Apr 18, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Accounting - Undergraduate

  
  • ACCT 2010 - Accounting Principles I (Financial Accounting)

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: ACCT 2301
    (2301 or 2401). 3 hours. External uses of accounting information; interpretation of accounting data; analysis of financial statements; income and cash flow analysis; nature of assets and liabilities; understanding accounting reporting process. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1324, or higher level Math. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 2020 - Accounting Principles II (Managerial Accounting)

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: ACCT 2302
    2020 (2302 or 2402). 3 hours. A study of the use of accounting information for business decision making. Topics include: cost behavior analysis, cost-volume-profit relationships, and the identification of costs relevant to the decision making process. Students are introduced to various cost system designs, standard costs, variable costing, operational budgeting, and decision making in decentralized businesses. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010 with a grade of C or better. This course may not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas. 
  
  • ACCT 2900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    2900. 1-3 hours each.
  
  • ACCT 3110 - Intermediate Accounting I

    3.0 - 3.0
    3110. 3 hours. In-depth study of preparation and presentation of financial information for outside users. Includes standard setting, accounting cycle, adjustments, preparation of financial statements, valuation, and ethical considerations. Focus on recognition, measurement, and disclosure for the operating activities of the entity. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010 and 2020, with a grades of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas. 
  
  • ACCT 3120 - Intermediate Accounting II

    3.0 - 3.0
    3120. 3 hours. In-depth study of preparation and presentation of financial information for outside users. Includes analysis of noncurrent assets, depreciation, long-term liabilities, contributed capital and retained earnings. Focuses on recognition, measurement, and disclosure for investing and financing activities of the entity. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3110, with a grade of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas. 
  
  • ACCT 3270 - Cost Accounting

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. Accounting in manufacturing operations; cost concepts and classifications; cost accounting cycle; accounting for materials, labor and burden; process cost accounting; budgeting; standard costs; cost reports; direct costing and differential cost analysis. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010 and 2020, with a grade of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 3380 - Ethics for Accountants

    3.0 - 3.0
    Examination of ethical theory, ethics in business, and ethical responsibilities of the accounting profession. The ethical expectations for the accounting profession will be considered in depth. Designed to meet the ethics requirement of the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3110 with a grade of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4100 - Accounting Systems

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. Introduction to accounting information systems, their interface with business processes, internal controls, and database management systems. Emphasis on maintaining auditing system security and integrity. Practical experience with a commercial accounting package(s) and database management software. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3110 with a grade of C or better. ACCT 3120 may be taken prior to ACCT 4100 or as a corequisite. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4130 - Financial Statement Analysis

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. Ratio analysis and interpretation of financial data. Industry-standard comparisons. Present position and trend analysis. Forecasting and valuation. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3120 with a grade of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4140 - Advanced Accounting Principles

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. Problems connected with income determination and equity accounting, and consolidated statements; domestic and foreign branches, and international accounting; statement of affairs; fiduciaries; actuarial science. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3120 with a grade of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4270 - Advanced Cost Accounting

    3.0 - 3.0
    4270. 3 hours. Nature, measurement and analysis of accounting data appropriate to managerial decision making, and comprehensive budgeting; statistical cost estimation; cost-volume-profit analysis; gross profit analysis; application of probability to cost control; capital planning. PERT-cost. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3270 with a grade of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4300 - Federal Income Taxation

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. A comprehensive introduction to the U.S. federal income tax system. Emphasizes the taxation of individuals but many topics also apply to business entities. Coverage includes technical tax rules and motivations behind these rules, as well as tax planning opportunities and limitations. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010 and 2020 with grades of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4330 - Data Analytics for Accounting

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. This course will develop skills required for an accounting analytics mindset. Students will apply the concepts of data scrubbing, data preparation, data quality, descriptive analysis, data manipulation, data visualization, data reporting and problem-solving using various analytic tools and statistical analysis. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3120 and ACCT 4100, with grades of C or better. Required corequisite: ACCT 4400. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4370 - Governmental and Not-For-Profit Accounting

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. This course is to examine governmental and not-for-profit entities, including how they differ from for-profit organizations. Topics include transactions and financial statement analysis, compliance issues, and budgeting in governmental and not-for-profit entities. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3120 with a grade of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4400 - Auditing Professional Responsibilities

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. Introduction to auditing and the professional responsibilities of a career in any specialty of the accounting profession. Topics include the legal and ethical responsibilities of accountants; professional auditing standards; the acquisition, evaluation and documentation of audit evidence; reports on the results of the engagement. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3120 and ACCT 4100, with grades of C or better. Recommended corequisite: ACCT 4330.
  
