2007-2008 Catalog Course Description Listing
NOTE: Northern Kentucky University has established abbreviations for its various disciplines. These abbreviations, which are printed below the name of each discipline in the following course descriptions, should be used in preparing course schedules and at other times when referring to specific courses. Following course titles are three figures in parentheses. The first of these indicates the number of lecture hours in the course; the second, the number of laboratory hours; and the third, the number of semester hours of credit.
The University reserves the right to withdraw or modify courses of instruction at any time.
ACC 101 Introduction to Accounting (3,0,3) Recording, classifying, and posting transactions; preparing journals, ledgers, and financial statements; accounting for payrolls and various balance sheet accounts. Can be substituted for ACC 200 only by students who are completing the associate degree program. Not open to students pursuing a bachelor's degree in a business discipline.
ACC 150 Overview of Accounting (3,0,3) Introduction to financial information generated by typical business organizations, with special emphasis on the use and interpretation of this information in managerial and financial decision-making processes by entrepreneurs. Enrollment priority given to ENTP minors. May not be substituted for ACC 200. Not open to students with credit for ACC 200 or ACC 201. Same as ENTP 150.
ACC 200 Principles of Accounting I--Financial (3,0,3) Preparation of primary financial statements: income statement, balance sheet, and statement of funds. PREREQ: sophomore standing; completion of one college level mathematics course; completion of computer competence requirement as determined by student's major, or completion of IFS 105.
ACC 201 Principles of Accounting II--Managerial (3,0,3) Accounting concepts for internal use of management in planning and control of operations. PREREQ: ACC 200 and sophomore standing.
ACC 202 Accounting Laboratory (0,2,1) Computerized lab focusing on technical accounting skills. PREREQ: sophomore standing and completion of a college-level mathematics course and ACC 200 with a C or better.
ACC 300 Intermediate Accounting I (3,0,3) Financial accounting theory and practice in determination of income and valuation of assets and equities for external reporting; official pronouncements on generally accepted accounting principles; alternatives to these principles; accounting cycle, financial assets (cash, marketable securities, and receivables), inventories, and prepayments. Assessment test is given. PREREQ: ACC 200, ACC 201, and ACC 202 with grades of C or better, junior standing.
ACC 301 Intermediate Accounting II (3,0,3) Financial accounting theory and practice in determination of income and valuation of assets and equities for external reporting; official pronouncements on generally accepted accounting principles; alternatives to these principles; operating assets (tangible, intangible, and natural resources), long-term investments, current liabilities, long-term debt, owners' equity, and earnings per share. PREREQ: junior standing; ACC 300 with a C or better; MAT112.
ACC 310 Accounting Information Systems (3,0,3) Study of complex accounting systems including the steps of the accounting cycle from documents through the preparation of financial statements within the revenue, expenditure, conversion, and financial reporting cycles, the importance of internal controls and the impact of technology on the accounting system. The nature of accounting and business ethics as related to collecting, reporting, and auditing accounting data. Open only to students certified as majoring in business or by consent of instructor. PREREQ: ACC 200, ACC 201, ACC 202 with a C or better; IFS 105; MAT 112; junior standing.
ACC 320 Tax Planning (3,0,3) Impact of income tax on business entities, including corporations, S corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies and sole proprietors; gross income deductions, accounting periods, accounting methods and property transactions. PREREQ: junior standing; declared major in any bachelor's program; ACC 200 and ACC 201 with grade of C or better and BUS 230.
ACC 330 Fraud Examination (3,0,3) The principles and methodology of fraud detection and deterrence. The course includes such topics as skimming, cash larceny, check tampering, register disbursement schemes, billing schemes, payroll and expense reimbursement schemes, non-cash misappropriation, corruption, accounting principles and fraud, fraudulent financial statements, and interviewing witnesses. PREREQ: ACC 200 and ACC 201 with a grade of C or better.
ACC 350 Management Cost Accounting I (3,0,3) Cost accounting concepts, techniques, and procedures relating to financial reporting; decision-making and responsibility accounting to help management plan and control operations. PREREQ: junior standing, and STA 212, ACC 200-201-202 with grade of C or better.
ACC 394 Topics in Accounting (3,0,3) Specialized topics of faculty and student interest. Topics vary and prerequisites may be specified depending upon topics. May be taken twice for elective credit if topics differ. PREREQ: junior standing; ACC 200 and ACC 201 with grades of C or better.
ACC 396 Internship: Accounting (0,10-19,1-2) Supervised paid or unpaid work experience related to accounting and coordinated by employer in conjunction with a member of accounting faculty. May be repeated to a total of 6 semester hours. Graded pass/fail. PREREQ: completion of ACC 200 and ACC 201 with grades of C or better.
ACC 400 Auditing (3,0,3) Principles, standards, and procedures in conduct of an audit by CPA; functions and responsibilities; internal control; statistical sampling, audit report; special problems of auditing electronic data-processing systems; account verification; ethics. Open only to students certified as majoring in business or by consent of instructor. Assessment test is given. PREREQ: ACC 301 and ACC 310 and ACC 350 with grades of C or better; junior standing.
ACC 420 Advanced Tax Planning (3,0,3) Federal tax consequences of corporate redemptions, liquidations, reorganizations, consolidated tax returns; partnership distributions and terminations; multijurisdictional considerations, international and multistate taxation; individual tax planning, deferred compensation, retirement planning, estate and gift taxation, succession planning. PREREQ: junior standing; certified major in business; ACC 320 with grade of C or better.
ACC 430 Accounting for Non-Profit Institutions (3,0,3) Problems of control of funds and other assets; accounting classifications and relationships; planning, performance measurement, reporting, and auditing from the viewpoint of the non-profit (including governmental) organization. Open only to students certified as majoring in business or by consent of instructor. PREREQ: ACC 301 with a C or better; junior standing and certified major in business.
ACC 450 Management Cost Accounting II (3,0,3) Continuation of ACC 350. Application of quantitative techniques (e.g., statistical and O.R. models) to managerial problems; behavioral implications of budgetary control systems. Open only to students certified as majoring in business or by consent of instructor. PREREQ: ACC 310 and ACC 350 with grades of C or better; certified major in business.
ACC 499 Independent Study: Accounting (3,0,3) Independent project or intensive study/research with faculty guidance. Open only to students certified as majoring in business or by consent of instructor. PREREQ: senior standing and consent of instructor.
ACC 500 Auditing (3,0,3) Principles, standards, and procedures in conduct of an audit by CPA; functions and responsibilities; internal control; statistical sampling, audit report; special problems of auditing electornic data-processing systems; account verifiction; ethics. Open only to students certified as majoring in business or by consent of instructor. Assessment test is given. PREREQ ACC 600.
ACC 520 Tax Planning (3,0,3) Impact of income tax onbusiness entities, including corporations, S corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies and sole proprietors; gross income deductions, accounting periods, accounting methods and property transactions. PREREQ: Admission to the MACC program, ACC 200 and ACC 201, or permission of MACC director.
ACC 600 Financial Accounting and Reporting (3,0,3) Financial accounting theory and practice in determination of income and valuation of assets, liabilities and equities for external reporting in general purpose financial statements. Not open to student with credit for ACC 300 and ACC 301.
ACC 601 Management Control Systems (3,0,3) Overall design of control systems and the behavioral and motivational impact on managers and employees of such systems; development of a management information system; design of compensation/incentive schemes, divisional control, work measurement vs. discretionary cost approach to cost control, budgetary control, internal control, and performance reporting. PREREQ: ACC 600.
ACC 602 Advanced Financial Accounting and Reporting (3,0,3) Financial accounting topics for external reporting; international accounting; financial statement analysis. PREREQ: admission to graduate program; ACC 600 or equivalent.
ACC 603 Consolidations and Partnerships (3,0,3) Accounting for mergers, consolidations, acquisitions, and partnerships. PREREQ: admission to graduate program; ACC 600 or equivalent.
ACC 605 Introduction to Financial Accounting (2,0,2) Preparation and interpretation of primary financial statements. PREREQ: Admission to the MBA program or permission of MBA director.
ACC 620 Tax Research and Practice (3,0,3) Methodology and sources of tax research; tax analysis research, policy implications, behavioral aspects, and use of quantitative analysis. Open only to students admitted to graduate program. PREREQ: completion of undergraduate course(s) in individual and business taxation.
ACC 625 Accounting for Management (3,0,3) Communication, interpretation, analysis, and use of accounting information for the benefit of management; financial statement analysis, cost analysis, budgetary control, standard cost systems, and capital budgeting. Open only to students in MBA program. PREREQ: ACC 605 or equivalent or permission of MBA director.
ACC 630 Federal Taxation of Corporations (3,0,3) Corporate taxation and topics concerning organization of the corporation, capital structure, debt vs. equity, stock redemption, liquidations, corporate divisions, corporate reorganization. PREREQ: ACC 520 or equivalent, or permission of MAAC director.
ACC 632 Tax Accounting Methods (3,0,3) Methods of accounting, installment sales, inventories, LIFO, manufacturing, accounting method changes, accounting principle. PREREQ: ACC 520 or equivalent or permission of the Director of the Master of Accountancy program.
ACC 634 Taxation of Partnerships and Pass Through Entities (3,0,3) Concepts of partnership taxation including contributions of property and services. Partner basis, partnership liabilities, distributions sales or exchanges of partner's interest. Election of S corporation status, distribution to shareholders, liquidation, sales of corporation. PREREQ: ACC 520 or permission of MAAC program director.
ACC 636 State Taxation (3,0,3) State uniformity and equality safeguards, constitutional restrictions on state taxation (nexus). Corporate franchise, income and capital stock taxes. Allocation and appointment of net income under state and federal law. Sales and use tax, taxation of securities. PREREQ: ACC 520 or equivalent or permission of MAAC program director.
ACC 638 Advanced Individual Income Taxation (3,0,3) Executive compensation planning, deferred compensation, fringe benefits, options, alternative minimum tax, passive activities, deductions available to individuals and grantor trusts. PREREQ: ACC 620 or permission of MAAC program director.
ACC 640 Advanced Auditing (3,0,3) Advanced auditing topics, including information technology auditing, statistical sampling, legal responsibilities, audit and attestation reports, ethics. PREREQ: admission to graduate program; ACC 500, ACC 600 or equivalent.
ACC 694 Topics: Accounting (3,0,3) Specialized topics of faculty and student interest. Topics will vary and may include taxation, financial accounting, auditing, and international accounting. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 semester hours if topic differs. Open only to MBA students. PREREQ: ACC 600.
ACC 697 Advanced Accounting Theory (3,0,3)This capstone course is an overview of topics relevant to current accounting theory, ethics, research, standard setting, and practice. This course must be taken in the last semester, or within 9 credit hours of graduation. PREREQ: admission to graduate program; ACC 600 or equivalent.
AFR 100 Introduction to Afro-American Studies (3,0,3) Origins, relevance, and scope of Afro-American studies, distinguishing the Afro-centric orientation by investigating the seven core subject areas of Afro-American studies; contributions and conditions of black women. A general education course (social sciences, race/gender perspective or non-western perspective).
AFR 494 Topics: Afro American Studies (1-3 sem. hrs) Study of selected topics. Subfields will be chosen in keeping with the interest of the instructor in charge and will be listed in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. PREREQ: Consent of instructor.
ANT 100 Cultural Anthropology (3,0,3) Definition and nature of culture, its content and structure (e.g., kinship, politics, and religion); basic field methods; emphasis on non-western cultures. A general education course (behavioral sciences or non-western).
