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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog (as of 03-10-17) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Biology
  

  • BIOL 444 Plant Ecology (4)

    Plant Ecology will explore the population ecology of plants covering the genetic, spatial, age and size structure of plant populations. The focus will be on understanding the origin of these different kinds of structures, understanding how they influence each other and understanding why they change with time.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L , BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L , BIOL 211 /BIOL 211D , and BIOL 341  or permission of the instructor.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): BIOL 305 , MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Cross-listing: EVSS 544
  

  • BIOL 445 Systematic Biology (3)

    An in-depth coverage of the principles of systematics with emphasis on reconstruction of relationships and evolutionary history of organisms. Topics include current theories of systematic and evolutionary biology, methods of phylogenetic systematics and critical evaluation of phylogenetic hypotheses.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L , BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L , BIOL 211 /BIOL 211D , and BIOL 305 . Junior standing and at least one upper division course in organismal biology (e.g., BIOL 300 , BIOL 301 , BIOL 303 , BIOL 332 , BIOL 333 , BIOL 334 , BIOL 335 , BIOL 336 , BIOL 337  or BIOL 338 ).
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • BIOL 446 Special Topics in Neuroscience (3)

    A special topics course designed to supplement course offerings in neuroscience.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and permission of the instructor.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • BIOL 447 Seminar in Neuroscience (3)

    A seminar course exposing students to cutting-edge neuroscience research. Research seminars by neuroscientists will be combined with the reading and discussion of primary literature. Students will learn to effectively write about and present their own ongoing research projects. This course serves as a capstone experience for students pursuing a minor in neuroscience.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 351 /BIOL 352 /PSYC 351 /PSYC 352  
    Co-requisite(s): BIOL 448 /PSYC 448 ,
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: Students engaged in independent research or a bachelor’s essay will be given priority for enrollment.
  

  • BIOL 448 Bachelor’s Essay in Neuroscience (6)

    A year-long senior research project conducted under the supervision of a faculty member in the neuroscience program at CofC or MUSC. Along with the faculty mentor, the student must submit a written project proposal for approval prior to course registration. This course is designed for students who are working toward a neuroscience minor.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 351 /PSYC 351  and BIOL 352 /PSYC 352  and permission of both the student’s major department and the neuroscience program director.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • BIOL 449 Biology of Coral Reefs (3)

    An introduction to the biology and ecology of reef-building corals and coral reefs. Topics to be covered include coral ecology (physical environment, nutrition, reproduction, growth, population structure), taxonomy, systematic, diversity, biogeography, reef-building processes, and natural and human induced disturbances.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L , BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L , BIOL 211 /BIOL 211D , BIOL 305  and BIOL 341 . Open to undergraduate student of junior or senior standing who have completed at least 15 semester hours in biology and have a GPA of at least 3.000 in all biology courses. Students not meeting these requirements may enroll with permission of the instructor and departmental chair.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Cross-listing: BIOL 549, EVSS 519
  

  • BIOL 450 Problems in Biology (1-4)

    Literature and laboratory investigations of specific problems in biology, the nature of the problem to be determined by the interest of each student after consultation with departmental faculty. Open to exceptional students with junior or senior standing who are interested in continuing toward a graduate degree in biological or related sciences and who have a minimum GPA of 3.000 in all science courses. Credit value is determined by the type of problem addressed.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L , BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L , BIOL 211 /BIOL 211D , and BIOL 305 . Enrollment by permission of the instructor and approval of the department chair.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • BIOL 451 Problems in Marine Biology (1-4)

    Literature and laboratory investigations of specific problems directly concerned with the biology of marine organisms. Open to exceptional students with junior or senior standing who are interested in continuing toward a graduate degree in biological or related sciences and who have a minimum GPA of 3.000 in all science courses. Credit value is determined by the type of problem addressed.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L , BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L , BIOL 211 /BIOL 211D , and BIOL 305 . Enrollment by permission of the instructor and approval of the department chair.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • BIOL 452 Seminar (1)

