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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 247
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
ACCOUNTING tion of all MAcc foundation and accounting prereq-
uisites.
ACT 6625 Specialized Study in the Area of Accounting (1-3) ACT 6655 Advanced Management Accounting (3)
6626 Study of problem or problems using research tech A study of accounting as related to making decisions.
6627 niques Selection of the problem must be approved Course will include readings, cases, and problems
by the student’s adviser, instructor under whom dealing with managerial accounting issues, account-
the study is to be made, and the appropriate dean. ing concepts, budgeting and cost control using
The study must contribute to the student’s program. accounting information in planning and control.
Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may Prerequisites: Admission to Master of Accountancy
involve an oral defense. Total credit for any com- degree program and completion of all MAcc founda-
bination of enrollments in these courses may not tion and accounting prerequisites.
exceed six semester hours. A specialized study may
be substituted for a required course only once in a ACT 6656 Professional Certification (3)
student’s program. See semester hour limits listed A certification review course. This course requires
under Course Restrictions in the General Regulations co-enrollment in an independent professional certi-
section. Prerequisites: All business and accounting fication review course designated by the School of
foundation courses or equivalent. Accountacy. Verification of enrollment is required.
Prerequisites: Admission to Master of Accountancy
ACT 6632 Corporate Financial Reporting (3) degree program and completion of all MAcc founda-
A study of corporate financial accounting topics, tion and accounting prerequisites.
including income and expense recognition, record-
ing of assets and liabilities, and financial statement ACT 6691 Financial and Managerial Accounting for the
presentation. Global Manager (3)
A study of sources and classifications of account-
ACT 6651 Accounting Systems and Controls (3) ing data, classification and behavior of revenues and
An advanced study of accounting information sys- costs, use of accounting data for profit planning and
tems concepts, applications, and control issues. Case cost control, and use of accounting data for special
studies will provide the students an opportunity analysis. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, accep-
to relate systems concepts to the actual problems tance into the MBA program and all undergraduate
encountered in the analysis, design, implementation, business prerequisite courses or equivalents com-
and utilization of computer-based information sys- pleted.
tems. Prerequisites: Admission to Master of Accoun-
tancy degree program and completion of all MAcc ACT 6692 Advanced Accounting Problems (3)
foundation and accounting prerequisites. A consideration of problems relating to pension
plans, long-term leasing arrangements, refunding of
ACT 6652 Financial Accounting Research (3) bonds payable, stock options, allocation of income
An individual study of specific accounting topics taxes, changing price levels, cash flow statements,
utilizing the accounting authoritative literature and and other financial accounting topics with emphasis
written and oral communication of the results of on relevant pronouncements by professional organi-
the research. A grade of “B” or better is required. zations and governmental agencies. Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: Admission to Master of Accountancy All business foundation courses or equivalent and
degree program and completion of all MAcc founda- ACT 3391, ACT 3392, ACT 3394, ACT 3396, ACT
tion and accounting prerequisites. 4494, ACT 4495 and ACT 4497.
ACT 6653 Advanced Financial Reporting & Analysis (3) ACT 6695 Accounting Research & Communication (3)
A study of advanced financial accounting topics An individual study of specific accounting topics and
from a practical perspective with emphasis on rel- written and oral communication of the results of the
evant pronouncements by professional organizations study. A grade of “B” or better is required. Prerequi-
and governmental agencies. Prerequisites: Admis- sites: All business foundation courses or equivalent
sion to Master of Accountancy degree program and and ACT 3391, ACT 3392, ACT 3394, ACT 3396,
completion of all MAcc foundation and accounting ACT 4494, ACT 4495 and ACT 4497.
prerequisites.
ACT 6696 Accounting Information Systems (3)
ACT 6654 Advanced Auditing and Assurance Services (3) An advanced study of accounting information sys-
A study of advanced auditing theory, standards, tems concepts and applications. Case studies will
practices and problems encountered in the practice provide the students an opportunity to relate systems
of public accounting. Prerequisites: Admission to concepts to the actual problems encountered in the
Master of Accountancy degree program and comple-248 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
analysis, design, implementation, and utilization of ADE 6610 Workforce Development and Training (3)
computer based information systems. Prerequisites: This course will explore the differences in personnel
All business foundation courses or equivalent and training and workforce development. It will provide
ACT 3391, ACT 3392, ACT 3394, ACT 3396, ACT an exploration of the scope, values, and purposes of
4494, ACT 4495 and ACT 4497. the field of Workforce Development. The course will
address theories and application of adult training.
ACT 6698 Advanced Auditing (3)
A study of advanced auditing theory, practice and ADE 6612 Workforce Management and Organizational
problems encountered in the practice of public Development (3)
accounting. Prerequisites: All business foundation This course provides an introduction to the field of
courses or equivalent and ACT 3391, ACT 3392, Workforce Management and Organizational Devel-
ACT 3394, ACT 3396, ACT 4494, ACT 4495 and opment (WMOD). It examines basic concepts and
ACT 4497. principles of human performance, the theoretical
underpinnings of the field, research and application
ACT 6699 Contemporary Issues in Accounting (3) literature, and various approaches to solving human
A study of accounting issues and an analysis of how performance problems. A systematic approach to the
accounting practice is influenced by regulatory agen- analysis, design, development, implementation, and
cies, economic conditions, and professional account- evaluation of performance improvement interven-
ing organizations. Prerequisites: Admission to the tions within organizations is emphasized.
Master of Accountancy program.
ADE 6617 Seminar in Personnel Planning and Leadership
(3)
ADULT EDUCATION This course focuses specifically on an understand-
ing of how leadership is distributed among leaders
ADE 5560 Instructional Systems Development (3) (formal and informal) and followers within an orga-
This course emphasizes systematically developed nization. Special emphasis will be given to building
course design. Special attention is given to learning leadership capacity with an organization.
and instructional systems theory.
