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ACAD 1013D - Academic Literacy I UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to help students strengthen deficits in reading comprehension skills. Various techniques in developing vocabulary, determining main ideas, increasing reading speed, and other pertinent topics will be included in this course. Required for students whose standardized English Language test score results indicate a need for additional skill development. The semester credit for this course does not apply to credit hours required for graduation.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As needed
Note: This is a Developmental Education course; credit hours not used to meet a graduation requirement.
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ACAD 1023D - Academic Literacy II UG
Credit Hours: 3
Academic Literacy II is designed to prepare students to read college texts. Emphasis is placed on learning and applying study-reading strategies essential to success in academic courses. This course will include written and oral responses to reading materials in both individual, small group, and whole group environments. Required for students whose standardized English Language test score results indicate a need for additional skill development. The semester credit for this course does not apply to credit hours required for graduation.
Prerequisites: Appropriate score on reading placement test, or completion of ACAD 1013D with a grade of “C-” or better.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As needed
Note: This is a Developmental Education course; credit hours not used to meet a graduation requirement.
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ACAD 1210 - Strategies For Learning UG
Credit Hours: 2
Strategies for Learning is a practical course designed to assist students in the acquisition and application of skills and attitudes necessary to reach their educational goals and to succeed in the university setting. Some out-of-class academic development activities may be required. Elective credit. (As Needed)
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As needed
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ACAD 1340 - First Year Seminar UG
Credit Hours: 3
First Year Seminar explores a specific topic while helping students develop foundational skills for academic and personal success, including critical thinking and effective written and oral communication. Students will engage and reflect on complex issues, research open-ended questions, and work closely with classmates on creative projects.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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ACAD 2240 - Peer Leadership UG
Credit Hours: 2
This is a unique class designed to provide a forum for the training of the Peer Leaders for the First Year Seminar. Discussion will revolve around topics such as styles and skills of leadership, small group facilitation, learning strategies, collaborative learning techniques, student development theories, and other related issues.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As needed
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ACCT XX99 - Special Topics UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: As needed
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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ACCT 4X88 - Internship UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
A pre-approved and supervised work experience designed to supplement academic training. Credit may be granted for one, two, or three semester hours. A student completing a dual concentration could be eligible for an internship in each concentration; however, a separate internship work experience would be required for each concentration. Interested students should discuss this course with the instructor.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
When Offered: As needed
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ACCT 4X95 - Independent Studies UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
A study program arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.
Prerequisites: Senior standing and consent of the Dean.
When Offered: By arrangement
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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ACCT 2310 - Financial Accounting UG
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to accounting as a device for reporting business activity. The underlying principles of accounting are studied in addition to the construction and interpretation of financial statements as they apply to corporations.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring, Fall
TCCN: (TCCN ACCT 2301)
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ACCT 3303 - Accounting Systems UG
Credit Hours: 3
A study of information systems and of their role in the performance of the accounting function in business organizations; patterns of flow of accounting data and information in business; the principle of internal control; the use of computers in accounting information.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall odd years)
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ACCT 3305 - Managerial Accounting UG
Credit Hours: 3
The managerial uses of accounting data; analysis and interpretation of accounting reports; cost control, and methods of measuring performance. May not be used to complete degree requirements in Accounting concentration.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring, Summer II)
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ACCT 3307 - Fund Accounting UG
Credit Hours: 3
The application of accounting principles to governmental units, other not-for-profit institutions. A presentation of “fund” accounting including budgets and reports.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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ACCT 3311 - Intermediate Accounting I UG
Credit Hours: 3
The development of accounting theory with emphasis given to generally accepted accounting principles as applied to the balance sheet, the income and retained earnings statements, the recording process, current assets, current liabilities, and long- term investments.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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ACCT 3312 - Intermediate Accounting II UG
Credit Hours: 3
A continuation of accounting theory as applied to plant and equipment, intangible assets, long-term liabilities, capital stock, retained earnings, and statement analysis.