ANT 110 Introduction to Archaeology (3,0,3) Change and development of prehistoric cultures from 3 million B.C. to early civilizations; selected Old World and New World cultures. Basic archaeological methods. A general education course (behavioral science).
ANT 201 World Cultures (3,0,3) Survey of world cultures, primarily non-literate, using various anthropological approaches; development from simple to more complex cultural systems. A general education course (behavioral sciences or non-western perspective). PREREQ: sophomore standing.
ANT 202 Introduction to Physical Anthropology (3,0,3) Human genetics, primate behavior, humankind as biological organisms, relation of humans to culture, human evolution. COREQ: ANT 202L.
ANT 202L Introduction to Physical Anthropology Laboratory (0,2,1) Laboratory focusing on human genetics, primate behavior, and human osteology. COREQ: ANT 202.
ANT 210 Introduction to Archaeological Method and Theory (3,0,3) Methods of archaeological excavation and analysis; how archaeologists interpret excavated material and reconstruct prehistoric ways of life.
ANT 215 Archaeological Field Methods (3-4 sem. hrs.) Archaeological excavation methods; excavation at an archaeological site; excavation, recording, mapping, analysis. Summer. Three semester hours if taught during intersession; 4, if taught during 5-week session.
ANT 230 North American Indians (3,0,3) Origin; traditional ways of life; current position in American society. A general education course (behavioral sciences or non-western perspective).
ANT 231 Modern American Indians (3,0,3) Current problems faced by Indian populations in North America; history of Indian-white and Indian-black relations; relations to federal government. A general education course (behavioral sciences or non-western perspective).
ANT 240 Peoples of Africa (3,0,3) Archaeology, geography, history, and cultures of Sub-Saharan Africa to the present; culture area concept. A general education course (behavioral sciences or non-western perspective). PREREQ: sophomore standing or consent of instructor. Same as SOC 240.
ANT 245 Peoples of Latin America (3,0,3) Contemporary cultures of Latin America; problems of contact, colonization, acculturation, development of the area cultural tradition, and contemporary urbanization. A general education course (behavioral sciences or non-western perspective). Same as SOC 245. PREREQ: sophomore standing.
ANT 270 Native Australia & Oceania (3,0,3) Origin; traditional ways of life of native peoples of Australia, Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia; modern conditions. A general education course (behavioral sciences or non-western perspective).
ANT 273 Race, Gender and Culture (3,0,3) Race and gender as complex historical and cultural constructs; focus on the legacy of slavery involving racialized, sexualized, gendered and class-based identities. Develop writing skills and understanding of contemporary racial/gender identities and interrelationships. Same as HIS (TBA) and WMS (TBA). A general education course (behavioral science or race/gender).
ANT 275 Language and Culture (3,0,3) Methods and case studies in anthropological linguistics; relationship between language and culture; language structure. PREREQ: ANT 100.
ANT 294 Topics: Studies in Anthropology (3,0,3) Selected topics in anthropology and archaeology taught at the sophomore level. PREREQ: consent of instructor. A general education course (behavioral science).
ANT 301 World Patterns of Race and Ethnicity (3,0,3) Patterns of inter-group relations in multi-ethnic societies (e.g., South Africa, Brazil, Israel, and Northern Ireland); similarities and differences between these and U.S. Same as SOC 301. PREREQ: ANT 100 or SOC 100 or consent of instructor.
ANT 307 Museum Methods (2,2,3) Actual work experience in museums, stressing an anthropological and research orientation; history of museums and their role in the development of anthropology.
ANT 308 Cultural Resource Management (3,0,3) Practical, ethical, and legal issues surrounding the preservation of prehistoric and historic cultural resources on the local, state and national level. How to locate projects, make proposals and conduct CRM surveys; writing, submitting and reviewing reports; maintaining good community relations. PREREQ: ANT 210.
ANT 310 African Arts (3,0,3) Survey of African arts in their cultural context, including wood and metal sculpture, pottery, textiles, decorative arts, architecture, music, dance, and other arts. A general education course (behavioral science or non-western). PREEREQ: 3 credit hours of in anthropology or art.
ANT 312 Social Organization (3,0,3) Study of "primitive," peasant, and urban social organization; associations based on kinship, ethnic affiliation, age, and gender. PREREQ: ANT 100.
ANT 320 Religion and Culture (3,0,3) Anthropological approaches to the study of religion, religious beliefs, and practices of selected non-western and western cultures. PREREQ: ANT 100 or ANT 201.
ANT 325 Applied Anthropology (3,0,3) Practical uses to which anthropology can be put solving problems through research, policy development, and administration; case studies in developmental anthropology, ethnic relations, medical anthropology, gerontology, and environmental anthropology; research project on selected topic. PREREQ: ANT100.
ANT 330 Women, Gender and Culture, a Global Perspective (3,0,3) Examines the position of women in various cultures around the world: considers women's roles in local and world subsistence, economic, political, family, religious, and other institutions; examines the cultural construction of gender; seeks explanations for women's low status and women's struggle against loss of power. PREREQ: junior standing.
ANT 335 Advanced Archaeological Field Methods (3-4 sem. hrs.) Further experience in excavation, recording, mapping; excavation at an archaeological site. Summer. Three semester hours if taught during intersession; 4 if taught during 5-week session. PREREQ: ANT 215.
ANT 339 Introduction to Ethnographic Research (1,0,1) Intro to principles of ethnographic research; readings; design of an ethnographic project. PREREQ: ANT 100, junior standing or consent of instructor.
ANT 340 Ethnographic Methods (3,0,3) Each student conducts an individual ethnographic research project to be completed during the semester. COREQ: ANT 339. PREREQ: ANT 100, junior standing or consent of instructor.
ANT 345 Environmental Anthropology (3,0,3) Sociocultural patterns of human-environmental interaction, applied research on and policy solutions to environmental problems in the western and non-western worlds.
ANT 350 North American Archaeology (3,0,3) Prehistoric cultures and cultural developments in the United States and Canada from the first settlement to late prehistoric times; regional cultural developments. PREREQ: ANT 100 or ANT 110 or ANT 210.
ANT 352 Archeology of Mesoamerica (3,0,3) Major pre-Colombian cultures of Mexico and Central America from earliest times until the Spanish conquest (Aztecs, Mayas, etc.); rise of towns, ceremonial centers, cities, states, and empires; development and elaboration of area and regional cultural traditions; selected problems in Mesoamerican prehistory. PREREQ: 3 hours of anthropology.
ANT 355 Archaeological Laboratory Analysis (2,2,3) Follow-up study of excavated materials; artifact description, measurement, and analysis by students. PREREQ: ANT 210.
ANT 358 Art and Culture (3,0,3) Functions of the arts in culture and relationship of art to other aspects of culture; arts of Pacific, African, native North American, and other cultures. PREREQ: 3 semester hours in anthropology or art.
ANT 360 Indians of Mexico and Guatemala (3,0,3) Aboriginal cultures of Mexico and Guatemala; economic, social, political, and religious aspects of traditional and contemporary Indian cultures. PREREQ: ANT 100 or ANT 201.
ANT 373 Underground Railroad in OH/KY Borderlands (3,0,3) Examines the Underground Railroad locally from an anthropological perspective. The self pursuit of freedom by enslaved Africans, particularly enslaved women's experiences and the roles of abolitionists of diverse backgrounds. Historical heritage (freedom trail) project educates the local community about local slavery, resistance and escape utilizing field trips, ethnographic and primary research methods. PREREQ: sophomore standing recommended and consent of instructor.
ANT 380 Origins of Civilization (3,0,3) The six major early civilizations: Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indus Valley, China, Mesoamerica, and Peru; archaeological background of the development of early civilization; various theories on the development of civilization. PREREQ: ANT 100, 110 or ANT 201 or ANT 201.
ANT 391 Research Practicum I (3,0,3) Placement with agency for supervised experience in developing or applying research skills. Students will also meet with other practicum students and faculty field supervisors. Same as SOC 391. PREREQ: ANT 460 or SOC 460.
ANT 392 Research: Archaeology (1-6 sem. hrs.) Student investigation of selected archaeological topics chosen in consultation with instructor. PREREQ: ANT 210 or consent of instructor.
ANT 394 Topics: Anthropology (3,0,3) A newer development in any phase of anthropology. See Schedule of Classes for current topic and prerequisites.
ANT 401 Culture Theory (3,0,3) Development of the discipline; major theoretical and anthropological contributions. PREREQ: ANT 312.
ANT 410 Archaeological Theory (3,0,3) Theoretical bases of archaeological re- search; research design, analysis, and interpretation; socio-cultural reconstruction. PREREQ: ANT 210.
ANT 460 Research Practicum Preparation (1,0,1) Small-group seminar to introduce practicum skills: finding a placement assignment, writing a project proposal, making a contract, working with agency/business personnel, working in teams, scheduling projects, writing reports, and managing time. Same as SOC 460. PREREQ: SOC 322 or ANT 325.
ANT 480 Advanced Anthropological Concepts (1,0,1) Assessment testing, directed readings and individual projects in anthropology. To be taken in the anthropology major's last semester. PREREQ: consent of instructor.
ANT 491 Research Practicum II (3,0,3) Continuation of ANT 391. Same as SOC 491.
ANT 499 Independent Study (1-6 sem. hrs.) Specialized aspect or topic in anthropology chosen by student and appropriate faculty member for study. PREREQ: junior or senior standing.
ANT 594 Topics: Anthropology (3,0,3) A special topic in any area of anthropology. For graduate students and advanced undergraduates. Repeatable up to 12 semester hours when topics vary. PREREQ: Consent of instructor.
ANT 640 Ethnographic Methods for Educational Research (3,0,3) Basic issues and problems in the design and conduct of ethnographic and other qualitative research methods as applied to education; proposal writing, ethics, entree, gathering field data, data management and analysis, and final writing and presentation of results.
ANT 694 Topics: Anthropology (3,0,3) A special topic in any area of anthropology. Repeatable up to 12 semester hours when topics vary.
ANT 699 Independent Study: Anthropology (1-6 semester hours) Specialized topic in anthropology chosen by student and appropriate faculty member for study. Repeatable up to 12 semester hours when topics vary.
ARI 101 Elementary Arabic I (3,1,4) Fundamentals; introduction to the Arabic alphabet and development of skills in grammar, pronunciation, conversation, and reading. A general education course (humanities or non-western)
ARI 102 Elementary Arabic II (3,1,4) Continuation of Arabic 101. A general studies course (humanities or non-western).
ARI 520 Readings in Arabic (3,0,3) Various literary, cultural, and pedagogical topics. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. PREREQ: ARI 380 or equivalent.
ART 100 Art Appreciation (3,0,3) Examination of major aspects of art to increase one's artistic awareness. A general education course (fine arts).
ART 111 Concepts in Art (3,3,3) Survey of issues, concepts, and professions in art; introduction to faculty work and ideas; current thinking in the disciplines. COREQ: ART 124
ART 123 Foundations: Studio I (3,3,3) Introduction and investigation of elementary aspects of making and understanding visual art, both 2 & 3 dimensionally. Development of personal articulation both visually and verbally through research, documentation, critical thinking, and utilization of the "Design Process." Outside research will lend context to studio activity. PREREQ: ART 210. Enrollment restricted to ART MAJORS ONLY.
ART 124 Foundations: Studio II (3,3,3) Continuation of ART 123; content driven; addressing issues of expression, interpretation; use of narration and symbolism in art; investigation will include more experimental forms of art. PREREQ: ART 123, 210. COREQ: ART 111.
