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4.00 Credits
A topical course investigating the techniques and applications of recombinant DNA. This course provides a detailed treatment of recombinant methodologies, such as gene cloning strategies, and considers the process of scientific research. Topics covered include gene regulation, gene organization, and the molecular aspects of development and cell biology. Discussions and writing assignments focus on the analysis of the primary literature. Three class hours per week. Prerequisite: BIO 151 Principles of Biology II and BIO 205 Cell Biology or BIO 215 Genetics or BIO 220 Biochemistry or BIO 225 Microbiology Meets general academic requirement W.
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4.00 Credits
Students learn how to prepare specimens for scanning electron microscopy instruction includes fixation procedures, critical point drying, sputter coating, and operation of the microscope. Students design and complete an independent research project, analyze and discuss scientific literature, and learn how to write a scientific paper. Three class hours plus three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: BIO 152 Principles of Biology III: Molecules & Cells and any two biology courses numbered between 200 and 299. PHY 121 General Physics I and CHM 201 Organic Chemistry I or CHM 203 or 205 Honors Organic Chemistry I should also be previously completed or concurrently enrolled. Meets general academic requirement W.
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4.00 Credits
A seminar course investigating the physiological adaptations of vertebrates to their environment. Readings are from the primary literature. Students design and complete an independent research project and learn how to write a scientific paper. Three class hours plus three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: Any two biology courses numbered between 200 and 299 Meets general academic requirement W.
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4.00 Credits
This course will draw on the various disciplines within biology as they are applied in the very rapidly changing field of conservation biology. Topics will include conservation genetics, geographical information systems (GIS), sustainable agriculture and forestry, integrated landuse management, and restoration ecology. This projectbased seminar course includes three class hours and three lab/field hours per week. The course will be offered in alternate years, depending on student demand. Prerequisite: Any two biology courses numbered between 200 and 299
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4.00 Credits
The study of the processes of evolution from macromolecules to the genesis of major groups of life. Examination of NeoDarwinian theories of adaptation and natural selection as well as competing explanations of evolutionary change. Assessment of contemporary criticism of Darwinian theory. Three class hours per week in seminar format with emphasis on reading of primary literature, discussion, and writing. Prerequisite: Any two biology courses numbered between 200 and 299 Meets general academic requirement W.
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4.00 Credits
Majors are eligible for internship programs with approval of the department chair. Internships do not count as one of the nine biology courses required for the biology major.
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4.00 Credits
The course provides a basic introduction to the legal aspect of business as it relates to the evolution of business structures, contracts, personal property, wills, and real property. Emphasis is given to legal terminology and problemsolving which can be useful for professional certification and entrance examinations.
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4.00 Credits
A basic introduction to the legal aspects of business organizations and their commercial relationships and structures as such relate to corporations, partnerships, agency, commercial sales, and paper and secured transactions. Emphasis is placed on legal terminology and problemsolving which can be useful for professional certification and entrance examinations.
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4.00 Credits
The course provides an introduction to the operations function and to information systems. It treats operations issues and decisions in both the manufacturing and service sectors. Students are introduced to specific operations methodologies, such as lean production, supply chain management, service operations management, inventory management, and capacity planning. The role of information technology and ethical dimensions of operations and information systems issues is integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite: ACT 101 Financial Accounting and ECN 101 Principles of Macroeconomics and ECN 102 Principles of Microeconomics and MTH 144 Statistical Analysis or MTH 104 Statistical Methods Meets general academic requirement W when offered as 234.
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4.00 Credits
As a field of study, management extends from the decisionmaking thought process of the manager to dynamic human interactions within the organization to relationships between business and society. We will explore the art of management and build our understanding of what managers do, the issues they face, and who they are as people. And, we'll develop management skills and practice them both in class and in the context of our daily lives. Critical thinking will be developed through case studies and research, and awareness will be enhanced through survey instruments, learning teams, and class discussion. Prerequisite: ACT 101 Financial Accounting and ECN 101 Principles of Macroeconomics and ECN 102 Principles of Microeconomics and MTH 144 Statistical Analysis or MTH 104 Statistical Methods Meets general academic requirement W when offered as 236.
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