ADE 6620 Seminar in Communication and Human
ADE 6600 Foundations of Adult Education (3) Relations (3)
An overview of adult education to give an under- An investigation of literature and research related to
standing of characteristics of adults as learners as verbal and nonverbal communication, listening, and
well as the history, philosophy, and nature of adult human relations appropriate to adult education.
education. Includes exposure to fundamental adult
education concepts such as lifelong learning, self- ADE 6630 Programs for Adult Education (3)
directed learning, and contract learning. A study of current concepts and objectives of adult
education programs, courses and activities. Includes
ADE 6605 Computer Based Instructional Technologies (3) study of adult education programs and agencies serv-
This graduate level advanced survey course is ing diverse adult learners.
designed to prepare students to use classroom adapt-
able technologies. Emphasis is given to historical ADE 6640 Social Context of Adult Education (3)
and social context, computer systems, software, This course examines the social context of adult edu-
hardware, and curriculum adaptation. cation in terms of the impact of social, political, eco-
nomic, global, and technological changes. Special
ADE 6606 Current and Emerging Instructional emphasis will be given to the analysis of trends and
Technologies (3) issues, synthesis of complex concepts, and develop-
This course focuses on current and emerging instruc- ment of reflective practice.
tional technologies. The emphasis of this class is on
the instructional use of production software, desktop ADE 6641 Organizational Behavior and Group Dynamics
publishing, graphics, hypermedia, on-line services, (3)
optical technology, and telecommunications. An overview of paradigms, theories, models, and
constructs of organizational cultures designed to
ADE 6608 Curriculum Integration of Technology (3) provide students with an understanding of group
The purpose of this course is to prepare students to dynamics within organizations.
apply knowledge and competency in instructional
technologies in relation to curriculum design, diverse ADE 6645 Power, Politics and Organizational Change (3)
models, and teaching situations at all developmen- This course is designed for participants to understand
tal levels. Included is evaluation of software, audio/ the interwoven intricacies between the different forc-
visual production, and instructional design using es within an organization and how to maneuver and
technology as a basis for instruction. persuade organizational outcomes.COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 249
ADE 6653 Educational Evaluation (3) ADE 6696 Practicum in Adult Education (1–3)
This course is designed to assist participants with 6697 Supervised experiences related to instruction in area
the development of knowledge and skills that can be 6698 of specialization. Emphasis on application of skills,
applied to successful student outcomes assessment concepts, and principles acquired in previous cours-
and curriculum program evaluation. Specifically, es. Grading system is Pass/Fail. Prerequisite: Com-
the course will focus on planning and constructing pletion of coursework and approval of adviser are
teacher made tests and performance assessments. In required.
addition, the course includes the study of basic mod-
els and approaches used in evaluating curriculum/ ADE 6699 Capstone (3)
programs for effectiveness. This course is a culminating experience that helps
students integrate and apply the knowledge they
ADE 6670 Adult Learning and Development (3) have gained in their program. Emphasis is placed on
This course is a study of the distinctive character- challenging students to view the adult educational
istics of adult development and the implications for process from many perspectives. Working indepen-
adult learning. Emphasis will be given to the under- dently students will create an educational portfolio
standing of philosophical orientations related to the to demonstrate mastery of program objectives and
nature of adult learners and their learning processes; proof of readiness to receive a master’s degree,
principles of motivation and effective facilitation which will be submitted in portions throughout the
geared toward adult learners; and social and cultural term/semester for feedback from the instructor and
influences on adult learning. classmates. An oral presentation will be required.
Grading system is Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: Comple-
ADE 6674 Methods and Strategies for Teaching Adults (3) tion of all core (ADE 6600, ADE 6640, ADE 6670
A study of methods and formats used in organizing ADE 6691) and at least four of the six required con-
educational materials for adult learners. Emphasis is centration classes. Students must obtain a 3.0 GPA
given to designing effective instruction which match- before entering ADE 6699.
es methods and strategies to educational demands.
ADE 6680 Curriculum Development for Adult Education ANTHROPOLOGY
(3)
A study of concepts, learning theories, materials, and ANT 6620 The Rise and Fall of Complex Societies (3)
media related to curriculum and program develop- This course is a survey of the world’s earliest com-
ment in adult education. plex societies and the legacy they left behind. Taught
from the perspective of anthropological archaeology,
ADE 6691 Research Methodology (3) the course will cover the basics of method and theo-
The study and evaluation of research methods com- ry necessary to interpret the evidence of humanity’s
monly used in the social sciences. The course will transition from a hunting and gathering life to sed-
provide information necessary to understand and entary life. This class compares the rise of complex
apply research processes, synthesize knowledge and societies in Americas, Africa, the Middle East, the
writing, and plan and organize research problems Indian subcontinent, and East Asia. Evidence and
for interpretation and application of research results. theories put forth to explain the rise and collapse of
Application of these skills in the form of a written different civilizations and how this knowledge can be
project using the Publication Manual of the Ameri- used to both document the past and better understand
can Psychological Association (APA) is required. A contemporary life.
grade of “B” or better is required.
ANT 6625 Specialized Study in Anthropology (3)
ADE 6694 Special Problems in Adult Education (1-3) This course provides the student an opportunity to
A study of problem or problems using research pursue in-depth study on a topic or issue of personal
techniques. Selection of problem to be approved by interest under the guidance and direction of a depart-
student’s adviser and instructor under whom study ment faculty member. May be repeated up to a total
is to be made. Study should contribute to student’s of six credit hours. See semester hour limits listed
program. Preparation of scholarly paper or project under General Regulations section.
required and may involve oral defense.
ANT 6627 Anthropology of Sex and Gender (3)
ADE 6695 Thesis (1-6) This course offers a cross-cultural and anthropo-
The thesis must be related to both the student’s con- logical approach to a study of gender and sex. The
centration area and adult education. Information course will explore some of the main questions that
regarding thesis guidelines and requirements may be have concerned anthropologist over the years, such
obtained from the Graduate School office. Grading as the concept of sex versus the concept of gender,
system is Pass/Fail. the theoretical debate about the status of women,
and the gendering of work and social relations. The
course will also cover the relationship between the
body, sex, and gender; the historical roots of West-250 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
ern notions of the sexed body, third or alternative medicine, and healing institutions. In the current
genders, and the intersections between gender, race, pandemic context, we will pay particular attention
class, and ethnicity. to critically examining how trust between medical
experts and populations is constructed and chal-
ANT 6630 Anthropological Perspectives of Religion (3) lenged.
