This course teaches students the basic writing skills needed for college success, including grammar and composition. Students will practice sentence construction (in the context of short writing assignments), paragraph construction, and the organization of ideas. They will build on these basic skills by planning, writing, and revising short essays and experiencing writing as a multi-step process. The course also teaches several types of,purposes of,and audiences for general essays. Required for the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

Students will develop critical thinking skills in writing, reading, and speaking through the context of multiple points of view about cultural identities. Prerequisite: C- or better in SLA100 or score of 8 or higher on essay portion of SAT or ACT. Required for the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

Component of first year experience; incorporates academic strategies and orientation to college life and resources. Fall and spring semesters. Corequisite: SLA100 or SLA101. 1 credit.

An exploration of the foundational roles of faith and spirituality in human growth and development and in the shaping of human cultures. Opportunity to engage with the spiritual traditions of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. This course is strongly recommended for the first semester of enrollment. Fall and spring semesters. 3 credits. Fee.

A capstone seminar which provides students an opportunity to examine personal values in relationship to society. Students reflect on their discipline, pursuit of knowledge, and personal life philosophy. Juniors and seniors only. Fall, spring, and summer. 3 credits.

Study of the evolution of prokaryotes and eukaryotes and the diversity of plants and invertebrate animals. Corequisite: SBL161. Fall semester. 3 credits

Laboratory study of the diversity of plants and invertebrate animals. Corequisite: SBL160. Fall semester. 1 credit. Fee

Study of form and function of vascular plants and basic ecological concepts. Corequisite: SBL163. Spring semester. 3 credis

Laboratory study of anatomy and physiology of vascular plants and basic ecological concepts. Corequisite: SBL162. Spring semester. 1 credit. Fee.

Study of the structure and function of chromosomes and genes. Topics include: DNA structure and function, protein synthesis, control of gene expression,molecular organization of chromosomes, recombination and mutation of genes, genetic engineering, and genome analysis. Prerequisites: SBL160 and SBL161, or SBL162 and SBL163. Corequisite: SBL213. Fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.

Investigative laboratory in which students learn the methods of studying both transmission and molecular genetics. Such topics include cell replication and division, chromosomal analysis, DNA investigations, E. coli transformation and mutagenesis, and human genetics and inheritance. Prerequisites: SBL160 and SBL161, or SBL162 and SBL163. Corequisite: SBL212. Fall and spring semesters. 1 credit. Fee.

An intermediate-level study of the cell as the basic unit of life. Topics include cell organization,transmembrane events,intracellular trafficking, chemical mediators, cell cycle, electrical signaling, and bioenergetics. Prerequisites: SBL160 and SBL161, or SBL162 and SBL163. Corequisites: SBL248, SCH112, and SCH113. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Investigations in cell structure and function to complement topics in SBL247. Students will gain first hand experience with techniques commonly used in cell biological research including quantitative microscopy, histochemistry, spectrophotometry, cell fractionation and centrifugation,organelle isolation,enzyme assays,protein electrophoresis. Writing Intensive course. Prerequisites: SBL160 and SBL161, or SBL162 and SBL163. Corequisites: SBL247, SCH112, and SCH113. Spring semester. 1 credit. Fee.

Discussions of topics pertinent to the practice of biology. Fall semester. 1 credit.

In-depth study of a specific topic in biological science. Prerequisites: SBL160, SBL162, and SBL247 or permission of instructor. Variable credit. Offered as needed. Repeatable for credit.

A study of the basic concepts and fundamental principles underlying chemical reactions, designed for science majors, with emphasis on stoichiometry, gases, thermodynamics, atomic and molecular structure. With SCH111, satisfies the Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Corequisite: SCH111. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Laboratory work is primarily quantitative, including volumetric and gravimetric analyses. An introduction to instrumental techniques is presented including visible and atomic absorption spectroscopy. With SCH110, satisfies the Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall semester. Corequisite: SCH110. 1 credit. Fee.

Continuation of topics introduced in SCH110, with emphasis on molecular structure and bonding, solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, and an introduction to electrochemistry. Prerequisite: SCH110. Corequisite: SCH113. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Continuation of topics introduced in SCH111. Corequisite: SCH112. Spring semester. 1 credit. Fee.