    Students will attend biological research seminars in which they will be exposed to a variety of subdisciplines within the life sciences as well as methods that can be employed to examine biological questions. Each student must attend a minimum of 10 seminars and prepare a literate analysis of each. Open to students who have junior or senior standing who have completed at least 15 credit hours in biology and have a minimum overall GPA of 2.500 in their biology courses.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L , BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L , and BIOL 211 /BIOL 211D .
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): BIOL 305 , MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • BIOL 453 Special Topics (1-3)

    Special studies designed to supplement an offering made in the department or to investigate an additional, specific area of biological research.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L , BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L , BIOL 211 /BIOL 211D  and permission of the instructor.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): BIOL 305 , MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • BIOL 453L Special Topics Laboratory (1)

    Laboratories on selected topics of biological interest.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L , BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L , BIOL 211 /BIOL 211D , and permission of the instructor
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): BIOL 305 , MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics 
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  
  

  • BIOL 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project done during the senior year under the close supervision of a tutor from the department. Students must take the initiative in seeking tutors to help in both the design and the supervision of their projects. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration for the course.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 /BIOL 111L , BIOL 112 /BIOL 112L , BIOL 211 /BIOL 211D , and BIOL 305 . GPA of at least 3.000 in all biology courses. Enrollment by permission of the instructor and approval of the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

British Studies
  

  • BRST 400 Capstone in British Studies (3)

    This capstone course will take an interdisciplinary perspective on a particular theme or period in British life and culture throughout the ages.
    Prerequisite(s): At least two 200- or 300 level courses in the humanities, arts, or social sciences that focus on some aspect of life and culture in the British Isles or permission of the instructor.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 250  or equivalent course in statistics.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Business Law
  

  • BLAW 205 Legal Environment of Business (3)

    This course is designed to emphasize the legal environment of business and the pluralistic nature of the economy of the United States. The principal federal and state regulations as well as common law relationships applicable to businesses are presented to provide the student with an understanding of the limitations and consequences of business decisions, as well as the social and ethical responsibilities implicit in decision making. Topics to be covered include: introduction to law and legal system; white collar crimes and torts; ethics and social responsibility; negligence and product liability; administrative law; law of agency, partnership, corporations, and securities; ownership of real and personal property; bailments; overview of real and personal property; and overview of antitrust.
    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • BLAW 306 Law for Business Managers (3)

    Designed to cover the legal issues encountered by business managers, this course includes a thorough examination of fair employment practices (Title VII); affirmative action; OSHA; workmen’s compensation; unemployment compensation insurance; choice of legal form, i.e., sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation; product liability; negligence; and legal aspects of hiring and firing of employees.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; BLAW 205  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • BLAW 309 Legal Environment of International Business (3)

    This course will introduce students to the legal environment of international business. From the basic overview of trade regulation, to the international sales contract, the student will be exposed to factors affecting the international legal environment. Students use knowledge gained here in strategic analysis of international business activity.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • BLAW 360 Special Topics in Business Law (1-3)

    An in-depth treatment of a current area of special concern within the field of business law.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and other prerequisites as required.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • BLAW 399 Tutorial (3)

    Individual instruction given by a tutor in a regularly scheduled metting (usually once a week)
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and permission of the tutor and department chair
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • BLAW 420 Independent Study (1-3)

    The student will select a reading or research project in consultation with a faculty member, who will guide the work and determine the hours of credit to be allowed.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; written agreement of the instructor and permission of the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • BLAW 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project during the senior year under the supervision of a faculty member from the department. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Chemistry and Biochemistry
  

  • CHEM 101 General Chemistry (3)

    A course designed to meet the needs of both the non-science major and the students entering allied health fields. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry concepts, giving the student a strong background in a variety of topics in order to appreciate the role of science and particularly chemistry in modern-day life. Topics include atomic structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, kinetics, equilibria, acids and bases, and nuclear chemistry. Competency at the MATH 101  level and beyond is suggested. CHEM 101 is not open to students who have completed CHEM 111  or CHEM 112 . Lectures three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 101L .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CHEM 101L General Chemistry Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory program to accompany CHEM 101 . Experiments are designed to introduce students to chemical techniques and to illustrate concepts covered in the classroom. Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 101 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CHEM 102 Organic and Biological Chemistry (3)

