Formerly Biol 280)
Natural Science -- In-Service Course (N Sci)
380T. Topics in Natural Sciences (1-4; max total 6)
Studies in the natural sciences integrating topics from biology, chemistry,
geology, mathematics, physics, and psychology.
130. Intermediate Golf (2)
Prerequisite: PE AC 30 or equivalent. (Approximate course fee, $50) (Formerly
PE AC 130B)
105. Medical Terminology for Health Professionals (2)
Recommended for physical therapy majors, but open to all students. Study
of word parts, definitions, spelling, analysis, synthesis, and use of medical
vocabulary.
110. Patient Advocacy for Health Practitioners (3)
Prerequisite: Psych 10. May be taken concurrently with Psych 166. Recommended
for health professions students, but open to all students. Exploration of
psychosocial and cultural considerations and community resource management
for persons with physical impairment. (Formerly HSW 101)
120. Professional Orientation (1)
An introduction to the professional practice of physical therapy, including
roles and functions within the health care delivery system and professional
responsibilities.
121. Patient Management Skills (3)
Selected theory and clinical application of therapeutic modalities and procedures
in the treatment of physical disabilities, including physical agents, exercise,
and massage. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
123. Introduction to Supervision
for Physical Therapy Services (1)
Prerequisite: Ph Th 120. Principles of delegation of duties in provision
of physical therapy services. Study of the role of the staff therapist in
provision of health care services. (Formerly Ph Th 143)
124. Research Methods in Physical Therapy (2)
Prerequisite: H S 92 or Math 11. Study of research design and critical reading
of research literature.
125. Applied Human Anatomy
of the Musculoskeletal System (4)
Prerequisites: PhyAn 64, 65. Study of the structure and function of the
neuromusculoskeletal systems with emphasis on surface, muscle anatomy and
joint anatomy, nerve and blood supply. Includes dissection lab and prosected
materials. (3 lecture, 3 dissection lab hours)
126. Applied Pathophysiology (4)
Prerequisites: PhyAn 64, 65. Advanced study of physiology of body systems
and responses to normal aging, environmental influences and pathological
dysfunction, including cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, and integumentary
systems. Includes dissection lab and prosected materials. (3 lecture, 3
dissection lab hours)
127. Neuromuscular Processes
in Human Development and Aging (3)
The study of human development from birth to senescence with focus on concepts
of motor and neurological development processes integral to evaluation and
treatment intervention in neurological disability. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
128. Applied Human Anatomy and Biomechanics
of the Neuromusculoskeletal System (2)
Prerequisite: Ph Th 125. Open to physical therapy majors only. Study of
the structure, function and biomechanics of neuromusculoskeletal systems
with emphasis on joints, spine, and gait. Includes dissection lab and prosected
materials. (1 lecture, 3 dissection lab hours) (Formerly Ph Th 116)
130. Evaluation and Clinical Management
of Musculoskeletal Conditions I (4)
A study of musculoskeletal disabilities with emphasis on evaluation techniques,
methods of therapeutic intervention, and program planning. Includes selected
lectures by medical practitioners in the medical-surgical management of
orthopedic conditions. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours)
131. Evaluation and Clinical Management
of Musculoskeletal Conditions II (4)
Prerequisite: Ph Th 130. A continuation of Evaluation and Clinical Management
of Musculoskeletal Conditions I. (3 lecture, 3 lab hours)
132. Evaluation and Clinical Management
of Neurological Systems I (3)
A study of neurological disabilities in therapeutic intervention and program
planning. Includes selected lectures by medical practitioners in the medical-surgical
management of neurological conditions. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
133. Evaluation and Clinical Management
of Neurological Systems II (3)
Prerequisite: Ph Th 132. Continuation of Evaluation and Clinical Management
of Neurological Systems I. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
134. Evaluation and Clinical Management
of Selected Body Systems (3)
Evaluation and therapeutic intervention in the clinical management of normal
and pathological conditions of the cardiopulmonary and other selected body
systems. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
142. Concepts of Patient Compliance (3)
Study of theories and concepts which influence patient management effectiveness
and compliance.
151. Clinical Lab I (1)
Prerequisite: Ph Th 121. Clinical experience under the direct supervision
of academic faculty in selected hospitals. CR/NC grading only.
152. Clinical Lab II (2)
Prerequisite: Ph Th 151. The application of physical therapy skills and
procedures in selected hospitals. CR/NC grading only.
175. Postbaccalaureate Clinical Internship (12)
Prerequisite: Ph Th 152. Final clinical experience for majors. The internship
is 18 weeks of clinical experience at selected hospital settings throughout
the state. Certification of internship completion is required before the
graduate is eligible to take the state examination for licensure. CR/NC
grading only.
180T. Topics in Physical Therapy
(1-3; max total 12 if no topic repeated)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Advanced techniques in physical
therapy and new trends relating to the care of patients.
190. Independent Study (1-3; max see reference)
See Academic Placement -- Independent Study. Approved for SP grading.
Psychology -- Graduate Course (Psych)
42. Introductory Statistics (4)
Prerequisite: Students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course.
231. Ethics in Psychology (3)
(Same as A Eth 200.) Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Study of ethical
issues, values, and problems in psychological research and practice. Topics
include subject risk, confidentiality, court decisions, and licensing laws.
Seminar format with student presentations.
Recreation Administration (RLS)
142. Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation Service (3)
Prerequisites: RLS 55, P E 105. Historical review of therapeutic recreation;
identification of special populations including the study of etiology, characteristics,
ter minology, and support systems; field trips to settings serving the mentally
and physically handicapped, the developmentally disabled, the aged, the
convalescent, and the socially deviant. (Formerly Rec 165; RLS 165)
144A. Methods in Therapeutic Recreation (3)
Prerequisites: RLS 142; RLS 144B concurrently. Analysis and application
of therapeutic recreation techniques, adaptive games, and activities for
atypical populations; appliances, testing, charting, narrative writing,
and leisure counseling. (Formerly Rec 166; RLS 166)
144B. Facilitation Techniques in Therapeutic Recreation (3)
Prerequisites: RLS 142; RLS 144A concurrently. Practical experiences in
applying therapeutic recreation principles and processes. (Formerly Rec
166L; RLS 166L)
192T. Topics in Recreation Administration
(1-3; max total 8 if no topic repeated)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Investigation of selected topics
related to: administration, supervision and leadership in public recreation;
therapeutic re creation; camping; and workshops related to skills in leisure
oriented activities. (For mer Rec 192T)
147. Contemporary Protest Rhetoric (3)
Examination and analysis of significant contemporary protest movements in
the United States. Includes an investigation of rhetorical theories and
practices of protest organizations and control agencies. Analysis of strategies,
outcomes, and implications that influenced American culture will be reflected
in assignments and activities. (Formerly Spch 188T section)
150. Communication and Aging (3)
(Same as Geron 150.) Focusing on the communication aspects of the aging
process, organized around the major communication components of intrapersonal,
interpersonal, and mass communication with addition of such topics as attitudes,
stereotypes, nonverbal, and the communication aspects of health care. (Formerly
Spch 188T section)
115. Dance Laboratory (1; max total 9)
Group laboratory experience in presentation of productions for public performance.
Not available for CR/NC grading.
12. Critical Thinking about Sex and Gender (3)
An introductory course for students who may not have had any formal coursework
in either critical thinking or women's studies. Designed to teach critical
thinking and communication skills, using topics of sex and gender as subject
matter. General Education Core, Critical Thinking.
195. Diversity in the United States: Race and Gender Issues (3)
(See CLS 195.) (Formerly Eth S 195)