ART 221 Web Design for Non-Majors (3,0,3) Basic color theory; two-dimensional design; typography; layout; web design programs for non-majors. Basic Mac platform computer skills required. PREREQ: INF 186 or INF 286.
ART 299 Portfolio Review (0,1,0) Critique forum to evaluate students' progress and skill level, to help students successfully complete the art degree program; mechanism for faculty to admit students to professional BFA programs. All students majoring in art must register for and pass Portfolio Review after 60 semester hours of university coursework or 21 semester hours in art. Can be repeated once for BFA admission only. Not required for BA students.
ART 300 Art of the Book (3,3,3) Concepts, structures, and techniques necessary to create artists' books through lectures, slides, and visits to collections; binding techniques, paper, and materials; photocopying, rubber stamping, and letterpress printing. PREREQ: Foundation Core.
ART 331 Digital Design (3,0,3) Investigation into concepts, structures, and techniques necessary to produce sophisticated digital imagery using a variety of word and image programs.
ART 380 Study Abroad in Art (0,0,1-3) Students would participate in and complete assignments associated with traveling with a member of the Department of Art faculty and or student group. PREREQ: Consent of instructor.
ART 394 Special Topics in Art (1-3 sem. hrs.) Group or individual study/research projects with art department faculty. Topics vary and include technical, conceptual and aesthetic issues and are listed in Schedule of Classes. Repeatable to 6 semester hours toward major in art.
ART 450 Seminar: Advanced Studio (3,0,3) Criticism of work, practical gallery experience, and expansion of awareness of contemporary professional realities in the exhibition and sale of one's work.
ART 494 Special Topics in Art (1-3 sem. hrs.) Group or individual studio study/research projects in selected media with faculty. Topics vary and include technical, conceptual, and aesthetic issues and are listed in Schedule of Classes. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours toward major in art. PREREQ: consent of instructor.
ART 496 Teaching Assistantship in Art (0,0,1-3) Student will assist a current faculty member in the teaching of a course within the Department of Art. Student responsibilities/involvement would vary based on a written agreement with instructor. PREREQ: consent of instructor.
ART 497 Senior Exhibition (0,1,0) Capstone experience for all students majoring in art. During the final semester of residency in the Department of Art, students will learn valuable skills of exhibition design and production, culminating in an exhibition of their work critiqued by a faculty committee. All students majoring in art must register for and pass Senior Exhibition. PREREQ: ART 299 (waived for BA students).
ART 498 Independent Study (3, 0, 3) Projects, directed by faculty members, must be selected before registration. A maximum of 6 semester hours of independent study is applicable toward the major in art.
ART 499 Gallery/Museum Internship (3-6 sem. hrs) Student works in gallery or museum gaining practical experience in methods, procedures, and programming specific to professional exhibition venues in the visual arts.
ART 610 Graduate Studio in Drawing (3,0,3) Advanced development in drawing; development of a professional portfolio. Repeatable to 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ART 410 or consent of instructor
ART 620 Graduate Studio in Graphic Design (3,0,3) Advanced development in graphic design; development of a professional portfolio. Repeatable to 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ART 428 or consent of instructor.
ART 623 Graduate Studio in Computer Graphics for Graphic Designers (3,0,3) Advanced development in computer graphics; development of professional portfolio. Repeatable to 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ART 428 or consent of instructor.
ART 630 Graduate Studio in Painting (3,0,3) Advanced development in painting; development of professional body of work. Repeatable to 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ART 430 or consent of instructor.
ART 640 Ceramics: The Electric Kiln (3,3,3) Technical aspects of cone 6 production using the electric kiln; development of glazing and firing techniques while practicing skills in hand building and/or throwing. Designed for art teachers or for students with completed course work in ceramics. PREREQ: ceramics course work or consent of instructor.
ART 641 Graduate Studio in Ceramics (3,0,3) Advanced development in ceramics; development of a professional portfolio. Repeatable to 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ART 440 or consent of instructor.
ART 650 Graduate Study in Art History (3,0,3) Advanced study and research in art history. Repeatable to 12 semester hours. PREREQ: consent of instructor.
ART 660 Graduate Studio in Sculpture (3,0,3) Advanced development in sculpture; development of a professional body of work. Repeatable to 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ART 460 or ART 462 or consent of instructor.
ART 672 Graduate Studio in Printmaking (3,3,3) Advanced development in an area of concentration in printmaking; development of professional portfolio. PREREQ: ART 474 or equivalent.
ART 680 Art in the Elementary Curriculum (3,0,3) Curricular concerns associated with teaching art; design of an art program to use with public school students and to review and critique in a final class meeting. For both elementary classroom teachers and art teachers.
ART 681 Visual Art Content (3,0,3) This course will familiarize students with historical and contemporary issues and throwers in art education. Students will also become familiar with National Standards, Core Content, and the CATS assessment in arts and humanities and their impact on teaching art. For MAT students only.
ART 682 Visual Art Methods (3,0,3) This course empowers students to teach inquiry in Art History. Art Criticism, Aesthetics and Art Making through current research and practices in the field. Through curricular framing, the student will plan and present units and develop appropriate assessment tools based on age appropriate research: For MAT students only.
ART 683 Evenings for Educators (3,0,3) This two semester course is based upon the Cincinnati Art Museum's "Evenings for Educators" program and will provide educators with the tools to design and reinforce the curriculum through arts and humanities, using the museum as a base. Class held at the Cincinnati Art Museum.
ART 684 AAAE: Arts Connections (3,0,3) Sponsored by the Association for the Advancement of Arts Education, this arts- based program offers training in the Multiple Intelligences, integrated curriculum, assessment design/development, and experience with professional artists in dance, drama, visual art, and music. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours.
ART 690 Graduate Studio in Photography (3,0,3) Advanced development in photography; development of professional portfolio. Repeatable for 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ART 490 or consent of instructor.
ART 693 Graduate Studio in Digital Imagemaking (3,0,3) Advanced development of computer graphics for fine artists; development of professional body of work. Repeatable to 12 semester hours. PREREQ: consent of instructor.
ART 694 Special Topics: Art (1-3 sem. hrs) Group or individual study/research projects at the graduate level with art department faculty. Topics within area os emphasis will vary as listed in the Schedule of Classes. Repeatable up to 12 semester hours. PREREQ: consent of instructor.
ART 699 Independent Study (3,0,3) Projects, directed by members of the faculty, must be selected before registration. PREREQ: consent of instructor.
ARTC 240 Ceramics I (3,3,3) Nature of clay and ceramic materials; traditional methods of pinch, coil, and slab formations. PREREQ (waived for students not majoring in art): ART 123 and ARTD 210.
ARTC 340 Wheel Throwing (3,3,3) Basic orientation to wheel throwing; technique, form, and function; individual problem solving; maintaining and firing kilns; stoneware and firing techniques. May be repeated for a total of 9 semester hours. PREREQ: ARTC 240.
ARTC 341 Ceramic Sculpture (3,3,3) Clay as a sculptural medium; fabrication techniques, clay body formulation, and surfaces; engineering, installation, and assembly; introduction to experimental processes; individual problem solving. May be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours. PREREQ: ARTC 240.
ARTC 342 Raku and Primitive Firing (3,3,3) Advanced studio credit in Raku and primitive firing techniques. PREREQ: ARTC 240.
ARTC 440 Advanced Ceramics (3,3,3) Exhibition of student initiative in developing as ceramic artist; personal development stressed. Students are expected to execute projects expressive of their cumulative knowledge and suitable for a graduating senior show; presentation includes written materials, photographs, and finished objectives. To be repeated a minimum of 6 semester hours or a maximum of 12 semester hours. PREREQ: 9 credits of 300-level ceramics.
ARTC 442 Ceramics Materials and Techniques (3,3,3) Clay and glaze theory and formulation; materials handling and studio maintenance; laboratory work, lectures, and research. Required of students who concentrate in ceramics. PREREQ: ARTC 340 or ARTC 341.
ARTC 443 Kiln Construction (3,3,3) Theory and practice; experimentation with methods and materials. PREREQ: ARTC 340.
ARTD 210 Drawing I (3,3,3) Various media and subject matter; composition; development of ability to observe and perceive spatial relationships. COREQ: ART 123, enrollment restricted to ART MAJORS ONLY.
ARTD 310 Intermediate Drawing (3,3,3) Continuation of ART 210. Human figure in development of spatial and tonal concepts; various media and color; advanced study of figure directed toward an individual medium and style. To be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours. PREREQ: Foundation Core.
ARTD 410 Advanced Drawing (3,3,3) Students will work towards execution of a body of work expressive of their cumulative knowledge; life drawing encouraged; working towards a graduating senior show. To be repeated for a minimum of 9 semester hours or a maximum of 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ARTD 310 for 6 semester hours.
ARTE 280 Art for Elementary Education (3,3,3) Use of appropriate teaching methods, materials, techniques and vocabulary to develop meaningful art experiences in an elementary classroom. For students seeking provisional certification in Elementary Education. PREREQ: application to P-5 program.
ARTE 281 Concepts in Art Education (3,3,3) Introduction to the field of art education. Examination of current issues in teaching resources. Includes practical field experiences. PREREQ: Foundation Core.
ARTE 282 Art Education: Content I (3,3,3) Teaching methods, materials and inquiry for use in elementary art classrooms. Includes practical field experiences. PREREQ: ARTE 281.
ARTE 382 Art Education: Content II (3,3,3) Teaching methods, materials and inquiry for use in secondary art classrooms. Focus on curriculum development, assessment and classroom management. Includes practical field experience. PREREQ: ARTE 282.
ARTG 224 Introduction to Computer Graphics for Design (3,3,3) Integration of the computer as a tool in the design process to produce painted, drafted, and drawn imagery for print applications. May be substituted by CEP 300 with consent of instructor or academic adviser. PREREQ: ART 123 and ART 210; COREQ: ART 124, ART 111.
ARTG 225 Introduction to Graphic Design (3,3,3) Principles and theory of graphic design aesthetics; introduction to materials and processes. PREREQ: ART 224. COREQ: ARTG 226.
ARTG 226 Introduction to Typography (3,3,3) Principles and theory of type for communication; design aesthetics of typography. PREREQ: ARTG 224. COREQ: ARG 225
ARTG 283 Admittance Review (0,0,0) Admittance review into the graphic design program. Students present their work from previous design and foundation level courses to the graphic design faculty for consideration in naming graphic design as their major. COREQ: ARTG 225, ARTG 226; PREREQ: ARTG 224.
ARTG 323 Intermediate Computer Graphics for Design (3,3,3) Principles of information design; the computer as a tool for design of advanced print and sequential graphic materials. PREREQ: ARTG 225, ARTG 226 and ARTG 283.
ARTG 325 Production for Graphic Designers (3,3,3) Development of preparatory art for utilization of industrial printing techniques and processes; copy preparation and mechanical. May be substituted by CEP 300 with consent of instructor or academic adviser. PREREQ: ARTG 225, ARTG 226, ARTG 283 and ARTG 323.
ARTG 326 Illustration (3,3,3) Techniques of creative rendering. PREREQ: ARTD 210, ARTP 230, ARTG 283 and ARTD 310.
ARTG 327 Advanced Typography (3,3,3) Design of the printed page; design considerations in varied formats; principles of information design; exploration of the grid as format for design of sequential graphics. PREREQ: ARTG 225, ARTG 226, ARTG 283, ARTH 321, and ARTG 325.
ARTG 421 Special Topics in Graphic Design (3, 3, 3) Topics in graphic design. Topics listed in Schedule of Classes as topics change. Repeatable to 9 semester hours toward major in graphic design. PREREQ: ARTG 283, ARTG 325, ARTG 327.