Prerequisites: ACCT 3311 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
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ACCT 3325 - International Accounting UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides a general understanding of accounting standards and financial reporting practices, both internal and external, in a global setting. The course covers various international accounting theories and practices in order to provide students with necessary skills for analyzing and interpreting consolidated financial statements presented by multinational and transnational corporations.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (As needed)
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ACCT 3330 - Cost Accounting UG
Credit Hours: 3
Applications of concepts of cost and managerial accounting in providing cost data for planning and controlling routine manufacturing, productive and supporting operations, The course emphasizes the relevance of cost concepts to modern decision tools.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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ACCT 3370 - Introduction To Taxation UG
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the taxation of individuals and entrepreneurs. Included are the tax formula, taxable and nontaxable income, deductions and losses, certain business expenses, and self-employed expenses.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall even years)
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ACCT 4360 - Advanced Topics In Taxation UG
Credit Hours: 3
Advanced phases of taxation to include; fiduciary, partnership and corporate problems. Also covers estate and gift taxation.
Prerequisites: ACCT 3370 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring)
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ACCT 4365 - Federal Tax Research UG
Credit Hours: 3
Fundamentals of research procedures used to identify tax issues, locate and evaluate diverse sources of authority, reach conclusions, and make recommendations. The course places an emphasis on the use of online databases and computerized research tactics. Also covers ethical issues and professional responsibility of tax return preparers.
Prerequisites: ACCT 3370 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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ACCT 4370 - Topics in Advanced Accounting UG
Credit Hours: 3
Accounting theory as applied to partnerships, bankruptcy, multinational transactions, and derivative instruments . Includes research project(s) using FASB Codification and other authoritative sources.
Prerequisites: ACCT 3312 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Fall)
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ACCT 4371 - Advanced Accounting UG
Credit Hours: 3
Accounting theory as applied to combined corporate entities. Includes research project(s) using FASB Codification and other authoritative sources.
Prerequisites: ACCT 3312 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring odd years)
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ACCT 4390 - Auditing Theory and Practice UG
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to audit theory and the nature of auditing. Emphasis on understanding the accounting profession and the relationship between the firm, the auditor, and external users of financial statements; as well as, developing the skills and knowledge to become an auditor.
Prerequisites: ACCT 3303 .
Corequisites: ACCT 3312 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: (Spring even years)
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ACCT 5310 - Topics in Advanced Accounting GR
Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces accounting theory as applied to partnerships bankruptcy, multinational transactions and derivative instruments. The course includes research projects using Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Codification and other authoritative sources.
Prerequisites: ACCT 2310 and ACCT 3303 and ACCT 3311 and ACCT 3312 and ACCT 4390 and admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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ACCT 5320 - Advanced Cost Accounting GR
Credit Hours: 3
This course presents advanced topics on the use of accounting information for decision-making, including planning and control, cost-determination and evaluation, budgeting, performance measurement systems, and qualitative techniques.
Prerequisites: ACCT 3330 or equivalent and admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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ACCT 5325 - Federal Tax Research GR
Credit Hours: 3
Fundamentals of research procedures used to identify tax issues, locate and evaluate diverse sources of authority, reach conclusions, and make recommendations. The course places an emphasis on the use of online databases and computerized research tactics. Also covers ethical issues and professional responsibility of tax return preparers.
Prerequisites: ACCT 3370 or equivalent and admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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ACCT 5330 - Data Analytics and Advanced Accounting Information Systems GR
Credit Hours: 3
This applied course provides a deeper analysis of topics that are not extensively covered in Accounting Systems (ACCT 3303 ), with emphasis on business processing systems, revenue and expenditure transaction cycles, the information system control structure, and the Systems Development Life cycle (SLDC).