This course introduces students to cross-cultural
and anthropological approaches to the study of ANT 6665 Advanced Readings in Anthropology (3)
religion. The course will explore multiple religious This course is designed to allow graduate students
beliefs,meanings, experiences, expressions, and the opportunity to acquire a basic background in
practices across diverse environments. Through an Anthropology literature. The readings will be in spe-
engagement with anthropological works on topics cific areas in Anthropology. May be repeated (with
such as ritual, sacrifice, and death, the course will different topic) for credit. See semester hour limits
cover how religion is understood, experienced, and listed under Course Restrictions in General Regula-
expressed across the globe. By the end of this course, tions section.
you will have the theoretical knowledge and analyti-
cal tools needed to critically examine dimensions of ANT 6680 Field Techniques in Archaeology (3)
the religion and situate them within historical and Advanced instruction in survey and excavation
global context. . methods and techniques used in the discipline of
archaeology.
ANT 6633 Food Justice (3)
This seminar studies the vibrant and growing range ANT 6681 Internship 1 in Anthropology (3)
of social movements around food an agriculture. Internship with a recognized, professional anthropol-
We will begin by examining several theoretical and ogy related agency in which the student is assigned
conceptual frameworks for understanding historical a specific tasks related to the field of anthropol-
changes and current dynamics in the international ogy. Prerequisites: SS 6690, SS 6691, SS 6698, and
food and agriculture system. We will then examine approval of the academic advisor and/or graduate
different positions in fraught debates around popu- coordinator.
lation growth, hunger, and the appropriate role of
biotechnology and agribusiness relative to low-input ANT 6682 Internship 2 in Anthropology (3)
, peasant agriculture in feeding a growing global Internship with a recognized, professional anthropol-
population. The remainder of the course will exam- ogy related agency in which the student is assigned
ine several case studies of social movements around a specific tasks related to the field of anthropol-
land, food, and agriculture. We’ll end the term with a ogy. Prerequisites: SS 6690, SS 6691, SS 6698, and
look at emerging paradigms and alternative models, approval of the academic advisor and/or graduate
and examine dynamic current debates around food coordinator.
sovereignty and food justice.
ANT 6696 Selected Topics in Anthropology (3)
ANT 6635 Ethnographic Methods (3) An examination of a particular subject which is not
This course will explore the various methods used by offered under the normal course offerings. May be
cultural anthropologist to collect and evaluate ethno- repeated (with different topics) for credit. See semes-
graphic data. ter hour limits listed under General Regulations sec-
tion.
ANT 6640 Forensic Anthropology (3)
This course is a broad overview of forensic anthro-
pology, the application of the science of physical ART
anthropology to the legal process. Students will
learn the techniques used by forensic anthropologist ART 5581 Methods and Materials in Art (3)
to identify human remains, both skeletal and decom- Teaching methods, selection, organization, and use
posed. Topics include the determination of age, sex, of art materials.
ancestry, stature, and unique features of a decedent
from the skeleton and how these are used to establish ART 5599 Advanced Studio Projects (3)
a positive identification. An overview of trauma and Supervised study and projects in an area not included
other pathological conditions of the skeleton show in the student’s undergraduate studies.
how forensic anthropologist can provide information
to help determine the cause and manner of death. ART 6605 Seminar in Art History (3)
Classes will be a combination of lecture and labora- Historical inquiry into art with emphasis on sources
tory exercises. and approaches to the visual arts as they interact with
other facets of culture.
ANT 6645 Medical Anthropology (3)
This course provides and in-depth study of multiple
theoretical approaches and topics of research in
socio-cultural anthropology related to health, illness,COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 251
ART 6625 Specialized Study in Area of Art (1-3) AT 6632 Examination & Therapeutic Management II (4)
6626 An individualized study with studio art faculty. The study of athletic training competencies as they
6627 Total credit for any combination of enrollments in relate to the evaluation of athletic-related injuries.
these courses may not exceed six semester hours. The examination process emphasizes connecting
See semester hour limits listed under Course Restric- identified impairments to the patient’s functional
tions in General Regulations section. abilities and then subsequent design of interventions
to maximize participation. Prerequisite: AT 6631
ART 6662 Seminar in Art Education (3) Examination & Therapeutic Management I.
A review of issues and research in art education and
the visual arts. AT 6633 Examination & Therapeutic Management III (3)
This course will focus on application of the prin-
ART 6664 Research in Art Education (3) ciples of prevention, examination, diagnosis, and
A review of contemporary research in art education treatment of patients with musculoskeletal condi-
and the presentation of a scholarly paper. Prerequi- tions. The examination process emphasizes connect-
site: ART 6662. ing identified impairments to the patient’s functional
abilities and then subsequent design of interventions
ATHLETIC TRAINING to maximize participation. Prerequisite: AT 6632
Examination & Therapeutic Management II.
AT 6610 Health Care Management & Quality AT 6640 Therapeutic Interventions (3)
Improvement (2) An overview of tissues response to injury, pain trans-
This course focuses on fundamental principles mission, and pharmacology provides the foundation
of administration and evaluation of the delivery from which students will learn about physical agents
of athletic training services in the context of the and specific conditions from a medical perspective.
larger health care system. Strategies to achieve the Students will become familiar with the theoretical
best patient outcomes by collecting, analyzing, and and practical application of physical agents as it
effecting change using qualitative and quantitative relates to tissue response to injury and pain control.
information will be emphasized. Prerequisite: AT Prerequisite: Acceptance into the MSAT Program
6645 Professional Practice in Athletic Training
AT 6645 Professional Practice in Athletic Training (1)
AT 6620 Foundations of Athletic Training (2) The advanced study, writing, and discussion of spe-
Introduction to basic components of the athletic cialized topics and contemporary issues related to
training profession including the prevention, recog- professional practice. Emphasis will be on historical
nition and evaluation and immediate care of athletic perspectives, professional preparation, leadership,
injuries. Medical terminology, emergency proce- credentialing, governance, ethics, and scope of prac-
dures, tissue healing, taping procedures, and docu- tice. Initial clinical competencies will be instructed
mentation, and professional considerations will also to prepare the student for clinical practice. Prerequi-
be covered. Corequisite: AT L620 Foundations Ath- site: Acceptance into the MSAT Program
letic Training Lab.
