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BIO 207 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Lecture focuses on gross anatomy and in-depth study of human physiology. Homeostasis, histology, and the musculoskeletal, nervous, and endocrine systems are covered.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing; BIO 101 , BIO 103 , or ACT science score of 21 or higher
Corequisite(s): BIO 207L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective. Fulfills lab science
Grade Type LT
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BIO 207L - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory
This laboratory covers basic histology and the gross anatomy of the musculoskeletal, nervous, and endocrine systems.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2 laboratory hours
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 207 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 208 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Lecture covers in-depth study of the physiology of the cardiovascular, lymphatic and immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive and reproductive systems.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 207 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 208L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective. Fulfills lab science
Grade Type LT
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BIO 208L - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory
Laboratory focuses on the gross anatomy of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, digestive and reproductive systems.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2 laboratory hours
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 208 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 209 - Medical Microbiology
Morphology and physiology of bacteria and other microorganisms; their relation to health and disease. Duplicate credit for BIO 209 and BIO 309 is not allowed.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 , BIO 103 , or ACT science score of 21 or higher
Corequisite(s): BIO 209L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective. Fulfills lab science
Grade Type LT
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BIO 209L - Medical Microbiology Laboratory
This lab is designed to complement the lecture in Medical Microbiology. This laboratory focuses on learning microbiology techniques while observing and performing experiments with various microbial organisms, with an emphasis on bacteria.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2 laboratory hours
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 209 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 223 - Biology of Aging
This course is designed to give an overview of the aging process in humans and how the major organ systems change during aging. Topics to be covered include theories of aging, general changes during aging, the function of each major organ system and age related changes in these systems.
4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2 laboratory hours
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective. Fulfills lab science
Grade Type LT
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BIO 225 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 309 - Microbiology
Morphology and physiology of microorganisms with emphasis on bacteria, laboratory diagnosis, and relationships to humans. Duplicate credit for BIO 209 and 309 is not allowed.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 309L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 309L - Microbiology Laboratory
This lab is designed to complement the lecture in Microbiology. This laboratory focuses on learning microbiology techniques and problem solving while observing and performing experiments with various microbial organisms, with an emphasis on bacteria.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 3 laboratory hours
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 309 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 310 - Cell & Molecular Biology
An overview of the cell focused at the molecular level. This course covers the internal organization of the cell, common cellular processes, and their molecular mechanisms.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 310L - Cell & Molecular Laboratory
This lab is designed to complement the lecture course for Cell & Molecular Biology. An overview of the cell focused at the molecular level. This course covers the internal organization of the cell, common cellular processes and their molecular mechanisms, with an emphasis on laboratory techniques and methods used to study cell and molecular biology.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 310 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 311 - Genetics
This course examines the fundamental principles of classical and molecular genetics. Topics covered include genes and their functions (DNA structure, transcription, translation), DNA and chromosome mutations, regulation of gene expression, principles of gene segregation analysis (Mendelian genetics, gene mapping, non-Mendelian inheritance), population genetics, quantitative genetics, and biotechnology.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 311L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 311L - Genetics Laboratory
Designed to complement BIO 311 , this laboratory emphasizes problem-solving and techniques of molecular biology.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2 laboratory hours
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 311 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 312 - Parasitology
Physiology, anatomy, and life history of animal parasites with emphasis on those of man
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 312L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 312L - Parasitology Laboratory
Designed to complement BIO 312 , this laboratory emphasizes parasite anatomy and life cycles.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 312 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 314 - Histology
A study of the microanatomy of cells, tissues, and organs.
2 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 207 and BIO 208 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 314L
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 314L - Histology Laboratory
A general histology laboratory designed to complement BIO 314 .