ARTG 425 Advanced Graphic Design I (3,3,3) Comprehensive graphic designing in project form; analysis and agency skills directed toward individual areas of specialization and professionalism. PREREQ: ARTG 283, ARTG 323, and ARTG 325.
ARTG 426 Advanced Graphic Design II (3,3,3) Continuation of ARTG 425. PREREQ: ARTG 425.
ARTG 428 Senior Project: Graphic Design (3,0,3) Development of a single, comprehensive, student project reflecting cumulative knowledge in graphic design; furthering of organizational skills necessary to direct a design project from concept through production; development of professional practice skills, personal portfolio, and show. PREREQ: ARTG 327, ARTG 425.
ARTG 496 Graphic Design Experiential Component (3 sem. hrs.) Experiential Component for Graphic Design majors. Students arrange a graphic design internship or similar experience that acclimates them to the profession of graphic design before graduation. Students must make arrangements with instructor before beginning this course. This course is repeatable up to 6 hrs. PREREQ: ARTG 323, ARTG 325, ARTG 283.
ARTH 101 Survey of Western Art I (3,0,3) Examination of significant art and architecture from prehistory through Medieval Period. A general education course (fine arts).
ARTH 102 Survey of Western Art II (3,0,3) Examination of Europe's major artists and styles from Renaissance to mid-19th century. A general education course (fine arts).
ARTH 103 Survey of Western Art III (3,0,3) A study of key artists and art movements in Europe and America from the late nineteenth through twentieth century. A general education course (fine arts).
ARTH 104 Survey of Asian Art (3,0,3) Major styles of architecture, sculpture, print- making, painting, and ceramics of India, South Asia, China, and Japan. A general education course (fine arts or non-western perspective).
ARTH 321 History of Design (3,0,3) Survey of history of design fields; influences of graphic, fashion, industrial, and interior design; implications of typography and advertising on history. PREREQ: ARTH 103, ARTG 225, and ARTG 226, and ARTG 283.
ARTH 349 Women and Art (3,0,3) Significant women artists in the history of Western art from antiquity through modern times; issues and themes affecting women's participation in the visual arts.
ARTH 350 Ancient Art (3,0,3) Painting, sculpture and architecture of Egypt, Greece, and Rome. PREREQ: ARTH 101, ARTH 102 and ARTH 103.
ARTH 351 Medieval Art (3,0,3) Evolution of medieval art from late antiquity to end of Gothic period. PREREQ: ARTH 101, ARTH 102 and ARTH 103.
ARTH 352 Northern European Art/Renaissance (3,0,3) Major artists of Europe during the 15th and 16th centuries. Discussion of the relationship of the Italian Renaissance to Northern European art and of the characteristics making Northern European art distinct from Italian. PREREQ: ART 101-103.
ARTH 353 Baroque Art (3,0,3) European painting, sculpture, and architecture from 1600 to 1750. PREREQ: ART 101-103.
ARTH 354 Art of the Nineteenth Century (3,0,3) Sculpture and painting of Europe from the French Revolution to the end of the 19th century. PREREQ: ART 101-103.
ARTH 355 Art of the Twentieth Century (3,0,3) Major art styles in Europe and America. PREREQ: ART 101-103.
ARTH 356 American Art (3,0,3) Major development in the art of the U.S. from colonial times to the end of the 19th century. PREREQ: ART 101-103.
ARTH 357 Art of the Italian Renaissance (3,0,3) Art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance during the 15th and 16th centuries. PREREQ: ART 101-103.
ARTH 358 History of Photography (3,0,3) Survey of the major issues in the evaluation of photography from 1835 to the present.
ARTH 359 Arts and Crafts of Japan (3,0,3) Historical, cultural survey of Japanese arts and crafts; includes painting, printmaking, ceramics, textiles, gardening, Kabuki, and Noh drama. PREREQ: ART 104.
ARTH 360 African American Art (3,0,3) This course will examine the art of African Americans within an historic, social, cultural and religious framework. Influences and connections will be sought from an examination of African traditions, rituals and design as well as contemporaneous trends in music and the performing arts.
ARTH 452 Arts of South Asia (3,0,3) Cultural and historical topics on South Asian art and artifacts; aesthetics, architecture, film, literature, painting, and sculpture. PREREQ: ART 104.
ARTH 454 Art Now (3,0,3) In-depth study of contemporary art, the major movements and artists working today with an emphasis on the role of theory and criticism. PREREQ: 6 credit hours of ART Survey courses (ART 101, 102, 103, or 104).
ARTH 458 Art History: Methodology and Criticism (3,0,3) A practical guide and theoretical study of art historical and critical methods. PREREQ: ART 101, ART 102, and ART 103.
ARTO 210 Basic Photography (3,3,3) Basic camera work; black-and-white materials; photo-history; contemporary trends; basic black-and-white darkroom techniques. PREREQ: Foundation Core.
ARTO 211 Basic Photo for Graphic Designers (3,3,3) Geared for graphic designers, this non-darkroom class will teach students to shoot traditional transparencies, studio techniques with basic lighting, and work digitally to produce fine illustrative work. PREREQ: ARTG 224, ARTG 225, ARTG 226.
ARTO 218 Study Abroad Beginning Photography (3,0,3) Beginning Photography course for students traveling abroad. Instruction in exposure, composition, and traditional photographic techniques. Students are encouraged to shoot digitally although film-based cameras acceptable. Critiques while traveling and finished project of artist book or album at completion of trip.
ARTO 310 Photography II (3,3,3) Continuation of ART 290. PREREQ: ARTO 210.
ARTO 311 Intermediate Photography (3,3,3) Advanced visual, technical, and conceptual problems initiated by students; in-depth investigations of historical and contemporary work. Can be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours. PREREQ: ARTO 310.
ARTO 313 Applied Photography: Studio and Architecture (3,3,3) Overview of commercial photography; view camera for studio illustration and architecture. Alternates with ART 395 spring semester. PREREQ: ARTO 310.
ARTO 314 Applied Photography: Studio and Location (3,3,3) Commercial photography techniques; studio portraits, environmental portraiture, fashion, industrial photography, color materials, portfolio development. taught spring semester. PREREQ: ARTO 310.
ARTO 315 Photo-documentary (3,3,3) The photo-documentary as an expression of history, sociology, and the human condition. Can be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours. PREREQ: ARTO 210.
ARTO 316 Web Design for Artists (3,3,3) Create web sites for artists for the purpose of research, self-expression and self-promotion using image and web programs. Students learn effective use of animation and static pages to communicate with viewer on internet. Taught in Spring semesters. PREREQ: ART foundations and beginning photography course ARTO 210, ARTO 211, ARTO 213.
ARTO 318 Study Abroad Photography II (3,3,3) Intermediate photography course for students traveling abroad. Instruction in exposure, composition, and traditional photographic techniques with self-directed projects. Students are encouraged to shoot digitally although film-based cameras acceptable. Critiques while traveling and finished project of artist book or album at completion of trip. PREREQ: ARTO 210.
ARTO 320 Color and Digital Photography (3,0,3) Visual and technical skills using color photographic materials including color negative film, and transparency film. Digital photographic capture, editing, and printing.
ARTO 410 Advanced Photography (3,3,3) Student is expected to work towards a personal visual statement; relationship of student's work with past and contemporary photographs; final development of a body of work suitable for exhibition as a one-person show. To be repeated a minimum of 6 semester hours or a maximum of 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ARTO 311.
ARTO 411 Summer Workshop in Photography (3,3,3) Intensive summer workshop in photography covering a variety of approaches and techniques. Repeatable up to 6 credit hours. PREREQ: ARTO 210.
ARTO 417 Digital Photography II (3,3,3) Emphasis on production using digital tools. Enhancement of technical understanding of programs and printing methods. Investigation into current digital photographic artists and practices. PREREQ: ARTO 312.
ARTO 418 Study Abroad Photography III (3,3,3) Advanced photography course for students traveling abroad. Instruction in exposure, composition, and traditional photographic techniques with self-directed projects. Students are encouraged to shoot digitally although film-based cameras acceptable. Critiques while traveling and finished project of artist book or album at completion of trip.
ARTP 130 Painting for Non-Majors (3,3,3) Basic oil painting techniques to develop skills in painting; color mixing, various methods of paint application, basic drawing skills and canvas preparation, exercises in selecting subject matter and composition; use of models, still-life, and landscapes. Does not apply to major in studio art.
ARTP 230 Painting I (3,3,3) Use of oil painting media; focusing on fundamental painting techniques from direct observation; criticism and contemporary concepts. PREREQ: ART 123 and ARTD 210.
ARTP 232 Painting: Watercolor (3,3,3) Uses and fundamental and exploratory techniques of one of the traditional media in painting. PREREQ: ART 123 or ARTD 210.
ARTP 330 Painting II (3,3,3) Fundamental issues of figurative painting; sophistication of technique; continued development of personal expression and creative invention based on observation and compositional concerns; exposure to professional standards for craft and conceptual responsibility. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours. PREREQ: ARTD 210 and ARTP 230.
ARTP 333 Materials and Techniques in Painting (3,3,3) Various paint media and techniques; professional studio methods; conceptual and craft development. May be repeated when topics vary for a maximum of 6 semester hours. PREREQ: freshman core courses, and ARTP 230.
ARTP 430 Painting III (3,3,3) Individual problems in painting; specialization in techniques suited to personal expression; independent painting under staff guidance; development of a consistent body of work suitable for a graduating senior show. To be repeated a minimum of 6 semester hours or a maximum of 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ARTP 330 and ARTP 333 for a total 9 semester hours.
ARTR 272 Introduction to Printmaking (3,3,3) Basic concepts in printmaking procedures: preparation of blocks and plates, inking, registration, printing by hand and with the press; relief, monoprint, and etching techniques. PREREQ: ART 123 and ARTD 210.
ARTR 372 Lithography (3,3,3) Introductory course; monoprinting on litho presses, preparation of stones and plates, drawing techniques, printing procedures. PREREQ: ART 111, ART 121, ART 122, and ART 210.
ARTR 373 Intermediate Printmaking (3,3,3) Continuation of introductory printmaking; further development of technique and personal imagery in various printmaking disciplines; relief, intaglio, monoprint, silkscreen, or colography. Repeatable to 6 semester hours. PREREQ: ART 272.
ARTR 374 Techniques in Printmaking (3,3,3) Methods and processes in fine art printmaking in one or more of the following: relief, collagraphy; intaglio, lithography, mixed media, monotype, photo printmaking, screen printing; development of personal imagery. PREREQ: Foundations core. Repeatable to 12 semester hours.
ARTR 473 Advanced Printmaking (3,3,3) Advanced techniques in printmaking; development of personal imagery, refinement of technical skills, experimentation in mixed techniques; color printing. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 semester hours. PREREQ: ART 372, ART 373 or ART 374.
ARTR 474 Workshop in Printmaking (3,3,3) Independent study in advanced printmaking. PREREQ: consent of instructor. Repeatable to 12 hours.
ARTS 262 Sculpture I (3,3,3) Introduction to sculpture concepts, media, and techniques. PREREQ: ART 122. PREREQ: ART 123 and ARTD 210.
ARTS 362 Special Topics in Sculpture: Concepts and Media (3,3,3) In-depth exploration of sculptural media; conceptual development. May be repeated when topics vary for a minimum of 6 semester hours or a maximum of 9 semester hours. PREREQ: ARTS 262.
