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2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Biological Sciences

  
  • BIOL 4560 - Aquatic Insects of North America



    4 hours (3;4)
    Ecology, sampling methods, systematics and classification of Neartic aquatic insects at the family level; use of keys and key terminology in aquatic insect identification.

    Prerequisite(s): Invertebrate zoology or entomology, or consent of department.

    May not be repeated at the graduate level as BIOL 5570.

  
  • BIOL 4570 - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of the Gene



    3 hours
    Mechanisms and regulation of genetic expression, chromosome replication, mutagenesis and DNA repair, and gene cloning in prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems.

    Prerequisite(s): At least one of the following: BIOL 3451 /BIOL 3452 , BIOL 3510 /BIOL 3520  or BIOC 4540 .

    Same as BIOC 4570 .

    May not be used to satisfy minor requirements in chemistry.

  
  • BIOL 4580 - Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Laboratory



    2 hours (0;5)
    Experiments in recombinant DNA techniques, gene regulation and other areas of molecular biology.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 4570  (may be taken concurrently) or BIOL 4770  (may be taken concurrently), or consent of department.

    Same as BIOC 4580 .

    May not be repeated at the graduate level as BIOL or BIOC 5580.

  
  • BIOL 4590 - Forensic Molecular Biology Laboratory



    3 hours (2;6)
    Experiments in evidence processing and forensic DNA analysis. Lectures and exercises include DNA extraction techniques, DNA quantification, PCR amplification of polymorphic nuclear and mtDNA loci, and fragment analysis utilizing capillary electrophoresis.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 4570  or BIOC 4570  or equivalent.

  
  • BIOL 4650 - Environmental Science Field Course



    6 hours (3;8)
    Advanced field course primarily emphasizing the biological, ecological, natural history and philosophical attributes of various habitats or ecoregions. Topics and field experience may vary from desert river systems to alpine limnology to coastal estuaries.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and consent of department.

    May be repeated as topics vary. The same topic may not be repeated at the graduate level as BIOL 5650 or BIOL 5670.

  
  • BIOL 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): 18 hours of biology, completion of freshman and sophomore science courses required for certification and consent of department. EDSE 3500  and EDSE 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 biology, except for students seeking teacher certification.

  
  • BIOL 4720 - Sediment Toxicology



    3 hours
    Mechanisms of contaminant transport and fate in freshwater marine sediments and pollutant effects at the individual, population and biotic community levels. Sediment contaminant bio-availability and bioaccumulation into food webs and the scientific aspects of legal control and remediation of hazardous sediments.

    Prerequisite(s): One year of chemistry and biology, or consent of department.

    May not be repeated at the graduate level as BIOL 5720.

  
  • BIOL 4751 - Neuroscience I: Cells and Circuits



    3 hours
    Neuroscience research strategies, neurons and glia, synaptic transmission, neurotransmitters, developmental brain anatomy, sensory and motorsystems.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of biology or consent of department.

    May not be repeated at the graduate level as BIOL 5751.

  
  • BIOL 4752 - Neuroscience II: Brain and Plasticity



    3 hours
    Brain basis of motivation, sex, emotion, sleep, mental illness, memory; plasticity in developing and adult brain.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of biology or consent of department. BIOL 4751  recommended.

    May not be repeated at the graduate level as BIOL 5752.

  
  • BIOL 4760 - Neurobiology Laboratory



    1 hour (0;3)
    Vertebrate neuroanatomy and experimental neurobiology using electrophysiological and behavioral methods.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 4751  (may be taken concurrently).

    May not be repeated at the graduate level as BIOL 5760.

  
  • BIOL 4770 - Biotechnology



    3 hours
    Applications of biotechnology in today’s society. Emphasis on molecular biotechnology and its applications in industry, agriculture, medicine and forensic science. Students may enroll in BIOL 4580  for the companion laboratory component.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2041 /BIOL 2042  and BIOL 3350  or BIOL 3451 /BIOL 3452 .

  
  • BIOL 4800 - Biological Sciences Seminar Series



    1 hour
    A weekly seminar series covering a broad range of biological research topics. Invited speakers are prominent local, regional or national researchers.

    Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of biological science and admission to the biology/biochemistry major, or consent of department.

