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BIO 341 - Plants and Society
3 Credits
An exploration of the manner in which plants have influenced the
development of civilization. A study of poisonous, medicinal and
wild and cultivated food plants with regard to their effect on
society.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 and at least one course from two of the
following areas is recommended: biology, anthropology, sociology,
or geography. General Unless otherwise indicated,
the prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for
300-level courses and 12 hours of biological sciences (including
BIO 120) for 400-level courses. If students believe they are
adequately prepared for any particular course without having the
formal prerequisites, they may request a waiver of the
prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 356 - Flora of The Oswego Region
3 Credits
Field identification of vascular plants found in Oswego county and
the surrounding region. Introduction to the principles of
classification and nomenclature. Field work will include
exploration of the flora of recognized ecological communities of
the region, impact of introduced exotic species, and status of rare
and endangered native species. Students will become familiar with
professional manuals and popular guides for the identification of
vascular plants.
Prerequisite: BIO 120. General Unless otherwise indicated, the prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level courses and 12 hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for 400-level courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared for any particular course without having
the formal prerequisites, they may request a waiver of the
prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Summer
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 357 - Plant Systematics
3 Credits
The theoretical study of plant classification, its basis,
procedures, and rules. Modern techniques of phylogenetic
classification will be emphasized. Laboratory exercises utilize
examples from the local flora to develop skill in the use of
professional manuals for the identification of vascular plant
species.
Prerequisite: BIO 120. General Unless otherwise
indicated, the prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120
for 300-level courses and 12 hours of biological sciences
(including BIO 120) for 400-level courses. If students believe they
are adequately prepared for any particular course without having
the formal prerequisites, they may request a waiver of the
prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 358 - Plant Ecology
3 Credits
The study of plant communities and the factors that affect them.
Introduction to species interactions, life history patterns and
allocation of resources, the concepts of the community, biomes of
North America, and ecological succession. Fieldwork will involve
survey of ecological communities in Central New York and
application of ecological methods in sampling one of these
communities.Note: BIO 320 is recommended.
Prerequisite: BIO 120. General Unless otherwise
indicated, the prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120
for 300-level courses and 12 hours of biological sciences
(including BIO 120) for 400-level courses. If students believe they
are adequately prepared for any particular course without having
the formal prerequisites, they may request a waiver of the
prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 363 - Great Lakes Environmental Issues
3 Credits
An interdisciplinary course focused on the interactions of
biological, geological, hydrological, and environmental components
of the Great Lakes ecosystems utilizing specific examples from
south eastern Lake Ontario, its tributaries, and adjacent coastal
plain. Environmental degradation and its impacts on society and
culture will be examined.Note: Course includes field trips, computer activities, and short writing
assignments.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 and completion of Basic Skills and Knowledge
Foundations courses and upper division status, or permission of the
instructor. General Unless otherwise indicated, the
prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level
courses and 12 hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for
400-level courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared
for any particular course without having the formal prerequisites,
they may request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009This course is cross-listed with:
(ESC 363)
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BIO 370 - The Animal Kingdom
4 Credits
Comparative study of the morphology, physiology and ecology of
invertebrates and vertebrates.
Prerequisite: BIO 120. General Unless otherwise
indicated, the prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120
for 300-level courses and 12 hours of biological sciences
(including BIO 120) for 400-level courses. If students believe they
are adequately prepared for any particular course without having
the formal prerequisites, they may request a waiver of the
prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 396 - Teaching Assistant in the Biological Sciences
1 to 3 Credits
An experience in the classroom or teaching laboratories under the guidance of one of the Biological Sciences faculty. Student experiences are varied and may include preparing materials for the lab, demonstrating procedures, techniques, etc. to students. Teaching Assistants attend all formal course activities and weekly preparation meetings and gain in-depth background on the subject material.
Prerequisite: Minimum thirty credits and instructor permission. General Unless otherwise indicated, the prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level courses and 12 hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for 400-level courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared for any particular course without having the formal prerequisites, they may request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 399 - Independent Study
1 to 6 Credits
Investigations by students into specific areas of the biological
sciences.
