2015-2016 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

ESCI-2410 General Meteorology 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 interpretation of meteorological data, and introductory weather forecasting. The course and lab will be taught at a level which requires the use of algebra and trigonometry. Three weekly lectures and one two-hour laboratory per week. This course satisfies the physical science component of the general education requirements (Fee: $100) (even years) ESCI-2510 Introduction to Astronomy –Fa 4 hours An introduction to the structure and composition of the universe. Topics covered will include measurement of celestial objects, structure of the solar system and galaxy, composition and history of the universe. Time will be spent in the discussion of various cosmological models and their implications. The course and lab will be taught at a level which requires the use of algebra and trigonometry. Three weekly lectures and one two-hour laboratory per week. Variations in the laboratory schedule will be made to accommodate field observations. This course satisfies the physical science requirement of the general education requirements. (Fee: $100) (odd years) Forensic Science (FORS) FORS-3400 Forensic Science –Fa 4 hours This course will apply a student’s knowledge of chemistry and biology to specific forensic analyses. Topics to be covered will include matching of paint and glass samples, use of GC/ Mass Spectrometry and IR spectroscopy to identify controlled substances, analysis of explosives and fuel residues, DNA typing, fingerprint examination, document examination, and giving of expert testimony. Prerequisites: BIO-2250 Cell Biology; CHEM- 2220 Analytical Chemistry II; CRJU-3390 Criminal Evidence. Co- requisites: CHEM-3510 Organic Chemistry I. (Fee: $100) FORS-4800 Forensic Science Capstone –Sp 1 hour Capstone course for the forensic science major. Students will research a specific forensic procedure and give a brief explanation of it. This will be followed by a series of detailed questions from a panel of faculty members, designed to simulate the examination of an expert witness. Students will be graded on their knowledge and professional presentation. Prerequisites: BIO-3710 Biochemistry; CHEM-3520 Organic Chemistry II; FORS-3400 Forensic Science. General Biology (GBIO) 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 a science or mathematics major or minor may also count toward fulfilling general education requirements. GBIO-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, bi-weekly laboratory. (Fee: $75) GBIO-2010 Human Anatomy and Physiology I –Sp 4 hours Survey of the anatomy and physiology of the human body with an emphasis on cell and human tissues and on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Three lectures and one laboratory experience per week. Prerequisite: GBIO-1000 Principles of Biology; or CHEM-1000 Principles of Chemistry. (Fee: $100) GBIO-2015 Human Anatomy and Physiology II –Fa 4 hours Survey of the anatomy and physiology of the human body with an emphasis on the cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Three lectures and one two hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: GBIO-2010 Human Anatomy and Physiology I. (Fee $100) GBIO-2210 Principles of Microbiology –Fa 4 hours A study of the characteristics, culture, and control of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. A major emphasis is placed on microorganisms and disease. Laboratory techniques are emphasized. Three lectures plus one lab each week. Prerequisites: CHEM-1000 Principles of Chemistry. (Fee: $100) GBIO-2720 Bioethics and the Human Experience –Sp 3 hours An integrative survey of bioethics, emphasizing human personhood, human sexuality and reproduction, end-of-life issues, and biomedical decision making. Prerequisite: GBIO-1000 Principles of Biology. GBIO-3350 Principles of Immunology –Sp 3 hours Overview of the human immune system, including study of the innate and adaptive immune systems, the mechanics of an immune response, antibodies and antigens, and immunopathology. This course is designed for pre–pharmacy and non-biology major pre–medical students. Three lectures per week. Prerequisites: BIO-1110 Introduction to Biology; BIO-2250 Cellular Biology. GBIO-4700 Bioethics Colloquium –Sp 1 hour An integrative bioethics project, including a written paper and oral presentation. Prerequisite: Completion of other elements of Bioethics minor. Geology (GEOL) 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 a science or mathematics major or minor may also count toward fulfilling general education requirements. GEOL-1110 Introduction to Physical Geology –Fa 4 hours An introductory study of the earth and its geological processes, including various alternative interpretations of earth history. Laboratory exercises will complement the lecture material and will include local field trips. Three weekly lectures and one weekly laboratory experience. This course satisfies the physical science requirement of the general education requirements. (Fee: $150) GEOL-1120 Historical Geology –Sp 4 hours The earth’s geological history from its beginning to the present. Topics of study include plate tectonics, biological evolution and the meaning of the fossil record, correlation, dating methods, and alternative views of earth history. Required field trips will study local fossils. Three lectures and one laboratory per week. Prerequisites: GEOL-1110 Introduction to Physical Geology. (Fee: $150) Page 268 2015–16 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Course Descriptions ESCI-2410 – GEOL-1120