  • ACCT 4410 - Auditing Evidence

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. The investigation of accounting information. This is an introductory course in all aspects of the investigative process in auditing. Topics include evaluation in internal control, compliance testing, substantive testing, operational audits, statistical sampling and auditing EDP. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 4400 with a grade of C or better; DSCI 2305. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4420 - International Accounting

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. Integrates the functional areas of accounting and demonstrates how accounting relates to the disciplines in the College of Business Administration core. Cross-functional and global approaches to organizational issues are emphasized. Enhances the ability of students to think critically, and to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to compete effectively in the global business world. Topics covered include: multinational strategy, global perspectives in accounting, environmental, social and political influences on accounting, accounting information systems in a multinational enterprise, performance evaluation in a multinational enterprise, and the exploration of timely topical issues such as NAFTA, the European Union, and the globalization of securities markets. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3120 with a grade of C or better. May not be taken more than twice at UNT Dallas.
  
  • ACCT 4800 - Internship

    3.0 - 3.0
    4800. 3 hours. Supervised work in a job relative to student’s career objective. Prerequisite(s): Student must meet the employer’s requirements and have consent of the Accounting Program. May be repeated, but only 3 hours may apply toward degree program credit.
  
  • ACCT 4900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    4900. 1-3 hours each.

Agriculture - Undergraduate

  
  • AGRI 1307 - Agronomy

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of agronomy, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to crop production. Plant physiology, management, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored.This course will explore the basic principles of agronomy, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to crop production. Plant physiology, management, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. AGRI 1307 and BIOL 1307 are equivalent. Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • AGRI 1315 - Horticulture

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of horticulture, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of landscaping and economic production of plants. Plant physiology, histology, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): none.
  
  • AGRI 1319 - Introductory Animal Science

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of animal science, including the associated basic principles of animal anatomy and physiology, animal breeding, and breed types. We will discuss economics of the animal science industry, and basic pathology of domesticated animals. AGRI 1319 and BIOL 1319 are equivalent.Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • AGRI 1331 - The Agricultural Industry

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of agriculture, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of agriculture principles. Animal production, plant production, agricultural management practices, economics and other agricultural concepts will be explored. AGRI 1331 and BIOL 1331 are equivalent. Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • AGRI 2330 - Wildlife Conservation and Management

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of wildlife management, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application management. Biodiversity, agricultural influences, urban wildlife, species and group overviews, economics and other ecology management concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331, BIOL 1710, BIOL 1132, or GEOG 1710 (or their equivalents).
  
  • AGRI 2900 - Special Problems/Topics

    1.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: N/A
    1-3 hours.
  
  • AGRI 3301 - Greenhouse Management

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of managing and maintaining a greenhouse. It will include basic selection and management of appropriate plants for greenhouses and specific types of greenhouse operations. Daily operations and industry related skills will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • AGRI 3302 - Community Gardening

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of gardening, including its relationship to public outreach and community development. Individuals will explore practical application of gardening and economics. Organic gardening, management, pests, and STEM education and other concepts will be explored. AGRI 3302 and BIOL 3302 are equivalent. Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • AGRI 3303 - Organic Farming and Gardening

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of organic farming, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to organic production. Plant physiology, management, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • AGRI 3304 - Plant Science

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of plant growth, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of agronomic principles to crop production. Plant physiology, histology, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1131 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • AGRI 3305 - Principles of Sustainable Agriculture

