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ARCHIVED 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Biology

  
  • BIOL 190 - Discoveries in Biology


    Discoveries in biology used as the basis for exercises involving analysis of scientific reasoning, the scientific method, and experimental design.

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 192 - Plants and Society


    Human uses of plants as a context for the botanical sciences. Experience with identification of plants and uses of plants in medicines, foods, and fiber. 2 Seminar, 2 Lab.

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 193 - Forensic Biology


    An exploration of techniques, applications, and social implication of forensic biology, including the science behind fingerprints, blood typing, DNA fingerprints, and other forensic areas.

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 194 - Biotechnology: Methods, Applications, and Implications


    This course addresses the methods used in Biotechnology and their use in genetic engineering of bacteria, plants, animals, and ethical considerations associated with biotechnology.

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 240 - Introduction to Genetics


    Introduction to principles of genetics, including Mendelian and molecular genetics. Topics include: Mendelism, linkage, recombination, DNA structure and function, genomics, evolution of development, molecular evolution. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 140 or BIOL 141

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 241 - Introduction to Ecology and Evolution


    This course examines the interaction of organisms with their environment and each other to provide a broad overview of the fields of evolution and ecology. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 140, 141 and 240

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 255 - Dendrology


     Structure, distribution and economic uses of major forest trees of the United States; emphasis on regional species. 2 Lecture.

    Credits 2
  
  • BIOL 256 - Dendrology Lab


    Identification of major forest trees of the United States; emphasis on regional species. 4 Lab/field.

    Credits 2
  
  • BIOL 291 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I


    The skeletal, muscular, digestive, circulatory, respiratory, excretory, integrative, and reproductive systems. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites Completion of 24 semester hours.

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 292 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II


    The skeletal, muscular, digestive, circulatory, respiratory, excretory, integrative, and reproductive systems. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 291

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 293 - Human Physiology for Health Science Majors


    Comprehensive examination of Human Physiology for Health Science majors.  Open only to Nutrition majors and pre-majors, and Environmental Health majors.  3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

     

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 304 - General Ecology


    Ecosystem and population processes, pathways of energy and materials, interactions between organisms and populations and human role in the biosphere. 3 Lecture.

    Prerequisites PREQ: BIOL 241 or permission of instructor.

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 306 - Evolutionary Biology


    Introduction to evolutionary biology, including population genetic processes, speciation, selection models, phylogeny reconstruction, and molecular evolution. History and analytical approaches will also be emphasized.

    Prerequisites BIOL 140, 141, 240 and 241

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 313 - Microbiology in Health and Nutrition


    Morphological, cultural, biochemical, and staining characteristics of microorganisms; emphasis on those that infect humans and occur in water, food, and human environments. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites Permission of instructor.

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 321 - Plant Biology


    An introduction to the principles of botany with an emphasis on plant body structure, functions and development.

    Prerequisites Biol 140 and Biol 141Corequisites Biol 321 Laboratory

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 326 - Plants and Human Affairs


    Understanding the relationships between plants and people with a focus on useful and economically important plants and applied botanical questions of human concern. 

    Prerequisites BIOL 141

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 330 - Population Genetics for Forensic Science


    An overview of human genetic variation and molecular population genetics as applied to forensic DNA analysis in a crime laboratory as well as the courtroom.

    Prerequisites BIOL 240

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 333 - Cell and Molecular Biology


    Genome structure; protein shape, structure and function; RNA and protein synthesis; control of gene expression and post-transcriptional controls; reconbinant DNA technology; membrane structure; protein sorting; cell communication, the cell cycle and cencer. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab. (Lecture-3 credits, Lab-1 credit). (Lab is required).

    Prerequisites BIOL 240 or permission of instructorCorequisites BIOL 333 lecture and lab

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 334 - Biotechnology and Society


    An exploration of the ethical and legal issues raised by recent innovations in biotechnology, emphasizing forensic genetics, human genetic engineering and agricultural biotechnology (GMOs).  Cross listed with PAR 334.  No credit for PAR 334.  (P1)

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 361 - Principles of Biochemistry


    This course is cross-listed with CHEM 361.

