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BUSI 3660 - Professional Speaking, Writing, and Presentation in a Global Environment
3 hours (3;0;1)
Mastery of the writing process, public speaking and professional presentations. Designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective oral and written communication in domestic as well as international professional settings. Students learn to write professional documents, develop public presence skills, and gain experience developing and delivering structured presentations. Addresses inter-cultural competence. Contains a 3-hour lecture and a required 1-hour recitation component. The recitation provides a smaller environment for practical application of skills introduced during the lecture.
Prerequisite(s): Open to business majors only.
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BUSI 4660 - International Business Operations
3 hours
Foreign operations of American firms and impact of foreign competition on the domestic market; organization for foreign production, marketing and finance; foreign markets, resources, institutions and managerial problems arising out of governmental relations.
Prerequisite(s): MKTG 3650 , FINA 3770 and senior standing.
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BUSI 4700 - Topics in International Business Practices and Policies
3 hours
Topics include analysis of issues in accounting, marketing, management, finance, the legal environment, or information systems between international companies and U.S. companies. Students are introduced to the business practices and the role culture plays in transacting business internationally. Taught internationally, focusing on a specific country or region.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2010 and ACCT 2020 ; MGMT 3330 or MKTG 3010 or BCIS 3615 .
May be repeated for credit as topics vary, for up to 9 hours of credit.
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BUSI 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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BUSI 4940 - Business Policy
3 hours
Enterprise management integrating the functional areas of business administration into a realistic approach to business problems; applying principles to complex problems at the executive level.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all other business foundation courses with a grade of C or better and senior standing.
To be taken during the last term/semester of course work.
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BUSI 4951 - Honors College Capstone Thesis
3 hours
Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College.
May be substituted for HNRS 4000 . Course may be taken only once for Honors College credit.
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BCIS 2610 - Introduction to Computers in Business (BCIS 1305 or BCIS 1405)
3 hours
Study of the introductory concepts of computing in business; basic computer components, computer history and programming.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1100 or higher (MATH 1180 preferred).
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BCIS 2996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; freshman or sophomore class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May be taken only once for Honors College credit.
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BCIS 3610 - Basic Information Systems
3 hours
Theory, capabilities, applications, benefits, liabilities and economics of business computer information systems. Using the computer to solve business problems. Management information systems and computer-based decision support emphasized. Use of standard support application packages.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 2610 or equivalent.
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BCIS 3615 - Visual Display of Business Information
3 hours
Enhances personal development and discovery fulfilling the standard, functional requirements of communication commonly deemed necessary for professional business performance while combining forward-looking content, ethics application, and creativity–all targeted to the 21st-century business environment.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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BCIS 3620 - Mainframe Concepts
3 hours
Introduction to COBOL programming in the business environment. Emphasis on the fundamentals of structured program design, development, testing, implementation and documentation of common business-oriented applications using COBOL. Coverage of language syntax, data and file structures editing, report generation, data validation, basic file processing and an introduction to batch and interactive JCL.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 2610 or equivalent; a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT).
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BCIS 3630 - Object-Oriented Programming for Business
3 hours
Introduction of abstract data types, inheritance, object identity, polymorphism as they relate to building business objects and business classes; use of Java programming language depicting the object orientation concepts; use of class libraries and Java packages for business object construction.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 2610 or equivalent; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course; or consent of department.
