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BIOL 540 - Molecular Methods in Ecology and Evolution Units: 3
Theory and practical application of modern molecular tools to identify and study ecological and evolutionary relationships. Two hours lecture
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 352 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 560 - Seminar in Molecular Cell Biology Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in cell and molecular biology. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 351 , BIOL 351 or BIOT 355 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 561 - Seminar in Genetics Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in genetics. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 352 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 563 - Seminar in Physiology Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in physiology. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 353 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 564 - Seminar in Evolution Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in evolution. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 212 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 565 - Seminar in Ecology Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in ecology. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 354 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 566 - Seminar in Aquatic Biology Units: 2
Readings from the original literature, discussions, and writing on selected current subjects in aquatic biology. May be repeated with new content for a maximum of four (4) units toward the Master’s degree.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 354 for undergraduates, or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 576 - Laboratory Experience in Neurobiology Units: 1
Provides hands-on experience using the latest techniques in neurophysiology. Students will record intracellular signals in neurons using an invertebrate model nervous system. Students will gain experience in physiological and anatomical techniques.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 476 , or enrollment in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 596 - Advanced Topics in Biology Units: 1-3
Advanced study of selected biological topics based on current problems or advances, and as demand warrants. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics and course prerequisites.
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BIOL 597 - Advanced Topics in Biology Lab Units: 1
Laboratory in selected advanced topics in biology. Topics based on current problems or advances, and as demand warrants. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics and prerequisites.
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BIOL 600 - Scientific Communication Units: 3
Practical experience in the preparation of written, oral, and poster presentations in the biological sciences. Students will also actively take part in the peer review process commonly used to evaluate the scientific and technical merits of research proposals. Final products may include formal grant (NSF or NIH) and thesis proposals. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 610 or 611. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 604 - Advanced Developmental Physiology Units: 3
An in-depth analysis of developmental physiology concepts, including how animal function develops, the influence of the environment on development, and developmental origins of disease. Covers the basics of developmental biology, the link between development, physiology and evolution, the interaction between the environment and physiology during development, phenotypic plasticity, and the development of physiological systems. Readings from the primary literature will deepen appreciation for how developmental physiology can inform many biological fields. BIOL 604 is dual-listed with BIOL 404 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 404 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 604L - Advanced Developmental Physiology Lab Units: 1
Provides hands-on experience with experimental techniques for examining developmental physiology across a range of animal groups. Will cover techniques in how to examine, stage and rear developing animals, assess phenotypic responses to altered environmental conditions, perform ecotoxicological assays, and measure morphology and physiology. Will include multi-week experiments to assess changes in physiology during development. Statistical analyses will be performed and experimental results will be presented in written and oral forms. Field trip(s) during or outside of class may be required. BIOL 604L is dual-listed with BIOL 404L .These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 404L . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program. Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): BIOL 604 .
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BIOL 620 - Advanced Ecological Monitoring Units: 4
An overview of the various approaches used to assess ecological condition (status) and change over time (trend) for ecosystems, vegetation types, populations, and biological communities. Lectures that provide conceptual understanding will be combined with hands-on practical exercises in the lab, so that students will be prepared to apply their knowledge to real-world conservation problems. Readings from the primary literature will explore the challenges and controversies involved in ecological monitoring. BIOL 620 is dual-listed BIOL 420 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 420 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program. Three hours lecture
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BIOL 634 - Advanced Human Cardio Physiology Units: 3
In-depth analysis of human cardiovascular physiology. Strong focus on human physiology, supported by comparative animal models. Taught through combination of lectures and case studies, providing overview of cardiovascular biology, and links between environment, disease and cardiovascular physiology. Specific topics include embryonic cardiovascular development, blood flow, blood pressure, cardiovascular neural regulation, cardiac morphology, hemodynamics, and cardiac disease. Students will be required to read peer-reviewed literature and write an expanded academic paper on a heart physiology topic. BIOL 634 is dual-listed with BIOL 434 . Students may not receive credit for both. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 656 - Advanced Molecular Medicine Units: 3
Advanced understanding of molecular medicine and recent advances in the field taught through a combination of didactic methods and the use of case studies. Includes advanced principles of molecular medicine, modern discoveries in cellular and molecular mechanisms of disease, applications of clinical research, relevant topics in biomedical ethics, and current developments in personalized medicine. We will approach these subjects from the perspective of evaluating the process of therapeutic or vaccine approval from bench to bedside. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 686 -4. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with graduate standing.