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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ACCT 5335 - Internal Auditing GR
Credit Hours: 3
This applied course introduces students to the internal audit profession and process, including the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and international Professional Practice Frameworks (IPPF), implementation and review of key controls, and review of business processes. This is the first course in the audit track.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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ACCT 5340 - Accounting for Government and Non-Profit Entities GR
Credit Hours: 3
Students will gain an understanding of the unique facets of accounting for state and local government and not-for-profit entities. Topics include sources of government and not-for-profit GAAP, use of fund accounting, content and organization of governmental and not-for-profit financial statements.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
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ACCT 5345 - Ethical and Legal Environment of Accounting GR
Credit Hours: 3
This course develops the ethical analysis framework required of public accountants given their obligation to protect the public interest. This course meets the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy ethics education requirement.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As needed
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ACCT 5350 - Business Law for Accountants GR
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides applications of basic legal principles to contracts, sales, insurance, commercial paper, agencies, business organizations, real property, personal property, trade regulation, secured transactions, and bankruptcy.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
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ACCT 5360 - Contemporary Issues in Accounting Theory GR
Credit Hours: 3
This course uses the conceptual framework as a basis for developing accounting standards. Students will examine recent and proposed changes to standards as well as case studies applying the standards. Topics may include lease accounting, accounting for income taxes, postretirement benefits or revenue recognition, and may change annually. This course is taken during the final semester of the Master of Accountancy degree program.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Summer
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ACCT 5388 - Accounting Internship GR
Credit Hours: 3
A pre-approved and supervised work experience designed to supplement academic training.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
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ACCT 5399 - Special Topics in Graduate Accounting GR
Credit Hours: 3
This course will vary dependent on student needs, but will be designed to provide training to meet professional requirements for students to become CPAs.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: As needed
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ACCT 6325 - Advanced Taxation GR
Credit Hours: 3
Advanced phases of taxation to include fiduciary, partnership and corporate problems. Also covers estate and gift taxation. This is the first course in the Tax track.
Prerequisites: ACCT 3370 or equivalent and admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
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ACCT 6335 - Advanced Techniques in Auditing and Assurance GR
Credit Hours: 3
Using a case-study framework, this course provides a deeper examination of audit topics that are not extensively covered in Auditing Theory and Practice (ACCT 4390 ), including the professional standards, control environment, sampling techniques, auditing techniques, and Computer- Assisted Auditing Techniques. This is the second course in the Auditing track.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
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ACCT 6360 - Accounting Capstone: Preparing for the Profession GR
Credit Hours: 3
This capstone course prepares students for accounting careers through (1) exposing them to the content and the nature of the Uniform CPA examination and (2) identifying and examining characteristics of successful accountants. This course is taken during the final semester of the Master of Accountancy degree program.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Accountancy program.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Summer
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ARTS XX99 - Special Topics UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden departmental curriculum, to meet student demand, to observe special departmental curriculum, or to observe special events.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: As needed
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Course Fee: A materials fee may be charged for this course.
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ARTS 4X95 - Independent Studies UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
A study program arranged between an advanced student and the instructor to provide intensive study in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the advanced student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule for frequent consultation and a means of measuring progress.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: By arrangement
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Course Fee: A materials fee may be charged for this course.
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ARTS 4X96H - Honors Tutorial UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
An in-depth study, which may be related to an upper-level art course, taken with concurrent enrollment, or after successful completion of the course. The Honors Tutorial may be repeated for credit, not to exceed 4 hours of combined credit. Honors students should complete the Honors Tutorial the semester prior to the Honors Thesis, ART 4X97.
When Offered: As needed
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ARTS 4X97H - Honors Thesis UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
This course represents the senior project for honors students in the Art Department. Following completion of the Honors Tutorial, the student will design, execute and present orally, and in writing, a research project which explores an issue or concept in Art.
When Offered: As needed
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ARTS 1300 - Exploring the Visual Arts UG
Credit Hours: 3
A required course for BFA, BA, and Art Minor, fulfills general education requirements in Fine arts. This course is for any student interested in visual cultural enrichment. It is an overview of how to look at art and a basic understanding of what is involved in the creation, analysis and appreciation of any particular work of art. Examples of art from around the world and from the past to present will be studied in image-based lectures, discussions, demonstrations, hands-on activities and field trips to art galleries and museums.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 1301)
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ARTS 1310 - Elements of Design I UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required for BFA, BA, Art Minor. A foundation course for all Art majors and minors. The basic concepts of composition and relationships of space, form, light, color, shape and texture are explored in assignments. The students will critique and evaluate their de- signs. The students will recognize composition, art element, and principles used by other artists.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Fall, Spring