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BCIS 3680 - Enterprise-Oriented Programming
3 hours
Concepts of enterprise-level Java development such as graphical interfaces, JavaBeans, database services, and distributed systems as they relate to building object-oriented applications at the enterprise-level.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3630 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 3690 - Advanced Mainframe Concepts
3 hours
Concepts of advanced COBOL programming: computer utilization, business applications, data structures, information systems research potential and software design on interactive systems. Topics include structured designs, software development tools, advance file processing, utilities, OS and interactive JCL, report writer, debugging, sorting and other advanced COBOL language features.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3620 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 3996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; at least junior class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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BCIS 4610 - Analysis of Business Information Systems
3 hours
An integrated perspective of the problems in today’s information systems environment, concentration on contemporary design methodologies and considerations unique to users of computers and information systems. Topics include current systems analysis, modular design, development and implementation, documentation, project planning and task definition, and other systems analysis topics.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3610 or equivalent; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4620 - Introduction to Database Applications
3 hours
Analysis of file organization techniques and data structures. Consideration of the management of data as a resource. Design of data models and databases in business organizations. Use of database management systems and user-oriented data languages.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3610 , BCIS 3630 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4630 - Fundamentals of Information Technology Security
3 hours
Introduction to the security systems development life cycle and its effects on application development, software engineering, traditional systems analysis and networking. Examines the various components of information privacy and security.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3630 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4640 - Administrative Problems in Information Systems
3 hours
Advanced analysis of business information systems. An integrated investigation of business computer information systems programming and systems development concepts. Use of project management methodologies, concentration on tools and techniques, formal presentations and group dynamics.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 4610 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4650 - Visual Programming for Business Applications
3 hours
Business application design and development from the perspective of visual programming technologies. Emphasis on performance characteristics and user interface design considerations.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3630 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4660 - Introduction to Data Warehousing
3 hours
Investigates model-based approaches to the design of data warehouses. Examines their critical role in decision systems for business and industry.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3610 ; DSCI 3710 or DSCI 3870 ; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4670 - Continuing Seminar in Computer-Based Information Systems
3 hours
Seminar on current topics in business computer information systems. Examines state-of-the-art issues associated with the design, development, implementation, control and management of business computer information systems.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3630 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4680 - Business Data Communications and Networking
3 hours
Development of an understanding of 21st-century data communications and networking technologies; solid conceptual and practical understanding of how current network technologies operate and their relationships with the business enterprise; background for analysis, design, selection and evaluation of hardware, software and support required for a data communications and networking environment.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3630 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4690 - Information Technology Management
3 hours
Overview of the management of an organization’s information assets. Emphasizes techniques and issues specific to information systems department management; the development, implementation and operation of computer-based information systems; as well as personnel, career management, assessment, legal, ethical, global and societal issues.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 4610 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department; completion of all other business foundation courses with a grade of C or better and senior standing.
BCIS degree majors must take this course within 12 hours of graduation.
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BCIS 4700 - Problem Solving and Decision Making Process
3 hours
Study of the process of decision making, and the information requirements of decisions; decision support system tool selection and DSS applications development.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3610 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4710 - Object-Oriented Methodologies
3 hours
Examines the object-oriented paradigm and the analysis and design of information systems using object-oriented approaches.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3630 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4720 - Web-Based Information Technologies
3 hours
Provides tools, skills, and an understanding of technology, business concepts and issues that surround the use of web-based information systems. In addition to acquiring basic skills for development of web-based information systems, the student develops an understanding of the current practices and opportunities in electronic publishing, electronic commerce, electronic distribution and electronic collaboration. The student explores several problem areas in electronic commerce such as security (authentication, privacy), encryption, safeguarding of intellectual property rights, acceptable use policies, and legal liabilities.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3630 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4730 - International Issues of Information Technology
3 hours
Addresses contemporary information systems topics with emphasis on the organizational, economic and technological impacts of information systems in a global business environment. Designed to be both interesting and informative for all business students who want to better understand important international IT management issues and their impact on business.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3610 or equivalent.
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BCIS 4740 - Administration and Policy in Information Security
3 hours
Investigates the major concepts and techniques used in client-server systems architecture and information security, beginning with a strategic planning process for security. Subjects include security practices, security architecture and models, continuity planning and disaster recovery planning.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3610 . 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course, or consent of department.
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BCIS 4750 - Blockchain for Business
3 hours
The course offers an introduction to Blockchain for business. Much like the internet in its early days, blockchain seems difficult to understand and forecast, but it could become pervasive in the exchange of payments, goods, services, information, and interactions between organizations. Beginning with the history of blockchain and it antecedents, we will explore the significance of blockchain in the marketplace starting with existing implementations like bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, emerging and probable applications, as well as the possibilities for the expanded use of blockchain in business, government, and not-for-profit organizations. Topics will include the strengths, weaknesses, and technical limitations of blockchain; its legal, regulatory, and governance implications; its potential to disrupt industries and organizations; and much more.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Meets with BCIS 5750.
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BCIS 4800 - Cooperative Education
1–3 hours
Supervised work in a job related to the student’s career. A maximum of 3 hours may be applied to elective work in the professional field with departmental approval.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 3620 or BCIS 3630 ; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); student must meet the employer’s requirements, and have consent of the department chair or BCIS undergraduate coordinator.
Repeatable for up to 9 hours of credit.
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BCIS 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 , ECON 1110 , MATH 1100 . BCIS 2610 or equivalent; ACCT 2010 and ACCT 2020 with a grade of C or better; MATH 1190 or equivalent; 2.7 UNT GPA (2.7 transfer GPA if no courses taken at UNT); a grade of C or better in each previously taken BCIS course or consent of department.