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BIOL 663 - Advanced Principles of Conservation Biology Units: 3
An in-depth focus on the principles and practices of conservation and restoration ecology. Factors that affect the creation, destruction, and distribution of biological diversity are examined. Class discussions and assignments will focus on human destruction and degradation of habitats, invasive species introductions, accelerated species extinctions, pollution, global climate change, and species over-exploitation. The selection of maintenance of conservation areas will be explored, as well as the theory and methodology for restoring degraded habitats. BIOL 663 is dual-listed with BIOL 463 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 363 or BIOL 463 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 683 - Tropical Ecology Units: 3
A survey of the unmanaged and managed tropical terrestrial ecosystem and the biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors that affect tropical ecosystem structure and function. Emphasis will be on the community dynamics and biogeochemical cycling of tropical ecosystems, and how these processes are affected by land-use and land-cover change. BIOL 683 is dual-listed with BIOL 383 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 383 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program. Enrollment Requirement(s): BIOL 212 and BIOL 354 .
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BIOL 685 - Introduction to Biology Instruction Units: 2
Supervised instruction in a laboratory course in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but no more than two (2) units may be applied toward the 30 units in the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 686 - Graduate Topics in Biology Units: 1-3
Lecture and discussion of selected topics with emphasis on current problems and advances in subdisciplines of biological science. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics and prerequisites. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 687 - Advanced Methods in Biology Units: 1-2
Graduate-level field or laboratory techniques in a specialized area of contemporary biology. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics and prerequisites. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 690 - Terrestrial Plant Ecology Units: 3
Survey of the factors that influence the physiology, distribution, and abundance of land (terrestrial) plants. Focuses on plant ecophysiology, plant population dynamics (e.g., dispersal, germination, and recruitment), plant-plant and plant-animal interactions, and the effects of the abiotic factors (e.g., climate, water, and nutrients) on the structure and function of terrestrial plant communities. BIOL 690 is dual-listed with BIOL 390 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 390 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.
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BIOL 697B - Directed Studies Units: 2
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 697C - Directed Studies Units: 3
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 697D - Directed Studies Units: 4
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 697E - Directed Studies Units: 5
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 697F - Directed Studies Units: 6
Laboratory or field research directed or sponsored by Biological Sciences faculty. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOL 698B - Thesis Units: 2
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 698C - Thesis Units: 3
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 698D - Thesis Units: 4
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 698E - Thesis Units: 5
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 698F - Thesis Units: 6
Design, implementation, and analysis of a formal research project in the biological sciences. May be repeated, but only a maximum of six (6) units can be applied to the Master’s degree. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program and who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy.
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BIOL 699B - Thesis Extension Units: 2
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOL 699C - Thesis Extension Units: 3
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOL 699D - Thesis Extension Units: 4
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOL 699E - Thesis Extension Units: 5
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOL 699F - Thesis Extension Units: 6
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP) in BIOL 698 and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University to work on or complete the thesis. May be repeated. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOL 698 with an assigned grade of Satisfactory Progress (SP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOT 257 - Foundations of Biotechnology Units: 2
A review of biotechnology applications and product development in the life science industry. Topics will include: 1) the process of bringing a product to market from concept to sales; 2) laws, regulations, ethics, and social issues pertaining to the discovery, development, testing, manufacturing and commercial distribution; 3) skills of technical writing, Standard Operating Procedures and documentation for regulatory, quality assurance, and intellectual property; and 4) employment opportunities. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOT 357.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210 with a minimum grade of C (2.0).