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of sustainable agriculture, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to sustainability. Plant physiology, management, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • AGRI 3306 - Soil Science

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of soil science and soil ecology, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to agricultural production. Soil utilization, management, enhancement, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • AGRI 3311 - Pest Management

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of pests within the agriculture field, including those that affect both humans and the environment. I variety of pests seen in animal and plant production, and their related economic effect will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • AGRI 3312 - Animal Nutrition

    3.0 - 3.0
    This is a course designed to introduce the study of animal nutrition. Topics include the nutrition of companion animals, livestock, and exotics. Topics will also include the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry, nutrient procurement and use, metabolic diseases, and diet therapy. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710.
  
  • AGRI 3330 - Human Dimensions of Wildlife Management

    3.0 - 3.0
    practical application management. Biodiversity, agricultural influences, urban wildlife, species and group overviews, economics and other ecology concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): none.
  
  • AGRI 4301 - Capstone in Urban Agriculture

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will solidify the concepts covered throughout the Urban Agriculture concentration and will promote critical thinking and effective writing on these topics. Format includes exchange between student and industry professionals in order to build leadership skills and connections.Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • AGRI 4302 - Conservation of Natural Renewable Resources

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. This course will explore the basic principles and philosophies associated with the development, management and use of natural and renewable resources; both social and ecological and factors associated in management alternatives involving the natural environment and use of renewable resources. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 The Agricultural Industry or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or any equivalent science course.
  
  • AGRI 4310 - Animal Physiology

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of animal physiology, including the associated basic principles of animal anatomy and environmental influences on physiology. We will discuss species variety, classification, and biogeographic relationship with physiology as well as histology and nutrition. AGRI 4310 and BIOL 4310 are equivalent. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331: The Agricultural Industry or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent course.
  
  • AGRI 4311 - Herpetology

    3.0 - 3.0
    This is a course designed to introduce the study of herpetology in all aspects. Topics include the anatomy, physiology, taxonomy, systematics, natural history, distribution, ecology, and conservation of amphibians and reptiles; primarily North American species with emphasis on local species. AGRI 4311 and BIOL 4311 are equivalent. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331: The Agricultural Industry or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent course.
  
  • AGRI 4390 - Mentored Undergraduate Research in Agriculture

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will exp lore the basic principles of agriculture related research and Investigation. This problem based class will allow the student to investigate a concept of their choice by using the scientific method under the guidance of a faculty member. Prerequisite(s): Any AGRI course.
  
  • AGRI 4900 - Special Problems/Topics

    1.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: N/A
    1-3 hours.

Anthropology - Undergraduate

  
  • ANTH 2900 - Special Problems

    1.0-3.0
    2900. 1-3 hours each.
  
  • ANTH 2900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    2900. 1-3 hours each.
  
  • ANTH 4900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    4900. 1-3 hours each.

Applied Economics - Undergraduate

  
  • AECO 2900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    2900. 1-3 hours each.
  
  • AECO 4080 - Principles of Economic and Community Development

    3.0 - 3.0
    4080. 3 hours. Presents a broad, interdisciplinary perspective on the local and regional economic development process. Topics include economic base analysis, industrial targeting and recruitment, tax incentives and economic impact analysis.
  
  • AECO 4090 - The Political Economy of Texas

    3.0 - 3.0
    4090. 3 hours. Interdisciplinary survey of the demographic, political and economic forces influencing Texas’ emergence as a modern industrial state. Topics include Texas’ fiscal and regulatory environments, human capital needs, and relationship with the federal government.

Applied Gerontology - Undergraduate

  
  • AGER 2250 - Images of Aging in Film and Literature

    3.0 - 3.0
    2250. 3 hours. Study of attitudes toward aging through depictions of the elderly in English-language films and literary works. A major goal of the course is to replace stereotypical views of the elderly with an understanding of the variety of human experience in the last decades of life.
  
  • AGER 2900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    2900. 1-3 hours each.
  
