P = Prerequisite, R = Recommended, C = Concomitant
I = fall semester, II = spring semester, S = summer session(s)

Afro-American Studies | Radiography/Allied Health | Anatomy | Anthropology | Astronomy | Biology | Business | Graduate Business | Chemistry | Comparative Literature | College of Arts & Sciences | Cognitive Science | Computer Science | Dental Assisting | Dental Hygiene |  Economics | Education | English | Fine Arts | Folklore | French | Geography | Geology | German | History | Honor's Courses | HPER | History & Philosophy of Science | Informatics | International Studies | Journalism | Liberal Studies | Linguistics (ESL) | Latin American/Latino Studies | Mathematics | Microbiology | Music | Nursing | Overseas Study | Philosophy | Physiology | Physics | Plant Sciences | Political Science | Psychology | Religious Studies | School of Continuing Studies | Sociology | Spanish | Speech Communication | SPEA | Social Work | Telecommunications | Theatre & Dance | Women's Studies

AFRO: Afro-American Studies

AHLT: Radiography/Allied Health

(Except for AHLT-R 185, allied health courses are open only to students admitted into the radiography clinical/professional program.)

AHLT-R 100 Orientation to Radiographic Technology (2 cr.) C: AHLT-R 101, AHLT-R 102, AHLT-R 181. Introduction to the field of radiology and its history. Students learn proper ethical standards, become acquainted with the duties and responsibilities in personal care for the patient, and investigate radiation protection for the patient and personnel. I

AHLT-R 101 Radiographic Procedures I (4 cr.) C: AHLT-R 100, AHLT-R 102, AHLT-R 181. Concepts in radiography, with emphasis on the radiographic procedures, including positioning and exposure factoring. Instruction in anatomy and radiation protection. I

AHLT-R 102 Principles of Radiography I (3 cr.) C: AHLT-R 100, AHLT-R 101, AHLT-R 181. Basic concepts of radiation, its production, and its interactions with matter. Includes the production of the radiographic image and image processing. I

AHLT-R 181 Clinical Experience - Radiography I (4 cr.) C: AHLT-R 100, AHLT-R 101, AHLT-R 102. Clinical application of radiographic positioning, exposure techniques, and departmental procedures in all phases of radiographic technology, under the direct supervision of a registered technologist until mastery of clinical objectives is reached. Clinical laboratories are included. I

AHLT-R 182 Clinical Experience - Radiography II (6 cr.) C: AHLT-R 201, AHLT-R 202, AHLT-R 250. Clinical application of radiographic positioning, exposure techniques, and departmental procedures in all phases of radiographic technology, under the direct supervision of a registered technologist until mastery of clinical objectives is reached. Clinical laboratories are included. II

AHLT-R 185 Medical Terminology (1 cr.) Introduction to the origin and derivation of medical words, as well as their meaning. I, S

AHLT-R 200 Pathology (2 cr.) C: AHLT-R 202, AHLT-R 205, AHLT-R 282. A survey of the changes that occur in the diseased state to include the general concepts of disease, causes of disease, clinical symptoms and treatment, and diseases that affect specific body systems. Instruction in adjustment of exposure techniques for specific pathology. I

AHLT-R 201 Radiographic Procedures II (4 cr.) C: AHLT-R 208, AHLT-R 250, AHLT-R 182. Concepts in radiography with an emphasis on the radiographic procedures used to demonstrate the skull, spine, and those requiring the use of contrast media. Instruction in anatomy and radiation protection. II

AHLT-R 202 Principles of Radiography II (3 cr.) C: AHLT-R 200, AHLT-R 205, AHLT-R 282. Continuation of AHLT-R 102 with an emphasis on the properties that affect the quality of the radiographic image. I

AHLT-R 205 Radiographic Procedures III (3 cr.) C: AHLT-R 200, AHLT-R 202, AHLT-R 282. Concepts in radiography with emphasis on cardiovascular and interventional radiographic procedures and cross-section anatomy. I

AHLT-R 207 Senior seminar (Optional) (1 cr.) Students are given the opportunity to conduct research, compose a scholarly work, and present their findings in a chosen area of medical imaging. II

AHLT-R 208 topics in radiography: Venipuncture and Pharmacology (1 cr.) C: AHLT-R 281. Introduction to basic venipuncture skills, drug reference and their practical applications in radiography, and concepts of ECG graph and lead placement. S

AHLT-R 208 topics in radiography: anatomy (1 cr.) C: AHLT-R 290. The relationship between radiographic anatomy and specific radiographic procedures is studied. S

AHLT-R 222 Principles of Radiography III (3 cr.) C: AHLT-R 207, AHLT-R 260, AHLT-R 283. Continuation of AHLT-R 202 with an emphasis on the application of radiography principles of imaging equipment, imaging quality control, and related imaging modalities. II

AHLT-R 250 Physics Applied to Radiology (3 cr.) C: AHLT-R 201, AHLT-R 208, AHLT-R 182. Fundamentals of radiation physics, X-ray generation, and equipment quality control. II

AHLT-R 253 Radiation Experiments and Quality Control (Optional/Independent Study/1 cr.) A laboratory course emphasizing the major characteristics of diagnostic X-ray systems and methods of assuring the adequate function of radiographic equipment. Major topics include anode heel effect, inverse square law, half-value layer, film sensitometry, radiation intensity, and quality control testing.

