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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Course varies from semester to semester, covering diverse topics in specific areas of biology.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Students with interest in independent study of a topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Work is supervised by a faculty member, but does not involve regular class or laboratory hours.
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
An intensive, focused study involving independent research culminating in a written thesis approved by a thesis director and two faculty readers/committee members.
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2.00 Credits
Selected topics in biology. Use of the literature in preparation for advanced course work and BIOL 483. Analyzes the literature, develops a literature review, and develops a thesis proposal. Guest speakers provide additional exposure to major areas of biology.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Explores the rich diversity and ecology of the flora and fauna that inhabit specialized regions of Pennsylvania, the United States, or other countries through various specialized field courses instructed by biology faculty. Emphasizes ecology, behavior, and natural history of organisms in their natural surroundings. Develops a broader understanding of biodiversity conservation, climate change, and sustainable development threats and solutions. Locations may vary; themes may include tropical biodiversity and sustainability, ecology of islands and coastal systems, ecology of tropical montane forests, tropical herpetology, Appalachian biodiversity, and others. Must meet travel and living expenses.
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1.00 - 12.00 Credits
Selected students have the opportunity, under department supervision, to gain off-campus practical experience in area of interest. Only 6cr may be applied toward major; total number of credits is decided in consultation involving student, his/her advisor, and director of internships.
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3.00 Credits
Explores the current American legal system by providing an introduction to a variety of legal topics important to all individuals and businesses. Topics must include sources of law, the court system and basic procedures, tort law, criminal law, and contracts. Topics may also include legal research and intellectual property. Ethical issues and international law are integrated throughout.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the law dealing with commercial paper, agency, partnerships, corporations, and bankruptcy.
Prerequisite:
( BLAW 235 or BL 235 )
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3.00 Credits
Covers the basic theories and strategies of negotiation in the business environment and provides instruction and practice to develop Negotiation skills. Focuses on the knowledge and skills needed in intercompany and intracompany negotiations. Focuses on neither collective bargaining nor labor relations. Open to all majors meeting the prerequisites.
Prerequisite:
( BLAW 235 or BL 235 )
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3.00 Credits
Gives students an understanding of fundamental energy law, including oil and gas law. Includes analysis of natural resource leases and contracts, rights and ownership of the mineral estate, law of capture, contracts, clauses, and covenants of the oil and gas lease, oil and gas operating agreements, title and conveyance of oil and gas leases, pooling and utilization on private and federal lands, easements and right of ways in connection with natural resource exploration, environmental considerations and impacts of natural resource drilling and exploration, the legal structure of the energy industry, (Public Utility Holding Company Act, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) land use restrictions, and eminent domain.
Prerequisite:
BLAW 235
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