    Prerequisites CHEM 242

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 373 - Invertebrate Zoology


    Morphology, physiology, behavior, ecology, and evolution of invertebrates. 2 Lecture, 6 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 141

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 374 - Vertebrate Zoology


    Morphology, physiology, behavior, ecology, and evolution of vertebrates. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 141 and BIOL 241

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 375 - Methods in Ecology and Evolution


    Field, computer-simulation, and laboratory methods used to study the environment, evolutionary ecology, and the general ecology of individuals, populations, communities, ecosystem landscapes. 3 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241 or permission of instructor.

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 389 - Cooperative Education in Biology


    See Cooperative Education Program.

    Prerequisites Permission of Department Head.

    Credits 1 or 3, R15
  
  • BIOL 411 - Animal Physiology


    Principles of homeostasis, cell and tissue communication systems, contractility, respiration, excretion, and metabolism in animals.

    Prerequisites BIOL 141 and CHEM 140 and BIOL 333 or BIOL 419

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 412 - Cellular and Molecular Immunology


    Detailed examination of the immune response, including: antigen recognition, effector mechanisms, immunogenetics, immunoregulation, immunity to infection, immunopathology, tumor and transplantation immunology, and autoimmunity.

    Prerequisites BIOL 240 or 333Corequisites BIOL 333

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 413 - Principles of General Microbiology


    Survey of microorganisms emphasizing: morphology, physiology, genetics, and ecology of prokaryotes (bacteria and archaea); microorganisms and disease; environmental and applied microbiology; and taxonomy of prokaryotes.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 414 - Methods of General Microbiology


    Microscopy; morphological, cultural, physiological, and serological characteristics of microorganisms; microbiology of food, milk, water, and soil. 6 Lab.

    Corequisites BIOL 413

    Credits 2
  
  • BIOL 415 - Plant Physiology


    Plant metabolism, effects of hormones and light on plant growth and development. Transport and translocation of water and solutes. Plant stress physiology.

    Prerequisites BIOL 141 and CHEM 140.

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 416 - Plant Molecular Biology


    Molecular aspects of plant development. Examination of the structure, expression, and function of genes involved in the flowering plant life cycle, including genes controlling embryogenesis, vegetative growth, plant-pathogen interaction, and reproduction.

    Prerequisites BIOL 333

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 417 - Biochemistry


    The metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and proteins in plant and animal systems.

    Prerequisites BIOL 240 or 304; CHEM 242 and 272 or permission of instructor.

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 419 - Cell Biology


    Structure, function, and techniques for the study of cells.

    Prerequisites BIOL 333 or BIOL 361 or permission of instructor.

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 420 - Darwin’s Origin of Species


    A detailed reading and analysis of Darwin’s landmark work, On the Origin of Species. Examining its historical and philosophical context, and its social and scientific significance.

    Prerequisites BIOL 304 and 305 or 240 and 241

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 421 - Principles of Biotechnology


    Survey of methods and applications used in molecular biotechnology.  Topics include recombinant DNA methods and molecular tools to analyze and modify genetic material for biotechnology.  3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 333

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 422 - Forensic Biology


    Principles of nuclear and mitochondrial DNA analysis including current and emerging analytical techniques, database searches, statistical analysis, courtroom testimony and non-human DNA analysis.

    Prerequisites BIOL 140 and 240 with a grade of C or better and BIOL 333 lecture and laboratory or permission of instructor.

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 423 - Biophysics


    Principles of biophysics. Topics include cell physiology, chemo-taxis, molecular motors, physical constraints of an environment, diffusion, receptor complexes, and signal transduction.

    Prerequisites BIOL140, 141, 240, 241, MATH 130

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 424 - Pharmacology


    An introduction to medicinal chemistry.  Topics include pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and the process of drug discovery, design, and development.