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 1311)
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ARTS 1313 - Basic Pottery UG
Credit Hours: 3
Fulfills general education requirement for fine arts. Required for BFA, BA, and minor in Art. The study of line, form, space, texture, and the art principles applied to ceramics. An introduction to ceramic processes and personal self-expression, to include image based lecture, slides, field trips, demonstrations, and studio work. Students will evaluate their art and research and respond to, historic and contemporary works of art made using ceramics. Basic techniques in the use of clay, including hand-building, throwing on the potter’s wheel, glazing and firing, will be covered.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 2346)
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ARTS 2300 - Fundamentals of Drawing (Drawing I) UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required for BFA, BA optional for minor in Art. This basic art course explains visual awareness and prepares the student to solve problems in drawing. Technical skill are developed in the use of black and white media, linear and aerial perspective, shading, proportion, texture and structure analysis.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 1316)
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ARTS 2301 - Art History I UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required for BFA, optional elective for BA. Survey of Western European and non-European art history from Pre- historic to Gothic: painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative art forms typical of each period - and their artistic significance - as records of the spiritual and social evolution of hu- mankind. Image-based lectures, discussions, quizzes, exams, DVD’s/videos, field trips to museums and galleries.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1300 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall even years
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 1303)
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ARTS 2302 - Art History II UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required course for BFA, choice for BA. Survey of Western European and non-European art history from proto-Renaissance to Mod- ern times: painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative art forms typical of each period - and their artistic significance - as records of the spiritual and social evolution of humankind. Image-based lectures, discussions, quizzes, exams, DVD’s/ videos, field trips to museums and galleries.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1300
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring even years
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 1304)
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ARTS 2304 - Creative Drawing (Drawing II) UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required for BFA, optional for minor in Art, optional elective for BA. This course teaches creative and expressive use of the technical skills learned in Fundamentals of Drawing (Drawing I). A variety of drawing media is used to further develop the conceptual and aesthetic aspects of students’ drawings.
Prerequisites: ARTS 2300 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Fall
Course Fee: Course fees apply.
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 1317)
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ARTS 2310 - Painting I UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required for BFA, BA, optional for minor in Art. Emphasis on fundamentals of painting techniques, stretching canvases, composition, color, spatial illusion, and study of artists related to studio problems. Expressive interpretation in acrylic from still life, landscape, abstraction and/or non-objective. Lectures, images, slides, videos, studio work, critiques, field trips and demonstration are involved in this painting course.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1310 , or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring
Course Fee: Course fees apply.
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 2316)
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ARTS 2314 - Techniques in Handbuilding (Ceramics II) UG
Credit Hours: 3
An investigation of slab, pinch, coil and other alternative methods to the potter’s wheel, to develop forms and textures in functional and sculptural forms. Lectures, images, studio work, research and critiques are involved in this pottery course.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1313 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring
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ARTS 2315 - Photoshop I UG
Credit Hours: 3
A studio course designed to introduce languages and methods of using the computer to generate original and creative images. The course explores alternative image making and problem solving using Macintosh computer programs as applied to the visual arts. Photoshop will be used to manipulate images, sizing documents for print and create digital art. These images as communication will be emphasized while introducing basic Photoshop tools and techniques.
Prerequisites: MMAP 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Fall
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
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ARTS 2321 - Three-Dimensional Design UG
Credit Hours: 3
Study of line, form, space and texture in three-dimensional materials and concepts. Study of artists related to class studio problems, through slides, lectures, critiques, videos, field trips to museums and galleries.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1310 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring odd years
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 2311)
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ARTS 2323 - Fundamentals of Photography (Photography I) UG
Credit Hours: 3
The introduction to the use of 35mm single lens reflex cameras. Visual and technical aspects of photography emphasized. Extensive instruction on darkroom procedures culminating in the preparation of a student photographic portfolio of photographs taken and printed during the class. Lecture and lab 6 hours a week.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Fall
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
TCCN: (TCCN ARTS 2356)
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ARTS 2330 - Beginning Digital Photography (Photography II) UG
Credit Hours: 3
The introduction to the use of the DSLR camera and the realm of digital photography. The student will become proficient in the technical aspect of photographing and working with those images including digital editing, resolution, saving, sizing, posting and printing of those images. The student will experience extensive instruction on digital procedures and manipulation, field trips and shooting excursions, editing and critiques which will culminate in the presentation of a student portfolio and participation in the student art competition. The student will supply his own DSLR, memory cards, and batteries.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Spring
Course Fee: Course fees apply.
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ARTS 3305 - Photoshop II UG
Credit Hours: 3
A studio course designed to advance students in the usage, languages and methods of using computer generated images. The course explores advertising, print design and layout problem solving using Macintosh computer programs as applied to the visual arts. Photoshop will be used to generate images. The images will communicate the principles and elements of design as they pertain to advertising.