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BCIS 4951 - Honors College Capstone Thesis
3 hours
Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College.
May be substituted for HNRS 4000 . Course may be taken only once for Honors College credit.
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BLAW 2000 - Personal Law
3 hours
Consumer-oriented study of the principles of personal law. Student participation required in resolving problems associated with the family, home and vehicle ownership, crimes, negligence, employment, death (including wills and estates), taxation and an individual’s rights as a consumer. Recommended for all students, regardless of major field of interest.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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BLAW 2996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by a freshman or sophomore honors student under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; freshman or sophomore class status; consent of the Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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BLAW 3430 - Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
3 hours
Historical, economic, political and ethical bases of contracts and sales, including the Uniform Commercial Code, and the impact of regulatory agencies on business enterprise.
Prerequisite(s): PSCI 2306 and PSCI 2305 , or equivalent.
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BLAW 3996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; at least junior class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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BLAW 4430 - Legal Organizations and Financial Transactions
3 hours
Legal aspects of agency, partnerships, corporations, commercial paper, secured transactions and bankruptcy.
Prerequisite(s): BLAW 3430 .
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BLAW 4450 - Corporation Law
3 hours
A course developing the law concerning the powers, duties and responsibilities of corporate managers to their organizations, to investors, to creditors, to the state, and to the general public under state corporation codes and state and federal securities legislation.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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BLAW 4480 - International Business Law
3 hours
Examination of selected aspects of the international legal environment affecting transnational commerce. Consideration of relevant U.S. constitutional, treaty and statutory provisions; international conventions and agreements; sovereign immunity and act of state doctrines, nationalization and expropriation.
Prerequisite(s): BLAW 3430 .
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BLAW 4500 - Estate Planning
3 hours
Planning process and selected techniques for efficient disposition and administration of property interests; various tools, including wills, trusts, life insurance settlement options and powers of appointment; pertinent income, estate and gift tax provisions.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Same as RMIN 4500 .
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BLAW 4600 - Current Topics in Business Law
3 hours
Designed to provide information on the legal environment of specified functional areas as required by developing trends and/or changes in the law.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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BLAW 4770 - Real Estate Law and Contracts
3 hours
Study of the legal principles governing real estate transactions with an emphasis on promulgated contracts. Topics include contract law, estates in land, types of ownership, deeds, mortgages, title insurance, agency and homestead.
Prerequisite(s): None.
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BLAW 4790 - Property Management Law
3 hours
Study of the local, state and federal laws, regulations and cases that impact the professional management of real property. Particular emphasis is given to the legal and ethical issues relative to residential property management. The landlord/tenant relationship is analyzed as well as issues concerning employees, tort liability, risk management, various types of government regulation, fair housing and eviction. Texas Apartment Association lease contracts and other forms are reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): BLAW 3430 .
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BLAW 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
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BLAW 4951 - Honors College Capstone Thesis
3 hours
Major research project prepared by the student under the supervision of a faculty member and presented in standard thesis format. An oral defense is required of each student for successful completion of the thesis.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 6 hours in honors courses; completion of at least 12 hours in the major department in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the department chair and the dean of the school or college in which the thesis is prepared; approval of the dean of the Honors College.
May be substituted for HNRS 4000 . Course may be taken only once for Honors College credit.
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MUCM 3510 - String Chamber Music
1 hour (0;2)
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUCM 3520 - Woodwind Chamber Music
1 hour (0;2)
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUCM 3530 - Brass Chamber Music
1 hour (0;2)
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUCM 3540 - Percussion Chamber Music
1 hour (0;2)
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUCM 3550 - Jazz Chamber Music
1 hour (0;2)
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUCM 3617 - Percussion Ensemble
1 hour (0;2)
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUCM 3621 - Guitar Ensemble
1 hour (0;2)
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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MUCM 3630 - Harp Ensemble
1 hour (0;4)
Prerequisite(s): None.
May be repeated for credit.
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CHEM 1360 - Context of Chemistry
3 hours
Fundamentals of chemistry for students who are not science majors. Applications of chemistry to its role in the world. Topics include historical and philosophical development of modern chemistry, the environment, energy, industrial and economic development, modern materials, and popular perspectives of chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): None.
May not be counted toward a major or minor in chemistry.
Core Category: Life and Physical Sciences
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CHEM 1400 - Discover Chemistry
3 hours
An introduction to topics in chemistry. Explores different applications of chemistry and areas of research.