    This course is designed to meet the needs of allied health students; but it is also suitable for any nonscience major. This is a descriptive course that covers organic and biological chemistry. Topics include organic functional groups, reactions, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, and metabolism. Lecture three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 101  or CHEM 111 .
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 102L .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHEM 102L Organic and Biological Chemistry Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory program to accompany CHEM 102 . Designed to enhance chemical laboratory skills and to illustrate the concepts covered in CHEM 102 . Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 102 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHEM 103 Calculations in Chemistry (1)

    This course reviews basic math skills while introducing application of these skills to problems in chemical stoichemetry and nomenclature.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 101  (may be taken as a co-requisite) or MATH 111  or instructor permission.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 111 Principles of Chemistry (3)

    An introductory course in chemistry emphasizing theoretical aspects and designed primarily for students who intend to take one or more additional courses in chemistry. Lectures three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 111L  
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): MATH 111  or equivalent
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 111L Principles of Chemistry Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory course designed to introduce students to the application of the scientific method in solving chemical problems and to acquaint them with specific tools and techniques used in the chemistry laboratory, while reinforcing and illustrating concepts encountered in lecture. Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 111  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 112 Principles of Chemistry (3)

    An introductory course in chemistry emphasizing theoretical aspects and designed primarily for students who intend to take one or more additional courses in chemistry. Lectures three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 111 /CHEM 111L ; MATH 111  or equivalent
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 112L  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 112L Principles of Chemistry Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory course designed to introduce students to the application of the scientific method in solving chemical problems and to acquaint them with specific tools and techniques used in the chemistry laboratory, while reinforcing and illustrating concepts encountered in lecture. Laboratory three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 111 /CHEM 111L , MATH 111  or equivalent
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 112  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 183 Introductory Special Topics in Chemistry and Biochemistry (1-3)

    This course covers a special topic in chemistry or biochemistry, usually in an emerging area of research, in an area of industrial importance, or in an interdisciplinary field, at a level appropriate for a freshmen chemistry student.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 8 credit hours.
    Note: An additional lab section, CHEM 183L (0-1) may also be offered.
  

  • CHEM 220 Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry (3)

    A study of the fundamentals of analytical chemistry with special attention given to quantitative analysis including volumetric analysis, electrochemical measurements, optical spectroscopy, chromatography, quality assurance, calibration methods, and statistical treatment of data.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 112  and CHEM 112L  
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 220L  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 220L Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (2)

    A laboratory program to accompany CHEM 220 . Laboratory six hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 220  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 231 Organic Chemistry (3)

    An introduction to the chemistry of carbon-containing compounds. A systematic study of nomenclature, structure, properties, and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Attention is given to recent developments and interpretation of structure and reaction mechanisms. Lecture three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 112  and CHEM 112L  or their equivalents.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 231L .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 231L Introduction to Organic Chemistry Laboratory Techniques (1)

    Theories underlying standard organic laboratory techniques are introduced. The student then applies these methods to the synthesis, isolation and purification of representative organic compounds. The student is introduced to the use of instrumental and spectral methods in organic chemistry.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 231 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 232 Organic Chemistry (3)

    An introduction to the chemistry of carbon-containing compounds. A systematic study of nomenclature, structure, properties and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Attention is given to recent developments and interpretation of structure and reaction mechanisms. Lecture three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 231  and CHEM 231L .
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 232L .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 232L Organic Synthesis and Analysis (1)

    The methodology and strategy of organic synthesis are developed further through the use of synthetic procedures. The combined use of chemical and spectral methods to identify organic compounds is continued.
    Prerequisite(s): Both CHEM 231  and CHEM 231L .
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 232 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 283 Intermediate Special Topics in Chemistry and Biochemistry (1-3)

    This course covers a special topic in chemistry or biochemistry, usually in an emerging area of research, in an area of industrial importance, or in an interdisciplinary field, at a level for a sophomore-level chemistry student.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 8 credit hours.
    Note: An additional lab section, CHEM 283L (0-1) may also be offered.
  