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BIOT 355 - Molecular Biotechnology Units: 5
In-depth treatment of the fundamental molecular techniques in use in the field of biotechnology. Designed to give hands-on experience as well as conceptual background in biotechnological methods. Subjects covered will include: nucleic acid isolations, vectors, cloning, library screening, hybridizations, PCR, sequencing, sequence analysis and bioinformatics, and transgenic organisms. Other subjects will vary to reflect current practice and developments in biotechnology. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment is restricted to students in the Biotechnology and Biochemistry majors. Three hours of lecture. One hour of discussion. Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210 and BIOL 211 .
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BIOT 356 - Cellular Biotechnology Units: 5
In-depth treatment of the fundamental cellular techniques in the field of biotechnology. An overview of the drug discovery process is presented together with theoretical and practical aspects of specific technologies. Included in lecture and laboratory instruction are the physiology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, culture of bacterial, plant, insect and mammalian cells, genetic engineering and expression systems, hybridomas, fermentation and scale-up technology, separation technology, protein, purification, and immunochemistry. Three hours of lecture. One hour of discussion. Three hours of laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210 and BIOL 211 .
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BIOT 358 - Computer Skills for Biotechnology Units: 3
Designed to introduce and explain the application of computational and analytical methods to solve problems in biotechnology. Many of the popular software tools employed in biotechnology and informatics research will be covered. The theoretical basis governing the use and importance of these tools will also be explored. Enrollment Requirement(s): BIOL 210 and BIOL 211 .
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CS 111 .
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BIOT 388 - Topics in Biotechnology Units: 1-3
Selected topics in biotechnology. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics. May be repeated for credit as topics change for a total of six (6) units.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210 and BIOL 211 .
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BIOT 420 - Plant Biotechnology Units: 3
Introduces the practice and applications of biotechnology in plants and algae. Reviews the basic technologies involved in the genetic modification of plants and focuses on the diverse applications of these technologies, from biofuel production in algae to increasing the nutrient content of crops. Readings from the primary literature and case studies will be utilized to provide an in-depth overview of the current state of the field.
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 355 or BIOL 351 .
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BIOT 450 - Medical Biotechnology Units: 3
An overview of the various drivers of medical biotechnology, and how they interact with another to shape the business and finance of this industry and impact the growth of medical biotechnology companies. Introduces a host of scientific development, legal, and ethical issues that shape the public view of medical biotechnology and its applications.
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 355 or BIOL 351 .
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BIOT 457 - Case Studies in Biotechnology Product Development Units: 3
Examines successful and failed products from the biotechnology industry using a case study approach. Scientific, ethical, legal, and business aspects of each case are explored to identify best practices and pitfalls that can determine the viability of biotechnology products and companies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 257 or BIOT 257 AND either BIOT 355 or BIOT 356 with a minimum grade of C (2.0)
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BIOT 460 - Scientific Communication in Biotechnology Units: 3
Study of communication principles and rhetorical strategies employed to effectively communicate with intended audiences in the context of the biotechnology industry. Students will apply this knowledge to plan, prepare, construct, and evaluate communication situations in which they participate as both producers and consumers of communication in careers related to biotechnology. Cross-listed: BIOT 460 and COMM 461 are cross-listed. Students may not receive credit for both. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 355 or BIOT 356 .
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BIOT 497 - Internship in Biotechnology Units: 4
Career-related experience in private industry, government agency, and/or public sector. All participants utilize learning agreements. A final written report is required. Students will be supervised both on site and by the course instructor. The learning agreement must be completed and signed prior to enrollment. May be repeated for a maximum of eight (8) units, but only four (4) units may be applied toward the major. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 497. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOT 498 - Stem-Cell Internship Units: 12
A laboratory experience in which students follow a plan developed with the internship supervisor that is regularly evaluated by the course instructor. Internship plans include specialized goals unique to the host laboratory. A final written report is required. Participation in a weekly one-hour seminar at CSUSM is required. May be repeated three (3) times. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 210 and BIOL 211 .