Prerequisite: instructor permission and satisfactory grade point
average. General Unless otherwise indicated, the
prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level
courses and 12 hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for
400-level courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared
for any particular course without having the formal prerequisites,
they may request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 400 - Current Issues in Environmental and Population Biology
3 Credits
A seminar course on the interdisciplinary aspects of the human
impact on the earth and its ecosystems. Some of the issues to be
explored are environmental ethics; population, resources,
pollution, politics and the environmental degradation.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 and Completion of Knowledge Foundations.
General Unless otherwise indicated, the prerequisite
for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level courses and 12
hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for 400-level
courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared for any
particular course without having the formal prerequisites, they may
request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 425 - Evolution
3 Credits
A capstone seminar course on the principles, mechanisms and
processes of evolution via natural selection.
Prerequisite: twelve hours of biological sciences and BIO 315 or
instructor permission. General Unless otherwise
indicated, the prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120
for 300-level courses and 12 hours of biological sciences
(including BIO 120) for 400-level courses. If students believe they
are adequately prepared for any particular course without having
the formal prerequisites, they may request a waiver of the
prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 439 - Molecular Biology
3 Credits
The structures and functions of nucleic acids and proteins,
molecular mechanisms of gene expression, biotechnology, genomics,
the molecular basis of some diseases, techniques and experimental
approaches will be covered. The course relies on textbook readings
and the analysis of primary literature (research articles,
commentaries, and reviews) to understand the science and to
consider the social ramifications of modern molecular biology.
Prerequisite: twelve hours of biological sciences and-CHE 332 or
360 and either BIO 309 or 315. General Unless
otherwise indicated, the prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses
is BIO 120 for 300-level courses and 12 hours of biological
sciences (including BIO 120) for 400-level courses. If students
believe they are adequately prepared for any particular course
without having the formal prerequisites, they may request a waiver
of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 440 - Developmental Plant Biology
3 Credits
Principles of cellular, tissue, and organ development in seed
plants with emphasis on gene expression, nuclear-cytoplasmic
interactions, intercellular communications, cell division, cell and
tissue differentiation and structure, organ and whole plant
development, aging, and the molecular, hormonal, and environmental
controls over development.
Prerequisite: BIO 315 and twelve hours of biological sciences.
General Unless otherwise indicated, the prerequisite
for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level courses and 12
hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for 400-level
courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared for any
particular course without having the formal prerequisites, they may
request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 460 - Conservation Biology
3 Credits
An overview of contemporary Conservation Biology. General
principles and practices of Conservation Biology will be discussed
with reference to assigned readings. This class will provide
students with a sound basis for judgment on conservation issues.
Prerequisite: twelve hours of biological sciences and including one
of the following: BIO 340, 357, 370, ZOO 330, 340, 374, 375, 376,
384, 440. General Unless otherwise indicated, the
prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level
courses and 12 hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for
400-level courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared
for any particular course without having the formal prerequisites,
they may request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 471 - Proteomics with Laboratory
3 Credits
Proteomics is the large-scale analysis of the entire set of
proteins in a cell, tissue, or organism, allowing a description of
the system in terms of its functional components. This course
covers theory and applications dealing with techniques and
instrumentation utilized in proteomics. The laboratory component
includes proteome analysis using two dimensional electrophoresis,
mass spectrometry, and use of databases.
Prerequisite: twelve hours of biological sciences and CHE 332 or
360 and BIO 309 or 315 or CHE 461. General Unless
otherwise indicated, the prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses
is BIO 120 for 300-level courses and 12 hours of biological
sciences (including BIO 120) for 400-level courses. If students
believe they are adequately prepared for any particular course
without having the formal prerequisites, they may request a waiver
of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009This course is cross-listed with:
(CHE 471)
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BIO 492 - Research
3 Credits
Laboratory and/or field research in the biological sciences in
selected topics with emphasis on recent investigations and
experimental techniques aimed at acquainting students with methods
of research, formulation of problems, experimental design, analysis
of data, search of relevant literature, and preparation of
scientific communications.
Prerequisite: BIO 120, twelve hours of biological sciences and
junior or senior standing and instructor permission. General
Unless otherwise indicated, the prerequisite for
Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level courses and 12
hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for 400-level
courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared for any
particular course without having the formal prerequisites, they may
request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 497 - Senior Honors Thesis
3 Credits
A course designed for students who are participating in the Honors
Program in Biological Sciences. Students will pursue, under
advisement, a research topic which will challenge the individual’s
ability and potential to perform an independent investigation.