Prerequisites: ARTS 2315 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Spring
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
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ARTS 3310 - Life Drawing I UG
Credit Hours: 3
Drawing of the human figure in a variety of media. Problems in construction and composition of the figure, drawing from skeleton and live models.
Prerequisites: ARTS 2300 or ARTS 2304 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring even years
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ARTS 3313 - Techniques in Wheel Throwing (Ceramics III) UG
Credit Hours: 3
A refining of the basic skills in the use of the potter’s wheel learned in Basic Pottery. The students should learn the importance of form to function and decoration and aesthetic judgments. Lectures, slides, videos, studio work, critiques and demonstration are involved in this pottery course.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1313 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring
Course Fee: Course fees apply.
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ARTS 3315 - Ceramic Sculpture (Ceramics IV) UG
Credit Hours: 3
The use of clay as a sculptural media not associated with the “vessel” tradition. Contemporary use of clay to include a variety of firing, glazing and alternative finishing techniques. Study of artists related to class studio problems, through slides, lectures, critiques, videos, field trips to museums and galleries.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1313 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
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ARTS 3320 - Life Drawing II UG
Credit Hours: 3
Drawing of the human figure in a variety of media. Problems in construction and composition of the figure, drawing from skeleton and live models.
Prerequisites: ARTS 2300 or ARTS 2304 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring even years
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ARTS 3321 - Painting II; Still Life Painting UG
Credit Hours: 3
Designed to give students a thorough knowledge of the procedures in depicting form, volume, the illusion of space and depth, and the behavior of color, value, and texture under controlled studio lighting. Emphasis is placed on a strong composition, emotional impact, communication of ideas, creating a mood, and the congruity of technique.
Prerequisites: ARTS 2310 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Fall
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ARTS 3322 - Modern Art History UG
Credit Hours: 3
Survey covering pre-Modern to Contemporary Art: European and non-European artists, architects, and others of international importance who are typical of a multitude of art movements around the world - and their artistic significance - as records of aesthetic expression of humankind. Image-based lectures, discussions, videos and field trips to museums and galleries.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1300 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring odd years
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ARTS 3323 - Non-European Art UG
Credit Hours: 3
See 3322 . Creates a cultural bridge to better understanding of some ancient and emerging nations in the changing world. Includes art of Asia, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas. Also includes recent archaeological finds, contemporary trends and past histories that have already influenced the art of Western Civilization in image-based lectures, discussions, videos and field trips to museum and galleries.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1300 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall odd years
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ARTS 3325 - Darkroom Photography UG
Credit Hours: 3
The introduction to the use of 35mm single lens reflex cameras. Visual and technical aspects of photography emphasized. Extensive instruction on darkroom procedures culminating in the preparation of a student photographic portfolio of photographs taken and printed during the class. Lecture and lab 6 hours a week. A materials fee is charged for this course.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: (Fall)
Course Fee: $125
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ARTS 3328 - Advanced Photography (Photography III) UG
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture and lab 6 hours a week.
Prerequisites: ARTS 2323 , ARTS 2330 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Fall
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
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ARTS 3334 - Desktop Publishing UG
Credit Hours: 3
A studio course designed to address the creation of print published mate- rials. The course will emphasize developing layout and design skills for newspaper, direct-mail, magazine, brochure, web de- sign, PDF, and book publishing. Adobe InDesign and Photoshop are used.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
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ARTS 3336 - Illustration I (Logo Design) UG
Credit Hours: 3
A studio course designed to address two topics in graphic design. (1)) Computer illustration - logos, fonts, and symbol systems. (2) Packaging - retail, grocery, and clothing packages.
Prerequisites: MMAP 2310 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
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ARTS 3340 - Painting III Advanced Painting UG
Credit Hours: 3
An advanced study of aesthetic principles, composition and color. Emphasis on conceptual development with more individual choice of pictorial interpretation. Course includes study techniques and images of famous and regional painters through image/ lectures, CD roms, discussion videos and field trips to museums and galleries.