AT 6650 Pharmacological Considerations in Athletic
AT L620 Foundations of Athletic Training Lab (1) Training (2)
The practice of basic components of the athletic This course provides a survey of pharmacology and
training profession including the prevention, rec- covers key concepts related to the cellular actions,
ognition and evaluation and immediate care of therapeutic uses, and side effects of major drug class-
athletic injuries. Medical terminology, emergency es that are relevant to the practice of allied health
procedures, tissue healing, taping procedures, and clinicians.
documentation, and professional considerations will
be covered. This course contains a clinical experi- AT 6655 Research & Analysis in Sports Medicine (3)
ence component for application of these skills. This This course is designed to introduce students’ theo-
course is taken Fall Semester, Year One. Corequi- retical understanding of the profession, enhance
site: AT 6620 Foundations of Athletic Training. their critical thinking ability, increase their writing
skills, and advance the knowledge of the discipline.
AT 6631 Examination & Therapeutic Management I (4) Students will learn about the design of a research
The study of athletic training competencies as they proposal, including the identification of a problem,
relate to the evaluation of athletic-related injuries. conducting a literature review, developing a hypoth-
In this class, students will learn basic principles esis, understanding the steps of submitting to an
and underlying theories relating to examination and Institutional Review Board, designing a study, and
treatment techniques and applies them to examina- analyzing data through the use of statistical software
tion. Prerequisite: Acceptance into MSAT Program. programs.252 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
AT 6660 General Medical Concerns & Special the Board of Certification (BOC) Exam while allow-
Populations (3) ing the student to be fully immersed in their clinical
Examination and discussion of general clinical medi- experience. This course is taken Spring Semester,
cine as well as issues related to sports nutrition and Year Two. Prerequisite: AT Clinical Experience III..
behavioral health. Survey of injury and illness risk
factors associated with sports participation by the AT 6665 Clinical Experience V (1)
preadolescent/adolescent, geriatric, disabled, male, This clinical experience provides students with
and female athlete. continued clinical care opportunities. This course
continues to emphasize foundations of clinical care
AT 6661 Clinical Experience I (2) including but not limited to the use of evidence-
This clinical experience provides students with an based practice, cultural competence, communica-
introduction to clinical care. This course emphasizes tion, ethical-decision making, documentation, and
foundations of clinical care, including but not limited patient-centered care. Within the didactic portion
to the use of evidence-based practice, cultural com- of this course, students gain proficiency in concepts
petence, communication, ethical-decision making, learned in preceding semesters while gaining com-
documentation, and patient-centered care. . Within petence in skills being learned during the current
the didactic portion of this course, students gain pro- semester. This portion may be delivered in-person,
ficiency in concepts learned in preceding semesters remotely, or hybrid. This course contains the Cap-
while gaining competence in skills being learned stone Project for the MSAT Program. This course is
during the current semester. This portion may be taken Summer Semester, Year Two. Prerequisite: AT
delivered in-person, remotely, or hybrid. This course 6664 Clinical Experience IV..
is taken Spring Semester, Year One.
AT 6662 Clinical Experience II (2) BIOLOGY
This clinical experience provides students with
interprofessional experience a variety of health- BIO 5505 Entomology (4)
care providers. The clinical opportunity emphasizes A study of the orders of insects with the emphasis
examination and treatment of the non-athletic patient on morphology, taxonomy, and life cycles. Prereq-
population. Within the didactic portion of this course, uisites: General Biology.
students gain proficiency in concepts learned in pre-
ceding semesters while gaining competence in skills BIO 5513 Limnology (3)
being learned during the current semester. This por- A study of the physical, chemical, geological, and
tion may be delivered in-person, remotely, or hybrid. biological aspects of freshwater ecosystems as influ-
This course is taken Summer Semester, Year One. enced by activities in surrounding watersheds. Pre-
Prerequisite: AT 6661 Clinical Experience I. requisites: general biology, general ecology, general
chemistry. Co-requisite: BIO L513
AT 6663 Clinical Experience III (3)
This clinical experience provides students with BIO L513 Limnology Lab (1)
continued clinical care opportunities. This course Field and laboratory exercises in lake and stream sci-
continues to emphasize foundations of clinical care ence, including instrumentation, measurement, sam-
including but not limited to the use of evidence- pling, and analysis. Co-requisite: BIO 5513
based practice, cultural competence, communica-
tion, ethical-decision making, documentation, and BIO 5514 Food Microbiology (3)
patient-centered care. Within the didactic portion This course focuses on topics in microbial metabo-
of this course, students gain proficiency in concepts lism, food spoilage, food preservation techniques,
learned in preceding semesters while gaining com- and foodborne pathogens and their control. Some
petence in skills being learned during the current molecular techniques will be introduced. Prerequi-
semester. This portion may be delivered in-person, sites: BIO 3372/L372. Corequisite: BIO L514.
remotely, or hybrid. This course is taken Fall Semes-
ter, Year Two. Prerequisite: AT 6662 Clinical Experi- BIO L514 Food Microbiology Lab (3)
ence II. This lab focuses on advanced microbiological labo-
ratory techniques including enumeration and analy-
AT 6664 Clinical Experience IV (9) sis of bacteria in food, water, and dairy products.
This full-time clinical experience is designed for Prerequisites: BIO 3372/L372. Corequisite: BIO
immersion into supervised athletic training practice 5514.
at any location chosen by the student based off career
goals and program requirements. Students will be BIO 5516 Microbial Ecology (3)
working with preceptors that resemble their own A study of the taxonomy, diversity, and ecology
goal of clinical practice while gaining experience of microbial populations in ecosystems, with the
in all aspects of athletic training practice. A web- emphasis on the roles that they play in biogeochemi-
based didactic component facilitates critical think- cal cycles, their contributions to metabolic diversity,
ing, reflects on practice, and prepares students for their interactions with animals and plants, their nich-COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 253
es and bioremediation. Prerequisites: microbiology, BIO 5551 Toxicology (3)
organic chemistry. Co-requisite: BIO L516 A study of the principles related to the adverse
effects of chemicals on living organisms. Prerequi-
BIO L516 Microbial Ecology Lab (1) site: Organic Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology.