Prerequisite: General Unless otherwise indicated, the prerequisite
for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level courses and 12
hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for 400-level
courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared for any
particular course without having the formal prerequisites, they may
request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 498 - Internship in Biology
0 to 12 Credits
A supervised field placement intended to give students training and
experience in biology which could not be obtained at the Oswego
campus.
Prerequisite: permission of Biological Sciences Department. General
Unless otherwise indicated, the prerequisite for
Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level courses and 12
hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for 400-level
courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared for any
particular course without having the formal prerequisites, they may
request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BIO 499 - Independent Study
1 to 6 Credits
Investigations by students into specific areas of the biological
sciences.
Prerequisite: instructor permission and satisfactory grade point
average. General Unless otherwise indicated, the
prerequisite for Biology/Zoology courses is BIO 120 for 300-level
courses and 12 hours of biological sciences (including BIO 120) for
400-level courses. If students believe they are adequately prepared
for any particular course without having the formal prerequisites,
they may request a waiver of the prerequisites by the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BLW 280 - Business Law I
3 Credits
An introduction to the legal environment of business with emphasis
on contracts, negotiable instruments, and sales. Emphasis will be
fundamental legal principles, terminology, and legal analysis.
Prerequisite: sophomore standing and MGT 261.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BLW 355 - Legal and Regulatory Environment of Business
3 Credits
This course focuses on the public and private laws that affect
business in all facets of its operation. It also explores the
international and ethical issues influencing the legal environment.Note: This course cannot be used to satisfy any elective requirement in
any Business Administration degree program.
Prerequisite: MGT 261 and junior standing.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BLW 381 - Business Law II
3 Credits
This course is designed to present the legal concepts pertaining to
the formation, operation, and dissolution of different forms of
business organizations. We will study the principles of the agency
relationship, general and limited partnerships, and business
corporations. We will, in addition, review the nature of secured
transactions between debtors and creditors under Article 9 of the
UCC and be introduced to Bankruptcy Law.
Prerequisite: BLW 280.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BLW 455 - Cyber Law
3 Credits
An examination of the legal and regulatory environment of e-business. Emphasis will be on the application of the common law to the Internet and e-commerce, emerging trends and legislation affecting the Internet and e-commerce from a domestic and international perspective. In addition, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of legal and business research on the World Wide Web and LEXIZ/NEXIS© electronic legal research system.
Prerequisite: BLW 280 or 355 or with the permission of the instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 108 - Introduction to Mass Media
3 Credits
A critical survey of mass media of communication with emphasis on the role of mass communications in modern society.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 129 - Television Studio Operations
1 Credit
Students will learn about and operate equipment in a television studio. They will develop skills in camera angles and framing, lighting, audio, floor managing, teleprompter operation and switching.Note: Activities are directed at supporting a weekly newscast prepared by seniors and supervised by an instructor.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 200 - Social History of American Radio and Television
3 Credits
An overview of the historical significance of radio and television in American life since 1920. The mass media as a reflection and shape of social and cultural concepts and its political importance. The role of radio and television in American education and society.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 215 - Broadcast Performance
3 Credits
An introduction to concepts in radio-television as related to announcing and non-dramatic presentations. Practice in announcing and non-dramatic performance.Note: Materials charge required.
Prerequisite: instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 220 - Radio Production
3 Credits
Introduction to equipment and techniques of basic radio production including practice in control board operation, recording, dubbing and editing.Note: Materials charge required.
Prerequisite: BRC 108.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 229 - Broadcast News Writing
3 Credits
Students will gather and write news stories for radio and television. They will employ strategies to make leads simple and interesting. They will use appropriate style for punctuation and attribution. They will understand and practice how to select and introduce soundbites, and will be introduced to ethical and legal issues.
Prerequisite: BRC 108.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 235 - Introduction to Video Production
3 Credits
An introduction to the fundamentals of television production. Emphasis on hands-on operation of production equipment.
Prerequisite: BRC 108.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 300 - Broadcasting and Cable
3 Credits
This course will give the student an understanding of the historical, social, political, economic, and structural contexts in which electronic technologies facilitate communication between individuals, groups, and social entities. Technologies covered include those associated with broadcasting, land-based telephone and data transmission, computer-based information systems, and space-based communication.
Prerequisite: COM 100 and BRC 108 or instructor permission.
