May 18, 2024  
2014-15 NSU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2014-15 NSU Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • ART 3173 - Illustration #

    3 Hours. Introduction to the basic visual principles, tools and techniques used by professional illustrators. Analysis and production of illustrations using a variety of media. Emphasis on design, craftsmanship, originality and suitability for the intended audience. Prerequisite: ART 1213 Drawing I, and ART 1233 2D Design.
  
  • ART 3213 - Art History Survey I #

    3 Hours. The history and development of art, architecture, sculpture and other visual arts from prehistoric to Renaissance. Dual-listed: HUM 3213
  
  • ART 3223 - Art History Survey II #

    3 Hours. Survey of Art History from Renaissance to mid-nineteenth century. Credit may not be earned in both HUM 3223 and ART 3223. Dual-listed: HUM 3223
  
  • ART 3243 - Figure Drawing II #

    3 Hours. Extended exploration of figure drawing with increased emphasis on creativity and expression. Prerequisite: ART 3123 Figure Drawing I.
  
  • ART 3273 - Identity Systems #

    3 Hours. Advanced problems in the design process and concept development of corporate identity, collateral design and branding theories.  Course also surveys case studies of major brand developments and failures. Prerequisite: ART 3353 Typography, and ART 3853 Publication Design
  
  • ART 3323 - Painting I #

    3 Hours. Introduction to the use of oil or acrylic paint.   Supervised studio development of individual expression in form and color.  Prerequisite: ART 1213 Drawing I, ART 1233 2D Design, and ART 1253 Color I.
  
  • ART 3353 - Typography #

    3 Hours. Introduction to typography - the art of designing with type. Study of the general history and aesthetics of type and letterforms. Introduction to digital typesetting on the computer. Prerequisite: ART 1173 Computer Applications in Art, and ART 1233 2D Design.
  
  • ART 3401 - Honors Research I

    1 Hours. Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above.
  
  • ART 3402 - Honors Research II

    2 Hours. Research and development of scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above, ART 3401 Honors Research I
  
  • ART 3413 - Painting II #

    3 Hours. Extended exploration of painting skills and techniques with increased emphasis on creativity and expression. Prerequisite: ART 3323 Painting I.
  
  • ART 3423 - Ceramics I #

    3 Hours. Supervised work with clay in several building processes. Experimentation in glazing and kiln firing.
  
  • ART 3433 - Ceramics II #

    3 Hours. Continuation of Art 3423 with an emphasis on advanced wheel thrown techniques and handbuilding processes. Experimentation in advanced glazing procedures. Prerequisite: ART 3423 Ceramics I.
  
  • ART 3443 - Sculpture II#

    3 Hours. Continuation of Art 2443 with an emphasis on advanced skills and techniques of sculpture using a variety of materials. Prerequisite: ART 2333 3D Design, and ART 2443 Sculpture I.
  
  • ART 3533 - Watercolor II#

    3 Hours. Continued study of watercolor techniques with an increased emphasis on individual expression. Prerequisite: Art 2413 Watercolor I.
  
  • ART 3542 - Elementary Art Education

    2 Hours. Information, methods, activities, materials, and tools appropriate for teachers of arts and crafts at the elementary (K-6) level.
  
  • ART 3563 - Printmaking #

    3 Hours. Introduction to design and processes using relief and intaglio printmaking techniques. Study of the history of printmaking and its relation to current graphic design practices. Prerequisite: Art 1213 Drawing I and 1233 2D Design.
  
  • ART 3573 - Photoshop #

    3 Hours. In-depth, hands-on training using the image editing software package Adobe Photoshop. This course will cover all the major professional uses of Photoshop, including color manipulation and correction, compositing of multiple images, and the preparation of image files for multiple uses such as print and web design.
  
  • ART 3583 - Silkscreen #

    3 Hours. Supervised projects in the fine art applications of silkscreen printing. Experimentation with a variety of techniques and design approaches.
  
  • ART 3663 - Mural Painting #

    3 Hours. An introduction to the history of mural painting and the design and execution of a large scale mural project.  An emphasis will be placed on practical issues and application including the materials, equipment, business practices, funding and  promotion associated with the creation of a mural.  Prerequisite: ART 1213 Drawing I, ART 1233 2D Design, and ART 1253 Color I. Students will assist in the painting of the mural.
  