Microbial ecology laboratory techniques including
isolation, identification, and enumeration of micro- BIO L551 Toxicology Lab (1)
organisms from aquatic and terrestrial environments. An assessment of terrestrial and aquatic toxicity of
Co-requisite: BIO 5516 chemical agents following standard protocols.
BIO 5520 Field Vertebrate Zoology (4) BIO 5571 Parasitology (3)
A study of the basics of vertebrate identification, with This course covers the taxonomy, structure, life
emphasis on phylogeny, anatomy, morphology, life histories, distribution, pathogenesis, and control of
histories, habitats, distributions, and conservation. parasitic protozoa, helminths, and arthropods, with
Prerequisites: General Biology, General Chemistry the emphasis on those of medical importance. Pre-
requisites: Any 3000-level BIO lecture and lab. Co-
BIO 5521 Population Ecology (3) requisite: BIO L571
This course covers animal and plant populations,
food supply, competition, disease, fecundity, distri- BIO L571 Parasitology Lab (1)
bution, and other environmental factors. Manage- A laboratory study of parasitic protozoa, helminths,
ment of endangered species and protected ecosys- and arthropods, with the emphasis on those of medi-
tems are included. Prerequsites: General Ecology, cal importance. Co-requisite: BIO 5571
Genetics, General Chemistry, Statistics. Co-requi-
site: BIO L521 BIO 5576 Special Topics (1-4)
Specialized topics not generally included in course
BIO L521 Population Ecology Lab (1) offerings. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Field exercises in identifying ecological problems,
formulating and testing hypotheses, and evaluating BIO 5579 Environmental Assessment (3)
data using standard statistical methods. Co-requisite: An examination of theory and practices required in
BIO 5521 performing stream environmental assessment as cur-
rently practiced by state and federal agencies in their
BIO 5525 Field Botany (4) attempt to preserve biological integrity. Sustain-
A survey of vascular plants from different habitats able management of natural resources and a systems
in southeast Alabama. Principles of plant taxonomy, approach to environmental problem solving will be
including history and systems of classification and emphasized. Topics covered include water quality,
nomenclature, the use of dichotomous keys, and gen- habitat assessment, indicator species used in ecologi-
eral herbarium techniques. Emphasis is placed on cal inventory with a concentration on macroinverte-
plant identification and habitat types. Prerequisites: brate and fish assemblages, and the index of biologi-
General Biology, General Ecology. See semester cal integrity. Prerequisites: BIO 1101/L101; 2202/
hour limits listed under Course Restrictions in Gen- L202 or 2229/L229. Corequisite: BIO L579.
eral Regulations section.
BIO L579 Environmental Assessment Lab (1)
BIO 5547 Ornithology (4) Laboratory instruction and hands-on field training
Biology, ecology, evolution, and the conservation of regarding stream environmental assessment as cur-
birds .Topics include the origin and diversification rently practiced by state agencies in their attempt to
of birds, seasonal migrations, bird communities, and preserve biological integrity. Topics covered include
teh consequences of global change for bird diversity. measurement of water quality, habitat, and practice
Labs are integrated and include field trips for the sampling techniques, with a concentration on fish
observation and identification of birds and a project and macroinvertebrate assemblages. In addition,
developed by students. Prerequisites: General Biol- students will learn the use of the index of biological
ogy, General Ecology (BIO 2229) or permission of integrity using their own collections of fish assem-
the instructor. blages. Prerequisites: BIO 1101/L101; 2202/L202
or 2229/L229. Corequisite: BIO 5579.
BIO 5550 Environmental History (3)
An introduction to environmental history of the BIO 5580 Histology (3)
United States from the 18th century to the late 20th A study of the microscopic anatomy and function of
century, emphasizing the post WWII period. The cell types and tissues of mammalian organs. Prereq-
course will focus on the historical development of uisite: general biology. Co-requisite: BIO L580
the science of ecology, the origins of environmen-
tal problems and solutions attempted by government BIO L580 Histology Lab (1)
and experts, and responses by grassroots activists A study of the microscopic anatomy of cell types and
over time. Prerequisite: Graduate standing at Troy tissues of mammalian organs. Co-requisite: BIO
University. 5580254 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
BIO 5582 Molecular Biology (3) activities such as construction, mining, clearing, and
The study of the fundamental principles of chro- industrial operation. Planning approaches and eco-
mosomal organization and gene expression, with logical constraints, economic evaluation, and quan-
emphasis on the structure and function of nucleic titative approaches to predict impact.
acids and proteins. Prerequisites: Genetics, Microbi-
ology, Organic Chemistry. Co-requisite: BIO L582 BIO 6617 Seminar in Environmental and Biological
6618 Sciences (1)
BIO L582 Molecular Biology Lab (1) Presentations on interdisciplinary principles and con-
Experimental approaches in molecular analyses of cepts, current issues, and new studies and research
nucleicacids and proteins, with the emphasis placed from a variety of fields, with environmental science
on common techniques utilized in clinical and serving as a unifying theme. Faculty members and
research settings. Co-requisite: BIO 5582 outside speakers will present guest lecturers. Candi-
dates for the master’s degree in the thesis option will
BIO 5592 Guided Independent Research (1-4) present their research findings and conclusions.
Additional information is indexed under “Guided
Independent Research and Study. BIO 6619 Environmental Negotiations and Conflict
Resolution (3)
BIO 5594 Guided Independent Study (1-4 ) An examination of the approaches to resolving envi-
Additional information is indexed under “Guided ronmental disputes through alternative dispute reso-
Independent Research and Study.” lution techniques.