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 301 - Media Economics
3 Credits
A comprehensive overview of economic issues that affect the funding and operation of media systems; an introduction to standard methods for quantifying media usage and effects. Students will learn and apply a variety of techniques for measuring media usage and effects. All exams include written expression and mathematical computation.
Prerequisite: BRC 108 and a minimum of six hours in the major or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 319 - Mass Media and the Law
3 Credits
A study of the mass media and the law, the freedoms and rights afforded to the various media via the First Amendment, and the control exercised by various governmental and societal agencies over the media. The course will examine the rights and social responsibilities of the media through the exercise of a free press, the rights and protections afforded to individuals, the ethics of the press, journalistic integrity, and pressures upon the media from governmental and economic sources. The course will examine the differences between print and electronic models and the differences in the rights afforded to these entities.
Prerequisite: BRC 108 and junior standing or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 320 - Programs, Programming and Effects
3 Credits
A survey of social effects of programming offered by broadcast stations, cable systems, direct broadcast satellites, and the Internet. Includes a consideration of programs and programming concepts, especially the broadcaster’s obligation to “entertain, inform, and educate”, the impact of changing regulation in the U.S. on programming, the impact of new communication technologies on program distribution, and the effects on the industry.
Prerequisite: BRC 319.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 321 - Broadcast Sales
3 Credits
Study of the process and problems of sales in the broadcast media and its relationship to station operations.
Prerequisite: BRC 319.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 325 - Research Methods for Mass Media
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamental knowledge and methods of communication research. It also provides opportunity for students to learn how to write a research proposal.
Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing, and either BRC 108, or COM 100, or JLM 100, or instructor permission.
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 328 - Media Copywriting
3 Credits
A study of the techniques used in writing continuity for today’s media. The student will examine the advertising industry and its impact on the public and should gain a working knowledge of the special requirements of creating specific types of continuity for a special medium.Note: Students will be required to write, edit, and produce copy for a variety of media.
Prerequisite: BRC 220 or 235.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 329 - Broadcast News Reporting
4 Credits
Students will gather and write news stories for radio and television. They will develop a beat, generate assignments, conduct interviews using audio and video equipment, and produce finished stories for simulated broadcast or a real webcast. They will understand and practice how to do live reporting. They will gain additional appreciation of ethical and legal issues, as well as, the history, regulation and organization of news departments and their roles within the station and network structures.
Prerequisite: BRC 229 or instructor permission and upper division standing.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 330 - Telecommunications
3 Credits
This course deals with telecommunications and its relationship to information science.Note: Topical areas include government regulation, local area networks and related technologies.
Prerequisite: ISC 110 or BRC 319.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009This course is cross-listed with:
(ISC 330)
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BRC 350 - Children, Women, and Minorities in the Media
3 Credits
A critical analysis of the treatment of children, women and minorities in our media systems.
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing.
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 370 - Comparative Studies in World Broadcasting
3 Credits
A detailed study of systems in world broadcasting, including origin, type of government control, management, financing and programming. Classroom instruction will precede study abroad in the country visited.Note: Country of study may vary by semester.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 385 - Broadcasting in the UK
Please contact department for information on this course.
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 390 - British Broadcasting Today
Please contact department for information on this course.
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 399 - Independent Studies
1 to 6 Credits
Appropriate independent readings or independent project in the field of mass communication.
Prerequisite: junior class standing, twelve hours of broadcasting and instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 400 - Media and Society
3 Credits
An investigation of the interrelationships between media systems and contemporary American society examining issues of content, control, consumption, uses and effects, structure and function. The course will consider economic influences on the media, regulatory practices, the significance of institutional conglomeration, and issues of media access, responsibilities, fairness, and ethics.
Prerequisite: BRC 108 and a minimum of nine hours in the major or instructor permission.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 410 - Hollywood Field Experience
3 Credits
Hollywood Field Experience offers students the opportunity to meet, learn from, and interact with professionals from various media, including film, television, marketing and publishing. Students participating in the program will be provided with a unique insight to the inner workings of the industry that is impossible to achieve in the classroom.
Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing, minimum GPA of 2.75 in the major and letters of recommendation from faculty for acceptance into the program.
When Offered: Summer
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 428 - Scriptwriting for Television
3 Credits
Students will work in a simulation of a professional environment. They will study and practice story and plot development, character arc, dramatic structure, and various screenplay formats.Note: Students will be required to write an adaptation screenplay and an original script for television.