  • ART 3673 - History of Graphic Design #

    3 Hours. Comprehensive survey of graphic design from ancient history to the current.  Course will cover important milestones from the invention of moveable type, creation of the Bauhaus and the effects of the internet.
  
  • ART 3853 - Publication Design #

    3 Hours. Advanced production of multi-page documents, such as books and periodicals. Problems dealing with page flow and information layout, and advanced study of page layout software. Prerequisite: ART 1173 Computer Applications in Art, ART 1233 2D Design, ART 1273 Graphic Design I, ART 2173 Graphic Design II, and ART  3353 Typography.
  
  • ART 3873 - Design Theory #

    3 Hours. Lecture course in current trends and design psychology.  Course surveys psychological aspects of basic design aesthetics such as gestalt, semiotics, color as well as cultural shifts towards specific aesthetic trends.
  
  • ART 3973 - Advertising Campaign #

    3 Hours. Advanced studio projects exploring advertising design, concepts, aesthetics and utilizing contemporary advertising media formats.  Course also surveys case studies of both major and cutting-edge advertising campaigns. Prerequisite: ART 3353 Typography, ART 3853 Publication Design
  
  • ART 4010 - Special Media #

    1-3 Hours. Experimentation in special media and creative expression in innovative art forms. Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated, using different media, for a maximum of six credit hours.
  
  • ART 4033 - Figure Drawing III #

    3 Hours. Advanced development of the skills and techniques of objective drawing from a human model. Prerequisite: ART 3243 Figure Drawing II
  
  • ART 4073 - Multimedia Design #

    3 Hours. Introduction to designing interactive and time-based media for delivery on internet, television and other media. Analysis and production of designs for multiple media delivery systems. Study and development of navigation systems, information flow and interactivity. Prerequisite: ART 1173 Computer Applications in Art, ART 1233 2D Design, ART 1273 Graphic Design I,  ART 3353 Typography
  
  • ART 4083 - Multimedia Design II #

    3 Hours. Advanced production of designs for varying media using professional graphics software.  Problems dealing with traditional print design as well as introduction to web and motion-based design.  Prerequisite: ART 1173 Computer Applications in Art, ART 1233 2D Design , ART 1273 Graphic Design I,  ART 3353 Typography.
  
  • ART 4123 - Painting III #

    3 Hours. Supervised advanced study of materials, techniques, and composition with an emphasis on creativity and expression. Prerequisite: ART 3323 Painting I, and ART 3413 Painting II
  
  • ART 4133 - Painting IV #

    3 Hours. Advanced study of concepts, materials and techniques in oils, acrylic or other contemporary painting materials. Prerequisite: ART 4123 Painting III
  
  • ART 4173 - Web Graphics I #

    3 Hours. Basic design and web aesthetic concepts, nomenclature, software, and processes used in the design and creation of websites.  Includes introduction to HTML, CSS and optimization issues. Prerequisite: ART 1173 Computer Applications in Art and ART 1233 2D Design
  
  • ART 4203 - Advanced Photography

    3 Hours. A course designed to familiarize students with advanced photographic techniques and to develop photo skills comparable to that of the professional photographer. Student must furnish a 35mm single lens reflex camera or equivalent plus film and photographic paper.
  
  • ART 4233 - Secondary Art Education

    3 Hours. Study of the functions of art in secondary (7-12) schools; curricula in art education; supervised experimentation in media and teaching methods. Prerequisite: Junior standing and ART 3542 Elementary Art Education
  
  • ART 4273 - Web Graphics II #

    3 Hours. Advanced exercises and problem solving in creating information architecture, user navigation and graphic layouts along with an introduction to motion graphics and the motion editing software Adobe Flash.  The course includes a survey of common flash formats which include web banners, web site creation, slide shows and kiosk interfaces. Prerequisite: ART 4173 Web Graphics I
  
  • ART 4283 - History of American Art #

    3 Hours. A comprehensive survey of North American painting, sculpture, architecture and minor arts from the Colonial Period to the present. Ethnic influences, European foundations, and uniquely American traditions in the arts will be emphasized.
  