A study of the chemistry of carbon compounds for science majors. Molecular structure, structure — property relationships, synthesis, reactions, and reaction mechanisms of the major classes of organic compounds. Examples of biological relevance are given. Prerequisites: SCH112 and SCH113. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Emphasis on learning common laboratory techniques involved in organic synthesis and purification, isolation of natural products, structure elucidation,and qualitative analysis. Classical and instrumental methods. Experiments coordinated closely with lecture presentations. For science majors. Pre- or corequisite: SCH210. Fall semester. 2 credits. Fee.

Continuation of topics introduced in SCH210. Prerequisite: SCH210. Corequisite: SCH213. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Continuation of topics introduced in SCH211. Pre- or Corequisite: SCH212. Spring semester. 2 credits. Fee.

Designed to enable students to read as well as do research. Explores descriptive and inferential statistics. Treats small and large samplings with such parametric and non-parametric probability distributions as Z, t, F, and ? 2. Uses statistical computer software. Satisfies the Mathematics requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall and spring semesters and ADP sessions 1, 3, and 4. Prerequisites: SMA100 or higher, sophomores or above. 3 credits.

Anatomical features of vertebrates compared within the contexts of both function and structural adaptation to different environments. Corequisite: SBL221. Prerequisites: SBL162 and SBL163. Spring semester, odd-numbered years. 3 credits.

A fundamental knowledge of gross anatomy through the careful dissection of selected vertebrates. Corequisite: SBL220. Spring semester, odd-numbered years. 1 credit. Fee.

An investigation of the integrated function of animals and their component organs and organ systems. While taking a comparative approach in the study of functional adaptations to different environments, similarity of function on the cellular level is also emphasized. Prerequisites: SBL162 and SBL163. Spring semester, even-numbered years. 3 credits.

Uses a team-investigative approach to study the physiology of specific invertebrates. Toward the end of the course,students perform experiments of their own design. Prerequisites: SBL162 and SBL163. Spring semester, even-numbered years. 1 credit. Fee.

Anatomical features of vertebrates compared within the contexts of both function and structural adaptation to different environments. Corequisite: SBL221. Prerequisites: SBL162 and SBL163. Spring semester, odd-numbered years. 3 credits.

A fundamental knowledge of gross anatomy through the careful dissection of selected vertebrates. Corequisite: SBL220. Spring semester, odd-numbered years. 1 credit. Fee.

An investigation of the integrated function of animals and their component organs and organ systems. While taking a comparative approach in the study of functional adaptations to different environments, similarity of function on the cellular level is also emphasized. Prerequisites: SBL162 and SBL163. Spring semester, even-numbered years. 3 credits.

Uses a team-investigative approach to study the physiology of specific invertebrates. Toward the end of the course,students perform experiments of their own design. Prerequisites: SBL162 and SBL163. Spring semester, even-numbered years. 1 credit. Fee.

Primarily laboratory instruction, which includes lecturing and assistance under the supervision of a faculty member. It is not substitute-teaching, and is intended to give the student first-hand experience and involvement in the teaching process. Fall and spring semesters. 1 credit.

In-depth study of a specific topic in biological science. Prerequisites: SBL160, SBL162, and SBL247 or permission of instructor. Variable credit. Offered as needed. Repeatable for credit.

Study of nutrient function and metabolism, with application to nutritional needs throughout life. Examines methods for determining dietary adequacy and nutritional status. Covers current topics, with an emphasis on the development of opinion based on critical thinking. Prerequisite: SBL214 or SCH120. Spring semester. 3 credits. Fee.

Identification of biological problem and library research. Permission of instructor is required. Fall and spring semesters. 1 credit.

The student, under supervision of a professor, applies theory and methodology of biology in a research experience. Fall and spring semesters. 2 credits. Fee.

The student prepares a thesis and a poster based on previous research. Fall and spring semesters. 1 credit.

This course will provide students with an understanding of macromolecular mechanisms found in living things. Lectures will focus on the molecular nature of the gene and the regulation of its expression, methods of molecular biology, and the current state of molecular biology as well as its future. The investigation of cells and organisms at the molecular level is intended to equip students with an in-depth understanding of the processes of life. Prerequisites: SBL212, SBL213, SCH212, SCH213, and SBL247, SBL248 or SCH325, SCH326. Corequisite: SBL326. Fall semester, odd-numbered years. 3 credits.