Prerequisite(s): Recommended for students interested in the chemistry major.
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CHEM 1410 - General Chemistry for Science Majors (CHEM 1311)
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Fundamental concepts, states of matter, periodic table, structure and bonding, stoichiometry, oxidation and reduction, solutions, and compounds of representative elements.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in MATH 1100 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 1430 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
Core Category: Life and Physical Sciences
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CHEM 1412 - General Chemistry for the Honors College
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Nature of chemistry, states of matter, periodic table, structure and bonding, stoichiometry, oxidation and reduction, solutions, compounds of representative elements, historical context, practical consequences.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in MATH 1100 or equivalent, admission to Honors College.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 1430 .
*This hour is a discussion session.
Core Category: Life and Physical Sciences
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CHEM 1413 - Honors General Chemistry
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Fundamental concepts, states of matter, periodic table, structure, solutions and compounds of representative elements.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in MATH 1100 or equivalent. High school chemistry or equivalent is strongly recommended.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 1430 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
Core Category: Life and Physical Sciences
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CHEM 1415 - General Chemistry for Engineering Majors
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Fundamental concepts, atomic structure, periodic table, stoichiometry, states of matter, chemical bonding, new materials, solutions, thermodynamics, reaction rates, equilibrium, electrochemistry, polymers and nuclear reactions.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in MATH 1650 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 1435 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
Core Category: Life and Physical Sciences
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CHEM 1420 - General Chemistry for Science Majors (CHEM 1312)
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Thermodynamics, reaction rates, equilibrium, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, polymers, radioactivity and nuclear reactions.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in CHEM 1410 or CHEM 1413 or consent of department.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 1440 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
Core Category: Life and Physical Sciences
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CHEM 1422 - General Chemistry for the Honors College
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Thermodynamics, reaction rates, equilibrium, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, polymers, radioactivity and nuclear reactions, historical context, practical consequences.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in CHEM 1412 or CHEM 1410 (or CHEM 1413 with grade B or better and permission of the department), MATH 1100 or equivalent, admission to Honors College.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 1440 .
Core Category: Life and Physical Sciences
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CHEM 1423 - Honors General Chemistry
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Thermodynamics, reaction rates, equilibrium, electrochemistry and nuclear chemistry. This course is strongly advised and may be required for students planning to engage in undergraduate chemical research.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in CHEM 1413 or consent of department.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 1440 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
Core Category: Life and Physical Sciences
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CHEM 1430 - Laboratory Sequence for General Chemistry (CHEM 1111)
1 hour (1;3)
Laboratory techniques, weighing, errors and significant figures, identification and purification of substances, and elementary quantitative analysis.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 1410 or CHEM 1412 or CHEM 1413 .
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CHEM 1435 - General Chemistry Laboratory for Engineering Majors
1 hour (1;3)
Laboratory techniques; application of statistical methods to laboratory data; chemical and physical property measurements; stoichiometric analysis; measurement of thermodynamic, electrochemical and kinetic data.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1415 (may be taken concurrently).
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CHEM 1440 - Laboratory Sequence for General Chemistry (CHEM 1112)
1 hour (1;3)
Quantitative, gravimetric and volumetric analyses; coordination compounds.
Prerequisite(s): C or better in CHEM 1430 .
Corequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or CHEM 1422 or CHEM 1423 .
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CHEM 2370 - Organic Chemistry (CHEM 2323)
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Structure, nomenclature, occurrence and uses of main classes of organic compounds; functional groups and their interconversion; character of chemical bonding; stereochemistry; structure and reactivity; acid/base reactions, resonance, inductive and steric effects; reaction mechanisms.
Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1415 , CHEM 1420 , CHEM 1422 , or CHEM 1423 .
Corequisite(s): CHEM 3210
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 2380 - Organic Chemistry (CHEM 2325)
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Nucleophilic and electrophilic reaction mechanisms; molecular rearrangements; radical reactions; organic synthesis; absorption spectra of organic compounds of biological interest.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2370 with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 3220 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 2900 - Introduction to Chemical Research
1–3 hours
Individualized laboratory instruction. Students may begin training on laboratory research techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1430 (should be taken concurrently) and consent of instructor.
For elective credit only; may not be substituted for required chemistry courses.
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CHEM 2910 - Introduction to Chemical Research
1–3 hours
Individualized laboratory instruction. Students may begin training on laboratory research techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1430 (should be taken concurrently) and consent of instructor.