  • AGER 4500 - Long-Term Care Case Management with Older Adults

    3.0 - 3.0
    4500. 3 hours. This practitioner-oriented course focuses on the foundations of case/care management and the care management process as practiced with impaired elderly clients and their family caregivers. Topics include older client intake and assessment, establishing goals and a plan of care, coordinating and linking services and resources, and managing and monitoring care. Situations commonly encountered with at-risk elders are examined using protocols.
  
  • AGER 4550 - Sociology of Aging

    3.0 - 3.0
    4550. 3 hours. Twenty-somethings, generation Xers, baby boomersall will be senior citizens sooner or later. Their sex, race/ethnicity and social class will affect their experience of aging. Course explores issues related to successful aging, including what young adults should be doing now to ensure that they have happy, healthy, wealthy and creative golden years. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1510 or equivalent. (Same course as SOCI 4550.)
  
  • AGER 4560 - Minority Aging

    3.0 - 3.0
    4560. 3 hours. Introduction to the study of minority elderly in the United States, including their physical and mental health, income security, family relations, and service issues. Course content focuses on African-American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, and Native American elders.
  
  • AGER 4750 - Sexuality and Aging

    3.0 - 3.0
    4750. 3 hours. One of the most pervasive myths of aging is that older people are non-sexual. This course challenges popular stereotypes and examines sexual attitudes, activity and behavior as people age. In addition to common social beliefs and attitudes that may affect the opportunity for sexual expression among older adults, biological changes and sexual response are explored, as are other aspects of intimacy important to aging individuals.
  
  • AGER 4780 - Aging Programs and Services

    3.0 - 3.0
    4780. 3 hours. Introduction to the history of social policy in aging; derivations and directions of public policy, interrelationships of agencies; discussion of selected programs and services for the aged.
  
  • AGER 4900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    4900. 1-3 hours each.

Art - Undergraduate

  
  • ART 1300 - Art Appreciation for Non-Art Majors

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: ARTS 1301
    1300 (ARTS 1301). 3 hours. Introduction to basic concepts and vocabularies of the visual arts worldwide, designed to expand aesthetic growth and involvement with the visual world.
  
  • ART 1303 - Survey of Art History I

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: ARTS 1303
    1303 (ARTS 1303) 3 hours. Survey of visual art from Prehistoric to 14th Century. Involves the synthesis and interpretation of artistic expression and invites critical, creative and innovative communication about works of art.
  
  • ART 1304 - Survey of Art History II

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: ARTS 1304
    1304 (ARTS 1304) 3 hours. Survey of visual art from the 14th Century to the 21st Century. Involves the synthesis and interpretation of artistic expression and invites critical, creative and innovative communication about works of art.
  
  • ART 1305 - Digital Manipulated Photography

    1.0 - 1.0
    1305. 1 hour. Introduction to basic concepts and vocabularies of digitally manipulated photography, designed to expand aesthetic growth and involvement with the visual world.
  
  • ART 2900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    2900. 1-3 hours each. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.

Art Education and Art History - Undergraduate

  
  • AEAH 1750 - Visual Arts Integration

    1.0 - 1.0
    1750. 1 hour (0;2). An exploration of planning for meaningful visual art integration within early childhood and elementary education, experimentation with a variety of media and processes, along with an appreciation of a variety of art forms.
  
  • AEAH 2900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    2900. 1-3 hours each.
  
  • AEAH 3750 - Children and Art

    3.0 - 3.0
    3750. 3 hours. (2;4) An exploration of the elements and principles of art; experimentation with a variety of art media as related to the theories of creative development and an appreciation of a variety of visual art forms. Concurrent enrollment in lecture/lab component required.

Bilingual and ESL Education - Undergraduate

  
  • EDBE 3470 - Foundations of Bilingual and English as Second Language Education

    3.0 - 3.0
    3470. 3 hours. Examination of philosophies and theoretical underpinnings of bilingual and ESL education, including a review of historical antecedents of bilingual education and evolution of federal and state language policies governing the education of language-minority children. Required for students seeking EC-6 certification with specialization in bilingual or ESL education and for all students seeking 4-8 certification. May be taken concurrently with EDBE 3480.
  