    Prerequisites CHEM 242

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 425 - Flora of the Southern Appalachians


    Taxonomy of the flowering plants of the region; family relationships; use of keys for identification; and recognition, collection, documentation, and preservation of specimens. One weekend field collecting trip. 2 Lecture, 6 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 141

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 433 - Ecological Co-Adaptations


    In-depth study of co-evolutionary interactions, including seed dispersal, pollination, host-parasite, and plant-microbe interactions such as nitrogen fixation.  Lecture, laboratory, and field trips.  3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 434 - Terrestrial Ecology


    Population, ecosystem, community structure, and dynamics; major North American biomes; field and descriptive methods; required weekend field trips. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab/field.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241; or 304 and 305

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 435 - Aquatic Ecology


    Biological, physical, and chemical components and processes in lakes and streams; field studies of local lakes and their biota. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241 or 304

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 438 - Ecological Restoration


    Exploration of ecological restoration theory and management applications from fine to coarse scales approaches, and including composition, structural and functional components of ecosystems.

    Prerequisites BIOL 140 and 141

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 441 - Conservation Biology


    Exploration of biodiversity conservation principles as they apply to managed ecosystems.  Components  of biodiversity, threats to biodiversity and strategies for conserving it will be examined.

    Prerequisites BIOL 140 and 141

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 452 - Plant Anatomy


    Plant cells, tissue organization in phylogenetic perspective, botanical microtechniques. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 141

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 453 - Principles of Systematics


    Principles and methods used in describing animal and/or plant taxa and in testing hypotheses of evolutionary relationship; individual research projects on the systematics of selected taxa.

    Prerequisites Junior status in biology or permission of instructor.

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 455 - Vascular Plants


    Biology of higher plants: club and small club mosses, quill worts, scouring rushes, ferns, gymnosperms, and angiosperms in living and fossil form. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 141

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 461 - Molecular Medicine


    The study of the molecular and cellular basis of disease, and the application of this knowledge to the development of new clinical and diagnostic tools, medications, and therapies.

    Prerequisites BIOL 333 or BIOL/CHEM 361

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 467 - Biostatistics


    Statistical concepts and methods for biologists. Design of experiments for computer analysis by ANOVA, single or multiple regression, principal components. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites Junior Standing or permission of instructor

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 470 - Biology of Arthropods


    Functional morphology, physiology, natural history, and systematics of the arthropods; field/ lab emphasis on spiders. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241 or 304

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 471 - Animal Behavior


    Mechanisms, development, functional significance, and evolution of behavior; individual research projects, films, and discussions in lab. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241 or permission of instructor

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 472 - Ornithology


    Anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, diversity and evolution of birds.  Lab will focus on identification of North Carolina birds, field research techniques and behavior. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 473 - Microbial Ecology


    Ecology of archaea and bacteria. Population and community detection, diversity, and roles in biogeochemical cycling using cultivation and molecular techniques. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241, or 304 and 413, or 414Corequisites BIOL 473 lab

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 474 - Virology


    A study of viruses and how they differ from cellular life, including the molecular nature and replication strategies of viral genomes, the balance between viruses and their hosts, innate and adaptive immune responses, and issues surrounding vaccine safety.

    Prerequisites BIOL 333

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 475 - Animal Development


    Development in animals: gametogenesis, fertilization, cleavage, gastrulation, organogenesis, embryonic adaptations, differentiation, and growth. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241, or 304 and 305

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 476 - Contemporary Fisheries


    Biological concepts and alternative management practices involved in the protection, conservation, restoration, augmentation, and cultivation of fisheries resources. 3 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites BIOL 241 or 304 or permission of instructor.

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 477 - Herpetology


    Study of the biological diversity, evolution, life history, ecology, and conservation of amphibians and reptiles.  Field trips required. 3 Lecture/discussion.  3 Lab/field.

    Prerequisites BIOL 140, 141, 240, 241 or 304

    Credits 4
  
  • BIOL 478 - Parasitology


    This course is intended to provide an exploration into the world of parasites.  Emphasis will be placed on the life cycles and natural histories of those parasites that coexist with humans and animals. 

