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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisite: BIO 290 or BIO 182 with permission of instructor.) Evolutionary biology will emphasize the following topics: the synthesis of evolutionary theory and genetics, population genetics, molecular evolution, mechanisms of evolution, speciation, phylogeny reconstruction and evolutionary history. The laboratory will involve computer simulations, phylogeny reconstruction, readings and a selection experiment. Writing intensive. Offered periodically.
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2.00 Credits
(2 hrs.) (Prerequisite: BIO 292 or permission of instructor) This course will focus on examination of current molecular biology research techniques. The class will be laboratory based and writing intensive. Special emphasis will be placed on methodology and application of specific molecular techniques and essays commonly used in research and clinical environments. Additionally, this course will serve to develop critical analysis skills of current research and provide opportunity to expand in scientific writing, presentation and discussion. Writing intensive. Offered biannually.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) Topics courses are devoted to special subjects that may not be covered in depth in other courses.
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4.00 Credits
(4 hrs.) (Prerequisite: BIO 182 or permission of instructor; lab fee charged) Study of interactions between organisms and their physical, chemical and biological environment. Students analyze the regulatory and evolutionary factors that affect organisms at the population, community and ecosystem level. The laboratory component emphasizes an experimental approach to understanding ecological interactions and develops skills useful for ecological or environmental research. Writing intensive. Offered periodically.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisite: BIO 182, CHM 341; crosslisted as CHM 410) This course blends complex biological and chemical concepts. Advanced problem-solving skills are used to investigate amino acids/proteins, enzymes, protein purification, nucleic acids, flow of genetic information, analysis and cloning of genes, membranes, carbohydrates, and metabolic pathways. Offered periodically.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisite: permission of instructor) Provides opportunities for select junior and senior science majors to participate in a research program in biology under the supervision of a full-time professional scientific investigator in industry or shadow professionals in the student's chosen occupational field. Interns become familiar with all aspects of the research project, including the design, carrying out the research plan and analyzing and reporting the research results. Interns have opportunities to present papers at the Missouri Academy of Science and the Tri-Beta Biological Society meetings. Graded on Pass/Fail basis.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisite: senior standing or permission of instructor) This course assesses the ability of graduating students to assimilate diverse biological information into a meaningful synthesis. Course projects will be tailored to the interests and training of the student. Students work independently during the semester to develop written and oral syntheses of scientific literature to be presented in an open seminar at the end of the semester. Writing intensive. Chemistry Courses
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Open to all students) Examination and application of basic economics and finance principles as they relate to the individual. Topics include: budgets, banking, housing, taxes, insurance and investments.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisites: BUS 171 and sophomore standing; for business, fashion marketing and management, theatre management and equestrian business management majors: MAT 207 or concurrent enrollment; or permission of instructor) A study of the organization, its individuals, technology, planning, and organizing and control policies and procedures. Special attention given to leadership, motivation, communication, group dynamics, decision-making and women in management.
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3.00 Credits
(Credit and prerequisites depend on topic offered.) Topics courses explore current trends or special interests in business. Courses taught in the past under this topic designation include Women in Organizations and Entrepreneurship for Non-Business majors.
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