  • EDBE 3480 - Bilingualism and Multiculturism for English Language Learning : Issues and Perspectives

    3.0 - 3.0
    3480. 3 hours. Study of the bilingual / ESL learner; perspectives on multiculturism; discussions of cognitive, social and affective factors impacting second language development; insights into education in a pluralistic society. Three lecture hours a week. Required for students seeking EC-6 certification with specialization in bilingual or ESL education and for all students seeking 4-8 certification. May be taken concurrently with EDBE 3470.
  
  • EDBE 4370 - Teaching Literacy in Spanish

    3.0 - 3.0
    Examines the SLAR TEKS and the relationship to theoretically based practice and application of Spanish literacy instruction specifically for ELL academic success that is developmentally appropriate to foster emergent readers and writers. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 3320.
  
  • EDBE 4395 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Spanish EC-12

    3.0 - 3.0
    Provides an overview of methods and materials for teaching Spanish in the EC-12 classroom; it precedes clinical teaching and ensures that aspiring Languages Other Than English (LOTE-Spanish) certification candidates possess the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be a successful teacher. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 3320. Corequisite(s): EDBE 4480; SPAN 4250.
  
  • EDBE 4470 - Curriculum and Assessment for Bilingual/ESL Education

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. Examination of the organization of curriculum for second language learners with special focus on testing and evaluation procedures appropriate for bilingual and ESL classrooms; study of formal and informal assessment of language proficiency for instructional purposes and use of standardized achievement tests. Three lecture hours a week. Course required for students in grades EC-4 or 4-8 generalist certification with specialization in bilingual or ESL education. Prerequisite(s): Student must complete EDBE 3470 and EDBE 3480. Admission to Emerging Teacher Institute or permission of department.
  
  • EDBE 4480 - Bilingual Approaches to Content-Based Learning

    3.0 - 3.0
    4480. 3 hours. Study of appropriate first language usage in bilingual classrooms, focusing on different core curriculum areas, methods and materials and review of language distribution strategies. Focus on responsive instruction that makes use of effective communication techniques and instructional strategies that actively involve students in the learning process. Required for students seeking EC-6 certification with specialization in bilingual education. Requires 10 hours of field experience in a bilingual education classroom. Language of instruction is Spanish. Placement through departmental Spanish proficiency exam. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to Emerging Teacher Institute and approved for Clinical 1 Methods enrollment.
  
  • EDBE 4490 - Teaching ESL EC-12: Instructional Strategies and Resources

    3.0 - 3.0
    4490. 3 hours. Study of methods and techniques of teaching English as a second language in elementary and secondary schools; language development techniques and materials for students at different levels of English proficiency. The course focuses on helping students to develop strategies (consistent with state standards for language and content learning) that can improve the English language proficiency and grade level subject matter knowledge of English language learners. Three lecture hours a week. Required for students seeking grades EC-6 generalist certification with specialization in bilingual or ESL education or 4-8 certification with mathematics/ESL, science/ESL, social studies/ESL or reading/LA/ESL or special education. Requires 10 hours of field experiences. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to Emerging Teacher Institute or granted department exception.
  
  • EDBE 4900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    4900. 1-3 hours each.

Biochemistry - Undergraduate

  
  • BIOC 2900 - Introduction to Biochemical Research

    1.0 - 3.0
    2900. 1-3 hours each. Individualized laboratory instruction. Students may begin training on laboratory research techniques. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1430 (may be taken concurrently) and consent of instructor. For elective credit only; may not be substituted for required chemistry courses.
  
  • BIOC 3300 - Elementary Biochemistry

    3.0 - 3.0
    3300. 3 hours. Chemistry of biomolecules; amino acids, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleotides, nucleic acids, vitamins and coenzymes; metabolism of biomolecules, generation and utilization of energy. Counts toward chemistry minor for biology majors. For students needing one semester biochemistry course. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2370, CHEM 2380, CHEM 3210, CHEM 3220.