Prerequisite: CRW 207 or BRC 235 or consent of instructor.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 429 - Broadcast News Processing and Producing
4 Credits
Students will be assigned the specific tasks needed to produce a news show. These include: producer, assistant producer, reporter, videographer, news anchor, weathercaster, sports anchor, and tape editor. Working as a team, they will build a script, tape segments, graphics, etc., for the purpose of performing as if on the air a newscast in real time. The students will learn how to use state of the art digital news processing software, editing equipment, studio cameras, teleprompters, etc., in a simulated news environment. All students will rotate through each job at least once, and, ideally, twice, depending on their desire to specialize.
Prerequisite: BRC 229 and 329 or instructor permission and upper division status.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 445 - Advanced Television Production
4 Credits
A practicum in advanced television production techniques and basic ENG and EFP methods. Provides a working knowledge of video editing, camera techniques, light control, scripting, staging, blocking, and location sound recording.
Prerequisite: BRC 235 or equivalent.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 450 - Topics in Broadcasting
3 Credits
A critical analysis of selected in-depth areas and problems in broadcasting.Note: This course may be repeated up to a total of twelve credit hours if the content is different.
Prerequisite: BRC 108, 110 and instructor permission.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 455 - Electronic Field Production and Video Post Production
3 Credits
A practicum in video field production techniques from single camera news gathering to multi-camera remotes. Emphasis will be placed on film style, single camera electronic field production. Post production processes will be covered in depth, including off-line and on-line editing and multi-track audio for video post.Note: Materials charge required.
Prerequisite: BRC 220, 235, and 445 or equivalent.
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 465 - Dramatic Video Production
3 Credits
Students will work in a professional environment in which they will produce a dramatic program similar to those seen on primetime television. They will learn how to create a production schedule and budget, scouting and shooting on location, and non-linear post-production.
Prerequisite: BRC 235, 445 or instructor permission.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 497 - Broadcast Practicum
3 Credits
Student will work in one of several positions with faculty and staff within Communication Studies Department facilities.
Prerequisite: BRC 235 and 445 or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 498 - Broadcasting Internship
0 to 12 Credits
Work and study in a broadcast station, public relations, advertising agency, or news department. Collateral reports, readings and conferences.
Prerequisite: senior standing, twenty-four hours of Broadcasting including BRC 321 and instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BRC 499 - Independent Study
1 to 6 Credits
Appropriate individual projects in the field of broadcasting or mass communication.
Prerequisite: broadcast concentrate, twenty-four hours of broadcasting, senior standing, cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or better and instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BUS 498 - Management Internship
0 to 12 Credits
Practical experience in a job situation which is designed to meet specific learning objectives. Internship proposals must provide for field supervision and evaluation.
Prerequisite: permission of the department and a minimum GPA of 2.75.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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BUS 499 - Independent Study
1 to 3 Credits
Individual readings and research projects under the direct supervision of a member of the Business Administration staff.
Prerequisite: a GPA of 3.00 or above, and permission of the department.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CAS 444 - Semiotics and the Study of Meaning
3 Credits
Semiotics is the study of signs and sign systems in the world of
meaning we share through communication. This course is an
introduction to the methods and theories of semiotics and its
concern with the “life of signs“‘signs as individual entities, as
they operate within larger groups of signs called codes, and as
codes, in turn, operate within cultures. The importance of this
topic for human life makes the subject appropriate for students
from all disciplines, undergraduate and graduate.
Prerequisite: upper division standing; completion of all lower
division courses in the student’s major.
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CED 330 - Teaching Mathematics: Authentic Literacy and Learning
3 Credits
In-depth examination of the elementary school mathematics
curriculum and current best professional practice in teaching
mathematics; focus on research into children’s learning and the
impact of various teaching strategies on the mathematics learning
of all children; includes relevant field-based assignments.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of three credits of college
mathematics, and concurrent registration in LIT 311, SPE 303 and
304.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CED 340 - Teaching Science and Technology: Authentic Literacy and Learning
3 Credits
Study of the nature of science & technology, how children learn
science (including science misconceptions), and the curriculum and
pedagogy appropriate for teaching science & technology to
preschool and elementary children, with special emphasis on
integrating language arts skills into science & technology
instruction. Inquiry, reflection, interpretation of research,
modeling, and practice are used to build understanding, skill,
professionalism, and continuing growth in science & technology
teaching.