  • CHEM 311 Inorganic Chemistry (3)

    An advanced course that aims to provide a balanced view of the theoretical principles involved in present- day inorganic research. Topics include atomic structure, chemical bonding, coordination chemistry, symmetry and applications, organometallic chemistry, and chemistry of the main group elements.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 232  and CHEM 232L  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHEM 312L Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (1)

    A study of advanced methods for synthesis, separation and identification of inorganic compounds. Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): CHEM 311  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHEM 341 Thermodynamics, Statistical Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics (3)

    An examination of the laws of classical thermodynamics, followed by applications to the properties of gases, liquids, and solids, as well as to solutions, phase, and chemical equilibria. Chemical reaction thermodynamics and the kinetic theory of gases at equilibrium. An introduction to statistical thermodynamics, phenomenological transport and electrochemical reactions are discussed.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 220 /CHEM 220L , MATH 229  or MATH 220  and MATH 221  
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 341L .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CHEM 341L Thermodynamics, Statistical Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory program to accompany CHEM 341 . Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 341 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CHEM 342 Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy (3)

    Application of quantum mechanics to chemical bonding and spectroscopy. The examination of the fundamental ideas of quantum mechanics and their applications to simple model systems such as the linear harmonic oscillator and a confined particle, and to atomic and molecular structure. Application of quantum theory to electronic vibrational, rotational, and magnetic resonance spectroscopies.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 220 /CHEM 220L , MATH 229  or MATH 220  and MATH 221  
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 342L .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHEM 342L Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy Laboratory (1)

    A laboratory program to accompany CHEM 342 . Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 342 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHEM 343 Introduction to Modeling in Chemistry (1)

    An introduction to computer modeling of various properties and structures of molecules, thermodynamic properties and structures of simple crystals, and the kinetics of chemical reactions.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 231 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 351 Biochemistry (3)

    An introduction to the chemistry of biological compounds. A systematic study of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, proteins, nucleic acids and their components is presented. Metabolism of biological compounds is studied, as are the interrelations among the carbon, nitrogen and energy cycles. Lectures three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 232  and CHEM 232L .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 352 Biochemistry II (3)

    A continuation of CHEM 351  with an emphasis on the chemistry of physiological systems. Topics to be included are the biosynthesis of amino acids and nucleotides, molecular biology, biochemistry of contractile systems, active transport, drug metabolism and neurochemistry.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 351 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 353 Chemical Biology (3)

    This literature-based course examines current topics in chemical biology, including in vitro evolution, chemical modification of nucleic acids and proteins, single molecular techniques and pre-steady state kinetics. Students will develop skills in reading the literature critically.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 351  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 354L Biochemistry Lab (1)

    A laboratory program designed to introduce the student to the study of biological molecules. Experiments will include procedures for the quantification, isolation and characterization of various cellular components.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): CHEM 351 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • CHEM 355 Research Methods in Biochemistry (2)

    A capstone laboratory experience for biochemistry or molecular biology concentration Biology majors where students work independently to complete a guided research project.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 354L  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 356 Biochemical Basis of Disease (2)

    This course explores the biochemical underpinnings of disease. Topics include prion disease, Alzheimer’s antibiotic resistance, obesity, heart disease, diabetes, cancer and others. The readings for this course will be from the scientific and medical literature and students will be presenting articles to their classmates.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 351  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 371 Chemical Synthesis and Characterization (3)

    A study of the chemistry of and methods for the synthesis, separation and identification of chemical compounds. Emphasis is given to specialized techniques involved in synthesizing organic and inorganic compounds, and to identification of compounds by spectral methods. Lectures one hour per week; laboratory six hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 220 , CHEM 220L , CHEM 232 , CHEM 232L .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CHEM 381 Internship (1-4)

    A field internship in a non-academic lab. A faculty advisor will be appointed to award the grade to be received. Arrangements for the internship must be made prior to the semester in which it is carried out. One hour of credit will be awarded for each 45 lab hours completed.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and at least a 2.500 GPA both overall and in the major.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 4 credit hours.
  