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BIOT 500 - Preparation for PSM and Bioscience Industry Engagement Units: 1
Preparation for PSM Program and Bioscience Industry Engagement. Career preparation for successful entry and development in biotechnology. Community and interactive discussion topics including the business of science, career opportunities, industry and workforce trends, and overview of the biotechnology industry. Intended to help students identify career values and goals and get them on track for being successful in finding a meaningful project for their capstone experience. Students will research potential semester-in-residence sites and develop a plan for securing a project. In addition to writing a resume and cover letter, students will develop interviewing and networking skills, set goals and learning objectives, and learn skills that will ensure their success in their semester-in-residence experience and beyond. Enrollment Restrictions: Admission to Professional Master’s Degree in Biotechnology, or Program Director consent.
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BIOT 600 - Genomics and DNA/RNA Technologies Units: 5
Provides a foundation in basic principles of genomics and relevant current research in recombinant DNA technology. Includes the relationship between structure, function, and content of genes and genomes, the use of bioinformatics and tools used to discover and identify sequence elements. Appreciation for the role of genomics and DNA/RNA technology in modern society will be obtained by dissecting seminal papers. Laboratory reinforces key concepts and introduces fundamental techniques and technologies being applied today. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have been admitted to the Master of Biotechnology Program.
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BIOT 620 - Bioengineering and Bioprocessing Units: 3
Introduction to the theory and application of biotechnology processes for the development of biopharmaceutical and bio-based products. Covers the spectrum of bioprocess engineering, starting from genetic concepts for producing pharmaceutical and other products. The organisms considered range from simple bacteria to highly specialized animal cell cultures. A basic understanding of fundamental bioprocess concepts such as fluid mechanics, mass transfer, unit operations, biochemical reaction kinetics, cell growth and metabolism, heterogeneous reactions, and bioreactor analysis and design. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have been admitted to the Master of Biotechnology Program.
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BIOT 630 - Experimental Design and Statistical Analysis in Biotechnology Units: 3
Introduces advanced statistical concepts and analytical methods for the experimental needs and data encountered in biotechnology and biomedical sciences. Experimental design/conduct, quantitative analysis of data, and statistical inferences and interpretations are studied for scientific hypothesis testing, as well as clinical trials. Explores methodological approaches to bioassay development/testing and provides a foundation for critically evaluating information to support research findings, product claims, and technology opportunities. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have been admitted to the Master of Biotechnology Program.
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BIOT 650 - Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management in Life Sciences Units: 3
Overview of the laws and regulations enforced by the Food and Drug Administration and other regulatory agencies related to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Included is the U.S. legal regulatory system, Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and related laws, Freedom of Information Act, regulation affecting foods, drugs, biologics, veterinary products, diagnostics, and devices, FDA enforcement, product liability, and import/export requirements. Reviews the impact of quality systems and the functions, roles, and responsibilities on Quality Assurance and Quality Control. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment is restricted to students who have been admitted to the Master of Biotechnology Program.
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BIOT 655 - Business Law & Intellectual Property in High Technology Enterprises Units: 2
Understanding individual and organizational responsibility in commercial biotechnology and the role of intellectual property in a high-technology industry. Business in a legal, social, political, and regulated environment will be explored. Topics include legal principles, contract law, and intellectual property and its protection. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment is restricted to students who have been admitted to the Master of Biotechnology Program.
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BIOT 660 - Scientific Communication in Industry Units: 2
Provides insight and practice in the forms of scientific communication including scientific papers, technical reports, presentations, proposals, organizational reporting/reports, and other communication demands found in industry. Students will differentiate between objectives of the various communication purposes and understand key steps and ingredients for effective communication. Emphasizes basic skills for both written and oral communication and provides practice of these principles. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment is restricted to students who have been admitted to the Master of Biotechnology Program.