    Prerequisites Junior or Senior standing or permission of instructor

    Credits 3
  
  • BIOL 480 - Research in Biology


    Research in Biology

    Prerequisites Junior standing, permission of research director.

    Credits 1-3, R6
  
  • BIOL 493 - Studies in Biology


    Studies in Biology

    Prerequisites Permission of department head.

    Credits 1-6, R12
  
  • BIOL 495 - Introduction to Senior Thesis


    Designed to introduce experimental design and assist in selection of a senior thesis project.

    Prerequisites Permission of department head.

    Credits 1
  
  • BIOL 496 - Senior Seminar


    Senior Seminar

    Prerequisites BIOL 140, 141, 304, 305, and 333 or permission of instructor.

    Credits 1
  
  • BIOL 498 - Senior Thesis I


    Directed research conducted in the first semester of the senior year.

    Prerequisites Permission of department head.

    Credits 2
  
  • BIOL 499 - Senior Thesis II


    Senior thesis and oral presentation following completion of directed undergraduate research.

    Prerequisites BIOL 498

    Credits 1

Birth-Kindergarten

  
  • BK 250 - Introduction to Birth-Kindergarten


    Introduction to the Birth-Kindergarten major and profession. 2 Lecture, 1 Lab.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75, admission to Teacher Education.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 260 - Foundations of Child Study


    Emphasis will be on child study from a cultural and historical perspective. The study of early childhood models from a philosophical viewpoint will be explored.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75 or higher.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 312 - Kindergarten Curriculum


    Overview of methods for kindergarten curriculum for typical and atypical children in the public school environment. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75, Admission to Teacher Education.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 315 - Early Childhood Literacy, Birth-5


    A study of emergent literacy in young children from a developmental and constructivist perspective. Includes regular observation and data collection.

    Prerequisites Admission to program. GPA 2.75

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 316 - Mathematics and Science


    A study of the development of young children’s understanding of numeracy and scientific concepts from a constructivist perspective. Includes regular observation and data collection.

    Prerequisites GPA of 2.75, Admission to Teacher Education.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 361 - Environments for Young Children


    The physical, emotional, and social environment suitable for young children; room arrangement, scheduling, space utilization, and teacher-child interaction.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75 or higher.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 363 - Child Development


    Physical, emotional, social, and mental development from birth through middle childhood. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75 or higher.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 366 - Infant Development and Curriculum


    Dynamics of infant development and curriculum for both typical children and children with, or at risk, for disabilities. 2 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 414 - Theory and Practice in Early Childhood Administration


    Policies, procedures, and responsibilities for administration of early childhood education programs.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 457 - Action Research


    Development, implementation, and evaluation of action research addressing an issue or trend in early childhood education. Early Childhood Concentration only.

    Prerequisites GPA of  2.75, liberal studies completed.

    Credits 9
  
  • BK 458 - Action Research II


    Development, implementation, and evaluation of action research addressing an issue or trend in early childhood education.  Early Childhood Concentration only.

    Prerequisites GPA of 2.75, BK 457

    Credits 9
  
  • BK 462 - Adult-Child Interaction


    Various cultural paradigms influencing behavior of adults regarding children’s discipline. Facilitation of self-management through nonverbal and verbal communication, and the dimensions of play.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75 or higher.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 463 - Computer Applications for Early Childhood Professionals


    The advancement of basic technology and multimedia for developing an electronic content/technology portfolio.

    Prerequisites Student must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher to take this course.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 470 - Early Childhood Curriculum


    Materials, environments, and interactions for 2-5 year olds in all curricular areas including thinking and social problem-solving for children with and without disabilities. This course is cross-listed with EDEL and SPED 470. 2 Lecture, 3 Lab.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75 or higher.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 473 - Internship in Early Childhood Assessment


    Exploration of the development needs of the early childhood learner and the assessment techniques teachers utilize in the development of responsive instruction. Field experience required.

    Prerequisites Teacher Education and GPA 2.75.