2 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2.5 laboratory hours
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 314
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 318 - Immunology and Serology
Blood chemistry, antigen-antibody reactions, and general human immunology.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 318L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 318L - Immunology and Serology Laboratory
This lab is designed to complement the lecture in Immunology. This laboratory focuses on learning cellular and molecular techniques while observing and performing experiments related to the immune system.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2 laboratory hours
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 318 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 319 - Hematology
The study of normal and abnormal human blood cells with an emphasis on clinical laboratory evaluations.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 320 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 320 - Hematology Lab
Laboratory evaluation of human blood cells with an emphasis on clinical laboratory evaluations.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 319 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 323 - Pre-Dentistry Practicum
Students will work with a local dentist observing all aspects of a dental practice, including both dental and office procedures. Students will gain hands-on experience by assisting dental hygienists, dental assistants, and dentists with a variety of procedures.
4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 324 - Pre-Veterinary Practicum
Students in this course will volunteer with a local veterinarian to gain hands-on experience in the field prior to applying to veterinary school.
4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 325 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 326 - Environmental Biology
Addresses and interprets human and natural impacts on the natural world. The focus will be on biological concepts and issues such as biodiversity, conservation, and agriculture.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 326L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 326L - Environmental Biology Laboratory
This lab is designed to reinforce the concepts associated with Environmental Biology presented in the lecture portion of the course, and give some hands-on experience in the field.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 326 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 329 - Biology Lab Practicum
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 330 - Zoology
Phylogenetic examination of important invertebrate and vertebrate animal groups with emphasis on morphology and physiology.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 330L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 330L - Zoology Laboratory
This lab is designed to supplement the lecture in zoology and allows you to observe, characterize and dissect representatives of the major animal groups discussed in lecture.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 330 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 333 - Ornithology
An upper level zoology course focusing on the biology of birds. Emphases include the evolution, morphology, physiology, and ecology of birds. Students will also learn to identify bird species, with an emphasis on species found in North Dakota.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 333L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 333L - Ornithology Laboratory
This lab is designed to reinforce the lecture in ornithology, and allows students to observe and characterize the unique features of birds. Students will also learn to identify bird species, with an emphasis on species found in North Dakota.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 333 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 339 - Mammalogy
The study of mammals is inherently interesting because, as members of this group, humans are similar to other mammals in many aspects of form and function. Also, wild and domestic mammals have great cultural, economic, and ecological importance. This course involves the study of the evolution, taxonomy, morphology, physiology, behavior, ecology, and conservation of mammals. It will examine the myriad structural and physiologic features which allow free-living mammals to exploit different types of habitats to survive and flourish.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 339L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 339L - Mammalogy Laboratory
This lab is designed to complement BIO 339 . It focuses on the morphological characteristics of various mammal orders and the identification of mammal species found in the region.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 339 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 354 - General Botany
Study of plant life with emphasis on anatomy, morphology, physiology, and evolutionary relationships.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 354L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 354L - General Botany Laboratory
A botany laboratory designed to reinforce the topics covered in BIO 354 .
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 354 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 365 - Phage Discovery Research
This course is the first part of a 2-semester program where students will have the opportunity to have a unique mentored research experience as part of a larger national program. In the first semester students will learn how to apply the scientific method to make new discoveries as they obtain bacteriophages from environmental samples, then culture.
2 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit N
Core Course Yes. Lab Science Elective.
Grade Type LT
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BIO 366 - Phage Genomic Analysis Research
This course provides an opportunity for students to conduct a meaningful research project using a hands-on approach. In this second part of the phage course, students will use various bioinformatics tools to annotate and analyze the genome of two newly discovered bacteriophages which were previously isolated in the Bio 365 Phage Discovery Research course. These annotated genomes will then be published in a national database, GenBank (the National Institutes of Health genetic sequence database, an annotated collection of all publicly available DNA sequences) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genbank/.