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BIOT 675 - BioScience Beyond the Border Units: 2
Exposes students to the needs of participating in today’s global life science enterprise, including the interconnection between local and global processes. Addresses the need for understanding cultures and practices of other countries that impact essential relations, behavior, strategies, values, and attitudes to negotiate and conduct international relations.
Enrollment Restrictions: Admission to Professional Master’s Degree in Biotechnology, or consent of Program Director.
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BIOT 680A - Semester in Residence Project Writing Workshop Units: 1
Provides the student with tools and a focused pathway to develop and complete their Semester in Residence Project proposal. This process is imperative to the student’s ability to produce a comprehensive final project, defense, and future industry presentations. Units vary according to depth of content and instructional needs. May not be repeated. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment is restricted to students who have been admitted to the Professional Master’s Degree in Biotechnology.
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BIOT 680B - Semester in Residence Project Writing Workshop Units: 2
Provides the student with tools and a focused pathway to develop and complete their Semester in Residence Project proposal. This process is imperative to the student’s ability to produce a comprehensive final project, defense, and future industry presentations. Units vary according to depth of content and instructional needs. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment is restricted to students who have been admitted to the Professional Master’s Degree in Biotechnology.
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 680A .
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BIOT 681A - Internship/Semester in Residence/Project Units: 4
Provides industry experience in commercial Research and Development under the guidance of faculty and direct supervision by a company manager. The student will establish/accomplish goals, communicate work/project progress, acquire broad organization insight, and demonstrate core competencies required for the degree. The experience will culminate in a written project document and an oral presentation to fellow students, faculty, and company representatives on assigned work and project. The number of units depends upon project workload. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have been admitted to the Professional Master’s Degree in Biotechnology.
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 680A or BIOT 680B .
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BIOT 681B - Internship/Semester in Residence/Project Units: 5
Provides industry experience in commercial Research and Development under the guidance of faculty and direct supervision by a company manager. The student will establish/accomplish goals, communicate work/project progress, acquire broad organization insight, and demonstrate core competencies required for the degree. The experience will culminate in a written project document and an oral presentation to fellow students, faculty, and company representatives on assigned work and project. The number of units depends upon project workload. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have been admitted to the Professional Master’s Degree in Biotechnology.
Prerequisite(s): BIOT 680A or BIOT 680B .
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BIOT 690 - Case Studies and Current Trends in Biotechnology Units: 2
A colloquium and study in the emerging developments in biotechnology. Explores new topics and methodologies in bioscience as determined by recent science presentations/publications and information networking. Advanced study examines cutting-edge science, new discoveries, and next-generation technology applications in biotechnology. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment is restricted to students who have been admitted to the Master of Biotechnology Program.
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BIOT 697A - Directed Studies Units: 1
Industrial or academic research directed or sponsored by industry and Professional Science Masters faculty. Enrollment limited to students who have Graduate Standing and who expect to use the facilities and resources of industry or CSUSM. Units may be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree. May be repeated one time. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOT 697B - Directed Studies Units: 2
Industrial or academic research directed or sponsored by industry and Professional Science Masters faculty. Enrollment limited to students who have Graduate Standing and who expect to use the facilities and resources of industry or CSUSM. Units may be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree. May be repeated one time. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOT 697C - Directed Studies Units: 3
Industrial or academic research directed or sponsored by industry and Professional Science Masters faculty. Enrollment limited to students who have Graduate Standing and who expect to use the facilities and resources of industry or CSUSM. Units may be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree. May be repeated one time. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOT 697D - Directed Studies Units: 4
Industrial or academic research directed or sponsored by industry and Professional Science Masters faculty. Enrollment limited to students who have Graduate Standing and who expect to use the facilities and resources of industry or CSUSM. Units may be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree. May be repeated one time. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOT 697E - Directed Studies Units: 5
Industrial or academic research directed or sponsored by industry and Professional Science Masters faculty. Enrollment limited to students who have Graduate Standing and who expect to use the facilities and resources of industry or CSUSM. Units may be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree. May be repeated one time. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOT 697F - Directed Studies Units: 6
Industrial or academic research directed or sponsored by industry and Professional Science Masters faculty. Enrollment limited to students who have Graduate Standing and who expect to use the facilities and resources of industry or CSUSM. Units may be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree. May be repeated one time. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor.