AHLT-R 260 RadioBiology and Protection in Diagnostic Radiology (3 cr.) C: AHLT-R 207, AHLT-R 222, AHLT-R 283. Study of the biological effects of ionizing radiation and the standards and methods of protection. Emphasis is placed on X-ray interactions. Also included are discussions on radiation exposure standards and radiation monitoring. Opportunity to do scholarly work/research in the area of radiation. II

AHLT-R 281 Clinical Experience in Radiography III (4 cr.) C: AHLT-R 208. Clinical application of radiographic positioning, exposure techniques, and departmental procedures in all phases of radiographic technology, under the direct supervision of a registered technologist until mastery of clinical objectives is reached. Clinical laboratories are included. S

AHLT-R 282 Clinical Experience in Radiography IV (6 cr.) C: AHLT-R 200, AHLT-R 202, AHLT-R 205. Clinical application of radiographic positioning, exposure techniques, and departmental procedures in all phases of radiographic technology, under the direct supervision of a registered technologist until mastery of clinical objectives is reached. Clinical laboratories are included. I

AHLT-R 283 Clinical Experience in Radiography V (6 cr.) C: AHLT-R 207, AHLT-R 222, AHLT-R 260. Clinical application of radiographic positioning, exposure techniques, and departmental procedures in all phases of radiographic technology, under the direct supervision of a registered technologist until mastery of clinical objectives is reached. Clinical laboratories are included. II

AHLT-R 290 Comprehensive Experience (6 cr.) C: AHLT-R 208. Clinical application of radiographic positioning, exposure techniques, and departmental procedures in all phases of radiographic technology under the direct supervision of a registered technologist. Successful completion involves mastery of all clinical aspects of the program. Clinical laboratories are included. S

ANAT: Anatomy

(See BIOL, MICR, PHSL, and PLSC for additional biological sciences courses.)

ANAT-A 210 Elementary Human Anatomy (3 cr.) Introduction to the basic structure of the human body. Course taken by dental hygiene students. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. I

ANAT-A 464 HUMAN TISSUE BIOLOGY (4-5 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102. This course analyzes the structure and activities of the cells that make up the human body, concentrating on the aspects of cellular morphology important for biochemical functions. Fundamental types of distinct multicellular tissues, including connective, epithelial, muscular, and nervous tissues are described, at the light and electron microscopic level, emphasizing the functional significance of the structural features. The various organ systems of the body are discussed, again primarily with regard to how their tissue composition and arrangement mediates their diverse functions. Each lecture is followed by a laboratory session devoted to the same topic, in which students examine the relevant cells, tissues, and organs using the light microscope and electron micrograph preparations. I (odd years)

ANTH: Anthropology

ANTH-A 105 Human Origins and Prehistory (3 cr.) The evolution and archaeological history of human beings through the Stone and Metal Ages. I, II

ANTH-A 250 ANTHROPOLOGY IN THE MODERN WORLD (3 cr.) What cultural anthropologists are learning about major issues of our times: cultures facing destruction, communal societies, sex roles, poverty, political repression in the Third World , ethnic conflict, sharpening the study of our own culture.

ANTH-A 303 evolution and prehistory (3 cr.) Human beings' place in nature, emergence of humans and contemporary races, development of culture from Paleolithic onward, problems arising from interaction of biological and cultural phenomena.

ANTH-A 360 anthropological thought (3 cr.) An overview of the major theoretical developments within anthropology, as the discipline has attempted to produce a universal and unified view of human life, based on knowledge of evolution and prehistoric and contemporary cultures.

ANTH-A 385 topics in anthropology (1-3 cr.) A conceptual examination of selected topics in the field of anthropology. May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours. Students may receive credit for only 3 credit hours each of ANTH-A 385 and ANTH-A 460.

ANTH-A 460 Topics in Anthropology (1-3 cr.) A conceptual examination of selected topics in the field of anthropology. May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours.

ANTH-A 495 Individual Studies in Anthropology (1-4 cr.) P: Consent of instructor. A supervised, in-depth examination, through individual research on a particular topic selected and conducted by the student, in consultation with an anthropology faculty member.

ANTH-A 496 Field study in anthropology (1-3 cr.) P: Consent of instructor. Supervised fieldwork of an anthropological nature, arranged through an outside agency or institution, such as an internship, apprenticeship, or volunteer work at a governmental office, zoo, or archaeological site. May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours.

ANTH-B 200 bioanthropology (3 cr.) Bioanthropology of humans, basic biological principles, morphology, function of evolutionary history. Human evolution from lower forms, environmental factors, speciation and differentiation into varieties, mixture, growth, sexual differences, constitutional variability.

ANTH-B 466 The primates (3 cr.) The study of our closest living relatives, the prosimians, monkeys, and apes from the perspective of evolutionary and environmental influences on morphology and complex social behavior.

ANTH-E 105 Culture and Society (3 cr.) Introduction to the comparative study of contemporary human cultures and their relation to social processes and behavior. I, II

ANTH-E 300 culture areas and ethnic groups: peoples and cultures of latin america (3 cr.) An ethnographic survey of a selected culture area or ethnic group. May not be repeated for more than 6 credit hours.

ANTH-E 310 Introduction to the cultures of africa (3 cr.) Explores the vitality and diversity of African cultures today in communities ranging from town neighborhoods to remote villages and from desert to rain forest. Demonstrates the tenacity and creativity of human societies facing severe political, social, and ecological pressures, but also contributes new questions and answers to global debates about family values, ethnicity, terrorism, hunger, and economic growth.

ANTH-E 320 indians of north america (3 cr.) Ethnographic survey of culture areas from the Arctic to Panama plus cross-cultural analysis of interrelations of culture, geographical environment, and language families.

ANTH-E 323 Indians of indiana (3 cr.) Indians of Indiana provides an introduction to the histories, languages, and cultures of the Native American Nations of Indiana, focusing in particular on the Miami , the Potawatomi, and the Shawnee . The course takes an ethnohistorical approach, seeking to understand the past and present of these communities in their own terms, by combining information derived from Native American sources and anthropological research, with the results of work with documentary material.

ANTH-E 365 women and power (3 cr.) Cross-cultural examination of different forms and systems of power in women's experiences. Topics include: power and dominance, motherhood as power, power and ordinary women's lives, women's experiences of colonialism, women as revolutionaries, women in the labor market, and women in international politics.