Prerequisite: Six credits of science; concurrent enrollment in EDU
301, 303, and CED 350.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CED 350 - Teaching Social Studies: Authentic Literacy and Learning
3 Credits
This course is the study of curriculum and methods of instruction
for social studies Grades 1-6 with a focus on state and national
learning standards; instructional decision making; learning
theories; curricular content and development; environments
conducive to fostering growth of diverse students; use of
technology to support learning; collaboration with other
professionals to assist students with social studies learning; and
planning in the social studies area for students with special
needs.
Prerequisite: admission to Childhood Education Grades 1-6 major;
concurrent registration in EDU 301, 303 and CED 340.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CED 393 - Field Experience III: Planning and Teaching Practicum
2 Credits
This course is designed to help students become collaborative,
reflective educators who plan, implement, and assess lessons and
units of study that use a variety of integrated teaching strategies
to promote the learning of all students. Research-based, culturally
relevant, anti-bias, technology-supported teaching, fair and
equitable assessment, and responsible management strategies will be
implemented in a field placement.
Prerequisite: concurrent registration in CED 394 and LIT 314.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CED 394 - Integrated Childhood Methods
4 Credits
This course is designed to help students become collaborative,
reflective educators who plan, implement, and assess lessons and
units of study that use a variety of integrated teaching strategies
to promote the learning of all students. Research-based, culturally
relevant, anti-bias, technology-supported teaching; fair and
equitable assessment, and responsible management strategies will be
developed. Inquiry, interpretation of research, modeling, and
practice are used to build professional understanding, skills, and
dispositions, and encourage continuing growth.
Prerequisite: CED 350 and LIT 311 and SPE 304.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CED 420 - Childhood Student Teaching
6 Credits
This is one of two culminating courses of the undergraduate
childhood teacher education major. It provides the candidate with
the opportunity to integrate content and to promote learning for
all students in a setting appropriate for the NYS initial teaching
certificate.
Prerequisite: Good standing in Childhood Education major, CED 393,
394, LIT 314 and EDU 380.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CED 421 - Cross-Cultural Student Teaching
6 Credits
This is one of two culminating courses of the undergraduate
childhood teacher education major. It provides the candidate with
the opportunity to integrate content to promote learning for all
students in a diverse setting appropriate for the NYS initial
teaching certificate.
Prerequisite: CED 420.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 101 - Survey of Chemistry
3 Credits
A one-semester course introducing the fundamental principles of
chemistry and their applications to the chemical behavior of
matter. Topics include classical and modern atomic theory, nature
of the chemical bond, molecular shapes, chemical reactivity,
introductory organic chemistry and nuclear energy.Note: Previous knowledge of chemistry is not required. An optional
laboratory is available for this course.
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 101L - Survey of Chemistry Laboratory
1 Credit
Laboratory to accompany Chemistry 101. Students may enroll in CHE
101 without taking CHE 101L.Note: Breakage deposit.
Corequisite: CHE 101.
Hours
(One two-hour laboratory per week.)
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 111 - General Chemistry
4 Credits
A two-semester course in chemistry that presents fundamentals of
atomic theory and molecular structure, chemical bonding, and the
chemical and physical behavior of matter.Note: For science majors. Breakage deposit.
Prerequisite: high school chemistry.
Hours
(Three lectures, one three-hour laboratory per week, per semester.)
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 209 - Chemistry and Public Concern
3 Credits
A study of chemistry and its interactions with society. Course will
provide non-science majors with a course relating chemistry with
current and future social and humanistic problems facing mankind.
Content will include such topics as: over-the-counter, prescription
and illegal drugs; energy; food; pesticides; detergents; chemical
contraceptives and environmental concerns.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 212 - General Chemistry
4 Credits
A two-semester course in chemistry that presents fundamentals of
atomic theory and molecular structure, chemical bonding, and the
chemical and physical behavior of matter.Note: For science majors. Breakage deposit.
Prerequisite: CHE 111.
Hours
(Three lectures, one three-hour laboratory per week, per semester.)
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 230 - Introductory Organic Chemistry
3 Credits
Broad introduction to the general field of organic chemistry.Note: Not open to students specializing in chemistry.
Prerequisite: CHE 101 or its equivalent.
Hours
(Three lectures per week.)