  • CHEM 397 Research Experience Chemistry and Biochemistry (0)

    A student works under faculty supervision to learn a research method, to explore possible research topics, or to continue an ongoing study. The faculty member helps the student to determine the course goals and objectives, and supervises the execution of the project. The student will provide a written report to the faculty at the end of the semester. Students will receive a grade of “S” (satisfactory) or “U” (unsatisfactory) for the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Only majors may take a Zero Credit Research course. Permission of the instructor and approval of the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 399 Tutorial (3)

    Individual instruction given by a tutor in regularly scheduled meetings (usually three hours per week).
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing plus permission of the tutor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • CHEM 421 Instrumental Methods of Analysis (3)

    Theory and principles underlying the techniques of modern analytical chemistry. Topics include qualitative and quantitative analysis using chromatrographic, spectrophotometric, electroanalytical, magnetic resonance, radiochemical and other selected instrumental techniques. Lectures three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 220  and CHEM 220L  
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 421L  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHEM 421L Instrumental Lab (1)

    A laboratory to accompany CHEM 421 . Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s): CHEM 421  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHEM 422 Environmental Chemistry (3)

    An introduction to the chemistry of natural systems. The cycling of chemical species, the effect of man-made inputs, and environmental analytical methodology will be stressed. Lectures three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 220  and CHEM 220L  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 422L Environmental Chemistry Laboratory (1)

    An introduction to sampling and measurement techniques used to characterize the environment. Electrochemical, spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques will be used. Laboratory three hours per week.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): CHEM 422 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 431 Advanced Organic Chemistry (3)

    The major concepts of organic chemistry are reviewed along with a review of relevant material already presented in introductory organic chemistry courses. Special topics may include heterocycles, organic polymers, organic reaction mechanisms, spectral utilization, synthesis methodology, the utilization of molecular orbitals and orbital symmetry for certain organic reactions. Lectures three hours per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 232  and CHEM 232L  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 441 Advanced Physical Chemistry (3)

    A supplemental course to CHEM 341  and CHEM 342  dealing primarily with molecular structure and bonding and with statistical thermodynamics.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 341 /CHEM 341L  and CHEM 342 /CHEM 342L  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 481 Introductory Research I (2)

    An opportunity is provided to use the literature and to apply a variety of experimental techniques in the investigation of selected problems under the direction of a faculty mentor in inorganic, analytical, organic, physical, or biochemistry. A seminar, written report, poster, or other presentation is required. Arrangements for a project should be made with the faculty mentor during the semester prior to that in which it is carried out.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 482 Introductory Research II (2)

    A continuation of CHEM 481 . Open to students who have done satisfactory work in CHEM 481 . A seminar, written report, poster or other presentation separate from that required for CHEM 481  is required.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHEM 483 Advanced Special Topics in Chemistry and Biochemistry (1-3)

    This course covers a special topic in chemistry or biochemistry, usually in an emerging area of research, in an area of industrial importance, or in an interdisciplinary field, at a level appropriate for a junior or senior level chemistry student.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
    Note: An additional lab section, CHEM 483L (0-1) may also be offered.
  

  • CHEM 490 Chemistry and Biochemistry Seminar (1)

    A weekly seminar to prepare students for careers in chemistry and biochemistry and to present recent advances in the field. May be repeated once for credit. Seminar one hour per week.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 2 credit hours.
  

  • CHEM 492 Senior Seminar (1)

    A weekly seminar to be taken during the calendar year in which a student is to graduate. Oral and written projects will be required as well as an exit examination. Seminar, one hour per week.
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 341  and senior status.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHEM 499 Bachelors’ Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project done during the senior year under the close supervision of a mentor from the department. The student must take the initiative in seeking a mentor to help in both the design and the supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration for the course. A specific format is required for the preparation of the final document.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Chinese
  

  • CHNS 101 Elementary Mandarin Chinese (4)

    Introduces the fundamental structures of Chinese, with emphasis on acquisition of basic language skills: reading and listening comprehension, oral and written expression.
    Prerequisite(s): Open only to beginning students of Chinese.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CHNS 101C Elementary Chinese Conversation Supplement (1)

    An optional one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Chinese using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding course.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student currently enrolled. Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count toward the Minor in Asian Studies or Japanese Studies or the Asian Concentration in International Studies.
  