ANTH-E 380 Urban Anthropology (3 cr.) An examination of urban social organization in cross-cultural perspective, including theoretical perspectives on urbanization, kinship and social networks, economic and political factors, and cultural pluralism. Strategies of anthropological research in urban settings.

ANTH-E 391 women in developing countries (3 cr.) This course explores the nature of women's roles in developing countries. Particular emphasis is placed on examining how development and cultural change affect the lives of women.

ANTH-E 395 writing culture (3 cr.) Seminar through which students explore recent discussions within the discipline about the purpose and meaning of anthropological writing through reading different styles of ethnographic writing and through conducting ethnographic research themselves and writing up the results using different styles and forms. I, II

ANTH-E 397 Peoples and Cultures of the Middle East (3 cr.) General anthropological introduction to social institutions and cultural forms of the Arab countries of North Africa and the Near East; Israel , Turkey , Iran , Afghanistan . Topics: ecology, Islam as faith, Islam as culture, traditional adaptive strategies, consequences of colonialism and rise of nation-states, impact of modernization, changing conceptions of kinship, ethnicity, and gender.

ANTH-E 402 Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective (3 cr.) This course considers the meaning and social implications of gender in human society. Cultural definitions of male and female gender categories, as well as associated behavioral and structural differentiation of gender roles are analyzed using current anthropological concepts and theories.

ANTH-P 200 introduction to prehistoric archaeology (3 cr.) World archaeology in the framework of major prehistoric cultural innovations. History, techniques, methods, and significance of archaeological research.

ANTH-p 360 prehistory of north america (3 cr.) Introduction to antiquity of the American Indian, principal culture areas, and field methods and techniques incident to recovery of archaeological data and materials.

AST: Astronomy 

AST-A 100 The Solar System (3 cr.) P: MATH-M 14 or equivalent. Astronomical instruments and remote sensing of properties of planets; evolution of the Earth and the planetary system; physical properties of planetary bodies including comets, asteroids, and natural satellites; formation of planetary systems; extrasolar planets; origin of life. I, II

AST-A 105 Stars and Galaxies (3 cr.) P: MATH-M 14 or equivalent. The sun as a star, physical properties and evolution of stars, principles of spectroscopy as applied to astronomy, the major stages of stellar evolution, binary stars, variable stars, star clusters, gaseous nebulae, stellar motions and distribution, Milky Way and external galaxies, expanding universe, cosmic time scale, origin of elements. I, II

AST-A 200 Introduction to Cosmology (3 cr.) P: MATH-M 115 or equivalent. Historical and philosophical development of our physical picture of the universe, evolution of galaxies, origin of the elements, cosmic distance scale, development of large-scale structure, and the earliest stages of the Big Bang.

AST-A 453 topical Astrophysics (3 cr.) P: Calculus, PHYS-P 323 or equivalent. Selected topics in astrophysics such as celestial mechanics, astrobiology, stellar interiors, stellar atmospheres, stellar populations, galaxy dynamics, or cosmology.

AST-N 190 The Natural World (3 cr.) Introduces students to the methods and logic of science, and helps them understand the importance of science to the development of civilization and the contemporary world. Provides a context within which to evaluate the important scientific and technological issues of modern society. Interdisciplinary elements .

BIOL: Biology

BIOL-B 300 VASCULAR PLANTS (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102. Lecture and laboratory. Survey of the plant kingdom, including the anatomy, classification, ecology, evolution, and morphology of representative families. I (even years)

BIOL-L 100 Humans and the Biological World (5 cr.) Lecture and laboratory. For non-science majors. Credit allowed for only one of BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-T 100, and PHSL-P 130. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. Principles of biological organization from molecules through cells and organisms. Emphasis on processes common to all organisms, with special reference to humans. I, II, S

BIOL-L 101 Introduction to Biological Sciences I (5 cr.) P: MATH Level 4 or higher by placement examination or completion of MATH-M 107. Lecture and laboratory. Fundamental principles of biology for students considering a career in biological sciences. Principles of genetics, evolution, ecology, and diversity. I, II

BIOL-L 102 Introduction to biological Sciences II (5 cr.) P: MATH Level 4 or higher by placement examination or completion of MATH-M 107, one year of high school chemistry or one semester of college chemistry. R: BIOL-L 101. Fundamental principles of biology for students considering a career in biological sciences. Cell structure and function, bioenergetics, and organismal morphology and physiology. I, II

BIOL-L 104 introductory biology lectures (3 cr.) For non-science majors. Credit allowed for only one of BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-T 100, and PHSL-P 130. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. Principles of biological organization from molecules through cells and organisms. Emphasis on processes common to all organisms, with special reference to humans. I, II

BIOL-L 211 Molecular Biology (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 102, CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 106. Structure and function of DNA and RNA. DNA replication, mechanisms of mutation and repair. The genetic code, transcription, and translation. Introduces bacteriophages, plasmids, and the technology of recombinant DNA. I

BIOL-L 304 Marine Biology (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, one semester of college chemistry. An introductory lecture course covering principles, concepts, and techniques of marine and estuarine biology. II (even years)

BIOL-L 308 Organismal Physiology (5 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102, BIOL-L 211, CHEM-C 106. R: BIOL-L 312. Structural and functional aspects of regulative processes in animals; detection of the environment, integrative functions, reproduction. Laboratory deals with representative experiments on animal physiological processes. I

BIOL-L 311 Genetics ( 3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102, BIOL-L 211, CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 106. Lectures on the principles of heredity at the molecular, cellular, individual, and population levels. II

BIOL-L 312 Cell Biology (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 211, CHEM-C 106. Current views of the structure and function of cellular organelles and components, with emphasis on the flow of information through the cell, the metabolism that supports cellular functions, and differences among specialized cells. II

BIOL-L 317 Developmental Biology (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 211. R: BIOL-L 312. Analysis of developmental processes that lead to the construction of whole organisms from single cells. Includes the principles of embryology and molecular mechanisms of development. II (odd years)

