2003-2004 Academic Catalog

Science and Mathematics School of Engineering, Nursing, and Science 171 Prephysical Therapy Most Cedarville students who successfully apply to graduate programs in physical therapy have completed the B.A. in biology. Students should contact the specific schools they wish to attend to determine the exact prerequisites. Physical therapy schools usually require 40 to 100 hours of experience assisting a licensed physical therapist prior to application. In addition to general degree requirements, the following courses are recommended for admission to most physical therapy schools: Biology courses: BIO-1110 Introduction to Cell Biology ................................. 5 BIO-1120 General Zoology and Population Dynamics ...... 5 BIO-2800 Introduction to Research Methods ..................... 2 BIO-3300 Genetics .............................................................. 4 BIO-3450, 3460 Human Structure and Function I, II ........... 7 BIO-3770 Pathophysiology .................................................. 3 Chemistry courses: CHEM-1110, 1120 General Chemistry I, II .......................... 8 CHEM-3510 Organic Chemistry I ........................................ 5 CHEM-3710 Biochemistry ................................................... 4 Additional mathematics and science courses: GMTH-1030 Precalculus ..................................................... 4 PHYS-1010, 1020 College Physics I, II ............................. 10 Psychology: PYCH-1600 General Psychology ....................................... 3 PYCH-2600 Human Development: Lifespan ...................... 3 PYCH-2610 Statistics .......................................................... 3 PYCH-2640 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior ................. 3 Other highly recommended electives: ATRN-2650 Therapeutic Exercise for Athletic Injuries ........ 2 ATRN-3660 Modalities in Athletic Training ......................... 3 BIO-4710 Principles of Bioethics ........................................ 3 ESS-3920 Biomechanics .................................................... 3 ESS-3940 Structural Kinesiology ........................................ 1 ESS-3900 Physiology of Exercise ...................................... 3 Course Descriptions General Education Except where noted, general education courses are designed to meet the General Education Requirements for graduation. These courses will not count toward graduation requirements for majors found in the Department of Science and Mathematics unless they are specifically listed in the curriculum requirements for a major. A student majoring in science or mathematics may take these courses only as electives. However, any course listed for science or mathematics major or minor may also count toward fulfilling General Education Requirements. BIO-1000 Principles of Biology –Fa,Sp,Su 3.5 hours Emphasizes basic life processes and the principles by which these processes operate at the ecological, organismic, and cellular levels of organization with emphasis on human responsibility toward life at all levels. Three lectures each week and one two-hour laboratory which meets every two weeks. (Fee: $75) BIO-2010 Human Anatomy and Physiology –Fa 4 hours Survey of the principal systems of the human body with emphasis on both structure and function. Includes the skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems. Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO-1000 Principles of Biology; or CHEM-1000 Principles of Chemistry. (Fee: $100) BIO-2020 Advanced Clinical Physiology –Sp 4 hours Advanced study in human structure and function, including the digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems, as well as metabolism and acid-base balance. The pathophysiology of disease is presented using a case-study format. Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO-2010 Human Anatomy and Physiology . (Fee: $100) CHEM-1000 Principles of Chemistry –Fa 5 hours For non-science majors, an introduction to atomic structure, ionic and covalent bonding, stoichiometry, kinetic theory, solutions and equilibria, nuclear chemistry, nomenclature, structure, and reactions of organic compounds. Four lectures and one two-hour laboratory per week. (Fee: $100) CHEM-1010 Principles of Biochemistry –Sp 5 hours For non-science majors, an introduction to organic compounds not covered in CHEM-1000, and a study of the nomenclature and metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Four lectures and one two-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: CHEM-1000 Principles of Chemistry. (Fee: $100) CHEM-1050 Chemistry for Engineers –Fa 3.5 hours Fundamental concepts of chemistry are developed with applications of chemistry to engineering disciplines. Students are introduced to measurement, number handling, the Periodic Table, descriptive properties of atoms, elements, molecules, and ions, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, chemical bonding, equilibrium, thermodynamics, gas laws, and the nature of solids and liquids. Laboratory emphasizes quantitative skills. Three lectures per week, one biweekly two-hour laboratory. (Fee: $75) ESCI-1110 Principles of Physical Geology –Fa 4 hours An introductory study of the earth and its geological processes. Major lecture topics include minerals, rocks, fossils, weathering, plate tectonics, earth history, dating, streams, groundwater, glaciers, and various internal and surface features of the earth. Time will be spent in the discussion of various alternative interpretations of earth history. Laboratory exercises will complement the lecture material and will include field trips to various areas of local geological interest. Three weekly lectures and one weekly laboratory experience. This course satisfies the physical science requirement of the General Education Requirements. No prerequisites. (Fee: $100) ESCI-1120 Historical Geology– Sp 4 hours The earth’s geological history from its beginning to the present will be reviewed from both conventional and non-conventional perspectives. Discussion will occur on the evidence and merits of conflicting viewpoints. Major lecture topics include a survey of the various eras of geological time, plate tectonics, biological evolution, the meaning of the fossil record, dating methods and correlation of rocks. Field trips will focus on local paleontology. Three lectures and one laboratory per week. This course satisfies the physical science requirement of the General Education Requirements. Prerequisites: GSCI-1030 Principles of Earth Science; ESCI-1110 Principles of Physical Geology; or permission of instructor. (Fee: $100) ESCI-2310 Introduction to Oceanography –Fa 4 hours An introductory survey of the oceans and the processes that occur in and around them. Major topics of discussion will include ocean currents, coastlines, plate tectonics, marine sediments, waves, tides, composition of sea water, interaction of the ocean with the atmosphere, marine life forms and their habitats. A field trip will visit a local aquarium. Lecture 3 times per week, one laboratory per week. This course satisfies the physical science requirement of the General Education Requirements. No prerequisites. (Fee: $100) (odd years) ESCI-2410 General Meteorology –Sp 4 hours A survey of basic meteorological principles and weather systems. Topics covered will include the vertical structure of the atmosphere, cloud development and precipitation, optical effects of the atmosphere, wind systems, air masses, fronts and severe weather. Labs will be used to develop basic meteorological skills such as observation of local weather, decoding and