    Maximum of 2 hours may be used toward advanced biology electives in the BS Biology degree, but not the BA degree with a major in biology. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • BIOL 4801 - Microbial Genetics



    3 hours
    Genetic structure, inheritance and gene expression in microorganisms and their viruses.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2041 , BIOL 2042 , 8 hours of organic chemistry and junior standing.

    Same as BIOL 5800.

    Genetics is also recommended. May not be repeated at the graduate level as BIOL 5800.

  
  • BIOL 4805 - Biological Sciences Capstone Seminar



    3 hours
    Students read, present, and discuss scientific papers related to a weekly topic in the biological sciences. Students will also attend a weekly seminar on the same topic given by invited speakers who are prominent local, regional or national researchers.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and biological sciences major status; or consent of department.

    May not use both BIOL 4800  and BIOL 4805 toward the BS in Biology. May be used as an elective in the degree but not as a major requirement for the BA with a major in biology.

    Core Category: Capstone
  
  • BIOL 4810 - Biocomputing



    3 hours
    Introduction to computational problems inspired by the life sciences and overview of available tools. Methods to compute sequence alignments, regulatory motifs, phylogenetic trees and restriction maps.

    Prerequisite(s): CSCE 3850  or consent of department.

    Same as CSCE 4810 .

  
  • BIOL 4820 - Computational Epidemiology



    3 hours
    Application of computational methods to problems in the fields of public health. Design and implementation of disease outbreak models.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

    Same as CSCE 4820 ; taught with CSCE 4820 /CSCE 5820.

  
  • BIOL 4850 - Biology 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 are required to attend the weekly lab meetings and assist in the instruction of two lab sections per week and 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, completion of the biology/biochemistry premajor, consent of laboratory coordinator in charge of the specific laboratory course, and minimum UNT and overall GPA of 2.5.

    Core Category: Capstone
  
  • BIOL 4900 - Special Problems



    1–3 hours
    Individual readings and laboratory research projects in biological sciences.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of supervisory faculty member, proposal filed in department advising office prior to registration and junior or senior standing.

    Three hours may be applied to advanced biology electives for the BS degree, but not the BA degree in biology.

  
  • BIOL 4910 - Special Problems



    1–3 hours
    Individual readings and laboratory research projects in biological sciences.

    Prerequisite(s): Approval of supervisory faculty member, proposal filed in department advising office prior to registration and junior or senior standing.

    Three hours may be applied to advanced biology electives for the BS degree, but not the BA degree in biology.

  
  • BIOL 4920 - Cooperative Education in Biological Sciences



    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 hours of credit in biological sciences; student must meet employer’s requirements and have consent of department.

    May not count toward a major or minor in biological sciences. May be repeated for credit.

  
  • BIOL 4930 - Special Problems



    1–3 hours
    Individual study.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and approval of supervising faculty member and/or consent of department.

  
  • BIOL 4940 - Honors Research in Biology



    3 hours
    Advanced original independent research supervised by a faculty member in the biological sciences.

    Prerequisite(s): 3.25 GPA or better in the sciences, at least 20 hours of biology and 16 hours of chemistry, junior or senior standing and departmental approval.

    For students interested in pursuing careers in research or medicine. May not be applied to the biology requirements for the BA degree in biology.

  
  • BIOL 4950 - Honors Thesis in Biology



    3 hours
    Continuation of BIOL 4940  involving advanced original independent research culminating in a written report supervised by a faculty member in the biological sciences. The results are written in standard thesis format and presented orally.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 4940  and departmental approval.

    For students interested in pursuing careers in research or medicine. May not be applied to the biology requirements for the BA degree in biology.

    Core Category: Capstone
  
  • BIOL 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.

    Core Category: Capstone

Business

  
  • BUSI 1200 - Careers and Professional Development Strategies for Business



    1 hour
    Introduces students to the process of business career exploration through integrating knowledge of self with knowledge of business career opportunities. Explores career opportunities within the disciplines of business (professional field choices) through a variety of sources. Introduces students to professional development activities and academic strategies/planning techniques that can work to enhance their business education and assist in timely completion of a business degree.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

    Pass/no pass only.

  
  • BUSI 1340 - Managing the Business Enterprise



    3 hours
    Study of managing the business enterprise with an emphasis on leadership with integrity. Overview of managing business organizations and what is needed to succeed in local, domestic, and global markets.