ARTS 460 Sculpture: Advanced Study (3,3,3) Visual, technical, and conceptual problems initiated by students; personal development; individual expression. Students are expected to execute a consistent body of work suitable for a senior show. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 semester hours. PREREQ: 9 credits of 300-level sculpture.
ASP 307 Architectural History and Styles (3,0,3) This course will examine timber frame, stone buildings, early prefabs, high-rise development, and the various styles throughout history including, Eastern, Middle-Eastern, European, various cultures of the Americas, modern, and post-modern styles. It will also review how economics and demographics influenced various styles. PREREQ: junior standing.
ASP 400 Advanced Electrical Systems (3,0,3) Fundamentals of electrical power generation and distribution; service and circuits in buildings. Emphasis on electrical equipment and systems in buildings, lighting principles and applications. Review of National Electric Code. PREREQ: CMGT 305, 306 and 400.
ASP 401 Advanced Mechanical Systems (3,0,3) Fundamentals of heating and cooling load calculations; basic design, types and layout of steam and hot water heating systems and air conditioning systems; including duct sizing methods, the various types of air conditioning equipment mechanical ventilation, and air distributing devices. PREREQ: CMGT 305, 306, and 500.
ASP 402 Advanced Lighting Systems (3,0,3) Apply proper design criteria to advanced lighting systems including appropriate application of code requirements and IESNA recommendations in complex situations. This would include exterior lighting (parking lots, etc.) and interior lighting. Students should already be introduced to the basic artificial light sources (incandescent, fluorescent and high intensity discharge sources), the basic design techniques utilizing the point-by-point method and the zonal cavity method, and basic code requirements. PREREQ: CMGT 305, 306 and 400.
ASP 403 Advanced Plumbing Systems (3,0,3) Proper application of design criteria to multi-story plumbing systems, including supply and drainage. Students should already be introduced to the Plumbing Code and its role within the Building Codes. PREREQ: CMGT 305, 306 and 400.
ASP 404 Emergency Systems (3,0,3) Appropriate design of emergency systems for multi-story buildings. This would include fire, smoke, sprinkler, exit, network cabling, and communication systems. Code required Interface with other building systems (such as HVAC) also discussed. Proper use of Fire Codes and Building Codes in complex situations is included. PREREQ: CMGT 305, 306, and 400.
ASP 412 Architectural Rendering (3,0,3) This course will review various techniques of presenting pictorially the various facets of building design. Renderings provide artistic depictions of building components used to convey technical plans to owners, governmental agencies, and communities. The common methods of perspective, color, landscaping of buildings as well as human interaction will be covered. PREREQ: CMGT 222, junior standing.
ASP 420 Multi-Story Building Planning (3,0,3) A design course in residential planning. A study of architectural detailing and information required to create a complete set of architectural working drawings. Students will then design a multi-story building incorporating all professional working drawings with detailed architectural components. PREREQ: CMGT 222, 305, 306, 322 and 400.
ASP 421 Panels, Trusses, and Special Joist Design (3,0,3) A course in residential panel design application, residential truss design, and residential joist layout and design. The use of commercial engineering software will be covered. PREREQ: CMGT 222, 305, 306, 322 and 400.
ASP 422 Construction Renovation and Restoration (3,0,3) A course in residential products that affect the design and cost of a residence. Flooring, cabinets, bath and kitchen fixtures, windows, and lighting are examples of the survey for this course. Products suppliers will be used extensively. PREREQ: CMGT 222, 305, 306, 322 and 400.
ASP 423 Metal Framing for Residences (3,0,3) Lecture/lab review of light-gage metal framing of a residence. This course will survey light-gage framing systems, their use and assembly, and the codes and engineering standards that govern their performance. A practical lab portion of the course will be incorporated for learning the correct assembly techniques for these systems.
ASP 424 Residential Systems Design (3,0,3) Design of water supply, drainage and waste, venting systems, mechanical and electrical systems for residential construction. Emphasis given to the plumbing, mechanical, and electrical code regulations for Kentucky and RBC. PREREQ: CMGT 222, 305, 306 and 400.
ASP 431 Senior Project - Capstone Course 3,0,3) Techniques used in the design of building systems for a commercial, industrial, and residential building. Also, techniques used in the design of a residence/home. Should be completed within the last 20 semester hours of the degree program. PREREQ: senior standing and consent of chair.
AST 110 Solar Systems Astronomy with Laboratory (3,2,4) Integrated lecture and laboratory; survey of the solar system with emphasis on application of scientific method; current thought on structure, dynamics, origin, and evolution of sun and planets; laboratory activities on observational techniques and astrophysical problems. Knowledge of elementary algebra is helpful. A general education course (natural sciences).
AST 115 Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology with Laboratory (3,2,4) Integrated lecture and laboratory; structure, dynamics, origin, and evolution of stars, galaxies, and the universe within framework of scientific methodology; laboratory activities on observational techniques and astrophysical processes. Knowledge of elementary algebra is helpful. A general education course (natural sciences).
AST 210 Backyard Astronomy (2,2,3) Introduction to observational astronomy, including naked eye observing, observing with binoculars, and telescopic observing. Topics such as: amateur astronomy, star charts, coordinates; time, binoculars, telescopes, eyepieces, filters, mountings, site selection, observations of solar system objects, deep sky observations, astrophotography and imaging may also be included. PREREQ: MAT 099, AST 110 or AST 115.
AST 294 Topics: Astronomy (1-3 sem. hrs.) Special topics in astronomy. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 semester hours. PREREQ: consent of department chair.
AST 310 Astronomical Techniques (2,2,3) Lecture/lab course introduces the techniques of observational astronomy. Topics may include: celestial sphere, coordinate systems, time measurements, charts, catalogs and databases, spherical trigonometry, optical telescopes, atmospheric effects, detectors and calibration, Astronomical photometry, Astrometry, Spectroscopy and spectrographs, and Astronomical Imaging. PREREQ: PHY 224 or PHY 213 and MAT 122 or equivalent.
AST 315 Introductory Astrophysics (3,0,3) Quantitative application of physical principles to subjects of astronomical interest, such as the interaction of radiation with matter, analysis of stellar atmospheres, origin and evolution of the elements, and cosmology. Same as PHY 315. PREREQ: PHY 222 or PHY 213 and MAT 120 or MAT 122.
AST 325 Geology of the Planets (3,0,3) Geological features and history of the inner planets, satellites of the gas giants, asteroids and other small solid bodies. Same as GLY 325. PREREQ: 3 hours of geology courses or AST 110.
AST 392 Directed Research: Astronomy (1-3 sem. hrs.) Supervised research in an area of astronomy currently under investigation by one or more members of the astronomy faculty. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 semester hours. PREREQ: junior standing.
AST 394 Topics: Astronomy (3,0,3) Topics of current astronomical interest or significant physical and philosophical importance, e.g., cosmology, black holes, relativity, stellar evolution, the interstellar medium, observational techniques, space flight, and exobiology. PREREQ: AST 115 or consent of instructor.
AST 397 Special Projects: Astronomy (1-3 sem. hrs.) Completion of an independent project in astronomy. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 semester hours. PREREQ: junior standing.
AST 399 Independent Study: Astronomy (1-3 sem. hrs.) Directed projects for advanced students. PREREQ: AST 394.
AST 492 Directed Research: Astronomy (1-3 sem. hrs.) Supervised research in an area of astronomy currently under investigation by one or more members of the astronomy faculty. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 semester hours. PREREQ: 8 semester hours of upper division physics or astronomy courses.
AST 694 Topics: Astronomy (1-4 sem. hrs.) Various topics in astronomy. Specific topics are determined in consultation with the instructor, the student's advisor and the Chair of Physics and Geology. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 semester hours. PREREQ: consent of instructor.
ATP 280 Pre-Athletic Training (1,0,1) Knowledge, skills, and values necessary for a student entering the Athletic Training Program (ATP). The course includes 75 hours observation with athletic trainers in a variety of employment settings. Students applying to the ATP must take this course simultaneously with PHE 280. PREREQ: Pre-Athletic Training major (XATH) COREQ: PHE 280.
ATP 296 Athletic Training Clinical I (0,2,2) A laboratory instruction and evaluation of NATA education competencies and clinical proficiencies associated with the topics presented in PHE 280 and other pre-professional courses. The course has an associated clinical assignment that provides a supervised practical experience in a athletic training setting. PREREQ: HEA 135, PHE 280.
ATP 300 Equipment Intensive Field Experience Program (0,2,1) The primary focus is the application of sport related equipment and includes knowledge and skills associated with high-risk sports medical coverage. Athletic Training Students must complete a minimum of 60 clock hours.
ATP 333 Lower Extremity Evaluation (3,0,3) Knowledge, skills, and values required for an entry level certified athletic trainer to assess lower extremity injuries associated with athletes and the physically active. The course will focus on pathology, etiology, clinical skills for assessment, proper care, and referral to other health care personal when necessary. PREREQ: PHE 280, BIO 208 (208L), and BIO 209 (209L).
ATP 334 Upper Extremity Evaluation (3,0,3) Knowledge, skills, and values required for an entry level certified athletic trainer to assess upper extremity injuries associated with athletes and the physically active. The course will focus on pathology, etiology, clinical skills for assessment, proper care, and referral to other health care personal when necessary. PREREQ: ATP 333, PHE 280, BIO 208 (208L) and BIO 209 (209L).
ATP 394 Athletic Training II (0,2,2) A laboratory instruction and evaluation of NATA education competencies and clinical proficiencies associated with the topics presented in ATP 333, PHE 280 and other athletic training major courses. Course has an associated clinical assignment that provides a supervised practical experience in a athletic training setting. PREREQ: Admission to the Athletic Training Program; ATP 333.
ATP 396 Athletic Training Clinical III (0,2,2) A laboratory instruction and evaluation of NATA education competencies and clinical proficiencies associated with the topics presented in ATP 334, 420, and PHE 370 and other athletic training major courses. Course has an associated clinical assignment that provides a supervised practical experience in an athletic training setting. PREREQ: Admission to the Athletic Training Program; ATP 334, 420, and PHE 370.
ATP 400 General Medical Field Experience (0,2,1) The General Medical Field Experience occurs with a family physician or physician assistant in the office environment. The athletic training student has the opportunity to observe and participate in general medical cases from the perspective of the physician. Athletic Training students must complete a minimum of 60 clock hours. PREREQ: ATP 420 and admission to the athletic training program.
ATP 420 General Medical for Athletic Training (3,0,3) The principles necessary for an entry level certified athletic trainer to identify, assess, and provide appropriate care and referral of general medical (non orthopedic) conditions commonly seen by sports medicine specialists. PREREQ: PHE 280, ATP 333, BIO 208 (208L), and BIO 209 (209L).
ATP 425 Therapeutic Modalities (3,1,4) Provide knowledge, skills, and values that the entry level certified athletic trainer must possess to plan, implement, document, and evaluate the efficacy of therapeutic modalities in the treatment of injuries to and illness of athletes and others involved in physical activity. The course has a 1 hour mandatory lab. PREREQ: PHE 280, BIO 208 (208L), and BIO 209 (209L).
ATP 430 Pharmacology for Athletic Training (3,0,3) Exploration of legal, physiological, and ethical parameters governing the use of pharmacological agents commonly used in the athletic training settings. PREREQ: PHE 280, ATP 333, BIO 208, 208L, and BIO 209, 209L; admission into the Athletic Training Program or permission of instructor.
ATP 435 Administration of Athletic Health Care (3,0,3) Provides the athletic training student with information that will enhance his/her ability to function effectively as a professional and to enhance awareness of current administrative, professional, and legal issues pertaining to athletic training and sports medicine. PREREQ: PHE 280.