Prerequisites: ARTS 2310 or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring
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ARTS 3345 - Illustration II (Package Design) UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to address four topics in graphic design and is the second part of ARTS 3336 . This course will address package design for retail, grocery, and clothing. The graphics will communicate the principles and elements of design as they pertain to packaging. This course will work with vector and raster graphics within the adobe programs.
Prerequisites: ARTS 3336 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Spring even years
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
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ARTS 3360 - Secondary School Art UG
Credit Hours: 3
Students will develop: insight into the appreciation of historical and contemporary art; develop skills in selective art media; become familiar with child development in art and with art terminology; and learn how to motivate, guide, evaluate and exhibit 5-12 grade students’ art works.
Prerequisites: Suggested ARTS 3370 .
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring
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ARTS 3370 - Elementary School Art UG
Credit Hours: 3
Students will develop: insight into the appreciation of historical and contemporary art; develop skills in selective art media; become familiar with child development in art and with art terminology; and learn how to motivate, guide, evaluate and exhibit EC-6 grade students’ art works.
Prerequisites: Suggested ARTS 1300 .
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Fall
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ARTS 3390 - Gallery Practices UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course includes 70 clock hours of gallery internship. Students will explore art careers, especially in gallery and museum settings, as well as, become familiarized students with professional display of their art work. Students will gain hands-on experience in curating art exhibits, hanging shows, labeling, lighting, hosting, and publicizing exhibits at McMurry University’s Amy Graves Ryan Fine Art Gallery and area galleries and museums.
Prerequisites: Sophomore or Junior status.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
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ARTS 3391 - Jewelry Design UG
Credit Hours: 3
Optional advanced art elective for BFA, BA, and Art minors. Optional art concentration area for BFA. The design and construction of contemporary jewelry and study of historical designs and usage. Processes include fabrication and casting. Emphasis placed on originality and craftsmanship.
Prerequisites: Suggested ARTS 2321 .
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring even years
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ARTS 4180 - Senior Exhibition UG
Credit Hours: 1
All BFA studio art and graphic design seniors are required to complete a senior art exhibition. This course is suggested for BA art majors and is optional for art minors.
Prerequisites: ARTS 4390 or permission or instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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ARTS 4313 - Clay and Glaze Calculation and Kilnbuilding (Ceramics V) UG
Credit Hours: 3
The students will learn to calculate glazes and clay bodies to achieve specific results. The students will develop a notebook and examples of raku, cone 05, cone 6, and cone 10 glazes and clay bodies. The student will become aware of the uses of the individual minerals that comprise a glaze, clay body and their function. The student will gain a more thorough understanding of the firing processes by firing bisque, raku, lowfire, cone 6, and cone kilns.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1313 .
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 6
When Offered: Spring odd years
Course Fee: A materials fee is charged for this course.
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ARTS 4335 - Painting IV Special Topics UG
Credit Hours: 3
Designed to give students a thorough knowledge of the procedures in depicting form, volume, the illusion of space and depth, and the behavior of color, value, and texture under controlled studio lighting, painting from a model and through painting on location. Emphasis is placed on a strong composition, emotional impact, communication of ideas, creating a mood, capturing a likeness, and the congruity of technique. Various painting media will be explored. This course may be repeated as topics change.
Prerequisites: ARTS 1310 and ARTS 2310 or permission of instructor. Suggested prerequisite is ARTS 3310 or ARTS 3320 (life drawing).
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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ARTS 4360 - Brand & Portfolio Development UG
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to address print media for corporate and small business. This course is a two part advanced course in graphic design. (Part 1) Computer Illustration including logo design, typography, page layout, advertising design, corporate identity package. (Part 2) Personal portfolio development with individual identity package, web design, and print portfolio for upper level students. This is a Capstone course.
Prerequisites: ARTS 3305 and ARTS 3334 and ARTS 3336
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Spring odd years
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ARTS 4390 - Professional Practices/Internship UG
Credit Hours: 3
Required for BA and BFA art majors. This course includes 50 hours of art internship. Senior art students are prepared for a professional exhibition of his/her art work. It also prepares the student for job interviews, opening a private studio, applying to graduate school and entering professional competitions. The internship hours in this course provides opportunity for students to gain actual experience through on-the- job assignments in an art or graphics related concern or business.