2 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
Grade Type LT
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BIO 415 - Conservation Biology
Conservation biology is an emerging field of ecology that focuses on integrating information on fundamental ecological principles, economics, and ethics into a framework for managing and restoring plants and animals that are threatened by overexploitation or habitat changes induced by human uses of resources and the Earth’s rapidly growing human population. This course will provide an introduction into the rapidly expanding realm of conservation science.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 415L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 415L - Conservation Biology Laboratory
This laboratory course will focus on practical exercises that reinforce the concepts covered in Conservation Biology lecture.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 415 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 417 - Developmental Biology
Examines the processes of development and the mechanisms which control them in several different vertebrate organisms. Circulatory, digestive, nervous, and reproductive systems are discussed.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103
Corequisite(s): BIO 417L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 417L - Developmental Biology Laboratory
This lab is designed to complement the lecture in Developmental Biology. This laboratory focuses on learning cellular biology techniques and emphasizes project-based labs.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 417 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 421 - Advanced Physiology
A detailed examination of selected human organ systems with emphasis on biochemical principles of physiology.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 207 and BIO 208 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 421L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 421L - Advanced Physiology Laboratory
Designed to complement BIO 421 , this lab focuses on the research process and the design and implementation of an independent research project.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours 2 laboratory hours
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BIO 421 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 422 - Principles of Ecology
Basic relationships between organisms and their abiotic and biotic environments.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 422L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 422L - Principles of Ecology Laboratory
This lab is designed to complement the lecture in Ecology. Experiments will include field sampling of natural populations, laboratory exercises, computer exercises, and discussion/analysis of topics.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 422 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 423 - Animal Behavior
An exploration of the diversity of behavior in animals with an attempt to explain the similarities and differences in behavior in terms of phylogenetic history and the operation of natural selection. Both proximate and ultimate mechanisms will be examined.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 423L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 423L - Animal Behavior Laboratory
This lab is designed to give you experience in the methods used by researchers in animal behavior, to reinforce concepts presented in the lecture portion of the course, and to provide an opportunity to design and conduct a study on the behavior of animals.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): BIO 423 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 425 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 428 - Readings and Research in Biology
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 , BIO 106 , and instructor consent
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 432 - Wildlife Ecology and Management
This course covers ecological principles as they relate to wildlife populations, with a focus on the application of those principles to wildlife management and natural resource conservation. The course also examines the philosophical and sociological framework of wildlife conservation as it relates to the practice of the science.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 432L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 432L - Wildlife Ecology and Management Laboratory
This laboratory course is designed to complement BIO 432 . It will introduce students to local wildlife professionals and provide students with practical experience in field and laboratory techniques used by wildlife managers.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 432 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 433 - Range Management
This course will cover the ecology and physiology of rangeland plants, as well as theory and techniques relating to the management of rangeland ecosystems. Topics include rangeland types, rangeland inventory and monitoring, grazing systems, stocking rates, manipulation of rangeland vegetation, and management of public rangeland.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 433L or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 433L - Range Management Laboratory
This laboratory course is designed to reinforce the concepts presented in BIO 433 . It will include practical exercises relating to the theory and techniques of range management.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 103 and BIO 106
Corequisite(s): BIO 433 or instructor consent
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BIO 444 - SURVE Research Internship
Students conduct original research in a laboratory setting, design and carry out experiments, analyze and interpret data, and present results. All students enrolled in the course will meet together regularly with the instructor(s) for seminar-style instruction focus on conducting research, the integration of faith and reason, and formation in the virtues and habits of mind for the scientific vocation.
1-12 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: CHE 444
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 12 hours toward the degree
Core Course Yes. Core Elective.
Grade Type LT
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BIO 450 - Evolution & the Integration of Knowledge
This capstone course gives an overview of biological evolution, relates it to several fields within the sciences and provides an opportunity for students to integrate knowledge across various disciplines, drawing upon collaboration from guest lecturers.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): Limited to biology majors, biology minors, biology education majors with senior standing, or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course Yes. Core Elective
Grade Type LT
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BMC 125 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 225 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 305 - Motor Learning
To introduce students to the processes that support and drive human movement learning. An introduction to the application of the research, which helps us understand movement development in its practical application, movement assessment, and movement training techniques. The student will be guided through an understanding of the neuromuscular patterns as they pertain to movement.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 207 /BIO 207L , BIO 208 /BIO 208L , and KIN 235
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 310 - Functional Anatomy
This course is designed to have the students learn the musculoskeletal system in depth. The students will explore specific, individual structures from all regions of the body. The syndaver laboratory will be used to assist in student learning.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 207 /BIO 207L or PED 207
Corequisite(s): BMC 310L and KIN 360
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 310L - Functional Anatomy Lab
This lab is designed to assist in the students’ learning of the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems. The students will explore specific, individual structures from all regions of the body. This is a hand-on experience using the Syndaver laboratory.