ATP 440 Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries (3,1,4) Provides the knowledge, skills, and values that entry-level certified athletic trainers must possess to plan, implement, document, and evaluate the efficacy of therapeutic exercise programs for rehabilitation and reconditioning of the injuries and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity. The course has a one hour mandatory lab. PREREQ: PHE 280, 370, ATP 333, 334, BIO 208, 208L, and BIO 209, 209L.
ATP 450 Rehabilitation Field Experience (0,2,1) The Rehabilitation Foeld Experience occurs with a physical therapist or athletic trainer in a sports medicine rehabilitation clinic. ATP 450 provides development of associated knowledge and skills unique to the clinic setting. Students must complete 60 clock hours. PREREQ: admission to the athletic training program and PHE 440, ATP 440.
ATP 455 Current Issues in Athletic Training (2,0,1) Provides a comprehensive review of modern athletic training issues. The course is also designed to provide the student with an introduction to research methods for health sciences/athletic training. PREREQ: PHE 360; admission to the Athletic Training Program or consent of instructor.
ATP 494 Athletic Training Clinical IV (0,2,2) A laboratory instruction and evaluation of NATA education competencies and clinical proficiencies associated with the topics presented in ATP 430, 425, PHE 260 and 440. The course has an associated clinical assignment that provides a supervised practical experience in an athletic training setting. PREREQ: Admission to Athletic Training Program; ATP 430, 425, PHE 260, 440.
ATP 496 Athletic Training Clinical V (0,2,2) A laboratory instruction and evaluation of NATA education competencies and clinical proficiencies associated with the topics presented in ATP 435, 440, PSY 405, PHE 465 and other athletic training major courses. The course has an associated clinical assignment that provides a supervised practical experience in an athletic training setting. PREREQ: Admission to Athletic Training Program; ATP 435, 440, PSY 405, PHE 465.
AVA 100 Introduction to Aviation (3,0,3) Aviation from before powered flight through the social impact of space exploration and aerospace technology. Days, spring and fall; evenings, fall.
AVA 120 Principles of Passenger and Air Cargo Management (3,0,3) Planning, organization, directing, and controlling airlines. Evenings, spring.
AVA 180 Theory of Flight (3,0,3) Principles of flight; information on navigation, meteorology, aircraft operation, and air traffic-control necessary to pass Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) written examination for private pilot certificate. Days, spring and fall; evenings, fall.
AVA 181 Theory of Flight II Advanced(3,0,3) Advanced navigation problems and applications; uses of weather forecasts and data and in-flight advisories; performance charts, loading schedules, aircraft limitations, emergencies, flight systems, and pilot and crew duties; regulations pertaining to IFR and VFR flight and license; navigation chart interpretation of both VFR and IFR charts, national airspace uses; IFR departure, enroute, and arrival procedures. PREREQ: AVA 180.
AVA 186 Flight Education II Advanced (1,6,3) First of three phases of flight training in preparation for the FAA commercial and instrument pilot license; review and continuation of AVA 185; extensive navigation, including radio, VHF, and radar; night operations, night navigation, extensive basic instrument training. Fifteen hours of dual flight and 50 hours of solo flight necessary for credit. PREREQ: AVA 181 and AVA 185.
AVA 200 Aviation Problems (3,0,3) Individual study of vital areas in aviation; presentation and discussion of findings. Open only to graduating students. Evenings, spring
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AVA 210 Aviation Laws and Regulations (3,0,3) Liability for property damage and personal injury; role and practices of the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB); aviation taxation and financing; aircraft safety and accident investigation; role and practices of the FAA; criminal acts related to aviation. Evenings, fall.
AVA 220 Aviation Marketing (3,0,3) Marketing in the airline industry; identification of markets; promotion and sales practices; service philosophies. Evenings, spring.
AVA 240 Airport Management (3,0,3) Administrative problems of aviation, e.g., financing, personnel recruitment and training, community and public relations, scheduling, and governmental regulations. Evenings, fall.
AVA 296 Internship: Aviation (1,10,3) Supervised work experience for students majoring in aviation; field assignments in airport administration, commercial carrier companies, or fixed-base operations, as appropriate. Open only to graduating students.
AVA 299 Independent Study: Aviation (1-3 sem. hrs.) Directed readings, independent research, or other areas of specific or individual academic interest. Not intended to substitute for any course offered on a regular basis. Written agreement between faculty and student must be submitted to department chair within first two weeks of semester; elements of agreement to include: purpose, objective, instructional activities, time frame, and evaluation procedure. PREREQ: consent of instructor.
BAD 694 Topics: Business (1-3 sem. hrs.) Study of a selected contemporary area in business; topics vary and may include international business, studies of the business environment, and legal issues in business. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 semester hours if topics differ. Open only to students in the MBA program. PREREQ: consent of instructor and MBA program director.
BAD 699 Independent Study: Business (1-3 sem. hrs.) Specialized aspect or topic in business chosen by a student and an appropriate faculty member. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Open only to MBA students. PREREQ: consent of instructor and MBA program director.
BHS 410 Healthcare Management (3,0,3) Basic applied management functions in the healthcare setting; personnel and patient scheduling; purchasing procedures; budget and quality improvement process; organization relationships and authority.
BIO 120 General Biology (3,2,4) Cell biology; genetics; ecology; biological evolution and diversity. Not applicable to major or minor in biological sciences. A general education course (natural sciences). PREREQ: A minimum ACT score of 18 in each division (or SAT equivalent) or completion of all pre-college curriculum courses. Fall, spring, summer.
BIO 121 Human Systems (3,0,3) Nutritional, circulatory, excretory, respiratory, nervous, endocrine, reproductive, and developmental systems emphasizing humans. Not applicable to major or minor in biological sciences. Spring. A general education course (natural sciences). PREREQ: A minimum ACT score of 18 in each division (or SAT equivalent), or completion of all pre-college curriculum courses.
BIO 121L Human Systems Laboratory (0,2,1) Laboratory to accompany BIO 121. Microscopy, anatomy, and physiology. PREREQ or COREQ: BIO 121
BIO 123 Human Ecology (3,0,3) Human influence and impact on the environment; basic ecological principles; energy sources and utilization; ethical, economic, political, and legal aspects of environmental problems and concerns. Not applicable to major or minor in biological sciences. Spring. A general education course (natural sciences). PREREQ: A minimum ACT score of 18 in each division (or SAT equivalent) or completion of all pre-college curriculum courses.
BIO 125 Biological Perspective of Wellness (3,0,3) Core concepts of structure and function of human systems; contemporary holistic health attitudes and practices. Not applicable to major or minor in biological sciences. Fall, spring. A general education course (natural sciences). PREREQ: A minimum ACT score of 18 in each division (or SAT equivalent), or completion of all pre-college curriculum courses.
BIO 126 Human Nutrition (3,0,3) Human nutritional requirements; physiology of digestion and absorption; world food crises; food faddism and miracle diets. Not applicable to major or minor in biological sciences. Fall, spring. A general education course (natural sciences). PREREQ: A minimum ACT score of 18 in each division (or SAT equivalent), or completion of all pre-college curriculum courses.
BIO 129 Spring Flora of Kentucky (1 sem. hr.) Identification and uses of Kentucky's spring flowering plants. Two weekends (Saturday and Sunday) of field work. Spring. PREREQ: BIO 120.
BIO 131 Summer Flora of Kentucky (1 sem. hr.) Identification and uses of Kentucky's summer flowering plants. Two weekends (Saturday and Sunday) of field work. Summer, on demand. PREREQ: BIO 120.
BIO 150 Introduction to Biology I (3,0,4) The chemistry of life; cell structure and function; photosynehesis and respiration; cellular reproduction and Mendelian genetics; gene regulation; population genetics, evolution and speciation. A General education course (natural sciences). Fall, spring. PREREQ A minimum ACT score of 20 in math and 18 in each remaining division (or SAT equivalent), or completion of all pre-college curriculum courses. COREQ: BIO 150L. PREREQ or COREQ: CHE 120.
BIO 150L Introduction to Biology I: Laboratory (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 150. A general education course (natural sciences) but suggested only for students majoring or minoring in biological sciences. COREQ: BIO 150.
BIO 151 Introduction to Biology II (3,0,4) Systematics and diversity of life; organismal systems anatomy and physiology; interrelationships among organisms and between organisms and their environment. A general education course (natural sciences) but suggested only for students majoring or minoring in biological sciences. Spring, summer. PREREQ: BIO 150 with a "C" or better; COREQ: BIO 151L.
BIO 151L Introduction to Biology II: Laboratory (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 151. A general education course (natural sciences) but suggested only for students majoring or minoring in biological sciences. COREQ: BIO 151.
BIO 155 Orientation to Biology (1,0,1) Biology issues and applications, methodology, career opportunities, and postgraduate options. Classroom discussions, faculty panels, and written essays. COREQ: BIO 151.
BIO 160 Plants and Human Cultures (1,4,3) Plants and their role in human history and cultures; development of agriculture; ecological role of plants; plant products (e.g., food plants, spices, drugs, fibers, wood, rubber); horticulture; plants in religion, art, music, literature; vegetation and people. Fall. PREREQ: BIO 120.
BIO 202 Microbiology for Health Professionals (2,4,4) Bacteriological techniques; control, epidemiology, and pathogenicity of microorganism; pathogen-host relationships; disease states. Fall, spring, summer. PREREQ: one semester of college biology and one semester of college chemistry (CHE 115 or above). COREQ: BIO 202L.
BIO 202L Microbiology for Health Professionals: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 202. Bacteriological techniques. COREQ: BIO 202.
BIO 208 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (3,0,4) Introduction to human structure and function. Not applicable to major or minor in biological sciences. A general education course (natural sciences). Fall, spring, summer. PREREQ: Composite ACT of 19 or any college biology or chemistry course with a grade of C or better. COREQ: BIO 208L.
BIO 208L Human Anatomy and Physiology I: Laboratory (0,2,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 208. Gross and microscopic morphology and application of physiological principles. A general education course (natural sciences). COREQ: BIO 208.
BIO 209 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (3,0,4) Continuation of BIO 208 with emphasis on structure and function of organ systems. Students should complete both BIO 208 and 209 for an overall survey of human structure and function. Not applicable to major or minor in biological sciences. Spring, summer (on demand). PREREQ: BIO 208. A general education course (natural sciences). COREQ: BIO 209L.
BIO 209L Human Anatomy and Physiology II: Laboratory (0,2,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 209. Gross and microscopic morphology and application of physiological principles. A general education course (natural sciences). COREQ: BIO 209.
BIO 211 General Botany (2,0,4) Morphology; taxonomy; physiology; genetics; ecology; evolution. Spring. PREREQ: BIO 150. COREQ: BIO 211L.
BIO 211L General Botany: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 211. Field trips. COREQ: BIO 211.
BIO 235 Costa Rican Natural History (2,3,3) Overview of political, ecological, developmental and cultural interactions. Pre-and-post-Columbian history. Stress on ecological problems and solutions. Required field tip (lab) over spring break. A general education course (non-western).
BIO 245 Neurobiology (3,0,3) Application of principles of organismic, cell, and molecular biology to nervous system functions. Survey of current scientific literature on neuronal function and pathology. Spring PREREQ: BIO 150/151.
BIO 250 Biological Photography (1,4,3) Special photographic techniques applicable in the biological sciences; micro-, macro-, close-up, telescopic, nature, and time-lapse photography; digital and film techniques; independent laboratory work. Spring, odd-numbered years. Not applicable to major or minor in the biological sciences. PREREQ: BIO 150-151.