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BIOT 699A - Semester in Residence Project Extension Units: 1
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade or Report in Progress (RP) in BIOT 680B and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University/Industry to work on or complete the project. May not be repeated more than once. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of Program/Department-Director/Chair. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOT 680B with an assigned grade of Report in Progress (RP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOT 699B - Semester in Residence Project Extension Units: 2
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade or Report in Progress (RP) in BIOT 680B and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University/Industry to work on or complete the project. May not be repeated more than once. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of Program/Department-Director/Chair. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOT 680B with an assigned grade of Report in Progress (RP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOT 699C - Semester in Residence Project Extension Units: 3
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade or Report in Progress (RP) in BIOT 680B and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University/Industry to work on or complete the project. May not be repeated more than once. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of Program/Department-Director/Chair. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOT 680B with an assigned grade of Report in Progress (RP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOT 699D - Semester in Residence Project Extension Units: 4
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade or Report in Progress (RP) in BIOT 680B and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University/Industry to work on or complete the project. May not be repeated more than once. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of Program/Department-Director/Chair. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOT 680B with an assigned grade of Report in Progress (RP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOT 699E - Semester in Residence Project Extension Units: 5
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade or Report in Progress (RP) in BIOT 680B and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University/Industry to work on or complete the project. May not be repeated more than once. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of Program/Department-Director/Chair. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOT 680B with an assigned grade of Report in Progress (RP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BIOT 699F - Semester in Residence Project Extension Units: 6
Registration is limited to students who have received a grade or Report in Progress (RP) in BIOT 680B and who expect to use the facilities and resources of the University/Industry to work on or complete the project. May not be repeated more than once. Grading Basis: Graded Credit/No Credit. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of Program/Department-Director/Chair. Enrollment Requirement(s): prior registration in BIOT 680B with an assigned grade of Report in Progress (RP). Units may not be applied to the required units for the Master’s degree.
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BRS 100 - Explorations in Border Studies Units: 3
Explores physical and conceptual border experiences through interdisciplinary social science study, with an emphasis on first-person narratives, generalizing to universal themes of change, globalization, conflict, motivation and movement across borders. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: ID 170 -3.
Satisfies GE area: D7
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BRS 300 - Borders: Interdisciplinary Perspectives Units: 3
Introduces concepts, theories, and issues central to the study of border regions. Examples will be drawn from local borders such as between tribal and non-tribal areas, from international border regions across the world, and from conceptual borders such as language and culture. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
Satisfies GE area: DD
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BRS 301 - Research Methods in Border Studies Units: 3
Introduces students to a variety of methodologies used in collecting and analyzing data in border studies. Students will use case material drawn from a variety of contemporary local, regional, national, and international settings on different continents, as well as from conceptual borders such as language, culture, class, and gender.
