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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on the evolutionary adaptation of physiology to the problems posed by the biophysical extremes of this world including warm deserts, arctic and alpine environments, freshwater and saline wetlands, deep sea environments, and human-disturbed environments. Although topics represent the extremes of this world, an important message is that all environments are variable and the rules at the extremes apply everywhere-life is always at the edge. The course includes a project-oriented lab that uses methods available to teach the processes of physiological inquiry described in this course. Prerequisites: BIOL 261 or instructor's permission. 2 hours lecture. 6 hours laboratory. 4 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course is a comprehensive study of the microscopic and submicroscopic structure of mammalian tissues. Emphasis is also placed on the function of cellular structures and recent research findings in the area of cell biology. Enrollment is limited to those with an undergraduate degree in biology or matriculants in the graduate program in physical therapy. Undergraduate biology majors may enroll with permission of the chair of biology. 3 hours lecture. 7 three-hour laboratories. 3 semester hours
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1.00 Credits
Development of a research proposal for senior thesis. Proposal must be approved by a thesis committee for successful completion of the proposal. Prerequisites: BIOL 262 and 297 or 299. 1 semester hour
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3.00 Credits
Independent biological research based on a proposal developed in BIOL 408. Prerequisite: Biol 408. 2 semester hours each
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4.00 Credits
Alecture and laboratory course in microbial ecology and applied microbiology. The role of microorganisms in the environment is studied with emphasis on their roles in the biogeochemical cycles of the elements essential for life. Applied topics such as the microbiology of foods, fermentation, antibiotic production, and other industrial processes are discussed. The laboratory involves the study of microorganisms isolated from various environmental samples. Prerequisite: BIOL 261 and CHEM 255, 257. 8 hours weekly. 2 hours lecture. 6 hours laboratory. 4 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This subject-related work experience or other activity is offered only upon special application from the student and a supervising faculty member. Approval must be obtained in advance from the biology faculty and requires a specific outline of work to be done; the nature and extent of its academic relevance; and the academic and special preparation of the student for the proposed activity. Written approval must be obtained from the employer/ sponsor, and arrangements must be made for regular contact between the student and the supervising faculty member. The student is responsible for making all arrangements. Afinal report must be submitted upon completion of the activity, and a pass/ fail grade will be assigned. The number of semester hours earned will depend on the extent of the approved activity (12 semester hours corresponds to full-time work for a semester). Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, a GPA of at least 2.5 both in the major and cumulative in all courses, and approval of both the academic advisor of the student and the head of the Science Division. 3-12 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This is an individual investigation of a problem in biology. Lab work, computation, readings, and orals as appropriate. Scope, topic, and prerequisites to be arranged individually. Credit to be arranged
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to supplement BLAW 150 in providing the necessary legal education for the accounting major, and is also highly suggested for all other students, especially other business majors. The course covers many of those legal areas that affect a business in daily operations. Among the topics included are an in-depth treatment of contract law, the Uniform Commercial Code, and debtor-creditor relationships. The course is offered only in the spring semester. Prerequisites: Secondsemester freshman standing. Students interested in taking the CPA exam should take this course. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course includes an analysis of the legal process within the sport enterprise. A historical overview of the changes in sport law and the factors that have influenced them are discussed. Additionally, there is an in-depth analysis of contract law, tort law, constitutional law, administrative law, antitrust law, labor law, collective bargaining, and arbitration as it relates to sports. Issues dealing with both amateur and professional athletics are included. Among the more recent developments being studied are discrimination in amateur athletics and the role of free agency in professional sports. The approach used includes lectures, discussions, class presentations, guest lectures, filmstrips, and possible field trips. An emphasis is to be placed on conveying to the student an understanding of the role of the law in sports and not on replacing the role of the attorney with self-representation. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed as a supplement to the criminal justice curriculum. It is a required course for the Certificate of Accounting for criminal justice majors. Students become familiar with areas of the law that may affect them in the everyday rigors of their profession. The course begins with an in-depth analysis of the Constitution and the potential violations of rights that could occur. A discussion of various aspects of the law as they affect today's businesses follow. Included is a review of the law of business organizations, employment law, consumer protection, antitrust law, securities regulations, and environmental protections. Aspects of the UCC that might have an impact on the criminal justice major, such as the Law of Sales and Negotiable Instruments, is also considered. Emphasis is placed on the legal and ethical ramifications of the above topics by using classroom methods that include lectures, discussions, roleplays, and debates. Prerequisite: none. 3 semester hours
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