For elective credit only; may not be substituted for required chemistry courses.
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CHEM 2996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by a freshman or sophomore honors student under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; freshman or sophomore class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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CHEM 3210 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory
1 hour (1;3)
Separations and Synthesis. Organic preparations; techniques of recrystallization, distillation, solvent extraction, separation of mixtures, chromatography and spectroscopic methods.
Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in CHEM 1420 and CHEM 1440 .
Corequisite(s): CHEM 2370 or completed prior with a “C” or better
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CHEM 3220 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory
1 hour (1;3)
Synthesis and Analysis. Organic syntheses and systematic identification of unknown organic compounds utilizing classical “wet” and spectroscopic analytical methods.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2370 with a grade of C or better, and CHEM 3210 .
Corequisite(s): CHEM 2380 or completed prior with C or better.
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CHEM 3230 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory Sequence
1 hour (1;3)
Physical Measurements. Treatment of experimental data. Calorimetry, gases, vacuum line techniques, phase and chemical equilibria, polarimetry, and kinetics.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3510 (may be taken concurrently). Should be taken concurrently with CHEM 3510 and CHEM 3520 .
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CHEM 3240 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory Sequence
1 hour (1;3)
Advanced Physical Measurements. Spectrophotometry, lasers, atomic and molecular spectroscopy.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3230 . Should be taken concurrently with CHEM 3510 and CHEM 3520 .
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CHEM 3330 - Forensic Science Analysis
4 hours
This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of today’s
crime laboratories and investigative techniques used in the proper collection, preservation, and
analysis of evidence.
Prerequisite(s):
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CHEM 3451 - Quantitative Analysis
3 hours
Statistical treatment of data; theory and principles of sampling and transfer techniques, gravimetric, and volumetric methods; introductory instrumental analysis.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1440 .
Corequisite(s): CHEM 3452 .
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CHEM 3452 - Quantitative Analysis Laboratory
1 hour (0;4)
Statistical treatment of data; sampling and transfer techniques; selected gravimetric and volumetric methods; introductory instrumental analysis.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1440 .
Corequisite(s): CHEM 3451 .
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CHEM 3510 - Physical Chemistry
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Thermodynamics, kinetic theory, solutions and phase equilibria, chemical equilibrium, photochemistry and chemical kinetics.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 , CHEM 1422 or CHEM 1423 ; MATH 1720 ; PHYS 1420 or PHYS 2220 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 3520 - Physical Chemistry
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Quantum mechanics: atomic structure and molecular orbital theory. Spectroscopy: microwave, infrared, electronic, photoelectron, electron spin and NMR.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3510 .
*This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 3530 - Physical Chemistry for Life Science
4 hours
Fundamental principles of physical chemistry applied to biological systems; thermodynamics, equilibrium and bioenergetics, ionic equilibria, pH, buffers, ionic strength, and electrical properties of amino acids and proteins; kinetics, enzyme catalysis and inhibition; physical properties of biological macromolecules and transport properties in living systems.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or CHEM 1423 .
For chemistry (BA) and life science majors, and preprofessional students.
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CHEM 3601 - Organic Chemistry
3 hours (3;0;1*)
Survey of organic chemistry; types of chemical bonding, functional groups, synthesis and reactions; aliphatic, aromatic and heterocyclic compounds; carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or CHEM 1423 .
For medical technology, merchandising and hospitality management, and secondary education students. *This hour is a problem-solving session.
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CHEM 3602 - Laboratory for Organic Chemistry
1 hour (0;3)
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3601 (may be taken concurrently).
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CHEM 3610 - Quantitative Techniques
4 hours (3;3)
Survey of modern methods used in analytical chemistry; statistical treatment of data; gravimetric and titrimetric methods; spectrophotometric, chromatographic, potentiometric and radioisotope techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or CHEM 1423 .
For medical technology, merchandising and hospitality management and secondary education students.
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CHEM 3996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience
3 hours
Research experience conducted by an honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Honors College; at least junior class status; consent of Honors College dean.
May only be taken once for Honors College credit.
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CHEM 4110 - Chemistry Laboratory Instruction
3 hours (1;4)
Introduces undergraduate students to laboratory instruction. Select students participate in laboratory instruction under the supervision of a faculty member and graduate teaching assistant. Successful completion of the course gives the student valuable teaching experience. Students selected are required to attend the weekly lab meetings and assist in the instruction of two lab sections per week and are required to lead instruction of one laboratory class during the semester.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the laboratory and companion lecture course to be taught, with a grade of A or B. Must have a minimum UNT and overall GPA of 2.5. Approval from the laboratory coordinator in charge of the specific laboratory course.