  • ART 4303 - Individual Studio: Painting

    3 Hours. Opportunity for advanced and graduate art majors to continue the study of painting after completing Painting I-III. Prerequisite: Art 4123 Painting III and instructor’s permission
  
  • ART 4323 - Individual Studio: 2D Design

    Advanced study in the student’s choice of pictorial media after completing a basic course in that specific area. Prerequisite: one course in the area and instructor’s permission.
  
  • ART 4401 - Honors Research IV

    1 Hours. All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity,  All other students are expected to attend. Prerequisite: Honors student, ART 4402 Honors Research III
  
  • ART 4402 - Honors Research III

    2 Hours. Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.  Prerequisite: Honors student, Senior standing, ART 3402 Honors Research II
  
  • ART 4403 - Lithography #

    3 Hours. Supervised hand processes, technique and design in the fine art medium of plate and stone lithography. Studies involve artistic design preparations, lithographic stone processes, press operations and editioning. Prerequisite: Art 1213 Drawing I, ART 3563 Printmaking
  
  • ART 4423 - Individual Studio: Ceramics

    3 Hours. Provides for advanced and graduate art majors to continue study in ceramics after completing the required course. Prerequisite: Art 3423 Ceramics I and instructor’s permission.
  
  • ART 4443 - Individual Studio: Sculpture

    3 Hours. Independent projects to further the skill of advanced and graduate students after having completed a first course in the medium. Prerequisite: Art 2443 Sculpture I and instructor’s permission
  
  • ART 4453 - Contemporary Art History #

    3 Hours. Continuation of Art 3213 Art History Survey I and Art 3223 Art History Survey II. From late nineteenth century to the present. Dual-listed: HUM 4453
  
  • ART 4463 - Sculpture III #

    3 Hours. Experimentation and creative design in sculpture media. Study and production of sculptural works using advanced techniques and processes. Prerequisite: Art 3443 Sculpture II
  
  • ART 4473 - Ceramics III #

    3 Hours. Exploration of form and function of the potter’s wheel.  Emphasis on surface design, focus on sups, englobes, glazes, overglazes, and luster used as a painting medium on ceramic form. Prerequisite: ART 3423 Ceramics I, ART 3433 Ceramics II
  
  • ART 4513 - Asian Art #

    3 Hours. Study of the major artistic traditions and achievements in one or more Asian Countries - including China, Japan, Korea, and/or India - with a focus on the art’s styles, functions, themes, and iconography within its cultural, historical, philosophical, and religious contexts.
  
  • ART 4563 - Sculpture IV #

    3 Hours. A continuation of Sculpture III with advanced exploration of form.  Advanced art criticism and development of a personal style, advanced modeling, casting, carving, and assembling. Prerequisite: ART 4463 Sculpture III
  
  • ART 4573 - Ceramics IV #

    3 Hours. Ceramics IV is a continuation of Ceramics III with advanced exploration of form, finish, glazing, firing, and portfolio presentation.  Glazing process to include raku, low fire salt, sup resist, sagear firing, and oxidation/reduction stoneware. Prerequisite: ART 4473 Ceramics III
  
  • ART 4801 - Capstone Senior Exhibition

    1 Hours. Guided planning, preparations, and production for Capstone experiences of senior exhibition, professional portfolio and resume for the graduating art student. Prerequisite: Art or Art Education Major in Senior year
  
  • ART 4803 - Senior Exhibition

    3 Hours. A capstone course for studio art majors highlighting professional business practices and self-promotion and culminating in the preparation and production of a gallery exhibition comprised of the student’s work.
  
  • ART 4913 - Graphic Design Internship

    3 Hours. A working internship with actual clients, projects and deadlines. Designed to provide the graphic design major an opportunity to work side by side with design professionals. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
  
  • ART 4973 - Portfolio

    3 Hours. Designed to prepare students for entrance into the art-related job market. Projects include résumé writing, organizing a traditional and digital portfolio, and designing a website of personal work. Prerequisite: Art  1173 Computer Applications in Art, ART 1273 Graphic Design I, ART 4173 Web Graphics I
  
  • BADM 1113 - Introduction to Business

    3 Hours. A survey of business in the global environment with emphasis on the stakeholders involved and the issues confronting managers. The course examines the functional areas of the enterprise in addition to providing an overview of the business system. Not open to junior or senior business students.
  