Students in this course utilize laboratory skills to apply the knowledge and techniques learned in the lecture. Students will be introduced to the techniques used by molecular biologists. Prerequisites: SBL212, SBL213, SCH212, SCH213, and SBL247, SBL248 or SCH325, SCH326. Corequisite: SBL325. Fall semester, odd-numbered years. Fee. 1 credit.

Chemical structures and biological functions of proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Survey of major metabolic pathways involving carbohydrates, lipids, and amino acids. Structure-function relationships of biological membranes. Nucleic acid metabolism and protein synthesis. Recombinant DNA technology. Prerequisites: SCH212 and SCH213. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Introduction to basic biochemical laboratory techniques such as uv-visible, fluorescence, and FTIR spectroscopy, chromatography, centrifugation, and electrophoresis. Isolation, purification, and characterization of proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Enzyme kinetics. Prerequisite: SCH213. Corequisite: SCH325. Fall semester. 1 credit. Fee.

Real numbers, sets, relations, and functions. The calculus of one variable. Satisfies the Mathematics requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Graphing calculator required. Prerequisite: SMA120 or equivalent. Fall and spring semesters. 4 credits.

A thorough introduction into physics for those majoring in the physical and biological sciences, mathematics, and engineering. Topics include classical mechanics, heat, and electricity. With SPH111, satisfies the Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Corequisite: SPH111. Prerequisite: SMA130. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Laboratory course to accompany SPH110. With SPH110, satisfies the Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Corequisite: SPH110. Fall semester. 1 credit. Fee.

A continuation of SPH110 with topics including magnetism, optics, and electricity. Prerequisite: SPH110. Corequisite: SPH113. Spring semester. 3 credits.

The laboratory course to accompany SPH112. Corequisite: SPH112. Spring semester. 1 credit. Fee.

Study of the evolution of prokaryotes and eukaryotes and the diversity of plants and invertebrate animals. Corequisite: SBL161. Fall semester. 3 credits

Laboratory study of the diversity of plants and invertebrate animals. Corequisite: SBL160. Fall semester. 1 credit. Fee

Study of form and function of vascular plants and basic ecological concepts. Corequisite: SBL163. Spring semester. 3 credis

Laboratory study of anatomy and physiology of vascular plants and basic ecological concepts. Corequisite: SBL162. Spring semester. 1 credit. Fee.

Designed to introduce the allied health student to essential and basic chemical concepts. The topics include matter, energy, the metric system, atomic theory, the periodic table, ionic and molecular bonding and structure, the mole and mass relations in chemical reactions, kinetic, equilibrium, gases, solutions, an introduction to acids and bases, and nuclear chemistry. Designed for allied health students. With SCH101, satisfies the Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Experiments conducted in the laboratory course complement the concepts discussed in the lecture. With SCH100, satisfies the Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall semester. 1 credit. Fee.

A study of the basic concepts and fundamental principles underlying chemical reactions, designed for science majors, with emphasis on stoichiometry, gases, thermodynamics, atomic and molecular structure. With SCH111, satisfies the Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Corequisite: SCH111. Fall semester. 3 credits.

Laboratory work is primarily quantitative, including volumetric and gravimetric analyses. An introduction to instrumental techniques is presented including visible and atomic absorption spectroscopy. With SCH110, satisfies the Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall semester. Corequisite: SCH110. 1 credit. Fee.

Continuation of topics introduced in SCH110, with emphasis on molecular structure and bonding, solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, and an introduction to electrochemistry. Prerequisite: SCH110. Corequisite: SCH113. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Continuation of topics introduced in SCH111. Corequisite: SCH112. Spring semester. 1 credit. Fee.

Provides the allied health student with an introduction to acidbase chemistry, as well as the structures, properties, and reactivities of the major functional groups of organic compounds. Computerized molecular modeling is integral to the course. Prerequisites: SCH100 and SCH101 or the equivalent. Spring semester. 3 credits.

Experiments conducted in the laboratory course complement the concepts discussed in the lecture and includes computerized molecular modeling. Prerequisites: SCH100 and SCH101 or the equivalent. Spring semester. 1 credit. Fee.