  • CHNS 102 Elementary Mandarin Chinese (4)

    Introduces the fundamental structures of Chinese, with emphasis on acquisition of basic language skills: reading and listening comprehension, oral and written expression.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or CHNS 101 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHNS 102C Elementary Chinese Conversation Supplement (1)

    An optional one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Chinese using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding course.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student currently enrolled. Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count toward the Minor in Asian Studies or Japanese Studies or the Asian Concentration in International Studies.
  

  • CHNS 201 Intermediate Mandarin Chinese (4)

    Develops basic proficiency in Chinese and familiarity with Chinese culture through practice in the use of the basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or CHNS 102 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CHNS 201C Intermediate Chinese Conversation Supplement (1)

    An optional one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Chinese using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding course.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student currently enrolled. Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count toward the Minor in Asian Studies or Japanese Studies or the Asian Concentration in International Studies.
  

  • CHNS 202 Intermediate Mandarin Chinese (4)

    Develops basic proficiency in Chinese and familiarity with Chinese culture through practice in the use of the basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): Placement or CHNS 201 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHNS 202C Intermediate Chinese Conversation Supplement (1)

    An optional one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Chinese using vocabulary and grammatical structures presented in the corresponding course.
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student currently enrolled. Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement nor may it count toward the Minor in Asian Studies or Japanese Studies or the Asian Concentration in International Studies.
  

  • CHNS 313 Conversation and Composition (3)

    Further practice in the written and spoken Chinese. Assigned readings and compositions. As much as possible, the course will be conducted primarily in Mandarin Chinese.
    Prerequisite(s): CHNS 202  or placement.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CHNS 314 Conversation and Composition (3)

    Further practice in the written and spoken Chinese. Assigned readings and compositions. As much as possible, the course will be conducted primarily in Mandarin Chinese.
    Prerequisite(s): CHNS 313  or placement.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CHNS 330 Collateral Study (1-3)

    Individually supervised course of reading in Chinese and in the subject area of a concurrent course offered by another department. The nature and extent of readings will be determined in consultation among student, instructor of the primary subject matter course, and the language instructor who will supervise and evaluate the student’s linguistic performance. A collateral study course may be repeated up to a maximum of six credit hours in conjunction with other primary courses.
    Prerequisite(s): CHNS 202  or placement or permission of instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • CHNS 343 Advanced Chinese Conversation and Composition (3)

    Advanced study of Chinese that provides intensive practice in the spoken and written language. Students will be exposed to a wide range of functional skills as well as sociocultural information necessary for smooth communication in Chinese. Emphasis will be placed on vocabulary important for writing practice and speaking.
    Prerequisite(s): CHNS 314  or permission of instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHNS 390 Special Topics in Chinese (3)

    Intensive study of a particular subject or theme. Specific topics will be listed in the Schedule of Courses when offered (e.g., “Survey of Modern Chinese Literature”).
    Prerequisite(s): CHNS 313  or CHNS 314  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • CHNS 496 Independent Study (1-3)

    Individually-supervised course focusing on speech, reading, and/or writing. The specific topic will be determined in consultation with the instructor, who will guide the work and determine the number of credit hours to be assigned.
    Prerequisite(s): CHNS 202  or placement or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.

Chinese Studies
  

  • CHST 100 Chinese Civilization (3)

    Survey course on the foundations of Chinese civilization, from the beginnings to early 20th century. Introduction to the language, geography, archaeology, history, religion, and intellectual and material heritage of China, examined through a selection of primary and secondary sources. Presentation of social, economic, and political traditions that shaped today’s China.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHST 240 Special Topics in Chinese Studies (3)

    An examination of a broad chronological or thematic area of Chinese Studies for which no regular course is offered . The course may be repeated for credit if the content is different. The specific content will be listed when the course is offered. To be taught in English.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • CHST 270 Stories of Chinese Youth: Chinese Cinema (3)

    Featuring primarily the films of mainland China, this course introduces Chinese traditions and values, and examines and analyzes the dramatic economic, social, and cultural transformation of contemporary Chinese society.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • CHST 340 Special Topics in Chinese Studies (3)

    An examination of a specific and limited chronological or thematic area of Chinese Studies for which no regular course is offered. The course may be repeated for credit if the content is different. The specific content will be listed when the course is offered. Course will be taught in English.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.