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 230L - Introductory Organic Chemistry
1 Credit
Laboratory to accompany CHE 230. Students may enroll in CHE 230
without taking CHE 230L.Note: Breakage deposit.
Corequisite: CHE 230.
Hours
(One three-hour laboratory per week.)
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 300 - Environmental Science
3 Credits
An introductory survey of environmental problems such as air and
water pollution. Emphasis will be on the knowledge necessary to
understand and control the environment.
Prerequisite: upper division status.
Hours
(Three lectures per week.)
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 301 - Chemical Safety
1 Credit
CHE 301 covers safety measures for prudent professional practice in
a chemistry laboratory. This course seeks to provide a basis for
professionals working in the sciences to develop safe working
habits when working with chemicals. Topics include the use of
personal protective equipment, material safety data sheets,
labeling, safe storage and handling of chemicals, fire safety,
compressed gases, and emergency response.
Prerequisite: CHE 212.
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 305 - Criminalistic Chemistry
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to various scientific techniques
used in obtaining and analyzing criminal evidence. Topics will
include: chemical analysis, arson, toxicology, fibers, explosives
and fingerprints.Note: This course may not be used to satisfy Chemistry major elective
requirements.
Prerequisite: CHE 101 and six credit hours of social/behavioral
sciences.
Hours
(Three lectures per week.)
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 313 - Chemistry and Art
3 Credits
This course is an interdisciplinary study of the properties of
materials that are used to create works of art. Emphasis will be on
the physical and chemical properties of paint, glass, paper,
ceramics, metals and plastics.Note: The course will consist of three credit combinations of lecture,
laboratory and seminar.
Prerequisite: upper division standing and successful completion of
the Basic Skills and knowledge Foundations requirements in the
Natural Sciences or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 322 - Analytical Chemistry
4 Credits
Quantitative analysis by gravimetric, volumetric and selected
instrumental methods.Note: Breakage deposit.
Prerequisite: CHE 212.
Hours
(Two lectures, two three-hour laboratories per week.)
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 331 - Organic Chemistry
4 Credits
A two-semester study of organic chemistry involving a thorough
integration of fact and theory and emphasizing the relationships
between structures, properties, and reactions of organic compounds.Note: Breakage deposit.
Prerequisite: CHE 212.
Hours
(Three lectures, one, three-hour laboratory per week, per semester.)
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 332 - Organic Chemistry
4 Credits
A two-semester study of organic chemistry involving a thorough
integration of fact and theory and emphasizing the relationships
between structures, properties, and reactions of organic compounds.Note: Breakage deposit.
Prerequisite: CHE 331.
Hours
(Three lectures, one, three-hour laboratory per week, per semester.)
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 341 - Physical Chemistry
3 Credits
Study of gas laws, kinetic theory of gases, laws of thermodynamics
and their application to chemical systems.
Prerequisite: CHE 212, MAT 220, and PHY 212 or PHY 213.
Hours
(Three lectures per week.)
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 341L - Physical Chemistry Laboratory
1 Credit
Laboratory to accompany CHE 341.Note: Breakage deposit.
Corequisite: CHE 322 and 341.
Hours
(One three-hour laboratory per week.)
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 342 - Physical Chemistry
3 Credits
Study of chemical reaction rates, quantum chemistry, spectroscopy
and molecular structure.
Prerequisite: CHE 212, MAT 240, PHY 212 or PHY 213.
Hours
(Three lectures per week.)
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 342L - Physical Chemistry Laboratory
1 Credit
Laboratory to accompany CHE 342.Note: Breakage deposit.
Prerequisite: CHE 341L.Corequisite: CHE 342;
Hours
(One three-hour laboratory per week.)
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 360 - Introductory Biochemistry
3 Credits
Broad introduction to the general field of biochemistry.
Prerequisite: CHE 230.
Hours
(Three lectures per week.)
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 360L - Introductory Biochemistry Laboratory
1 Credit
Laboratory to accompany CHE 360.Note: Breakage deposit. Students may enroll in CHE 360 without taking CHE
360L.
Prerequisite: CHE 230L.
Hours
(One three-hour laboratory per week.)
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 397 - Research in Chemistry
1 to 6 Credits
Development of a better understanding of the significance of
research in chemistry through the study of a research problem.
Three hours of laboratory, conference, and library research per
week for each hour of credit. The student wishing to engage in
research for credit should arrange with a member of the faculty to
sponsor and supervise such work.Note: The course may be repeated for credit for a total of six credit
hours. Note: Open to seniors.