    Credits 3
  
  • BK 482 - Internship I


    Observing, planning, teaching, and evaluating young children with and without disabilities in a variety of settings. 2 days a week (6 credit hours)

    Prerequisites GPA of 2.75.  Admission to Teacher Education.

    Credits 6
  
  • BK 483 - Internship


    Observing, planning, teaching, and evaluating young children with and without disabilities in a variety of settings. 5 days/week, full-time.

    Prerequisites GPA 2.75 Admission to Teacher Education., liberal studies completed.

     Corequisites BK 496

    Credits 10, R20

  
  • BK 493 - Special Topics


    Current topics in birth-kindergarten development and curriculum.

    Credits 1-3, R6
  
  • BK 496 - Internship Seminar


    The interrelationships of theory and practice in the context of experience.

    Prerequisites Admission to Teacher Education., Liberal Studies Completed

     Corequisites BK 483

    Credits 2, R4

  
  • BKSE 350 - Early Childhood Disorders and Interventions


    Review of early childhood disorders and specific education interventions for children with special needs.

    Prerequisites SPED 240. GPA of 2.75.

    Credits 3

Business Administration

  
  • BA 133 - Introduction to Business


    This course provides an introduction to the study of business strategy.  Current events are used as a springboard to discuss important business issues. (P1)

    Credits 3
  
  • BA 293 - Topics in Business Administration


    Topics in Business Administration

    Credits 1-6, R6
  
  • BA 300 - Business Communications


    Application of written, oral, and interpersonal communication theory in business.

    Prerequisites ENGL 202.

    Credits 3
  
  • BA 301 - Competition Challenge Seminar


    Prepares selected students to compete in discipline-specific intercollegiate business skills and knowledge competitions.

    Credits 1, R3
  
  • BA 304 - Business Communications in a Multicultural Environment


    Analyzing communication and messages in multicultural business environment. Global business communications, such as websites, will be examined through case studies, projects and contemporary issues. (P6)

    Credits 3
  
  • BA 393 - Topics in Business Administration


    Topics in Business Administration

    Credits 1-6, R6
  
  • BA 480 - Independent Research


    Supervised, student-initiated research project.

    Prerequisites Permission of department head.

    Credits 3
  
  • BA 493 - Topics in Business Administration


    Topics in Business Administration

    Credits 1-6, R6
  
  • BA 495 - Dispute Resolution Seminar


    Advanced seminar on conflict resolution and dispute resolution. Students observe and mediate campus and community cases and train peer mediators for 10 hours per week.

    Prerequisites LAW 285

    Credits 3

Business Law

  
  • LAW 105 - Introduction to Law


    Study of the relationship between the individual, law and society; structure of the system for dispute resolution in a legal and social context; role that law plays in a complex society. ( P1)

    Credits (3)
  
  • LAW 195 - Contemporary Legal Issues


    The social change through the legal environment, legal institutions in various cultures, the impact on other social institutions, and the interpretation and analysis of interrelationships.

    Credits (3)
  
  • LAW 201 - Individual Rights


    Philosophical and historical aspects of individual rights, and interpretation of constitutional provisions as applied by courts in public, private and business situations. (P4)

    Credits (3)
  
  • LAW 230 - Legal and Ethical Environment of Business


    Social responsibility of business; ethics, legal concepts, and legislation and administrative decisions having an impact on business.

    Credits (3)
  
  • LAW 275 - Business Organization


    Traditional and emerging forms of business organizations and their governance.

    Prerequisites LAW 230.Corequisites LAW 230.

    Credits (3)
  
  • LAW 285 - Mediation


    Conflict resolution theory and development of communication skills through role plays. Completion of cours fulfills requirements for community mediators.

    Credits (3)
  
  • LAW 302 - Legal Aspects of Managing Technology


    Study of the relationship of law in the information age to a range of controversial issues regarding intellectual property rights, privacy, biotechnology, e-commerce and antitrust.

    Credits (3)
  
  • LAW 303 - Unfair Business Practices


    The regulation of unfair and deceptive business practices.

    Credits (3)
 

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