  • BADM 3023 - Gender in a Global Marketplace

    3 Hours. This practical, “how to” course covers inter-gender and cross-gender business etiquette, communication, professionalism, and career development. Modern mixed-role placement makes this a relevant course for both genders. Dual-listed: IBUS 3023
  
  • BADM 3253 - Management Analysis and Control

    3 Hours. Students investigate management control issues in entrepreneurial and existing businesses.  Students learn to perform financial statement analyses (as they relate to management issues); to develop and use budgets, understand the relationships among business transactions, and how financial statement information can be used to solve managerial problems. Prerequisite: FIN 3213 Principles of Finance with a minimum grade of C
  
  • BADM 3320 - Business Administration Seminar

    1-3 Hours. Special studies, research, and/or activities. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. May be on campus or in field.
  
  • BADM 3351 - Professional Development

    1 Hours. The student will focus on the assessment of personal qualities necessary for professional success, including leadership, communication, and team skills.  Alternatives for development of weaker areas will be discussed.
  
  • BADM 3361 - Career Development

    1 Hours. Students will develop a career goal, build a resume, and participate in a mock interview.  Guest speakers from a variety of business and technology professionals will present their perspective on career development.
  
  • BADM 3371 - Business Etiquette

    1 Hours. Students will focus on appropriate behavior in a professional setting, including employment literacy skills, appropriate dress, and dining etiquette.
  
  • BADM 3401 - Honors Research I

    1 Hours. Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above
  
  • BADM 3402 - Honors Research II

    2 Hours. Research and development of scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above, BADM 3401 Honors Research I
  
  • BADM 3933 - Business Statistics #

    3 Hours. Analysis of data using descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics will include graphical descriptors, numerical measures, probability distributions, sampling distributions, parameter estimation, hypothesis testing and regression and correlation. Spreadsheet software will be used. Prerequisite: Math 1513 College Algebra and computer proficiency. Students may not receive credit in both MATH 3513 and BADM 3933. Dual-listed: MATH 3513
  
  • BADM 3963 - Quantitative Methods for Business Decision Making

    3 Hours. A problem-solving course which teaches students the development and exploration of computer-based, quantitative decision making models.  The course will cover methodologies of decision making, such as linear regression, multiple regression, ANOVA, linear programming, decision analysis and project management. Prerequisite: BADM 3933 Business Statistics or MATH 3513 Statistical Methods with a minimum grade of C
  
  • BADM 4003 - Contemporary Business Issues

    3 Hours. Business trends. Upper division seminar devoted to an investigation, analysis, and discussion of American business trends, policies, and current issues. Junior standing or above.
  
  • BADM 4310 - Special Topics in Business Administration

    1-4 Hours. Study of a business administration topic of current or special interest. The following conditions must be met: (1) Junior, Senior or Graduate student, (2) a major from one of the Business Division areas, and (3) permission from the instructor.
  
  • BADM 4401 - Honors Research IV

    1 Hours. All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity. All other students are expected to attend. Prerequisite: Honors students, BADM 4402 Honors Research III.
  
  • BADM 4402 - Honors Research III

    2 Hours. Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Senior standing, BADM 3402 Honors Research II.
  
  • BADM 4423 - Business Statistics II #

    3 Hours. Chi-square and nonparametric tests, the F distribution, and analysis of variance, decision-making under uncertainty, Bayesian decision theory; time series analysis and regression analysis. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and BADM 3933 Business Statistics.
  
  • BADM 4911 - Business Administration Capstone

    1 Hours. Students majoring in Business Administration will compile a senior portfolio that provides evidence of achievement of learning outcomes for the BADM major. Pass/Fail. Prerequisite: Senior status, available only to Business Administration majors.
  
  • BADM 4950 - Business Internship

    1-6 Hours. Work in an approved business related to the student’s major. Consists of applying knowledge which has been gained while working toward a degree. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above and approval of the department chair. Maximum of 3 hours can apply as a Business elective.
  
  • BIOL 1111 - General Biological Science Lab#

    1 Hours. This laboratory course focuses on the processes of scientific investigations and the nature of scientific explanations in the Biological Sciences.  No major or minor credit.  This course taken with BIOL 1113 satisfies the general education requirement in the Biological Sciences, including the laboratory requirement.  Students cannot receive credit for BIOL 1114 and BIOL 1111.  Prerequisite or corequisite:  BIOL 1113 General Biological Science (Lecture).  Two hours of lab per week.
  