Prerequisite: CHE 111.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 399 - Independent Study
1 to 6 Credits
Selection and pursuit of a problem, under advisement of the
chemistry staff, that will challenge the student’s ability and
potential to perform an independent investigation.
Prerequisite: permission of the department chair.
Hours
(One three-hour laboratory per credit-hour.)
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 401 - Special Topics in Advanced Chemistry
1 to 4 Credits
A study of selected areas of chemistry which is of interest to
science majors.Note: Repetitive credit is allowed provided the topics covered are
different.
Prerequisite: upper division status; additional prerequisites
determined by subject matter.
Hours
(One lecture, discussion, or laboratory period per credit hour.)
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 405 - Forensic Science
3 Credits
This course is an in-depth study of the methods and techniques used
in the analysis and interpretation of physical evidence in the
crime lab. The analysis of blood stains, drugs, fibers, glass and
paint by classical wet chemical and instrumental methods will be
examined.Note: The course will consist of 3 cr combinations of lecture, laboratory
and seminar. Breakage deposit required. This course may not be used
to satisfy chemistry major elective requirements.
Prerequisite: CHE 305 and one credit of chemistry lab.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 411 - Microcomputers in the Chemistry Laboratory
3 Credits
This course is designed for all science majors who wish to create
computer-instrument interfaces and who wish to use such interfaces
for data acquisition in the laboratory. Both the hardware and
software aspects of interfacing are addressed. Software development
is minimized by using commercial programs. Some familiarity with
personal computers is assumed.
Prerequisite: CHE 212 and PHY 212 or 213.
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 425 - Instrumental Analysis
4 Credits
Theory and application of instrumental methods of analysis.
Includes various electrometric, magnetic, spectrophotometric and
chromatographic instruments along with simple electronic circuits.Note: Breakage deposit.
Prerequisite: CHE 322 and 341L.
Hours
(Two lectures, two three-hour laboratories per week.)
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 434L - Advanced Chemistry Laboratory
1 Credit
Involves the application of advanced experimental techniques of
chemistry to the study of inorganic and organic compounds.Note: Breakage deposit.
Prerequisite: CHE 332 and 451.
Hours
(One three hour lab per week.)
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 436 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
3 Credits
Intensive study of organic chemistry with emphasis on the scope and
limitations of reactions, mechanisms and recent developments.
Prerequisite: CHE 332.
Hours
(Three lectures per week.)
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 440 - Organic Spectroscopy
3 Credits
The determination of the structures of organic compounds utilizing
infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance, ultraviolet and mass
spectrometry.
Prerequisite: CHE 332.
When Offered: Spring
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 443 - Quantum Chemistry
3 Credits
An introduction to the principles and applications of quantum
chemistry.
Prerequisite: CHE 342.
Hours
(Three lectures per week.)
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 447 - Nuclear and Radio Chemistry
Please contact the department for information on this course.
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CHE 448 - Chemical Application of Group Theory
3 Credits
An introduction to the use of the concept of aynnetry and the basic
principles of group theory to help solve problems in a quantum
chemistry, vibrational and electronic spectroscopy, and optical
activity of complexions and molecules.
Prerequisite: CHE 342.
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 451 - Inorganic Chemistry
3 Credits
An introduction to the theories, applications and descriptive
chemistry of inorganic compounds.
Prerequisite: CHE 341.
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 455 - Medicinal Chemistry
3 Credits
Designed for students who are interested in learning about drug
discovery, drug design, and molecular mechanisms by which drugs
act. Topics include drug targets, pharmacokinetics, drug discovery,
design, and development, and the chemistry of selected clinically
important drugs.
Prerequisite: CHE 332 or instructor’s approval.
When Offered: Irregular
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 461 - Biochemistry
3 Credits
A two-semester course in biochemistry involving a detailed study of
the chemical composition of biological substances and the chemical
changes that occur within these substances.
Prerequisite: CHE 332 and 341.
Hours
(Three lectures per week, per semester.)
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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CHE 461L - Biochemistry Laboratory
1 or 2 Credits
Laboratory to accompany CHE 461.Note: Breakage deposit.
Corequisite: CHE 461.
Hours
(One three-hour laboratory per credit, per week.)
When Offered: Fall
Catalog Year: 2008-2009
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