BIO 6601 Environmental and Biological Ethics (3) BIO 6621 Environmental Toxicology (3)
Examination of major ethical theories as they apply This course is a foundation for scientific decision-
to environmental, biological, and medical issues. making involving contaminants and their effects on
The linkage of ethics to decision-making in social, biological systems. It covers the basic principles of
public, and business policy. Course develops skills environmental toxicology including bioaccumula-
in understanding value systems and framing ethical tion, the biological effects of toxicants from the
positions. molecular to global level of organization, and a basic
understanding of the risk of environmental pollutants
BIO 6603 Environmental Management (3) and the science of risk assessment. Prerequisites:
Concepts and practices underlying procedures for Eight semester hours or equivalent of chemistry
environmental resource management, including
planning, organizing, and conducting programs. BIO 6624 Public Health (3)
The impact of the environment on humans as well
BIO 6610 Principles and Methods for the Teaching as the human impact on the environment serve as
Assistant (1-2) the dual focus of this course. Environmental agents
This course will provide each student with significant of physical, chemical, and biological nature with
“hands-on” experiences in college level instruction adverse effect on human health will be considered.
and develop the knowledge and skills teachers need The physiological, molecular, cellular, genetic, and
to implement inquiry-based instruction. Students biochemical mechanisms of action of environmen-
will work under the direct mentorship and super- tal carcinogens, toxins, pollutant, and other disease-
vision of the course instructor and will be trained causing environmental agents and the interaction of
in techniques, current presentations, and teaching various environmental agents with biological sys-
methods of laboratory-based biology. (Students seek- tems will be addressed.
ing one (1) semester hour credit will be required to
assist in one laboratory course. Students seeking two BIO 6625 Specialized Study in Biology (1-4)
(2) semester hours credit will be required to assist in 6626 The student has the opportunity to engage in inten
two laboratory courses or laboratory courses with sive study of a particular subject or learn a pertinent
multiple sections.) skill, which fits his/her academic and/or professional
needs but is not available in the regular curriculum.
BIO 6611 Global Pollution and International Environmen This study may include educational activities or
tal Policy (3) training outside of the University. The student will
An examination of global environmental issues, such follow the guidelines that the Department estab-
as global climate change, ozone depletion, and acid lished for the supervision and the pursuance of this
precipitation. This course also deals with alternative study. Requires approval of the student’s adviser and
in developing global policies and treaties to address chairs.
these problems.
BIO 6630 Pollution Science (3)
BIO 6612 Environmental Impact Studies and Risk A study of pollution of atmosphere, surface water,
Management (3) and soil and groundwater from animate activities and
An examination of practices used in analysis of land, inanimate processes. Adverse effects, fate, and trans-
water, and air to determine the impact of humanCOURSE DESCRIPTIONS 255
port of pollutants in air, soil, and water. Prerequisite: able to use ArcView to view, query, analyze, chart,
general chemistry. and map geographic data. Co-requisite: BIO 6650.
BIO L630 Pollution Science Lab (1) BIO 6655 Clinical Biochemistry (3)
Theory and analytical techniques used in both field This course is the discipline of pathology (or labora-
and laboratory for the analysis of air, water, and soil tory medicine) that is concerned with the detection
contaminants. Prerequisite: general chemistry and measurement of biochemical changes in disease.
This course will give a succinct overview, the “big
BIO 6632 Land Use Planning (3) picture”, and relevance of biochemistry and essential
An introduction to land use planning and land use pathways that regulate and affect various disorders.
tools, including zoning and comprehensive planning. Discussion of potential targets for research and drug
The course also examines the interaction between development through the use of case studies will be
land use and environments and explores strategies included. Prerequisites: Cell Biology/Lab, General
to reduce environmental impacts and protect natural Chemistry/Lab, Genetics or equivalent, or by per-
resources. mission of instructor.
BIO 6635 Water Quality and Resources (3) BIO 6660 Issues in Aquatic Ecology (3)
This course is designed to present the basic aspects of Case studies on the overexploitation and degrada-
water quality, quantity, and policy to the students to tion of aquatic ecosystems and their resources, with
help them make informed decisions on how to man- a primary focus on freshwater systems. Prerequisite:
age the social science issues related to water supply, An undergraduate ecology course is highly recom-
demand, and sustainable water management within mended.
the U.S. and globally. This course specifically covers
properties of water, ecological implications of water, BIO 6661 Conservation Biology (3)
water resources, hydrologic cycle, physical, chemi- Examination of the principles, practices, and phi-
cal and biological characteristics of water, stream, losophy of measuring, maintaining, and enhancing
lake and reservoir water quality, water pollution, biological diversity. The course focuses on the appli-
best management practices, water laws, regulations, cations of ecology, population biology, and genetics
and standards, and water economics. This course is of the conservation of keystone and rare species and
an elective for all concentrations within the Environ- ecosystems. Prerequisite: An undergraduate ecol-
mental and Biological Sciences program. ogy course is highly recommended.
BIO 6641 Environmental Law, Permitting, and Regulatory BIO 6665 Sustainable Development (3)
Compliance (3) This course will increase student awareness of sus-
A study of the steps needed and programs required to tainability issues concerning the future survival
insure that public and private sector organizations are of humans and other organisms on the planet. The
in compliance with federal and state environmental course specifically covers the following: biological
regulations. Prerequisites: An undergraduate ecol- diversity trends, human population growth, agricul-
ogy or environmental course, or approval of adviser. ture and food consumption issues, water use and
supplies, global warming and effects on biological
BIO 6647 Environmental Economics (3) diversity, sustainable fisheries, forest products and
Introduction to the micro and macro aspects of envi- services, and other issues.
ronmental economics. The course will explore the
various economic and institutional means of control- BIO 6670 Special Topics (1-4)
ling environmental problems for effectiveness, effi- 6671 Specialized topics not generally included in course
ciency and equity. offerings. A maximum total of 4 semester hours is
allowed for program credit.
BIO 6650 Spatial Analysis Using Geographical Information
Systems (3) BIO 6691 Research Methodology and Experimental Design
A graduate level GIS course geared for beginners (3)
that presents the understanding behind the four func- This course will include hands-on statistical experi-
tional and physical components of a GIS: data input; ence emphasizing hypothesis testing using a statisti-
storage and retrieval; manipulation; and data output. cal software system. It will combine several elements
Multiple GIS applications are also discussed. Pre- of research methodology including developing a
requisites: BIO 6630, BIO L630, or permission of grant proposal that will include topic selection, lit-
chair. Co-requisite: BIO L650 erature search, question formulation, methods, sta-
tistics, and a budget. Prerequisite: Three semester
BIO L650 Spatial Analysis Using Geographical Information hours in probability and statistics or permission of
Systems Lab (1) instructor. A grade of “B” or better is required.