  • BIOL 1113 - General Biological Science (Lecture)#

    3 Hours. An introductory course concerned with fundamental biological principles, including form, function, and diversity of living things; genetics; evolution; and ecology.  No major or minor credit.  This course satisfies the general education requirement in Biological Sciences, except for the lab requirement.  General education requirements include on laboratory course in either Physical or Biological Sciences.  Students cannot receive credit for BIOL 1114 and BIOL 1113.  Three hours of lecture per week. 
  
  • BIOL 1114 - General Biological Science #

    4 Hours. An introductory course concerned with fundamental biological principles, including form, function, and diversity of living things; genetics; evolution and ecology.  The laboratory component focuses on the processes of scientific investigations and the nature of scientific explanations in the Biological Sciences.  This course satisfies the general education requirement in Biological Sciences, including the lab requirement.  Students cannot receive credit for BIOL 1114 and BIOL 1113 or BIOL 1111.  Three hours of lecture and two hours of lab per week. No major or minor credit.
  
  • BIOL 1123 - Evolution and Diversity#

    3 Hours. An introduction to the origins of living organisms and the mechanisms of evolution that gave rise to the current diversity of species.  Includes coverage of the origins and characteristics of major groups in the three domains of living organisms. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 1123 General Chemistry I (Lecture) recommended.
  
  • BIOL 1131 - Investigative Laboratory#

    1 Hours. A practical introduction to scientific inquiry, including hypothesis development, experimental design, data collection, data analysis, and interpretation. Prerequisite: MATH 1513 College Algebra or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • BIOL 2154 - Human Anatomy#

    4 Hours. A study of the structure of the human body with emphasis on terminology and organ systems. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity. Three hours of lecture and two hours of lab per week.
  
  • BIOL 3003 - Plant Biology#

    3 Hours. A study of plant growth and development including cellular organization, metabolism, and responses to the environment.  Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 3124 Cell Biology.
  
  • BIOL 3013 - Animal Biology#

    3 Hours. A study of the physiology of homeostasis, reproduction, growth, and development in different groups of animals.  Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 3124 Cell Biology.
  
  • BIOL 3114 - Genetics #

    4 Hours. Basic principles of genetics including classical transmission, molecular, and population genetics. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity, and CHEM 1123/1131 General Chemistry I Lecture and Lab.
  
  • BIOL 3124 - Cell Biology #

    Basic principles of cell biology including metabolism, macromolecular structure and function, and cellular structure and function. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity, CHEM 1223/1231 General Chemistry II Lecture and Lab.
  
  • BIOL 3133 - Evolution of Land Plants#

    3 Hours. Evolutionary history of land plants illustrated with vegetative and reproductive morphology, beginning with a description of the major algal division.  Includes some extinct plants, but emphasizes extant forms.  Lecture, laboratory, and field. Prerequisite: BIOL 3003 Plant Biology.
  
  • BIOL 3213 - Oklahoma Flora#

    3 Hours. Classification of plants, especially seed plants of the local flora; field and herbarium. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity.
  
  • BIOL 3214 - General Entomology#

    4 Hours. Fundamental principles of insect morphology, classification, life histories, and economic relations. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity. Lecture, laboratory and field.
  
  • BIOL 3224 - Microbiology #

    4 Hours. Study of the structure and function, growth and reproduction, metabolism, genetics, ecology, and diversity of microorganisms including prokaryotes, unicellular eukaryotes, and viruses.   Prerequisite: Majors Biology course with laboratory, CHEM 1223/1231 General Chemistry II Lecture and Lab or CHEM 3264 Chemistry for Life Sciences I. Lecture 3 hours per week; laboratory 3 hours per week.
  
  • BIOL 3244 - Ichthyology#

    4 Hours. Taxonomy, ecology, and natural history of fishes of the local regions. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity.  Lecture, laboratory and field (some overnight camping).
  