Prerequisites: ARTS 3330, MMAP 2310 , senior standing, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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BIED 3301 - Advanced Conversation and Phonetics UG
Credit Hours: 3
Designed to strengthen speaking skills and oral comprehension. Oral practice is based in part on dramatic readings in class. (Required for Bilingual Education Generalist EC-6)
Prerequisites: SPAN 2320 .
Cross-Listed: Crosslisted as SPAN 3301
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring odd years
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BIED 3331 - Grammar and Composition UG
Credit Hours: 3
An in-depth study of the grammatical structure of Spanish with emphasis on idiomatic expressions, syntax and the development of an individual literary style. (Required for Bilingual Education Generalist EC-6)
Prerequisites: SPAN 2320
Cross-Listed: Crosslisted as SPAN 3331
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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BIED 3336 - Hispanic Culture and Civilization UG
Credit Hours: 3
A study of Iberian and Spanish American patterns of civilization. Key aspects of Hispanic history, economy, art, political life, and cultural topography are studied.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2320 , SPAN 3331 or departmental approval.
Cross-Listed: Crosslisted as SPAN 3336
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall odd years
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BIMS 4X91 - Advanced Topics in Microbiology and Public Health UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
An elective course designed to discuss and explore specialized topics in microbiology and/or public health with special attention to health- and disease. Potential courses include Epidemiology, Medical Microbiology, immunology, Virology, Bacterial Physiology, Food Microbiology, and other specialized courses.
Prerequisites: BIMS 3410 , and other courses as appropriate to the topic offered.
When Offered: As needed
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BIMS 4X92 - Advanced Topics in Molecular Biology and Genetics UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
An elective course designed to discuss and explore specialized topics in molecular biology and/or genetics with special attention to health and disease. Potential courses include Advanced Genetics, Genetic Engineering, Cell Signaling Mechanisms, Bioinformatics, Cancer Biology, and other specialized courses.
Prerequisites: BIOL 3460 , and other courses as appropriate to the topic offered.
When Offered: As needed
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BIMS 1300 - Scientific Thought UG
Credit Hours: 3
Satisfies Critical Reasoning requirement of General Education. An introduction to the processes of observation, thought, analysis, and reasoning that are common to science, with an eye toward how these skills apply to games and life decisions. Various approaches to study of a problem, evaluation of results, and ethical decision-making are emphasized. Knowledge and skills are illustrated in student-designed games completed as course projects.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
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BIMS 2105 - Medical Terminology I UG
Credit Hours: 1
A study and practical application of a medical vocabulary system. Includes structure, recognition, analysis, definition, spelling, pronunciation, and combination of medical terms from prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms.
Prerequisites: None.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIMS 3205 - Medical Terminology II UG
Credit Hours: 2
A continuation of Medical Terminology I. Topics include structure, recognition, analysis, definition, spelling, pronunciation, and combination of medical terms from prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms as they relate to body systems, including disorders and diseases.
Prerequisites: BIMS 2105 .
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIMS 3350 - Cell Biology UG
Credit Hours: 3
A study of biology at the cellular level. This course is concerned with the anatomy and physiology of eukaryotic cells. Topics will include cellular organization and the processes involved in membrane support, energy production and conservation, macromolecular synthesis and processing, the cell cycle, and cell signaling.
Prerequisites: BIOL 1306 and BIOL 1106 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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BIMS 3410 - Microbiology UG
Credit Hours: 4
This is a required course for majors in Biomedical Science. An introduction to the morphology, physiology, genetics, growth, pathogenicity, and control of microbes, and also immunological interactions between microbes and man.
Prerequisites: BIOL 1306 , BIOL 1106 , and eight hours of Chemistry.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Fall
Note: Concurrent enrollment in lab BIMS 3410L required.
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BIMS 3430 - Human Physiology UG
Credit Hours: 4
Designed for majors and minors. A study of the function and chemistry of organ systems of the human body using experimental approaches and computer simulations.
Prerequisites: BIOL 1306 , BIOL 1106 , BIOL 1307 , BIOL 1107 , or BIOL 2401 , BIOL 2402 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Spring
Note: Concurrent enrollment in lab BIMS 3430L required.
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BIMS 4150 - Molecular Biology Laboratory UG
Credit Hours: 1
An introduction to basic molecular techniques used for the study of DNA, RNA, and proteins. Methods will be taught through experimental approaches, culminating in the reporting of the findings in a scientific format.