0 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BMC 310
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type PF
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BMC 320 - Applied Motion Analysis
The course will entail a skill or task analysis. The student will be required to complete an in depth motion analysis of the musculoskeletal system.
2 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): KIN 360 ; BIO 207 /BIO 207L or PED 207
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 325 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 330 - Strength & Conditioning Practicum
The Strength and Conditioning Practicum will focus on developing the knowledge, skills, and abilities in the areas of athletic enhancement. The students will observe 30 hours in observation and skill application within the strength and conditioning field.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 410 - Assessment & Design
This course will provide students with the foundational understanding of assessment knowledge to be applied in the assessment practicum. Students will understand the biomechanical concepts related to ergonomics with the focus on health, safety, and comfort.
2 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BIO 207 /BIO 207L or PED 207
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 420 - Field Experience
The field experience requires a minimum of 40 hours per credit of working with a professional. This experience is to further develop skills, knowledge, and competence that has developed over the course of the program. The intent is to assist the student in preparation for a career.
6-12 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): Senior-level status; BMC major
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes. Max 12 semester credits
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 425 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 470 - Assessment & Design Practicum
This practicum is designed to build off of the information and knowledge the student learned in the Assessment and Design course. The student will be performing an ergonomic assessment as well as other assessments on general populations to assist in strengthening their skills.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): BMC 410
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 480 - Capstone
The course focuses on the integration of knowledge and the culmination of concepts and theories regarding the practice of kinesiology and biomechanics. The students will prepare their research to present at a scholarly event. There will be an emphasis on understanding the concepts to complete the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist exam by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): KIN 320 and KIN 340
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BMC 490 - Advanced Biomechanics
This course will provide the advanced study and application of mechanical principals, analytical methods and instrumentation systems to human movement and skill analysis.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): KIN 360 and PHY 203
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 125 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 130 - Business Matters - 21st Century I
This is an introductory course relating to foundational concepts of business operations, including management, leadership, marketing, sales, and entrepreneurship. The course provides a theoretical, foundational examination of business operations. Dual credit offering only.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 135 - Business Matters - 21st Century II
This is an introductory course relating to the practical application of business operations, including management, leadership, marketing, sales, and entrepreneurship. Dual credit offering only.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 200 - Electronic Communication
This course teaches the alpha/numeric keyboard with emphasis on correct techniques, speed, and accuracy. Formatting of basic personal and business correspondence, reports and tabulation will also be covered.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 201 - Advanced Spreadsheets
This course will prepare students for working with spreadsheets in a business environment. Students will learn to build spreadsheets and to use spreadsheets to analyze existing data sets to inform decision making.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 215 - Principles of Management
Management stresses a set of activities directed at an organization’s resources with the aim of achieving goals in an efficient and effective manner. This course explores the managerial activities of planning, decision-making, organizing, leading, and controlling.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 220 - Introduction to Personal Financial Planning
Students will be introduced to the financial planning process; client/planner interactions; time value of money applications; personal financial statement development and assessment; cash flow and debt management; asset acquisition; education planning; planning elements of risk management; investment planning, retirement planning; special needs planning review; integrating planning recommendations; financial planning ethics review; and an overview of practice management concepts.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 225 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 230 - Technology and Strategy
This course investigates ways effective and responsible use of various technologies can be used to achieve individual and organizational goals.
2 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 311 - Business Law I
Business Law deals with the legal implications of business decisions and activities. This course provides background information on the legal system and potential business liabilities and covers the law of contract and commercial paper such as promissory notes.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 312 - Business Law II
Deal with the legal implications of business decisions and activities. Covers basic business organizations such as partnerships and corporations and also explores areas of debtor-creditor relationships, consumer protection, and employment.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 317 - Money and Banking
Money and banking is a branch of economics covering financial institutions and their impact on economic activity. This course covers the Federal Reserve System, generated money multipliers, and general equilibrium analysis.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): ECN 204 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 318 - Retirement Planning
Retirement planning focuses on preparation for retirement. The course will include the importance of retirement planning, on evaluation of the client’s needs, and an understanding of Social Security and Medicare, and qualified and non-qualified retirement plans.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BUS 362
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 325 - Special Topics
This course provides an opportunity to explore special topics in the subject area. Request syllabus for specific course content.