This lab is intended for average computer users with
little or no experience in ArcView GIS or any other
GIS software. At the end of the labs, students will be256 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
BIO 6695 Thesis Research (1- 6) ing concepts and laboratory exercises emphasizing
Under the guidance of the student’s adviser and the identification of cell and tissue types. Prerequisite:
chair of the department, the student may pursue orig- Anatomy & Physiology with lab
inal research (independent acquisition and interpre-
tation of data) in a particular area of environmental BMS 6665 Neuroanatomy (4)
or biological science. The completion of a thesis is This graduate course is a comprehensive study of
required. The results and conclusions must be suc- the anatomy of the human nervous system. Special
cessfully defended before the student’s graduate emphasis will be placed on relating clinical disorders
committee. Grading system is Pass / Fail. Prereq- to the relevant neurological structures and pathways.
uisites: 3.0 GPA and permission of the Chair of the Prerequisites: Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemis-
Biological and Environmental Sciences department. try, Microbiology
BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE BMS 6695 Thesis Research (1-3)
Under the guidance of the student’s adviser the
Chair of the Department, the student may pursue
BMS 6615 Medical Microbiology and Immunology (3) original research (independent acquisition and inter-
Emphasizes the basic clinical applications of micro- pretation of data) in a particular area of the biomedi-
biology and immunology in the treatment and pre- cal sciences. The completion of a thesis is required.
vention of infectious diseases. Prerequisite: Micro- The results and conclusions must be successfully
biology/Lab defended before the student’s graduate committee.
Grading system is pass/fail. Prerequisites: 3.0 GPA
BMS 6625 Medical Cell Biology (3) and permission of the Chair of the Department of
Focuses on the cellular and molecular bases of Biological and Environmental Sciences.
human diseases and disease processes. Prerequisite:
General Chemistry/Lab, Cell Biology/Lab, Microbi-
ology/lab, or Genetics/Lab BUSINESS
BMS 6630 Medical Pharmacology (3) BUS 5501 Survey of Business Concepts I (3)
This course reviews the beneficial and harmful Survey of Business Concepts I provides a survey of
actions of drugs on the tissues and organs of the key concepts in Management, Marketing, Manage-
body. Provides the foundation for understanding ment Information Systems, and Law that provides a
drug actions in health and disease. Prerequisites: foundation for further study in the MSM or MSHRM
General Chemistry/Lab and Physiology courses. Course will not transfer to any other pro-
grams. Students must earn a grade of “B” or better
BMS 6635 Medical Physiology (3) in the course.
Reviews the functions of the various organ sys-
tems and their integration in the human body at an BUS 5502 Survey of Business Concepts II (3)
advanced level. Prerequisites: Cell Biology Survey of Business Concepts II provides a study of
key concepts in Accounting, Finance, Quantitative
BMS 6655 Clinical Biochemistry (3) Management, and Economics that provides a foun-
This course is the discipline of pathology (or labora- dation for further study in the MSM or MSHRM
tory medicine) that is concerned with the detection courses. Course will not transfer to any other pro-
and measurement of biochemical changes in disease. grams. Students must earn a grade of “B” or better
This course will give a succinct overview, the “big in the course.
picture”, and relevance of biochemistry and essential
pathways that regulate and affect various disorders. BUS 6601 International Business Law (3)
Discussion of potential targets for research and drug A review of international business legal systems and
development through the use of case studies will be international law as it applies to Multinational busi-
included. Prerequisites: Cell Biology/Lab, General nesses operating in a Global environment to include:
Chemistry/Lab, Genetics or equivalent, or by per- international sales, credits, and commercial transac-
mission of instructor. tions, international treaties, U.S. trade law and regu-
lation of the international market place.
BMS 6660 Histology & Embryology (4)
The Histology and Embryology course is designed BUS 6607 Capstone Experience (1)
to help students develop an understanding of human This course is a complement to the capstone course
tissues and organs at the microscopic level, as well in the MBA program. It provides an opportunity to
as an understanding of the tissues and organs of the apply the concepts learned in earlier courses and in
embryo and fetus. The course format will emphasize the capstone course by using an international busi-
the link between the development of an organ or tis- ness simulation. The course includes two program
sue with its mature structure and function. The lecture assessments. A grade of “B” or better is required
and laboratory portions of this course will overlap to complete this course successfully. The course
and reinforce each other, with lectures emphasiz-COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 257
may not be transferred into the MBA program from The study should contribute to the student’s pro-
another institution. Co-requisite: BUS 6611. gram. Preparation of a scholarly paper is required
and many involve and oral defense. Total credit for
BUS 6605 Business & Professional Communication (3) any combination of enrollments in these courses may
Development of skills to assist managers to com- not exceed six semester hours. A specialized study
municate to both internal and external audiences, to may be substituted for a required course only once in
conduct meetings, to negotiate, and to resolve con- student’s program. Prerequisite: All business foun-
flict. Emphasis is placed on oral and written pre- dation courses or equivalent.
sentation skills using state of the art technologies
and presentation software. Prerequisite: All business BUS 6686 Internship I (1)
foundation courses or equivalent. Supervised professional business experience in
a field setting. Required course for the MSHRM
BUS 6600 Survey of Business Concepts (3) Internship Program. Permission of Internship Direc-
An overview course of the business management tor and Authorization of the Designated School Offi-
field including the functional areas of economics, cial required. Must be accepted into the MSHRM
marketing, quantitative methods, human relations, Internship Program and enrolled in MSHRM pro-
and human resource management. A grade of “B” or gram courses.
better is required.
BUS 6687 Internship II (1)
BUS 6610 Business Research Design (3) Supervised professional business experience in
Designed for the student to develop and demonstrate a field setting. Required course for the MSHRM
competency in business research methodology and Internship Pro-gram. Permission of Internship Direc-
techniques. This course teaches the business student tor and Authorization of the Designated School Offi-
proper research techniques and includes a research cial required. Must be accepted into the MSHRM
proposal. A grade of “B” or better is required. Pre- Internship Program and enrolled in MSHRM pro-
requisite: All business foundation courses or equiv- gram courses.
alent.
BUS 6688 Internship III (1)
BUS 6611 Global Business Strategy (3) Supervised professional business experience in
This course is the capstone course for the MBA pro- a field setting. Required course for the MSHRM
gram. It integrates the skills and knowledge devel- Internship Pro-gram. Permission of Internship Direc-
oped in earlier MBA core courses and emphasizes tor and Authorization of the Designated School Offi-
case analysis. Formulation and implementation of cial required. Must be accepted into the MSHRM
strategies are stressed. This course includes MBA Internship Program and enrolled in MSHRM pro-
business core course assessments. Prerequisites: gram courses.