  • BIOL 3252 - Fisheries Research Methods#

    2 Hours. Research project design based upon the Federal Aid to the States program of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.  Sampling with standard inland fishery research gear and data analysis appropriate for various objectives.  Laboratory and field. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity and a course in Statistics (MATH 3513 recommended).
  
  • BIOL 3314 - Human Physiology#

    4 Hours. A descriptive and functional analysis of the human nervous, cardiovascular, muscular, respiratory, renal, digestive and endocrine systems with homeostatic, cellular and pathological considerations.  Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity, CHEM 1123,/1131 General Chemistry I Lecture & Lab. BIOL 2154 recommended.
  
  • BIOL 3324 - Pathophysiology #

    4 Hours. Studies of selected aspects of the physiological changes that produce the signs, symptoms and laboratory findings of underlying pathologic states. Prerequisite: BIOL 3314 Human Physiology or BIOL 3013 Animal Biology. Lecture.
  
  • BIOL 3334 - Plant Physiology#

    4 Hours. An introduction to the functions and interrelations of the various organs of the plant body.  Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 3003 Plant Biology.
  
  • BIOL 3344 - Environmental Physiology#

    4 Hours. A study of the physiological adaptations of vertebrates and invertebrates to their environments.  Topics include metabolism, thermoregulation, osmoregulation, respiration, circulation, movement and sensory physiology.  Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 3013 Animal Biology.
  
  • BIOL 3401 - Honors Research I

    1 Hours. Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above.
  
  • BIOL 3402 - Honors Research II

    2 Hours. Research and development of scholarly activity. Prerequisite: Honors student, Junior standing or above, BIOL 3401 Honors Research I.
  
  • BIOL 3413 - Environmental Problems #

    3 Hours. A series of readings, lectures, and discussions providing an insight into human ecology and the environmental problems facing the world within the conceptual frame of the ecosystem. May be taken in lieu of BIOL 1114 General Biological Science. (Junior standing required)
  
  • BIOL 3414 - Invertebrate Zoology#

    4 Hours. Structure, interrelationships, identification, and ecology of invertebrate animals, emphasis on local forms.  Lecture, laboratory, and field. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity.
  
  • BIOL 3423 - Evolution of Vertebrates#

    3 Hours. A study of the evolutionary history of vertebrates as illustrated by the fossil record and comparative study of living organisms.  Includes lecture, discussion, and demonstration exercises. Prerequisite: BIOL 3013 Animal Biology.
  
  • BIOL 3433 - Forest Botany#

    3 Hours. Identification, taxonomy, and distribution of forest trees and shrubs of the United States; their environmental conditions and utilization.  Forestry movement in U.S. and relation to industry and conservation. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity. Two hour lecture, two hour lab per week. Lecture, lab and field.
  
  • BIOL 3511 - Laboratory Teaching Internship

    1 Hours. For Biology and Biology Education majors who have had at least 18 hours of biological science with no grade below a C. Assignment to laboratories will depend on the student’s previous course work. Permission of instructor required.
  
  • BIOL 3524 - Ecology #

    4 Hours. The study of interacting groups of organisms and the processes that determine their composition, distribution, rate of turnover, and utilization of resources. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity and a course in Statistics (MATH 3513 recommended). Lecture, laboratory and field (some overnight and/or weekend field trips possible).
  
  • BIOL 3554 - Fish Life History and Habitat#

    4 Hours. Theory, methods, and techniques for investigation of life histories of fishes illustrated by examples and data from the literature and exercises on local forms in season.  Relation of life history variables to ecological factors.  Life history aspects of fish culture.  Habitat management as a method for manipulating ecological life histories. Prerequisite: BIOL 1123 Evolution and Diversity.
  
  • BIOL 4103 - Developmental Biology #

    3 Hours. The study of morphological and molecular transitions associated with the development of living systems at the sub-cellular, cellular, and organismal levels. Prerequisite: Two of BIOL 3114 Genetics, BIOL 3124 Cell Biology, and CHEM 4214 Biochemistry. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4103 and BIOL 5103. Dual-listed: BIOL 5103
  
  • BIOL 4114 - Systematic Botany#

    4 Hours. Study of the relationships of plants and classification. Prerequisite: BIOL 3003 Plant Biology. Note: No student may earn credit in both BIOL 4114 and BIOL 5114. Dual-listed: BIOL 5114
 

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