1-4 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit Yes
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 326 - Management/Leadership Concepts
Students will be introduced to principles of management and leadership within an organization. Students will learn the difference between management and leadership and the importance each plays in organizational effectiveness.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 328 - Organizational Behavior
Organizational Behavior is the study of how individual behavior, group behavior and organizational environment impact organizational effectiveness. The intent of this course is to introduce students to the history, theories, and practical application of organizational behavior concepts and their application in contemporary organizations.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 330 - International Marketing
Students will be provided an overview of the dynamic and complex subject of international marketing. Students will also learn about the rising significance of global orientation in business and become familiar with the processes used and environments encountered by international marketers.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 333 - Marketing
Marketing consists of activities that satisfy needs through production, placement, promotion, and pricing of goods, services, and ideas. This course explores target markets, marketing mixes, and marketing environments.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 340 - Sales Management
Sales management looks at the different tools needed to satisfy customer demand. This course looks at the various technologies available to manage accounts, opportunities to develop strategies and finally, how to evaluate customer satisfaction.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 341 - Retailing
Retailing is a unique business format which is distinct from manufacturing and wholesaling. This course explores how retailers develop strategies to attract customers and also how consumers develop strategies to acquire goods and services from retailers.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 346 - Small Business Management
Students explore the problems and responsibilities in organizing, financing, and operating a small business. Students also explore the advantages that are inherent in operating a small business.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 350 - Introduction to Healthcare Administration
This course introduces students to concepts, theories and approaches related to professional practice in the healthcare systems. It emphasizes management, coordination and organization of services from a customer perspective. A broad overview of the levels of care, the care continuum, regulations governing care delivery is provided.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 351 - The American Healthcare System
This course presents students with an introduction to the structure, operations, and financing of the U.S. healthcare system. Major industry participants are examined, how healthcare services are allocated and financed, various factors that influence cost and quality of care, as well as future concerns for healthcare in the U.S.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): BUS 350
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 355 - Principles of Catholic Social Teaching in Business
This course explores the formation of virtuous leaders, culture, and practices in a business setting based on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. Students “should realize the responsibility of their professional life, the enthusiasm of being the trained ‘leaders’ of tomorrow, of being witnesses to Christ in whatever place they may exercise their profession” (John Paul, On Catholic Universities).
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: CTH 355
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 362 - Financial Management
This course introduces students to various fundamental financial concepts and skills. It helps students understand financial statement and analysis, time value of money, valuation of bonds and stocks and cost of capital. The course will also help students to be proficient in using the financial calculator.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): ACC 101 and ACC 102 or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 371 - Human Resources Management
The goal of managing human resources is to get the right person on the job so that the needs of both the individual and the organization are met legally and efficiently. This course studies the process of managing human resources including the topics of recruitment, selection and performance appraisal.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 372 - Insurance
This course introduces students to risk management and insurance decisions in personal financial planning. Topics include insurance for life, health, disability, property and liability risks, as well as annuities, group insurance, and long term care.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 374 - Economics
Use economic information to make proactive decisions. Focus on planning and finance skills.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 380 - Internship and Career Preparation
All students in the Gary Tharaldson School of Business are required to secure and complete a professional internship. Through a formal planning and development process, students will research career strengths and interests and assess internship opportunities in multiple industries for a positive learning experience in the internship setting. Completion of the internship and career preparation course is required at least one semester prior to enrollment in internship credits.
1 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): N/A
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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BUS 381 - Investments
The primary objective of investing is to gain value on capital. This course examines the basic economy so that the individual investor can develop strategies for acquiring wealth, managing a portfolio, and protecting assets. Some specific topics include: goal setting and budgeting, investing in real estate, using financial markets and institutions, and the impact of taxes on investing.
3 Semester Credit(s)
Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours N/A
Prerequisite(s): ACC 101 , ACC 102 , and BUS 362 ; or instructor consent
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit No
Core Course No
Grade Type LT
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