099 Introduction to Biology (2-2-3). This course is designed to provide a basic background in the area of biology for students planning to take general biology. BIOL 099 does not fulfill general studies requirements.

101 General Biology I (3-0-3). An introductory course concerned with the chemical and physical organization of life, cytology, plant anatomy and physiology, plant diversity, and ecology. PR: Eligibility to enroll in ENGL 101.

102 General Biology II (3-0-3). An introductory course concerned with heredity gene function, evolution, human anatomy and physiology, and animal diversity. PR: Eligibility to enroll in ENGL 101.

103 General Biology I Laboratory (0-2-1). Laboratory sessions designed to reinforce lecture in BIOL 101. CO/PR: BIOL 101.

104 General Biology II Laboratory (0-2-1). Laboratory sessions designed to reinforce lecture in BIOL 102. CO/PR: BIOL 102.

201 Human Anatomy & Physiology (3-0-3). A study of the structure and function of organs of the human body and their relationships to the health of the individual. PR: Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101 or permission of the instructor and student’s advisor.

202 Microbiology (3-0-3). The biology of microorganisms and the immune system; control of microorganisms and disease; applied microbiology. PR: BIOL 101/103 and 102/104 OR BIOL 201/203.

203 Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory (0-2-1). Laboratory sessions designed to reinforce lecture in BIOL 201. Sessions consist of observing, reporting, and/or interpreting biological phenomena. CO/PR: BIOL 201.

204 Microbiology Laboratory (0-2-1). Laboratory session designed to complement BIOL 202 lectures. The student will learn basic microbiological techniques through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and in vitro experiments. CO/PR: BIOL

290 Topics in Biology (1-4 hours credit). Formal courses in diverse areas of biology. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific courses will be announced and indicated by subtitle on the student transcript. PR: 4 credits in Natural Science.

300 Ecology (2-3-3). A study of the relationships between organisms and the physical and biotic environment. Field work emphasizes the local area. PR: BIOL 101, 103 OR consent of instructor.

301 Introduction to Genetics (3-0-3). A study of Mendelian inheritance and modern genetics; the transition of biological characteristics from parent to off-spring, linkage, crossing over, and chromosome mapping; gene mutation; extension of the genetic theories; the role of genes in development. PR: BIOL 102, 104.

303 Animal Kingdom (2-4-4). Lecture, demonstrations, laboratory and library work to illustrate the fundamental principles of vertebrate and invertebrate structure, development and evolution. PR: BIOL 102, 104.

306 Botany (3-3-4) Form, function, growth, development, and reproduction of major groups of plants. PR: Biol 101 and 103.

310 Nutrition (3-0-3). Background necessary to comprehend and communicate to patients the science and art of the sum processes involved in taking in nutrients, assimilating and utilizing them. PR: Eight semester hours of lab courses in biology or chemistry.

400 Pharmacology (3-0-3). An introduction to the basic concepts of drug actions and therapeutic principles governing drug therapy. Emphasis is placed on general mechanisms, therapeutic uses and toxicity of protypic drugs. PR: Eight semester hours of lab courses in biology or chemistry.

401 Pathogenic Microbiology (3-2-4). A course concerned with the characteristics of pathogenic microorganisms encountered in the health care profession. PR: BIOL 202,

204.

402 Immunology (4-2-4). An introduction to the basic concepts of immunology, terminology, and nomenclature to understand the cellular and molecular components of the immune system, how the immune system recognizes and responds to foreign antigens. Course also examines antigen-antibody reactions (serology), transplantation, immunodeficiency diseases, hypersensitivity reactions and cancer immunology. PR: Biol 202 and 204L.

410 Cell Biology (3-2-4). A study of cell structure and function beginning at the molecular level of organization and proceeding through different levels of complexity. PR: BIOL 101, 102, 103, 104.

490 Topics in Biology (1-4 hours credit). Advanced formal courses in diverse areas of biology. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on the student transcript. PR: Consent of instructor.

130 Microsoft Word & Internet (1-2-3). Prepares students to effectively use a major word processing package. Topics include: formatting, editing, file management, tables, columns, and graphics. Students learn to access and research the Internet by using a major software browser. This course meets the computer skill requirement under the General Studies requirements.

230 Desktop Publishing/Presentations (3-1-3). Focuses on desktop publishing capabilities of word processing software and presentation software. Application projects will include: letterheads, logos, schedules, advertisements, newsletters, brochures, forms, and organizational charts. Layout and design concepts that enable students to produce attractive published documents will be studied. Development of electronic presentations and experience in delivery of electronic presentations. PR: BUSN 130.

232 Business and Electronic Communications (3-0-3). Designed to help the student write clear and concise business letters, memos, reports, and e-mail communications. Students will also present a presentation using PowerPoint. Other topics covered are the communication process, verbal and nonverbal communication, job/employment search, resumes, and cover letters. Electronic communication is integrated into this course by using the Internet, e-mail, and presentation software. PR: ENGL 101 or equivalent.