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BRS 330 - Introduction to Migration Studies Units: 3
Introduces concepts and theoretical interpretations about the causes of international migration. Provides an historical overview of the main flows of immigration to the U.S. Analyzes economic, social, political, and cultural aspects that impact the immigrants’ settlement process. Compares immigration and immigrant policies. Identifies areas of conflict and cooperation that affect the relationship between newcomers and established residents in local communities, with a focus on California and San Diego County. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
Satisfies GE area: DD
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BRS 335 - Urban Change and Ethnicity Units: 3
Focuses on key immigrant-receiving metropolitan areas in the U.S. Discusses relationship between the restructuring of those urban economies and employment/ settlement patterns of immigrants. Focuses on urbanization during two waves of immigration to America since the 1880s: 1) first wave dominated by Europeans from southern, eastern, and central Europe who arrived between 1880 and 1920, and 2) second wave dating from 1965, comprised largely of immigrants from the Western Hemisphere and Asia. A further concern is comparative urban studies: 1) how urban development was differentially shaped over time by the two waves of immigration, and 2) how the urban economies themselves shaped immigrant adaptation. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: LBST 375. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
Satisfies GE area: DD
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BRS 364 - Trade Routes: Pathways Across Borders Units: 3
Draws from geography, history, sociology, political science, economics, cultural studies, and science and technology studies. The physical pathway that permits goods to move from one geographical domain to another is at the center for understanding global trade. The pathway harnesses distinct activities into a system that allows goods to move between spaces and determines the nature of borders. Understanding this organizational system requires an interdisciplinary approach that permits us to recognize multiple kinds of connectivity across physical, social, and virtual space. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
Satisfies GE area: DD
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BRS 400 - Comparative Border Studies Units: 3
Provides an advanced comparative exploration and application of concepts, theories, and critical issues central to the study of contemporary conceptual and spatial borders. Course material will be comparative across multiple issues and world regions. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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BRS 430 - Immigration and Education Units: 3
Broadens the knowledge of determinants of educational attainment of immigrant children in the U.S. Assesses the needs of newcomer students and the capacity of public schools to respond to those needs. Provides an historical overview of immigrants in public schools. Examines the legal framework of immigration and settlement policies. Analyzes ideological debates of key issues of immigration and education. Explores issues of education and social justice. Evaluates the possibilities for a common ground in education between newcomers and established residents. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
Satisfies GE area: DD
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BRS 453 - Border Water Conflicts Units: 3
Explores conflicts over water in international border regions. Rivers and aquifers do not stop at international borders. Many neighboring countries face complex issues co-managing boundary waters, and water becomes a contested resource. Studies political economic facets of transfrontier water issues to understand how water conflicts arise and are addressed. Cases may include U.S.-Mexico border; Jordan River Basin in the Middle East; Nile in Sudan, Ethiopia, and Egypt; Euphrates in Turkey, Syria, and Iraq; and others. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
Satisfies GE area: DD
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BRS 490 - Applied Methodologies for Border Studies Units: 3
Provides students with the opportunity to apply a variety of methodologies used in collecting and analyzing data in contemporary border studies. Students will select a research question for a semester-long project with three components: literature review, fieldwork, and analysis. Students may choose their topics from any region worldwide, any international border area, or any conceptual border issue. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
Prerequisite(s): BRS 300 .
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BRS 495A - Internship for Border Studies Units: 1
Faculty sponsored academic internship in community service. May be repeated for a maximum of nine (9) units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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BRS 495B - Internship for Border Studies Units: 2
Faculty sponsored academic internship in community service. May be repeated for a maximum of nine (9) units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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BRS 495C - Internship for Border Studies Units: 3
Faculty sponsored academic internship in community service. May be repeated for a maximum of nine (9) units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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BRS 498A - Independent Study Units: 1
Intended for students with advanced standing in respective areas of study. Selected topic(s) must be approved and supervised by a faculty member in the Border Studies unit. May be repeated for a total of six (6) units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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BRS 498B - Independent Study Units: 2
Intended for students with advanced standing in respective areas of study. Selected topic(s) must be approved and supervised by a faculty member in the Border Studies unit. May be repeated for a total of six (6) units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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BRS 498C - Independent Study Units: 3
Intended for students with advanced standing in respective areas of study. Selected topic(s) must be approved and supervised by a faculty member in the Border Studies unit. May be repeated for a total of six (6) units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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BRS 499A - Independent Research Units: 1
Designed for students with demonstrated capacity for independent research in collaboration with a faculty member in the Border Studies unit. May be repeated for a total of six (6) units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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BRS 499B - Independent Research Units: 2
Designed for students with demonstrated capacity for independent research in collaboration with a faculty member in the Border Studies unit. May be repeated for a total of six (6) units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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BRS 499C - Independent Research Units: 3
Designed for students with demonstrated capacity for independent research in collaboration with a faculty member in the Border Studies unit. May be repeated for a total of six (6) units. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of instructor. Enrollment restricted to students with Junior or Senior standing.