BIO 255 Biological Literature and Research (3,0,3) Information retrieval and presentation, introduction to biological literature. Scientific methodology including research problem selection, experimental design, literature survey, and proposal development. A course for the sophomore year. PREREQ: BIO 150-151.
BIO 272 Medical and Biological Terminology (3,0,3) Derivatives, prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Fall. PREREQ: BIO 150 or BIO 208.
BIO 294 Topics: Biological Sciences (1-3 sem. hrs.) In depth study of specialized subject matter of general interest. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Not applicable to major or minor in biological sciences. Offered on demand.
BIO 300 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (3,0,5) Organs and organ systems of representative vertebrates; phylogentic relationships among vertebrate classes. Fall. PREREQ: BIO 150-151. COREQ: BIO 300L.
BIO 300L Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy: Laboratory (0,6,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 300. COREQ: BIO 300.
BIO 301 Invertebrate Zoology (2,0,4) Classification, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and preservation of invertebrate animals. Fall, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151. COREQ: BIO 301L.
BIO 301L Invertebrate Zoology: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 301. Field trips. COREQ: BIO 301.
BIO 302 General Microbiology (2,0,4) Microbiological techniques; classification and morphology of microorganisms; biochemistry and control of growth; pathogenic microorganisms. Fall, spring. PREREQ: one semester of college chemistry and BIO 151. COREQ: BIO 302L.
BIO 302L General Microbiology: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 302. Microbiological techniques. COREQ: BIO 302.
BIO 303 Vertebrate Zoology (2,0,4) Classification, evolution, life histories, ecology, and distribution of vertebrates. Fall, even-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151. COREQ: BIO 303L.
BIO 303L Vertebrate Zoology: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 303. Field trips. COREQ: BIO 303.
BIO 304 General Ecology (3,0,4) Interrelationships between organisms and their environment. Fall. PREREQ: BIO 150-151. COREQ: BIO 304L.
BIO 304L Ecology Laboratory (0,3,0) Sampling techniques, experimental design, and data analyses in ecological research. Field trips. Fall. COREQ or PREREQ: BIO 304.
BIO 305 Vertebrate Embryology (3,0,4) Principles and mechanisms of embryonic development. Fall, even-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151. COREQ: BIO 305L.
BIO 305L Vertebrate Embryology: Laboratory (0,2,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 305. COREQ: BIO 305.
BIO 308 Plant Systematics (2,0,4) Principles and practices; identification, classification, nomenclature, and evolution of vascular plants; major plant families of local flora. Fall, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-150L. COREQ: BIO 308L.
BIO 308L Plant Systematics: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 308. COREQ: BIO 308.
BIO 309 Plant Ecology (2,0,3) Interrelationship of plants and their environment; classification, distribution, structure, and analysis of vegetation; plant succession; ecological methods. Field trips. On demand. PREREQ: BIO 150-151 or consent of instructor. COREQ: BIO 309L.
BIO 309L Plant Ecology: Laboratory (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 309. Field trips. COREQ: BIO 309.
BIO 310 Plant Morphology (2,0,4) Structure, life history, and relationships of representative plants. Spring, even numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151. COREQ: BIO310L.
BIO 310L Plant Morphology: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 310. COREQ: BIO 310.
BIO 311 Mycology (2,0,3) Morphology, identification, evolution, ecology, and culturing techniques of fungi. Fall, even-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150. COREQ: BIO 311L.
BIO 311L Mycology: Laboratory (0,2,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 311. COREQ: BIO 311.
BIO 312 Dendrology (1,0,3) Identification and vegetational aspects of woody plants, especially those of eastern U.S. Fall, even-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151 or BIO 211. COREQ: BIO 312L.
BIO 312L Dendrology: Laboratory (0,6,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 312. Field trips. COREQ: BIO 312.
BIO 320 Entomology (2,0,4) Anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, life cycles, classification, and economic effects of insects. Fall, even-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151. COREQ: BIO 320L.
BIO 320L Entomology: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 320. COREQ: BIO 320.
BIO 342 Biometry (3,0,3) Statistical techniques for biological sciences. Fundamental experimental design, exploratory data analysis, parametric and non-parametric tests, and selected multivariate procedures as applied to biological data. Use of statistical software. PREREQ: BIO 151-151L and STA 205.
BIO 348 Genetics, Molecular and Cell I (3,0,3) Essential concepts in genetics, molecular and cell biology: macromolecules, DNA and chromosomes, DNA replication, recombination and repair, mitosis and meiosis, Mendelian genetics, gene expression, structure and function of cellular organelles. Fall. PREREQ: BIO 150-151 and CHE 120-121.
BIO 349 Genetics, Molecular and Cell II (3,0,4) Applications of knowledge gained in BIO 348. Human gene therapy, genetically modified organisms, the biology and genetics of cystic fibrosis, molecular phylogenetics, bioremediation, fermentation processes, conservation genetics, and cancer. Spring. PREREQ: BIO 348. COREQ: BIO 349L.
BIO 349L Genetics, Molecular and Cell Lab (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 349. Hands-on experience with basic genetics, molecular, and cell biology techniques. Spring. COREQ: BIO 349.
BIO 358 Evolution of Organisms (3,0,3) Mechanisms; historical and philosophical perspectives; empirical evidence; contemporary application. Spring. PREREQ: BIO 150-151 and BIO 352.
BIO 360 Advanced Biology of the Cell (3,0,3) Structure and function of cellular organelles; role of energy, membranes, nucleic acids, and proteins in cellular regulation; nature of nerve impulse. Spring. PREREQ: BIO 150-151 and one year of college chemistry (with laboratory).
BIO 381 Human Nutrition and Metabolism (3,0,3) Biochemistry and physiology of human nutritional requirements and deficiencies; current topics in nutrition, including food faddism, medical nutrition, and the world food crisis. Spring, even-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151 and CHE 310.
BIO 396 Externship: Biological Sciences (1-2 sem. hrs.) Experiential learning at institutions, universities, or businesses specializing in a biological field. Course may be repeated for new externship project; up to 4 semester hours may be earned in this course. For students majoring or minoring in biological or environmental sciences. Fall, spring, summer. PREREQ: BIO 150-151 and consent of instructor before registration.
BIO 396 Practicum: Veterinary Medicine (0,4,2) Work with a veterinarian specializing in large/small animals to learn skills and acquire practical information. For pre-veterinary students. Fall, spring. PREREQ: consent of instructor and a local veterinarian.
BIO 399 Techniques: Biological Sciences (1-2 sem. hrs. each) Experience in media preparation; in herbarium, museum, and field techniques; in use of laboratory equipment; or in other practical facets of biology. Topics decided upon in consultation between student and instructor. Up to 4 semester hours may be earned in this course. Fall, spring, summer. PREREQ: BIO150-151, consent of instructor prior to registration.
BIO 400 Advanced Molecular Biology (2,0,4) Introduction to principles of modern molecular biology; DNA and RNA structure and synthesis; protein synthesis; gene structure, expression, and regulation; recombinant DNA techniques; plant and animal models; transgenics; contemporary bioethics issues. Fall. PREREQ: BIO 348, 349, 349L, CHE 310-311; BIO 482 or CHE 482 recommended. COREQ: BIO 400L.
BIO 400L Advanced Molecular Biology: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 400. DNA and RNA purification; DNA cloning and restriction enzyme analysis; plasmid vector screening and purification; Southern blotting; hybridization; Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR); bacterial cell transformation; fusion proteins. COREQ: BIO 400.
BIO 402 Advanced Neurobiology (3,3,4) Explore the higher functions of the nervous system in terms of the molecular and cellular biology. Spring, even numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 245, BIO 255. COREQ: BIO 402L.
BIO 402L Advanced Neurobiology (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 402. COREQ: BIO 402.
BIO 404 Herpetology (3,0,4) Evolution, classification, anatomy, physiology, behavior, and ecology of reptiles and amphibians; identification of local species. Spring, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151; BIO 300 or BIO 303 recommended. COREQ: BIO 404L.
BIO 404L Herpetology: Laboratory (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 404. Field trips. COREQ: BIO 404.
BIO 405 Invertebrate Paleontology (3,0,4) Major phyla in the fossil record; paleobiological, systematic, and evolutionary aspects; collection and identification of local fossils. Fall, odd- numbered years. Same as GLY 402. PREREQ: BIO 301 or GLY 302. COREQ: BIO 405L.
BIO 405L Invertebrate Paleontology: Laboratory (0,2,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 405. COREQ: BIO 405.
BIO 407 Ornithology (2,0,4) Classification, anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, and field identification of birds. Field trips. Spring, even-numbered years. PREREQ: one year of college biology and consent of instructor prior to registration. COREQ: BIO 407L.
BIO 407L Ornithology: Laboratory (0,6,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 407. Field trips. COREQ: BIO 407.
BIO 409 Biogeography (3,0,3) Present and past geographical distribution of organisms. Spring, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151.
BIO 410 Conservation Biology (3,0,3) Review of issues affecting modern conservation efforts: history, genetics, demography, biodiversity patterns, community change, global change, and environmental management. Spring, even-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151; BIO 304 and BIO 352 highly recommended.
BIO 416 Field Botany (3-4 sem. hrs.) Observation, identification, and distribution of flora. Summer, offered on demand. PREREQ: one year of college biology.
BIO 421 Mammalogy (3,0,4) Evolution, systematics, zoogeography, and natural history of mammals. Required field trips. PREREQ: BIO 150-151. COREQ: BIO 421L.
BIO 421L Mammalogy: Laboratory (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 421. COREQ: BIO 421.
BIO 422 Limnology (2,0,4) Physical, chemical, and biological properties of inland waters; organization of aquatic communities, phytoplankton, zooplankton, and benthos, trophic dynamics and eutrophication; limnological methods and techniques. Fall, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: one year of college biology and one year of college chemistry BIO 304 and BIO 255 recommended. COREQ: BIO 422L.
BIO 422L Limnology: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 422. Field trips. COREQ: BIO 422.
BIO 425 Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology I (3,0,4) Anatomical, histological, and physiological mechanisms of skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. First semester of a one-year course; students should follow this course with BIO 426. Fall. PREREQ: BIO 150-151; CHE 310. COREQ: BIO 425L.
BIO 425L Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 425. Fall. COREQ: BIO 425.
BIO 426 Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology II (3,0,4) Regulation of physiological processes. Continuation of BIO 425. Spring. PREREQ: BIO 255 or BIO 340 and BIO 425 or consent of instructor. COREQ: BIO 426L.
BIO 426L Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology II: Laboratory (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 426. Spring. COREQ: BIO 426.
BIO 430 Immunology (3,0,4) Biology of the immune response. Spring, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: one semester of microbiology. COREQ: BIO 430L.
BIO 430L Immunology: Laboratory (0,2,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 430. COREQ: BIO 430.
BIO 440 Animal Behavior (3,0,4) Nervous systems and neurophysiology; classification, genetics, evolution, and ecology of behavior; developmental and social behavior. Spring, odd-numbered years. PREREQ or COREQ: BIO 255 or BIO 340; COREQ: BIO 440L.
BIO 440L Animal Behavior: Laboratory (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 440. COREQ: BIO 440.
BIO 441 Animal Physiological Ecology (3,3,4) Internal adjustments by animals to physical changes at the organism-environment interface. Influence of the physical and biological characteristics of the external milieu on geographic, evolutionary, and temporal distribution of animals. Energetics, homeostasis, and adaptation, including role of behavior. PREREQ: BIO 348 and BIO 304. COREQ: BIO 441L.