240 Microsoft Excel (1-2-3). Designed to prepare students to progress from an introductory Excel level to the specialist/expert level of spreadsheet competencies. Excel topics include: creating worksheets with embedded charts; formulas, functions, formatting and web queries; what-if analysis, charting, and working with large worksheets; creating static and dynamic web pages; financial functions, data tables, amortization schedules, and hyperlinks; creating templates and working with multiple worksheets and workbooks; using macros and visual basic for applications; formula auditing, data validation; and importing data, working with PivotCharts, PivotTables, and Trendlines. PR BUSN 130 or COSC 102.

250 Quantitative Techniques in Business (3-0-3). Theory and application of mathematical models as they are applied to business problem solving. Topics include: integrals; quadratic and exponential powers; limits and derivatives; and introductory probability and statistical concepts. This course is not a substitute for any course in the Math calculus sequence. This course will satisfy the Basic Skills mathematics requirement. PR: ACT main math score of 26 (COMPASS 46 or above), or MATH 109; and either ECON 211 or 212.

260 Microsoft Access (1-2-3). Designed to prepare students from an introductory Access to a specialist/expert level of database competencies. Access topics include: creating, querying, and maintaining a database; sharing data among applications; reports, forms, and multiple tables applications; OLE fields, hyperlinks, and subforms; switchboards, PivotTables, and PivotCharts; Advanced report and form techniques; creating multi-page forms with visual basic; and administering a database system. PR BUSN 130 or COSC 102 or permission of instructor.

301 Business Law and the Legal Environment (3-0-3). Sources, classifications, functions, and evolution of law. Courts and procedures, torts, contracts, real and personal property, agency relationships, forms of business organizations, estates, landlord and tenant, and bankruptcy.

302 Business Law for Professional Accountants (3-0-3). This course is a continuation of BUSN 301 - Business Law and the Legal Environment. It provides an in-depth study of business law subjects encountered by the professional accountant. Topics covered include commercial transactions under the UCC, real and personal property, contracts, government regulation, estates and trusts, and business organizations. The purpose of the course is to provide students with the business law background to enable them to use good judgment in the practice of their profession and to understand and exercise sound professional judgment in their careers. PR: BUSN

301.

310 Applied Business Statistics (3-0-3). Focuses on the application of statistical techniques to assist business decision making. Areas of inquiry include: descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, basic probability concepts, the nature of hypothesis testing, sample size determinations, confidence intervals, t-tests, analysis of variance (ANOVA), chi square, correlation, and simple and multiple regression. Emphasis is placed on the use of statistical software packages. PR: Math 109 or higher.

330 Web Page Design (1-2-3). The design and execution of dynamic web pages using web design packages such as Dreamweaver. Attention will be given to issues of loading speed, navigation, and attention getting techniques. Use of keywords, spiders, and multi-media will be explored. PR: BUSN 130 or COSC 102.

350 Financial Management (3-0-3). Examines key areas of financial analysis with particular attention given to corporate financial management. Topics include: financial statement analysis, ratio analysis, pro forma financial statements, internal and external sources of funds, operating and financial leverage, time value of many concepts, capital markets, capital structure, stock and bond valuation techniques, capital budgeting, cost of capital, and dividend policies. PR: ACCT 202.

380 Production/Operations Management (3-0-3) Application of economic theory and statistics to various problems confronting management. Major topics include linear programming, decision tree analysis, forecasting, reliability, line balancing, path analyses, learning curves, inventory models, and queuing. PCs and appropriate software will be used to help the student learn to solve operations management problems. PR: BUSN 310 or MATH 210.

402 Financial Planning and Analysis (3-0-3). Application of various principles of finance to in-depth case studies. Emphasis is on business problem solving by utilizing tools of financial analysis. PR: BUSN 350.

482 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility (3-0-3). Examines the emerging topics of business ethics and social responsibility. Includes identification of ethical issues, various approaches to resolving ethical dilemmas, examination of corporate responsibility and its interplay with the social environment, and the enumeration of current corporate practices in these areas. PR: Senior standing.

490 Topics in Business (1-3 hours credit). Advanced formal courses in diverse areas of business. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be indicated by a subtitle on the student’s transcript. PR: Consent of the instructor.

494 Business Strategy (3-0-3). An integrative course involving comprehensive analysis of administrative policy-making from a strategic, organizational perspective, involving functional areas such as accounting, finance, management, marketing, and operations, in context with the economic, political, and social environment. Extensive use of case analyses or written reports to develop integrative decision skills. This is the capstone course for business majors; course requirements will include standardized evaluations covering business core courses. PR: Senior standing in School of Business and completion of all School of Business core courses at the 300 level and below.

499 Independent Studies in Business (1-3 hours credit per semester. Course may be repeated to a maximum of six hours credit.) Individual, instructor-supervised research into selected topics in business administration. PR: Consent of the instructor.