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Business Students who have remained in any BUS course past the add/drop deadline three times may not register a fourth time for that course.
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BUS 202 - Introduction to Business Law Units: 3
Legal principles of basic business transactions. Coverage includes contracts, agency, partnerships, corporations, property, government agencies and regulations, and Uniform Commercial Code.
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BUS 203 - Business Writing Units: 3
Effective written communication applied to business letters, memos, and long reports. Includes the organization, writing, and presentation of business documents using word processing software. Incorporates basic principles of speaking effectively for business.
Prerequisite(s): GEW 101B with a grade of C- (1.7) or better.
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BUS 204 - Business Statistics Units: 3
Examines how to distill useful business information by collecting, organizing, and processing data to support business decision-making. Covers descriptive statistics (graphical representation and numerical measurements), discrete/continuous probability distributions (e.g. binomial distribution, normal distribution, etc.), and inferential statistics (e.g. confidence interval estimation, hypothesis testing, simple regression, etc.). Students will learn how to use statistical software such as Microsoft Excel to solve real world business problems. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with at least sophomore standing.
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BUS 300 - Business Professional Development Units: 2
Develops students as business professionals. Focuses on identifying career options that align with interests, values, and skills, as it relates to pursuing a position in one’s desired field. Emphasizes professional and effective interactions with others. Culminates with an Individual Development Plan to help students clarify short- and long-term career goals and create an action plan to reach those goals. Pre-business core courses may be taken simultaneously with BUS 300. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students with at least sophomore standing.
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BUS 302 - Foundations of Business Environments Units: 2
Examines the complex environment in which business decisions are made. Uncontrollable factors affecting an organization’s performance include the political, social, legal and regulatory, environmental, and technological issues. The competitive market structure and the impact of demographic diversity on organizations are an important part of an environmental analysis. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division pre-business core (major status in Business Administration – i.e. attained business status) or Computer Science majors in the Computer Information Systems option.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites for CIS students: ACCT 201 , ACCT 202 , ECON 201 , ECON 202 , MATH 160 , and either PSYC 100 or SOC 101 with grades of C (2.0) or better in all courses.
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BUS 304 - Data Analysis Units: 4
Introduction to statistical concepts and methods relevant to business problems. Model building and analysis; case studies and intensive use of statistical software. Should be taken first semester of junior year. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division pre-business core (major status in Business Administration — i.e. attained business status).
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BUS 322 - Introduction to Data Analytics Units: 2
Studies the use of statistical data in order to understand and solve business problems. Reviews descriptive statistics tools and inferential statistics topics including hypothesis testing, simple and multiple regression analysis. Additionally, statistical data mining models will be introduced. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have completed the lower-division pre-business core requirement (major status in Business Administration, i.e., attained business status).
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BUS 324 - Introduction to Business Analytics Units: 4
Introduces business analytics concepts and tools that are used in various business functions. Consists of two distinct parts: predictive and prescriptive modeling/analytics. The predictive analytics section covers the use of statistical data in order to understand and solve business problems. Subjects include a review of descriptive statistics tools, hypothesis testing, ANOVA and simple/multiple regression analysis. Statistical data-mining models are also discussed. Prescriptive analytics section covers deterministic optimization models. Statistical software and spreadsheet optimization are introduced. Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students who have completed the lower-division pre-business core requirement (major status in Business Administration, i.e., attained business status).
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