BIOL-L 318 Evolution (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 311. Provides a rigorous exploration of the theory of evolution-the conceptual core of biology. Topics include origins and history of life; interplay of heredity and environment in shaping adaptations; molecular, behavioral, and social evolution; patterns of speciation, extinction, and their consequences; methods of inferring evolutionary relationships among organisms. II (even years)

BIOL-L 319 Genetics Laboratory (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102. Experiments with plants, animals, bacteria, and viruses demonstrating fundamental genetic mechanisms. I (even years)

BIOL-L 323 molecular biology laboratory (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 211. Manipulation and analysis of genes and gene products. Gene amplification, cloning, Southern blots and DNA sequence analysis. Column chromatography and gel electrophoresis of nucleic acids and proteins. II

BIOL-L 350 Environmental Biology (3 cr.) P: One college-level biology course, one college chemistry course. Interactions of humans with other elements of the biosphere with emphasis on population, community, and ecosystem levels of ecology. Credit not allowed toward biology major. II (even years)

BIOL-L 369 Heredity, Evolution, and Society (3 cr.) P: One college-level biology course. Basic concepts and principles of evolution, heredity, and individual development. Problems of the individual and society raised by present and future genetic knowledge and technology. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. I

BIOL-L 391 Special Topics in Biology: tropical marine biology field study (3 cr.) P or C: BIOL-L 304. Tropical marine ecosystems are examined in detail during a 10-day trip to a field site in the Caribbean. II (even years)

BIOL-L 391 Special Topics in Biology (1-3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102 or equivalent. A detailed examination of an area within biology. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit with different topics/titles.

BIOL-L 403 Biology Seminar (1 cr.) P: Senior standing, with major in biology. Individual presentations on topics of current importance. II

BIOL-L 473 Ecology (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102, CHEM-C 106, 6 credit hours of upper-level, majors biology. Distribution and abundance of animals and plants, interactions of organisms, and the environment at levels of individual, population, and community. I (odd years)

BIOL-L 474 ecology laboratory (2 cr.) P or C: BIOL-L 473. Field and laboratory study of populations, communities, and ecosystem components through observation and measurement. I (odd years)

BIOL-L 490 Individual Study (cr. arr., 6 cr. max.) P: Written permission of faculty member supervising research is required. A written report must be completed as evidence of each semester's work. Student must present an oral report to receive more than 3 credit hours. I, II, S

BIOL-M 430 virology LECTURE (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 211. R: BIOL-L 311, BIOL-L 312. Viruses of plants, animals (including humans), and bacteria; emphasis on molecular biology of viral systems. Viruses and human disease such as cancer and AIDS; viruses and their evolution. I (odd years)

BIOL-N 190 THE NATURAL WORLD (3 cr.) Introduces students to the methods and logic of science, and helps them understand the importance of science to the development of civilization and the contemporary world. Provides a context within which to evaluate the important scientific and technological issues of modern society. Interdisciplinary elements . I, II, S

BIOL-N 200 Biology of Women (3 cr.) This course examines the biological basis for bodily functions and changes that take place throughout the life of females. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. II

BIOL-N 390 THE NATURAL WORLD (3 cr.) P: One college-level biology course. Explores an important scientific or technological issue in modern society. Applies scientific methods and interdisciplinary perspectives in an examination of the subject. Investigates the broader implications and ethical dimensions of scientific research and technological advancement.

BIOL-T 100 Biology for Elementary Teachers (5 cr.) Credit allowed for only one of BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-T 100, or PHSL-P 130. Credit not allowed toward a biology major. Fulfills School of Education requirement. Principles of biological organization from molecules through cells and organisms. Emphasis on processes common to all organisms, with special reference to humans. Laboratory emphasizes classroom practice. I, II

BIOL-Z 373 entomology (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102, BIOL-L 211. C: BIOL-Z 383. The anatomy, physiology, behavior, taxonomy, and evolution of insects. I (even years)

BIOL-Z 383 laboratory in entomology (2 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102, BIOL-L 211. C: BIOL-Z 373. Laboratory and field studies of methods of collecting, preserving, and studying insects. Intensive study of insect classification. Preparation of an insect collection required. I (even years)

BIOL-Z 460 ETHOLOGY (3 cr.) P: BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102, 6 credit hours of upper-level, majors biology. Introduction to the study of animal behavior. Emphasizes both internal and external factors involved in the causation of species-typical behavior of animals in their natural environment. II (odd years)

BUS: Business

BUS-A 202 Introduction to Managerial Accounting (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 201. Concepts and issues of management accounting, budgeting, cost determination, and analysis. I, II, S

BUS-A 205 Introduction to financial Accounting-Honors (3 cr.) P: Sophomore standing and consent of honors program director or instructor. Concepts and issues associated with corporate financial reporting; particular emphasis is placed on understanding the role of financial accounting in the economy, how different accounting methods affect financial statements, and developing a basis for life-long learning.

BUS-A 207 Introduction to Managerial Accounting-Honors (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 201 or BUS-A 205 and consent of the honors program director or instructor. Concepts and issues of management accounting, budgeting, systems, cost determination, and analysis. With computer applications. The course integrates text material with computer-generated cases and analysis.