Prerequisites: Completion of (or concurrent enrollment in) BIMS 4350 , or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Fall
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BIMS 4201 - BIMS Capstone Experience UG
Credit Hours: 2
This course is one of the capstone options required for the B. S. in Biomedical Science major. Participation in a capstone experience in the biological sciences, which integrates knowledge from course work and culminates in observations, data handling, and analysis to be used for completing a writing assignment in BIOL 4101 . Capstone experiences may consist of original research, summer research experiences, or other appropriate activities.
Prerequisites: Senior standing and completion of BIMS required courses, or approval of the Department.
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIMS 4350 - Molecular Biology UG
Credit Hours: 3
A study of biology at the molecular level. Special emphasis is placed on molecular events in such processes such as gene expression, gene regulation, genetic control of development, and methods for analysis of cellular molecules.
Prerequisites: BIOL 1306 , BIOL 1106 , and either BIMS 3410 , BIOL 3460 or HHSC 3440 .
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
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BIOL XX99 - Special Topics UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
Designed for majors. A course of study offered occasionally to groups of students to broaden department curriculum, to meet student demand, or to observe special events.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: As needed
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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BIOL 4X88 - Biology Internship UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
This course is required for graduation with the BS Biology, BS Biomedical Science, BS Environmental Science and BS Life Sciences in lieu of completing the capstone course (BIOL 4201 or BIMS 4201 or BIOL 4X97*
Prerequisites: Senior standing, successful completion of the Junior Exam for the student’s major, permission of the internship supervising instructor, and approval by the Chair of Biology.
When Offered: As needed
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BIOL 4X91 - Advanced Topics in Botany UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
This course is designed to discuss and explore specialized topics in botany. Potential courses include Medical Botany, Plant Anatomy and Physiology, Paleobotany, Economic Botany, and other specialized courses.
Prerequisites: BIOL 1306 , BIOL 1106 , BIOL 1307 , and BIOL 1107 .
When Offered: As needed
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BIOL 4X92 - Advanced Topics in Zoology UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
This course is designed to discuss and explore specialized topics in zoology. Potential courses include entomology, invertebrate biology, mammalogy, ornithology, and other specialized courses.
Prerequisites: BIOL 1306 , BIOL 1106 , BIOL 1307 , and BIOL 1107 .
When Offered: As needed
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BIOL 4X95 - Independent Studies UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
Designed for majors. A study program or research arranged between an advanced student and an instructor to provide intensive study or investigation in a particular area of interest. The course includes a definition of goals appropriate for the student, ways of attaining those goals, a schedule of frequent consultation, and means of measuring progress.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: As needed
Repeatable for Credit: May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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BIOL 4X96* - Biology Honors Research UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
Designed for Biology Honors participants. This course provides opportunities for investigations related to an upper- level biology course (with current enrollment) or as a separate independent study.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: As needed
Repeatable for Credit: This course may be repeated.
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BIOL 4X97* - Biology Honors Thesis UG
Credit Hours: Variable Credit
Designed for Biology Honors participants. This course provides an opportunity to pursue a research topic under the direction of a biology faculty member, resulting in a final presentation to an appropriate audience.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
When Offered: As needed
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BIOL 1106 - General Biology I Lab UG
Credit Hours: 1
Intended for Biology, Biomedical Science, Environmental Science and Life Science majors. A survey at the laboratory level of the major physical, chemical, and biological processes important to living organisms.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 1306 .
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Fall
TCCN: (TCCN BIOL 1106)
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BIOL 1107 - General Biology II Lab UG
Credit Hours: 1
Intended for Biology, Biomedical Science, Environmental Science and Life Science majors, and Biology minors. An introductory survey at the laboratory level of current biological concepts including evolution, biological diversity, ecology and structure and function of organisms.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 1307 .
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Spring
TCCN: (TCCN BIOL 1107)
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BIOL 1306 - General Biology I UG
Credit Hours: 3
A survey of Biology from molecules to cells. Intended for Biology, Biomedical Science, Environmental Science and Life Science majors, and Biology minors. Topics include biological molecules, metabolism, macromolecular synthesis, cell structure and function, cell division, gene structure and function, and patterns of inheritance.
Prerequisites: none.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
TCCN: (TCCN BIOL 1306)
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