    Prerequisite(s): Freshman or sophomore standing. Cannot be used to meet business foundation, business professional field, or business supporting field requirements.

    Core Category: Discovery
  
  • BUSI 2900 - Special Problems



    1–3 hours
    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • BUSI 3400 - Readings in Business



    1–3 hours
    Reading books influencing American business philosophy; reading for pleasure; study of current problems reported in business periodicals.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

    Credit varies depending upon amount and types of reading.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • BUSI 4900 - Special Problems



    1–3 hours
    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • 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.

    Core Category: Capstone
  
  • 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.

    Core Category: Capstone

Business Computer Information Systems

  
  • 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).

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • BCIS 3615 - Visual Display of Business Information



    3 hours
    Explores the use of visual display techniques and tools in the creation of electronic business documents and presentations. Stresses development of good written and oral presentation skills, as well as familiarity with a wide range of multimedia tools.

    Prerequisite(s): BCIS 2610  or equivalent.

    Core Category: Discovery
  
  • BCIS 3620 - File Concepts and Procedures



    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).

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • BCIS 3690 - Information Systems 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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):

    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.

  
  • BCIS 4680 - Distributed Systems and Teleprocessing



    3 hours
    Development of an understanding of the differences between centralized, decentralized and distributed data processing systems; their relationships with the business enterprise, data communications and the parameters affecting the implementation of the system; provides background for analysis, design, selection and evaluation of hardware, software and support required for a distributed data processing 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • BCIS 4800 - Cooperative Education



    1–3 hours
    Supervised work in a job related to student’s career objective.

    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.

    Pass/no pass only. Cannot be used as a support course.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

    Core Category: Capstone

Business Law

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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 1040  and PSCI 1050 , or equivalent.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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 .

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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 .

  
  • 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 .

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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 .

  
  • BLAW 4900 - Special Problems



    1–3 hours
    Prerequisite(s): None.

  
  • 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.

    Core Category: Capstone

Chamber Music

  
  • MUCM 3510 - String Chamber Music



    1 hour (0;2)
    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUCM 3520 - Woodwind Chamber Music



    1 hour (0;2)
    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUCM 3530 - Brass Chamber Music



    1 hour (0;2)
    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUCM 3540 - Percussion Chamber Music



    1 hour (0;2)
    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUCM 3550 - Jazz Chamber Music



    1 hour (0;2)
    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUCM 3617 - Percussion Ensemble



    1 hour (0;2)
    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUCM 3621 - Guitar Ensemble



    1 hour (0;2)
    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit.

  
  • MUCM 3630 - Harp Ensemble



    1 hour (0;4)
    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May be repeated for credit.


Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1360 - Context of Chemistry



    3 hours (3;2)
    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, popular perspectives of chemistry. Includes laboratory.

    Prerequisite(s): None.

    May not be counted toward a major or minor in chemistry.

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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.

    Core Category: Discovery
  
  • 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): MATH 1100  or equivalent.

    *This hour is a problem-solving session.

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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): MATH 1100  or equivalent, admission to Honors College.

    *This hour is a discussion session.

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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): MATH 1100  or equivalent. High school chemistry or equivalent is strongly recommended.

    *This hour is a problem-solving session.

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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): MATH 1650  or equivalent.

    *This hour is a problem-solving session.

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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): CHEM 1410  or CHEM 1413  or consent of department.

    *This hour is a problem-solving session.

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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): 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.

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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): CHEM 1413  or consent of department.

    *This hour is a problem-solving session.

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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 .

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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).

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • CHEM 1440 - Laboratory Sequence for General Chemistry

    (CHEM 1112)

    1 hour (1;3)
    Quantitative, gravimetric and volumetric analyses; coordination compounds.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1430 .

    Corequisite(s): CHEM 1420  or CHEM 1422  or CHEM 1423 .

    Core Category: Natural Sciences
  
  • 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): CHEM 1415 , CHEM 1420 , CHEM 1422  or CHEM 1423 ; CHEM 3210  (should be taken concurrently).

    *This hour is a problem-solving session.

  
  • 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 . CHEM 3220  (should be taken concurrently).

    *This hour is a problem-solving session.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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): CHEM 1440 . CHEM 2370  (should be taken concurrently).

  
  • 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 2380  and CHEM 3210  (should be taken concurrently).

  
  • 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 .

  
  • 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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