BUS-A 311 Intermediate Accounting I (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 202. Provides students with a thorough understanding of the theoretical foundations underlying financial reporting, revenue recognition, and the matching of expenses; financial statement presentation; and accounting for assets. Course's primary objective is to give students the tools necessary to understand and execute appropriate accounting procedures. Another goal is to help students understand the process through which accounting standards are determined and to evaluate the outcomes of that process from the perspectives of managers, shareholders, auditors, and others. Students learn to assess competing accounting theories and methods from multiple perspectives. I, II, S

BUS-A 312 Intermediate Accounting II (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 311. Continuation of BUS-A 311. Provides students with a thorough understanding of accounting for long-term liabilities and debt investment, stockholders' equity, and preparation of cash-flow statements. Course's first objective is to give students the tools necessary to understand and execute appropriate accounting procedures. Course's second objective is to help students understand the process through which accounting standards are determined and to evaluate the outcomes of that process from the perspectives of managers, shareholders, auditors, and others. Students learn to assess competing accounting theories and methods from multiple perspectives. I, II

BUS-A 325 Cost Accounting (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 202. Conceptual and technical aspects of management and cost accounting. Product costing; cost control over projects and products, and profit planning. I, II, S

BUS-A 328 Introduction to Taxation (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 202. Internal Revenue code, regulations, emphasis on the philosophy of taxation including income concepts, exclusions from income, deductions, and credits. I, II

BUS-A 335 Accounting for government and not-for-profit entities (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 201. Financial management and accounting for nonprofit-seeking entities; municipal and federal government, schools, and hospitals. I, II

BUS-A 337 ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 325, BUS-K 321. Characteristics of control systems; organizational relationships; planning and control of assets, liabilities, equity, revenue and expenses. I, II

BUS-A 339 Advanced Income Tax (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 328. Internal Revenue code and regulations; advanced aspects of income, deductions, exclusions, and credits, especially as applied to tax problems of partnerships and corporations. I, II

BUS-A 424 Auditing and assurance services (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 311, BUS-A 312, BUS-A 337. Public accounting organization and operation; review of internal control including EDP systems, verification of balance sheet and operating accounts; the auditor's opinion. I, II

BUS-A 425 Contemporary Accounting Theory (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 312. Development of accounting principles, theory of income determination, and presentation of financial condition. S

BUS-A 490 Independent Study in Accounting (cr. arr.) P: BUS-Z 302 and consent of instructor.

BUS-D 300 international business administration (3 cr.) P: Junior standing, ECON-E 103, ECON-E 104 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. A general introduction to the main aspects of international business: (1) the impact of the political, economic, social, and cultural conditions in foreign countries on the conduct of business abroad; (2) the importance of supranational organizations, regional economic integration, and the foreign exchange market; and (3) the additional managerial problems of multinational companies in marketing, finance, production, strategy, and human resource management. I, II

BUS-e 490 professional practice-entrepreneurship (cr. arr.) P: BUS-W 311 and consent of instructor.

BUS-F 260 personal finance (3 cr.) Financial problems encountered in managing individual affairs; family budgeting, installment buying, insurance, home ownership, and investing in securities. No credit for juniors and seniors in the School of Business and Economics. I, II, S

BUS-F 301 Financial Management (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 201, ECON-E 104, ECON-E 270. This introductory finance course provides non-finance majors with a sound knowledge of finance that helps them in their own field and gives our finance majors a solid foundation upon which to build. The course focuses on business finance, but also incorporates investments and institutions as key elements in the financial management process. A mixture of theory and application exposes students to the financial management functions of the business enterprise. This course includes the techniques essential for financial planning, risk and return, capital budgeting, capital structure, cost of capital, bonds, stocks, and international financial management. I, II, S

BUS-F 302 Financial Decision Making (3 cr.) P: BUS-F 301, BUS-K 321. Applications of financial theory and techniques of analysis in the search for optimal solutions to financial management problems. Some of the topics covered include justification and comparison of capital budgeting techniques, foundations and applications of risk analysis, CAPM, capital structure, mergers, dividend policies, working capital management, lease analysis, international financial management, and options and futures. I

BUS-F 345 Money, Banking, and capital Markets (3 cr.) P: BUS-F 301 or consent of instructor. Study of financial markets and instruments. Includes analysis of the structure and role of the Federal Reserve System; historical development of the United States banking and financial system; issues in regulation and deregulation of financial institutions; interest rate theory; asset-liability gap management; hedging techniques using swaps, futures, and options contracts; liability-capital management; and examination of the public and private institutions of our financial system. A student may not receive credit for both BUS-F 345 and ECON-E 305. II

BUS-F 420 Investment (3 cr.) P: BUS-F 301. This survey of investments exposes students to various investment instruments and trading techniques, as well as the analysis of risk and return in formulating investment policies and constructing portfolio strategies for individuals and institutions. This course acquaints students with the behavior of securities and security markets. By improving the investment decision-making skills of students, they begin to understand the importance of developing a philosophy toward investing, diversification, and the requisite self-discipline for success. I

BUS-F 423 Topics in Investment (3 cr.) P: BUS-F 420. This course examines corporate and government securities as long-term investment media from the standpoint of both security analysts and portfolio managers. This course acquaints students with the techniques of security analysis and provides an opportunity to learn how to apply analytical approaches to select suitable securities to form and manage their own portfolio. Students are encouraged to think both analytically and objectively. They learn how to analyze and support their investment position both orally and in writing. Case analysis, supplemented by relevant readings, are part of the requirements for this course. II

BUS-F 444 Applications in Financial Management (3 cr.) P: BUS-F 301, BUS-F 302, or consent of instructor. An analytical approach to problems facing the financial executive. Cases selected cover financial decision-making processes with particular emphasis on valuation, working capital, capital budgeting, capital structure, and dividend policies. In addition, the course utilizes the computer in solving a variety of financial problems. II

BUS-F 490 Independent Study in Finance (cr. arr.) P: BUS-Z 302 and consent of instructor.