Completion of the following courses with a minimum
B average: ECO 6655, FIN 6631, MKT 6661, MGT BUS 6689 Internship IV (1)
6615, and QM 6640 or approval of the MBA Direc- Supervised professional business experience in
tor. A grade of “B” or better is required. The course a field setting. Required course for the MSHRM
may not be transferred into the MBA program from Internship Program. Permission of Internship Direc-
another institution. tor and Authorization of the Designated School Offi-
cial required. Must be accepted into the MSHRM
BUS 6612 Applied Business Research (3) Internship Program and enrolled in MSHRM pro-
The study of applied research of business problems gram courses.
to develop managerial skills in the preparation and
evaluation of a research project. A grade of “B” or BUS 6691 Internship V (1)
better is required. Prerequisite: All business founda- Supervised professional business experience in
tion courses or equivalent. a field setting. Required course for the MSHRM
Internship Program. Permission of Internship Direc-
BUS 6613 Seminar in Business (3) tor and Authorization of the Designated School Offi-
Study and analysis of current topics on the lead- cial required. Must be accepted into the MSHRM
ing edge of business. A combination of core mate- Internship Program and enrolled in MSHRM pro-
rial, readings, and research reports on contemporary gram courses.
aspects of business. Prerequisite: All business foun-
dation courses or equivalent. BUS 6694 Global Immersion (1-3)
This course will be developed as required by des-
BUS 6625 Specialized Study in the Area of Business ignated faculty. For example, a trip to visit a num-
6626 Administration (1-3) ber of businesses engaged in export activity can be
6627 Study of problem or problems using research techn- arranged, or an overseas trip conducted by a tour
iques. Selection of the problems must be approved agency to visit overseas firms during a break period
by the student’s adviser, the instructor under whom with a faculty member is feasible.
the study is to be made, and the appropriate dean258 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
CHEMISTRY CHM 5553 Physical Chemistry II (3)
A continuation of CHM 5552 with an introduction
to surface phenomena, quantum chemistry, and spec-
CHM 5500 Special Topics in Chemistry (3) troscopy with an emphasis on properties of surfaces,
A study of topics of special interest, such as advanced atomic and molecular structure, molecular orbital
physical chemistry, advanced analytical chemistry, theory, and photochemistry. Prerequisite CHM 5552
advanced organic, group theory, surface chemistry,
and colloid chemistry. Prerequisites: CHM 2242 CHM L553 Physical Chemistry II Laboratory (1)
and CHM 3343 A continuation of CHM L552 with an introduction
to methods and techniques in computational chem-
CHM 5503 Advanced Organic Chemistry (3) istry and spectroscopy. Co-requisite or prerequisite:
A more in-depth study of many of the topics studied CHM 5553
in Organic Chemistry I and II. Topics will include
reaction mechanisms, synthetic methods, and struc- CHM 6625 Specialized Study in Area of Chemistry (1-4)
ture determination using spectroscopic techniques. 6626 A study of a problem or problems using research
Prerequisite: CHM 3357 6627 techniques. Selection of problem must be approved
by the professor under whom the study is to be
CHM 5544 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (3) made and the Dean of Arts and Sciences. The
This course covers the spectroscopy of inorganic study should contribute to the student’s program.
molecules, detailed molecular orbital applications, Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may
descriptive chemistry of the transition elements, involve oral defense. Total credit for any combina-
including organometalic and bioorganic compounds. tion of enrollments in these courses may not exceed
Prerequisites: CHM 2242, 5552 and L552 four semester hours. A Specialized Study may be
substituted for a required course only once in a stu-
CHM L544 Advanced Inorganic Laboratory (1) dent’s program. See semester hour limits listed under
A study of the preparation and characterization of Course Restrictions in General Regulations section.
inorganic compounds. Experience will be provided
in techniques such as using a tube furnace and han-
dling air-sensitive compounds with a glove bag and CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Schlenk line. Co-requisite or prerequisite: CHM
5544 CJ 6610 Principles of Administration (3)
A survey of the basic principles and functions of per-
CHM 5545 Instrumental Analysis (3) sonnel administration with special attention paid to
A study of the operating principles of modern ana- criminal justice applications.
lytical instrumentation for determining composition
and concentration. Prerequisites: CHM 2242, CHM CJ 6620 Current Trends in Criminal Law and
3343: PHY 2253 and L253 or PHY 2263 and L263. Procedure (3)
Co-requisite: CHM L545 This course is divided into two main sections, sub-
stantive and procedural criminal law. The course
CHM L545 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory (1) examines the development of criminal law, elements
The practical application of select modern analytical of offense, types of offenses and defenses, and case
instruments to qualitative and quantitative examina- analysis. We provide a critical review through case
tion of matter. Considerable attention is given to the studies of recent trends and developments on the
instrument and elementary electronics involved in interpretation of major portions of the United States
each. Co-requisite: CHM 5545 Constitution concerning individual liberties, and the
rights of criminal defendants in the criminal justice
CHM 5552 Physical Chemistry I (3) system.
A study of the theory and applications of thermody-
namics, reaction kinetics, and transport properties CJ 6621 Current Issues in Corrections (3)
with an emphasis on the description of ideal/non An analysis of the contemporary problems surround-
ideal gasses and solutions. Prerequisite: CHM 3343; ing corrections. Examples of topics include, but are
PHY 2253 and L253 or PHY 2263 and L263; MTH not limited to, police unionization, court reforms,
1126. Co-requisite: CHM L552 correctional problems, community-based correction-
al philosophy, comparative issues, and contemporary
CHM L552 Physical Chemistry I Laboratory (1) problems related to correctional officers’ retention
An introduction to methods and techniques used and employment practices.
in the physical chemistry laboratory, including
experiments in calorimetry, phase equilibria, reac- CJ 6622 Seminar in Administration of Justice (3)
tion kinetics, and transport properties. Co-requisite: A critical examination of the administration of the
CHM 5552 criminal justice system in America, including the
myths and misconceptions it generates, the contro-
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