BIO 441L Animal Physiological Ecology Lab (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 441. COREQ: BIO 441.
BIO 445 Anatomy of Vascular Plants (2,0,4) Structure and differentiation of cells, tissues, and organs. Offered on demand. PREREQ: BIO 150-151, BIO 211. COREQ: BIO 445L.
BIO 445L Anatomy of Vascular Plants ((0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 445. COREQ: BIO 445.
BIO 446 Plant Physiology (3,3,4) Photosynthesis, cellular respiration, carbohydrate and protein metabolism, mineral nutrition, hormonal controls, and related topics in physiology of green plants. Spring, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151 and CHE 311 (with laboratory). COREQ: BIO 446L.
BIO 446L Plant Physiology Laboratory (0,3,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 446. COREQ: BIO 446.
BIO 455 Scanning Electron Microscopy (0,6,3) Lecture-laboratory; theory and applications; phase contrast, polarizing, and transmission microscopes discussed for comparative purposes. Spring. PREREQ: one year of college biology and consent of instructor.
BIO 460 Introduction to Marine Science (3,3,4) Survey of physical, chemical, and biological oceanography; marine ecology, primary productivity, and biodiveristy. Required field trip to marine research laboratory. Summer, even numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 151 and BIO 255.
BIO 461 Ecology and Geology of Coral Reefs (3,3,4) Ecological and geological processes in reef ecosystems. Benthic and pelagic biotic communities, reef development and erosion, sedimentation, ancient and modern reefs, responses to environmental change. Required field trip to marine research laboratory. PREREQ: Declared major at or above the sophomore level in a natural science and consent of instructor.
BIO 462 Tropical Ecology (3,0,3) Unique features of tropical ecosystems, abiotic characteristics, gap dynamics biodiversity, plant-animal interactions, economic importance of tropical forests, causes and consequences of tropical deforestation. Spring, even-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 151. BIO 303 and 304 recommended.
BIO 463 Tropical Ecology Laboratory (0,10,1) Practical experience in studying tropical biota. Taught during spring break at location in tropics every other year. PREREQ: BIO 151. BIO 462 recommended.
BIO 465 Regional Biology (3-5 sem. hrs.) Intensive study of flora and/or fauna of a particular region. May be repeated once for a different region. Offered on demand. PREREQ: one year of college biology and consent of instructor.
BIO 467 Endocrinology (3,0,3) Human endocrine system, hormonal control of body processes, and hormonal disorders. Fall, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 150-151 and CHE 310.
BIO 470 Medical Microbiology (3,0,4) Pathogenic bacteria and viruses; techniques for isolation, identification, and control of specific disease agents; functions of the immune response in preventing and promoting disease. Fall, even-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 302. COREQ: BIO 470L.
BIO 470L Medical Microbiology Laboratory (0,2,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 470. COREQ: BIO 470.
BIO 474 Microbial Ecology (3,0,3) Interrelationships of prokaryotic and eucaryotic microorganisms in aquatic and terrestrial environments; microbial sampling and analysis methods. Fall, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 302. COREQ: BIO 474L.
BIO 474L Microbial Ecology: Laboratory (0,2,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 474. COREQ: BIO 474.
BIO 475 Virology (3,0,3) Classification, chemical composition, morphology, genetics, and replication of viruses, action of physical and chemical agents on viruses; host response to viral infection. Fall, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: BIO 302.
BIO 482 Biochemistry I (3,0,3) Introduction to the chemistry of the molecules of life; carbohydrates, proteins, lipids; protein structure and function; enzyme mechanism; membrane structure and function; introduction to metabolism. Fall. Same as CHE 482. PREREQ: C or better in CHE 311.
BIO 482L Biochemistry I Laboratory (0,6,2) Advanced laboratory techniques used in isolation, purification, and characterization of amino acids, peptides, and proteins; training in use of modern equipment for experimentation and of computers for data analysis. Same as CHE 482L. COREQ: BIO 482 or CHE 482, or PREREQ: grade of C or better in BIO 482 or CHE 482.
BIO 483 Biochemistry II (3,0,3) Metabolism, biosynthesis of cell components, nucleic acid replication, protein synthesis, DNA recombination, hormone action. Spring. Same as CHE 483. PREREQ: C or better in BIO 482 or CHE 482.
BIO 491 Comprehensive Examination (1,0,0) Examination covering entire area of biological sciences. (Pass/Fail) PREREQ: 20 hours upper-division courses in Biological Sciences. Fall and Spring.
BIO 492 Directed Research (1-3 semester hrs. each) Development and completion of a scientific research project chosen in consultation with instructor. Final project report is required. Up to 6 semester hours may be earned in this course. For students majoring or minoring in biological sciences and especially for those planning further study in graduate school. Fall, spring, summer. PREREQ: BIO 255 and consent of instructor.
BIO 494 Topics: Biological Sciences (1-3 sem. hrs. each) In depth study of specialized subject matter. May be repeated for credit once when topic varies. Offered on demand. PREREQ: junior or senior standing in biological sciences.
BIO 496 Assistant: Undergraduate Laboratory (1-2 sem. hrs.) Participation in planning, setting-up, teaching, conducting reviews, and testing in an undergraduate laboratory course. For students majoring or minoring in biological sciences. Up to 4 semester hours may be earned in this course. Fall, spring, summer. PREREQ: BIO150-151, biology GPA of at least 3.00, and permission of instructor prior to registration.
BIO 521 Mammalogy for Teachers (3,0,3) A content course. Evolution, anatomy, adaptations, ecology and diversity of world mammals. Applicable for middle and high school. Not open to students who have taken BIO 421. PREREQ: Certification to teach middle or high school science or permission of instructor.
BIO 600 Field Ecology for Elementary Teachers (3,0,3) Populations, communities, ecosystems; techniques of collection, identification, and preservation of local organisms. Field trips. Not open to students specializing in biological sciences. Offered summer, odd-numbered years, on demand. PREREQ: one year of college biology or consent of instructor.
BIO 605 Zoology for Teachers (3,0,3) A content course. Diversity, ecology and evolution of animal orders. For middle and high school science teachers. PREREQ: Certification to teach middle or high school science or permission of instructor.
BIO 606 General Microbiology for Teachers (2,0,4) Microbiological theory and techniques as applicable to pre-college age students; applied microbiology. Offered summer. PREREQ: one year of college biology and one year of college chemistry. COREQ: BIO 606L.
BIO 606L General Microbiology for Teachers: Laboratory (0,4,0) Laboratory to accompany BIO 606. COREQ: BIO 606.
BIO 609 Geography of Life (3,0,3) Geographical distribution of plants and animals in the past and present; development of theories explaining distribution patterns. Offered spring, odd-numbered years. PREREQ: one semester of college biology.
BIO 610 Amphibians and Reptiles (2 sem. hrs.) Evolution, natural history, taxonomy, behavior, and ecology of reptiles and amphibians; herpetofauna of the tri-state area. Field trips. Offered summer. Open only to high school science/biology teachers.
BIO 611 Birds (2 sem. hrs.) General biology of birds, particularly classification, life cycles, flight, and behavior; field methods and identification; avifauna of the tri-state area. Field trips. Offered summer. Open only to high school science/biology teachers.
BIO 612 Freshwater Diatoms (2 sem. hrs.) Importance, structure, taxonomy, physiology, reproduction, and ecology of common freshwater diatoms; methods of collection; preparation of permanent slides. Field trip. Offered summer. Open only to high school science/ biology teachers.
BIO 613 Woody Plants (2 sem. hrs.) Recognition of Kentucky's trees and larger shrubs; use of botanical keys; economic and environmental aspects; dendrological literature. Field trips. Offered summer. Open only to high school science/biology teachers.
BIO 614 Algae (2 sem. hrs.) Commonly occurring freshwater algae of the tri-state area; field and laboratory techniques for collecting and preserving specimens; taxonomy, evolution, life cycles, and ecological significance. Field trips. Offered summer. Open only to high school science/biology teachers.
BIO 644 Aquatic Ecology for Teachers (1,4,3) Integrated field investigations of water quality. Taught at Center for Ohio River Research and Education. Curriculum and community resources related to water resources. Required field trips.
BIO 660 Biology of Aquatic Life (3 sem. hrs.) Study of life in the ocean and fresh water environments: observation, identification, distribution, and conservation. PREREQ: one year of college biology and consent of instructor.
BIO 668 Advanced Human Physiology (4,0,4) Rigorous study of human body function primarily at the organ system level. PREREQ: BIO 208-209 and CHE 115, or consent of instructor.
BIO 694 Topics: Biological Sciences (1-3 sem. hrs.) Study of specialized subject matter. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Open only to graduate students in education.
BIO 699 Techniques: Biological Sciences (1-4 sem. hrs.) Individual student experience with selected biological techniques in media preparation; in herbarium, museum, and field techniques; in use of laboratory equipment; and in other practical facets of biology. Topic decided upon in consultation between student and instructor. Up to 4 semester hours may be earned in this course. Offered fall, spring, summer. PREREQ: consent of instructor prior to registration.
BUS 101 Introduction to Business (3,0,3) Basic knowledge of organizational structures, business functions, and types of business enterprises; assistance in decisions about majors and careers; socialization to expectations and behaviors associated with careers in business. Open only to students with fewer than 45 earned hours, or by consent of instructor.
BUS 230 Legal Environment (3,0,3) Concepts in legal environment; ethical considerations in business decisions; broad overview of judicial process, legal systems, contracts, torts, environmental and international issues, employment law, and consumer protection. PREREQ: sophomore standing.
BUS 294 Topics: International Business (3,0,3) Specialized topics of faculty and student interest. Topics vary and may be used for CCSA courses. May be taken three times if topics vary. PREREQ: sophomore standing.
BUS 300 Career Enhancement (1,0,1) Designed to assist students planning careers in business with the transition from college to the workforce. PREREQ: junior standing. Graded pass/fail.
BUS 330 Ethics in Managerial Decision-Making (3,0,3) Application of ethics to decision-making in business; case method, discussion and presentations. BUS 230 and junior standing. PREREQ: BUS 230 and junior standing.
BUS 334 Business Entities and Commercial Paper (3,0,3) Forms of business organizations including partnerships and corporations: nature and formation, benefits, financing and securities regulation, rights and responsibilities; commercial paper: basic concepts, negotiability, holders in due course, liability, defenses, discharge, checks and the banking system. PREREQ: BUS 230; junior standing; declared major in any bachelor's program.
BUS 396 Internship: Business (0,10 or 15,2 or 3) Supervised non-paid work experience at corporations in Greater Cincinnati related to student major or minor, and coordinated by a member of the participating organization and a member of the department faculty. Interested students must submit applications to the department chair. PREREQ: junior or senior standing and consent of instructor; declared major in any bachelor's program.
BUS 394 Topics: Legal Environment (3,0,3) Topics vary and will be listed in the Schedule of Classes. Repeatable to 6 semester hours. PREREQ: junior standing.
BUS 532 CPA Law (3,0,3) Legal topics relevant to professional accounting: contracts, agency, business entities, Uniform Commercial Code, and Securities law. PREREQ: BUS 230; junior standing; declared major in any bachelor's program or consent of Chair of Accountancy.
BUS 605 Legal Environment (2,0,2) Survey of the legal system requirements and limitations; political process, constitution, torts, criminal law, ethics, environment, product liability, consumer protection, antitrust, employment and negotiable instruments. PREREQ: Admission to the MBA program or permission of MBA director.
BUS 610 Law and Public Policy (3,0,3) Relationship between la