BUS-F 494 International Financial Management (3 cr.) P: BUS-F 301 or consent of instructor. Main course theme is how constraints in the international environment affect standard approaches to financial management. Environmental topics include: exchange rates, international equilibrium conditions, foreign exchange markets, and international banking. Managerial topics include: foreign exchange risk, capital budgeting difficulties, financing in international markets, multiple tax jurisdictions, and multinational accounting. II

BUS-J 401 Administrative Policy (3 cr.) P: BUS-D 300, BUS-F 301, BUS-K 321, BUS-M 301, BUS-P 301, BUS-Z 302. Administration of business organizations; policy formulation, organization, methods, and executive control. I, II, S

BUS-J 404 Business and Society (3 cr.) P: Junior standing. Major ethical theories are examined, providing a basis for analyzing ethical behavior in the business environment. Such issues as economic competition, discriminatory practices, manipulation of power, environmental conservation, and organizational cultures are investigated. II

BUS-K 201 The Computer in Business (3 cr.) This computer skills course introduces students to digital computers (hardware and software), file management, the Internet, and extensive business application software-specifically spreadsheet, database management systems, communication packages, and a statistical software program. Students cannot receive credit for CSCI-A 106 if taken after completion of BUS-K 201. I, II, S

BUS-K 301 enterprise resource planning (3 cr.) The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) field to the students. Topics covered include principles of enterprise resource management, the history of ERP, and differences between function-oriented enterprise management and process-oriented management. The course covers issues related to planning and implementation of ERP systems. In addition to the technical issues associated with project implementation, the course addresses organizational and managerial issues of successful ERP implementation. Finally, students are exposed to the latest developments in application and extension of ERP systems. Students are exposed to a leading ERP package (SAP R/3) and its functional features. I

BUS-K 302 INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT SCIENCE (3 cr.) P: BUS-K 201 or equivalent. Introductory management science; a forecasting component comprises approximately 25 percent of the course. Topics covered include multiple regression, smoothing techniques, linear programming, integer programming, statistical decision theory, simulation, and network analysis; coverage may also include inventory theory, Markov processes, and goal programming. Heavy emphasis is placed on the application of these topics to business decision making using computers. II

BUS-K 321 Management Information Systems (3 cr.) P: BUS-K 201. The objective of the course is to provide the students with a framework for understanding the structure, development, and management of computer-based information systems, which can support a wide variety of organizational functions and decisions at various levels. Acquisition, control, and management of computer-based information systems. Data modeling and database management systems, management information systems, decision-support systems, functional applications of M.I.S., data communications, and office automation. I, II

BUS-L 201 Legal Environment of Business (3 cr.) P: Sophomore standing. Nature of basic legal concepts and trends in law. Emphasis on legal rights and duties related to the operation of business enterprises. Credit not given for both BUS-L 201 and BUS-L 203. I, II, S

BUS-L 203 Commercial Law I (3 cr.) P: Sophomore standing. Law of business organizations and their liabilities (tort, antitrust, agency, partnership, and corporation law). Designed for accounting majors and others intending also to take BUS-L 303 to attain a rather broad and detailed knowledge of commercial law. Credit not given for both BUS-L 201 and BUS-L 203. I, II

BUS-L 303 Commercial Law II (3 cr.) P: BUS-L 203 (BUS-L 201 may be accepted with consent of department). Law of ownership, contracts, sale and financing of goods, real and personal property, commercial paper, and secured transactions. For accounting majors and others desiring a rather broad and detailed knowledge of commercial law. I, II, S

BUS-M 301 Introduction to Marketing Management (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 201, BUS-A 202, ECON-E 103, ECON-E 104, ECON-E 270. Overview of marketing for all undergraduates. Marketing planning and decision making examined from firm's point of view; marketing concept and its companywide implications; integration of marketing with other functions. Market structure and behavior and their relationship to marketing strategy. Marketing system viewed in terms of both public and private policy in a pluralistic society. I, II, S

BUS-M 303 Marketing Decision Making (3 cr.) P: BUS-M 301 or consent of instructor. Methods of decision making for marketing management. Development and functioning of managerial systems; formal tools of decision making. Collection and analysis of marketing data, viewed in context of a management information system. Provides common analytical framework for later courses treating specialized marketing aspects. I, II, S

BUS-M 401 International Marketing (3 cr.) P: BUS-M 301. Surveys the strategic marketing planning factors facing domestic marketing managers operating in the multinational environment. Focuses on the importance of cultural dynamics and legal, political, geographic, and environmental factors. Identifies characteristics of markets in various stages of development. Contrasts domestic product, pricing, promotion, and distribution policies with those practiced by international marketers. Provides a foundation for students interested in exploring international opportunities. I, II

BUS-M 405 Buyer Behavior (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 302, BUS-M 301, or consent of instructor. Buyer behavior relevant to marketing decisions. Logic of market segmentation, recognizing customer heterogeneity. Buyer behavior analyzed in terms of the decision-making process and models of individual and aggregate behavior. Specific attention given to consumer behavior in retail markets and to procurement behavior in industrial markets. I, II

BUS-M 415 Advertising and Promotion Management (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 302, BUS-M 301, or consent of instructor. Basic advertising and sales promotion concepts. The design, management, and integration of a firm's promotional strategy. Public policy aspects and the role of advertising in marketing communications in different cultures. Students must take BUS-M 415 in the fall semester to enroll in BUS-M 418 in the spring semester. I, II

BUS-M 418 Advertising Strategy (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 302, BUS-M 415, or consent of instructor. Major managerial problems of promotion administration; advertising research, agency relationships, media concepts and strategy, appropriations and budgets, evaluation, coordination, regulation, and campaign planning. Students must take BUS-M 415 in the fall semester to enroll in BUS-M 418 in the spring semester. II

BUS-M 419 Retail management (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 302, BUS-M 301, or consent of instructor. Management in retail and wholesale institutions; parallel and comparative treatment given to basic management problems and techniques relevant to both institutions. Basic marketing management variables, location and physical facilities, inventories, purchasing, pricing, and promotion. II

BUS-M 426 Sales Management (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 302, BUS-M 301, or consent of instructor. Management of the field sales force. Basic sales management concepts include organization and staffing, allocation of effort, and control and evaluation. A portion of the course is devoted to the special problems of selling in nonconsumer markets. I

BUS-M 450 Marketing Strategy (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 302, BUS-M 301, one advanced marketing course, and senior standing; ideally taken in student's last semester. Elective capstone course for marketing majors. Draws on and integrates materials previously taken. Focuses on decision problems in marketing strategy, and policy design and application of analytical tools for marketing decision making. Includes small business applications. II

BUS-M 490 Special Studies in Marketing (cr. arr.) P: BUS-Z 302. Supervised individual study and research work. Open to qualified students by consent of instructor. I, II, S

BUS-P 301 Operations Management (3 cr.) P: Junior standing and ECON-E 270, BUS-K 321. Role of production in a business enterprise; basic types of production processes used in industry. Emphasis on application of economic principles and analytical techniques to decisions made by operations managers of any business. I, II, S

BUS-P 490 Independent Study in Operations Management and Industrial Engineering (cr. arr.) P: BUS-Z 302 or consent of instructor. For production majors with a career interest in some area of production other than industrial engineering. Literature or field study in student's special field of interest. Written report required.