Biology - Undergraduate

  
  • BIOL 1082 - Biology for Educators

    3.0 - 3.0
    1082. 3 hours (3;3). Develop a meaningful and functional command of key biological concepts; an understanding of the interrelationships among all living things; and a correlation between what pre-service teachers are required to learn and what they will be required to teach. Includes laboratory. This is a general biology course with laboratory designated for elementary and middle school education majors for seeking teacher certification.
  
  • BIOL 1132 - Environmental Science

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 2406
    1132 (2406). 3 hours (3;2). Interdisciplinary approach to understanding basic concepts in environmental science including critical scientific thought, biodiversity, resource management, pollution, global climate change, resource consumption and population growth. Emphasis on how these concepts affect and are affected by human society. Includes laboratory. May not be counted towards a major in biology.
  
  • BIOL 1300 - Biology for Non Majors

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 1308
    1300 (1308). 3 hours. Introduction to the science of biology including: the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs, cellular processes, cell division, principles of inheritance, evolution, the diversity of life, and ecology. Includes a laboratory component.
  
  • BIOL 1307 - Agronomy

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of agronomy, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to crop production. Plant physiology, management, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored.This course will explore the basic principles of agronomy, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to crop production. Plant physiology, management, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. AGRI 1307 and BIOL 1307 are equivalent. Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • BIOL 1315 - Horticulture

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of horticulture, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of landscaping and economic production of plants. Plant physiology, histology, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): none.
  
  • BIOL 1319 - Introductory Animal Science

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of animal science, including the associated basic principles of animal anatomy and physiology, animal breeding, and breed types. We will discuss economics of the animal science industry, and basic pathology of domesticated animals. AGRI 1319 and BIOL 1319 are equivalent.Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • BIOL 1331 - The Agricultural Industry

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of agriculture, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of agriculture principles. Animal production, plant production, agricultural management practices, economics and other agricultural concepts will be explored. AGRI 1331 and BIOL 1331 are equivalent. Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • BIOL 1710 - Biology for Science Majors I

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 1306
    1710 (1306). 3 hours. (3;0;1) An integrated approach to cell and molecular biology with an emphasis on biological chemistry, cell structure and function, Mendelian and molecular genetics, and evolutionary biology. For students preparing for advanced study in the biological sciences. Prerequisite(s): Course should be taken concurrently with BIOL 1730.
  
  • BIOL 1720 - Biology for Science Majors II

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 1307
    1720 (1307). 3 hours. An integrated approach to the anatomical, physiological and functional aspects of nutrition, gas exchange, transport, reproduction, development, regulation, response and ecology of microorganisms, plants and animals. Required of all biology majors. For students preparing for advanced study in the biological sciences. Prerequisite(s): Course should be taken concurrently with BIOL 1740.
  
  • BIOL 1730 - Biology for Science Majors I Laboratory

    1.0 - 1.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 1106
    1730 (1106). 1 hour. (0;3) Laboratory techniques for BIOL 1710. Prerequisite(s): Credit for or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1710.
  
  • BIOL 1740 - Biology for Science Majors II Laboratory

    1.0 - 1.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 1107
    1740 (1107). 1 hour. (0;3) Laboratory techniques for BIOL 1720. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1710/1730 and credit for or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1720.
  
  • BIOL 2140 - Principles of Ecology

    3.0-3.0
    2140. 3 hours. Ecological and evolutionary approach to understanding distribution, abundance, dispersion and form-function diversity of organisms. Focus on organisms, their physiological and life history adaptations, and populations. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1710/1730 and 1720/1740 or equivalent.
  
  • BIOL 2301 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 2301
    2301 (2301). 3 hours. Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body including biological chemistry, cell morphology, membrane and tissue physiology, musculoskeletal system and the nervous system. For kinesiology, dance majors and allied health students. Prerequisite(s): Credit for or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 2311.
  
  • BIOL 2302 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 2302
    2302 (2302). 3 hours. Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body including the endocrine, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, urinary, and reproductive systems. For kinesiology, dance majors and allied health students. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2301/2311 and credit for or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 2312.
  