Chinese Literature in Translation
  

  • LTCH 210 Traditional Chinese Literature in Translation (3)

    This course is an introduction to traditional Chinese literature. It provides the students an opportunity to enjoy the most well-known poems of the great Chinese poets and the stories of fantasy and romance. The course will also provide a general introduction to Chinese philosophy.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • LTCH 220 Modern Chinese Literature in Translation (3)

    Survey course on modern Chinese literature in translation, introducing major authors, works, and genres of its formative period. The course will address such issues as the emergence of urban culture, Chinese national identity, modernity, feminism, emancipation, modern nation building, and the role and significance of art and literature in modern China.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • LTCH 250 Chinese Literature in (English) Translation (3)

    Study of selected works, representing major literary periods and genres that illuminate Chinese culture.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • LTCH 350 Chinese Literature in (English) Translation (3)

    Study of selected works, representing major literary periods and genres that illuminate Chinese culture.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Classics
  

  • CLAS 101 Ancient Greek Civilization (3)

    A survey of ancient Greek literature, art, society, and history, from the Minoan period to the imperial era, with an emphasis on fifth-century Athens.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CLAS 102 Roman Civilization (3)

    A survey of Roman literature, art, society, and history, from the Etruscan period to the era of Constantine, with an emphasis on the Augustan age.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CLAS 103 Classical Mythology (3)

    An introduction to the divine myths and heroic legends of ancient Greece and Rome as found in literature and art. Other topics will include theories, both ancient and modern, about myth; the functions of myth in religion and society; and the influence of classical myth on subsequent literature and art.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CLAS 104 Introduction to Classical Archaeology (3)

    A survey of major sites, artifacts, and monuments of the Classical world from Bronze Age Greece through Imperial Rome. Emphasis on the development of archaeology as a discipline and issues such as recording and interpretation of evidence, relationship between historical and archaeological events and use and misuse of ancient texts.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • CLAS 105 History of the Classical World (3)

    A survey of major developments in the history of Ancient Greece and Rome. Proceeding in chronological order, the course covers more than 2,000 years of history, from the development of Bronze Age civilizations and continuing through the fall of the Roman Empire. Drawing upon diverse primary sources, class sessions will explore developments in political, social, economic, cultural and intellectual history.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • CLAS 111 Medical Terminology in Greek and Latin (3)

    This course offers a systematic approach to understanding the technical vocabulary of the medical professions through an analysis of Latin and Greek elements in English words and the underlying etymological principles.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: This course does not count toward the minimum degree requirement in humanities.
  

  • CLAS 121 Classical Greece (3)

    An introduction to the art, architecture, history, and society of classical Greece through first-hand examination of major archaeological sites, visits to museums, and lectures.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This is a travel course. Students must be able to walk along moderately difficult trails.
  

  • CLAS 122 Bronze Age Greece (3)

    An introduction to the art, architecture, history, and society of Greece during the Aegean Bronze Age through first-hand examination of major archaeological sites, visits to museums, and lectures.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This is a travel course. Students must be able to walk along moderately difficult trails.
  

  • CLAS 203 Special Topics (3)

    An examination of selected themes or issues in ancient Greek or Roman civilization. May be repeated for credit if the subject matter varies.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 9 credit hours.
  

  • CLAS 221 Field Methods in Classical Archaeology I (3)

    Introduction to major methods of fieldwork through active participation in an archaeological project.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This is a travel course.
  

  • CLAS 222 Field Methods in Classical Archaeology II (3)

    A continuation of CLAS 221  with further development of methods of archaeological fieldwork through active participation in an archaeological project.
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): CLAS 221 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This is a travel course.
 

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