BUS-S 307 DATA MANAGEMENT (3 cr.) P: BUS-K 321. Improves students understanding of, and develops their skills in, the design and implementation of business databases using modern database management systems. The course covers data structures and the conceptual, logical, and physical design of databases, as well as database implementation and general issues in business data management. I, II

BUS-S 310 SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN (3 cr.) P: BUS-F 301, BUS-M 301, BUS-P 301; BUS-S 307 or concurrent. Analysis of an organization, and the subsequent design of computer systems to meet business requirements, are at the heart of the computer information systems field. This is the first in a two-course sequence with BUS-S 410 that addresses the multi-phased process for developing information systems. Courses follow the system's development life cycle, although alternative methodologies are also covered. This first course covers the phases from information systems planning through the specification of structured system requirements in functional form (i.e., logical system design) and concentrates on methods, techniques, and tools used to determine information requirements and to document these requirements in a thorough and unambiguous form. Also introduces computer-aided software engineering technology. Students learn the discipline of systems analysis and logical design through a hypothetical case situation. I, II

BUS-S 410 SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATION (3 cr.) P: BUS-S 310. Effective development of an information system depends on proper utilization of a broad range of information technology, including database management systems, operating systems, computer systems, and telecommunications networks. The second course in a two-course sequence with BUS-S 310 that addresses the multi-phased process for developing information systems, this course covers the phases from physical system design through the installation of working information systems. The course concentrates on using the results of systems analysis and design, typically documented in CASE technology, and either building or generating systems to meet these specifications. A semester-long field project and various hands-on exercises provide practical experience in building, testing, and installing a system. I

BUS-S 435 ADVANCED TOPICS IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (3 cr.) P: BUS-K 321 and consent of the department chairperson. Variable topics course; topics offered depend upon student interest and faculty interest and expertise. Possible topics include telecommunications and networking, advanced systems development methods, data administration, and management of the information systems function. II

BUS-W 100 Business Administration: Introduction (3 cr.) Business administration from the standpoint of a manager of a business firm operating in the contemporary economic, political, and social environment. Students are encouraged to take this course during their freshman year. No credit for juniors and seniors or for students when taken concurrently with, or after, 300- or 400-level business and economics or SPEA courses. I, II, S

BUS-W 311 New Venture Creation (3 cr.) P: Junior standing. Primarily for those interested in creating a new business venture or acquiring an existing business. Covers such areas as choice of a legal form, problems of the closely held firm, sources of funds, and preparation of a business plan. I

BUS-W 406 Venture Growth Management (3 cr.) P: Junior standing. For students interested in managing smaller, growth-oriented, businesses. Covers such areas as business strategy, acquisition, ethics, and succession. II

BUS-W 408 Practicum in Small Business (3 cr.) P: BUS-W 311 or BUS-W 406 and BUS-Z 302, or consent of instructor. Application of theory, knowledge, and techniques learned in previous business courses in analyzing actual business problems and in offering recommendations for their solutions. Students are assigned to small businesses in the local or nearby communities. I, II

BUS-W 430 Organizations and Organizational Change (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 302. Analysis and development of organizational theories. Environmental dependencies, socio-technical systems, structural design, and control of the performance of complex systems. Issues in organizational change such as appropriateness of intervention strategies and techniques, barriers to change, organizational analysis, and evaluation of formal change programs. I, II

BUS-W 490 Independent Study in Business Administration (cr. arr.) P: BUS-Z 302 and consent of instructor.

BUS-X 310 Business Career Planning and Placement (1 cr.) Assists students in obtaining positions consistent with career goals. Career planning, organized employment campaign, job application methods, interview, initial conduct on job. Includes addresses by prominent business persons. Also open to juniors and seniors of other schools. I, II

BUS-Z 302 Managing and Behavior in Organizations (3 cr.) P: PSY-P 103, SOC-S 161, and junior standing. Overview of management for all undergraduates. Integrates management functions and organizational behavior. Applies concepts and research to develop understanding and improve performance of individuals, groups, and organizations. Students who complete both BUS-Z 301 and BUS-W 301 cannot receive credit for BUS-Z 302. I, II, S

BUS-Z 404 EFFECTIVE NEGOTIATIONS (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 440. Study of collective bargaining as a broad construct which includes labor history and labor legislation, employee relations, employment involvement, work rules, discipline, complaint resolution, union organizing, unfair labor practices, negotiating strategies and practices, strikes, lockouts, and boycotts. I

BUS-Z 440 Human Resources Management (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 302. Nature of manpower development and utilization in modern organizations. Establishment and operation of a total manpower program. Includes recruitment, selection, training and development, performance appraisal, reward systems, benefit programs, role of personnel department, and role of government. I, II

BUS-Z 441 Compensation and Benefits (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 440 and ECON-E 270. Study of external labor markets, wage and salary administration, employee benefits, wage and hour laws, performance appraisal in pay determination, and performance management. Examination of federal and professional guidelines regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, and other issues as they affect compensation and benefits. II

BUS-Z 444 Selection and Development (3 cr.) P: BUS-Z 440, ECON-E 270. Study of the selection process including human resources planning, validation, recruitment, selection, and performance appraisal for validation. Study of development including training and performance management. Examination of federal and professional guidelines regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, fair treatment of the disabled, and other issues as they affect selection and development. I

BUS-Z 490 Independent Study in Personnel Management and Organizational Behavior (cr. arr.) P: BUS-Z 302, for senior personnel students with consent of instructor. Research, analysis, and discussion of current topics. Written report required.