  • BIOL 2311 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory

    1.0 - 1.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 2101
    2311 (2101). 1 hour. Laboratory studies examiningthe functional anatomy and physiology of the human body including cell morphology, tissue histology, musculoskeletal anatomy and nervous system anatomy. For kinesiology, dance majors and allied health students. Prerequisite(s): Credit for or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 2301.
  
  • BIOL 2312 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory

    1.0 - 1.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 2102
    2312 (2102). 1 hour. Laboratory studies examining the functional anatomy and physiology of the human body including the endocrine, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, urinary and reproductive systems. For kinesiology, dance majors and allied health students. Prerequisite(s): Credit for or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 2302.
  
  • BIOL 2330 - Wildlife Conservation and Management

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of wildlife management, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application management. Biodiversity, agricultural influences, urban wildlife, species and group overviews, economics and other ecology management concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331, BIOL 1710, BIOL 1132, or GEOG 1710 (or their equivalents).
  
  • BIOL 2900 - Special Problems

    1.0 - 3.0
    2900. 1-3 hours each. Individual readings and laboratory research projects in the biological sciences.
  
  • BIOL 3090 - Mentored Undergraduate Research

    3.0 - 3.0
    3090. 3 hours. Introduction to research methods for undergraduates including proposal preparation, literature review, independent mentored study and investigation with appropriate methodology, and scientific dissemination of results. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
  
  • BIOL 3107 - Microbiology Laboratory

    1.0 - 1.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 2121
    3107 (2121). 1 hour (0;4). Laboratory techniques in general microbiology.  Survey of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and algae.  Culture, staining, and identification of bacteria.  Prerequisite(s): Credit for or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 2041 and CHEM 1420.
  
  • BIOL 3151 - Introduction to Genetics and Genomics Lab

    3.0 - 3.0
    3 hours. In this course, students investigate the basic principles of genetics using core “wet-lab” techniques and advanced protocols. This course has been designed to prepare students to independently perform a variety of basic, yet functional tasks in a biomedical/research lab. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3451;  BIOL 1710 / 1730 or BIOL 1711 / 1733; BIOL 1720 / 1740 or BIOL 1722 / 1744; BIOL 2041 / 2042 or BIOL 2140 or BIOL 2241 or BIOL 2251 or BIOL 2302 / 2312; CHEM 2370. Corequisite(s): BIOL 3451.
  
  • BIOL 3301 - Greenhouse Management

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of managing and maintaining a greenhouse. It will include basic selection and management of appropriate plants for greenhouses and specific types of greenhouse operations. Daily operations and industry related skills will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • BIOL 3302 - Community Gardening

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of gardening, including its relationship to public outreach and community development. Individuals will explore practical application of gardening and economics. Organic gardening, management, pests, and STEM education and other concepts will be explored. AGRI 3302 and BIOL 3302 are equivalent. Prerequisite(s): None.
  
  • BIOL 3303 - Organic Farming and Gardening

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of organic farming, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to organic production. Plant physiology, management, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • BIOL 3304 - Plant Science

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of plant growth, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of agronomic principles to crop production. Plant physiology, histology, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1131 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • BIOL 3305 - Principles of Sustainable Agriculture

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of sustainable agriculture, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to sustainability. Plant physiology, management, pests, genetics, propagation, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • BIOL 3306 - Soil Science

    3.0 - 3.0
    This course will explore the basic principles of soil science and soil ecology, including human and environmental influences and related theoretical and practical application of principles to agricultural production. Soil utilization, management, enhancement, economics and other concepts will be explored. Prerequisite(s): AGRI 1331 or BIOL 1710 or BIOL 1132 or GEOG 1710 or equivalent.
  
  • BIOL 3307 - Microbiology

    3.0 - 3.0
    TCCNS Number: BIOL 2321
    3307 (2321). 3 hours. Survey of the microbial world; classification, ecology, morphology and physiology of eukaryotic and prokaryotic mircroorganisms.  Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1710/1730 and credit for, or concurrent enrollment in, BIOL 1720/1740.
 

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