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CHEM 4351 - Forensic Chemistry
3 hours (2;6)
Analytical chemistry applied to forensic science. Statistics and error analysis of drugs and physical evidence. Identification and analysis of forensic evidence through absorption and transmission spectroscopy, chromatography (TLC, HPLC, GC), electrophoresis, mass spectrometry, and atomic emission and analysis.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2380 , CHEM 3451 , CHEM 3452 .
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CHEM 4360 - Principles of Forensic Science
3 hours
This course is designed to reinforce knowledge of forensic techniques and skills critical to evidence preservation and collection. It will also provide students with an understanding of professional ethics in forensic science and courtroom techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3330 .
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CHEM 4530 - Materials Chemistry
3 hours
Application of chemical principles to understanding the general behavior of materials. Course includes semiconductors, metals, catalysts and “nano-designed” materials (e.g. quantum wells).
Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3520 or equivalent, or consent of department.
May not be repeated at the graduate level as CHEM 5530.
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CHEM 4610 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
3 hours (1;3)
Electronic structure of atoms and molecules; structure and thermodynamic properties of binary compounds; inorganic nomenclature; introductory survey of bonding, stereochemistry and reactivity of inorganic and organometallic complexes.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3520 .
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CHEM 4620 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
1 hour (1;3)
Inorganic and organometallic preparations and multistep syntheses; spectroscopic characterization of diamagnetic and paramagnetic compounds; actual laboratory time to vary depending on the nature of the assignment; students may need to return to the laboratory at unscheduled times to complete experimental projects.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 4610 .
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CHEM 4631 - Instrumental Analysis
3 hours
Principles and theory of chemical analysis utilizing absorption spectroscopy in ultraviolet, visible and infrared regions, nuclear and electron spin resonance, mass spectrometry, chromatography, polarography and other advanced instrumental techniques.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3451 , CHEM 3452 .
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CHEM 4632 - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
1 hour (0;4)
Identification and analysis of compounds through absorption spectroscopy in ultraviolet, visible and infrared regions, nuclear and electron spin resonance, mass spectrometry, chromatography, polarography and other advanced instrumental techniques.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 4631
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CHEM 4660 - Introduction to Computational Chemistry
3 hours (2;3)
Introduction to the use of modern computational methodologies for the study of physical properties and chemical reactions of importance in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology and environmental sciences.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3520 (should be taken concurrently) or consent of department.
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CHEM 4670 - Introduction to Medicinal Chemistry
3 hours
Fundamentals of medicinal chemistry. General aspects of drug action and rational drug design. Drug development, antibacterial agents, analgesics, antidepressants and anticancer agents.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2380 or CHEM 3601 with consent of department.
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CHEM 4700 - Research Methods for Secondary Science Instruction
3 hours (2;4)
Techniques used to solve and address scientific inquiry. Design of experiments. Use of statistics to interpret experimental results and measure sampling errors. Ethical treatment of human subjects. Laboratory safety. Mathematical modeling of scientific phenomena. Oral and written presentation of scientific work.
Prerequisite(s): 16 hours of chemistry, completion of freshman and sophomore science courses required for certification and consent of department. EDCI 3500 and EDCI 4000 are highly recommended.
Students seeking secondary certification in mathematics or computer science who have completed the other science requirements of their majors also may enroll. Does not count as an elective toward a major or minor in chemistry, except for students seeking teacher certification.
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CHEM 4900 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
A written report is required each term/semester.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3220 or equivalent, and consent of directing professor.
May be repeated for credit, not to exceed 3 hours each.
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CHEM 4910 - Special Problems
1–3 hours
A written report is required each term/semester.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3220 or equivalent, and consent of directing professor.
May be repeated for credit, not to exceed 3 hours each.
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CHEM 4912 - Undergraduate Research Capstone Experience
3 hours
Undergraduate students conduct research in a laboratory under the direction of a graduate research group. A written report and an oral presentation are required.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3220 or equivalent, and consent of directing professor.
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CHEM 4920 - Cooperative Education in Chemistry
1–3 hours
Supervised work in a job directly related to the student’s major, professional field of study or career objective.
Prerequisite(s): 12 semester hours of credit in chemistry; student must meet employer’s requirements and have consent of the department chair.
May be repeated for credit.
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