BUSB: Graduate Business

BUSB-A 501 Survey of Financial Accounting and Reporting (3 cr.) The course examines concepts underlying accounting including the construction, analysis, and use of financial statements. Of particular interest are the implications of accounting method choices on managerial decisions and the relationship of accounting to economics, finance, and other business disciplines. Satisfactory achievement on a placement examination may exempt one from this course.

BUSB-A 502 Managerial Price Theory (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A. or equivalent or permission of instructor. Application of microeconomic analysis to business decisions in forecasting, pricing, market development, competitive situations, profits, product demand, and costs. The objective is to provide a theoretical economic basis of thought to further competent decision making.

BUSB-A 503 Statistical Applications (3 cr.) P: BUSB-A 511. Statistical applications is a graduate-level one-semester survey of major statistical techniques used in business and economics. The course has three primary objectives; (1) to familiarize students with the basic techniques, methodologies, and theories of statistical analysis; (2) to acquaint students with the various applications of statistical analysis to business problems; and (3) to impress upon students the role that computers and specialized software play in statistical analysis. Students achieve these objectives through class lectures, cases, hands-on group and individual projects, and a wide variety of problems which are worked in class and on examinations.

BUSB-A 504 Management Information Systems (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A. or equivalent. The object of this course is to provide an overview of issues in a successful implementation and operation of business information systems. The coverage includes: strategic relevance of information technology (IT), management of IT resources, e-business and communication infrastructures, software and hardware characteristics, and end-user computing characteristics.

BUSB-A 511 Mathematical Tools in Business (3 cr.) Designed to provide the student who has little or no undergraduate background in statistics, calculus, or finite mathematics with at least minimum competence in some of the basic quantitative skills necessary for analytical work in business administration. Satisfactory achievement on a placement examination may exempt one from this course.

BUSB-A 514 Survey of Economics (3 cr.) Foundation course in economics, designed for students who have not taken a year of introductory economics, or whose background is inadequate for advanced course work in economics. Covers both microeconomics and macroeconomics. This course is designed for ‘‘common body of knowledge'' purposes. Satisfactory achievement on a placement examination may exempt one from this course.

BUSB-A 525 Advanced Financial Accounting Theory and Practice (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 312. The course examines emerging issues facing business entities and the accountancy profession. Some of these issues include those facing the Emerging Issues Task Force of the Financial Accounting Standards Board. Research of these issues via electronic and alternative media is an integral part of the course. Development of accounting principles, theory and practice of income determination and financial condition, specialized industries' accounting practices, special accounting problems in various entity forms, and consolidated financial statements.

BUSB-A 530 Advanced Auditing Practice (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 424. This course examines the concepts related to auditing in computerized environments. It also reviews changes in the audit environment and new approaches to auditing. Finally, the course examines some of the assurance services with the objective of preparing students for issues they might encounter in the future, rather than for the types of services that are common now. The primary emphasis in the course is on understanding the concepts of, and approaches to, audit and assurance services; and on developing skills to apply the underlying concepts and approaches to professional services.

BUSB-A 531 consulting and strategic cost management (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 325 or BUSB-F 503. Analysis of costs, performance, and capital investment data for strategic decision making. Covers strategic product positioning, value chain analysis, and activity-based management and costing. Students extend their knowledge of cost and management accounting from the operational to the strategic level through extensive case analysis. Consulting (both internal and external) and managerial accounting. Business cases with the student advising the firm on certain strategic decisions. Topics include strategic cost analysis, target costing, activity-based management, cost-of-quality analysis, nonfinancial performance measurements, and management control systems.

BUSB-A 539 Advanced Tax Topics (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 328. This course examines a number of advanced tax topics. Students are introduced to the income taxation of estates and trusts. Other advanced tax planning areas covered include federal gift and estate taxation. Tax law sources such as the Internal Revenue Code, treasury regulations, and court cases are explored. Research of federal tax issues via electronic and alternative media and the preparation of a comprehensive tax return project utilizing the most current computerized tax applications are an integral part of this course.

BUSB-A 545 International Accounting Practice (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 312. This course discusses issues in international accounting. Topics of interest include currency translation, comparative accounting and harmonization issues, international financial reporting issues, international financial analysis, international management accounting control issues, international taxation, and international auditing issues.

BUSB-A 564 interpretation and analysis of financial statements (3 cr.) P: BUS-A 312. This course provides students with the skills necessary to understand, analyze, evaluate, and use the information available in corporate financial reports. Investigates corporate financial statements and related disclosures primarily from the perspective of financial statement users. Consideration of issues faced by corporate managers as they design reporting strategy.

BUSB-A 591 Advanced Independent Study (cr. arr.) For students who wish to investigate specific technical or theoretical topics in accounting, as agreed upon by the student, instructor, and program director.

BUSB-B 502 Organizational Behavior I (3 cr.) A survey of major concepts relating to personality, learning perception, motivation, leadership, and group dynamics. Some emphasis also is placed on an analysis of organizational structures, management of change, and organizational cultures. Satisfactory achievement on a placement examination may exempt one from this course.

BUSB-B 503 leadership and change (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A.. Role of the leader in responding to changing conditions and achieving sustainable competitive advantage via proud employees, loyal customers, and responsive systems. Leadership at the small group and executive levels is examined, using experiential learning and a team study of an actual organization.

BUSB-C 502 The Legal and Ethical Environment of Business (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A. or equivalent. This is a survey of the legal environment within which business decisions are made. There is an examination of both the regulatory and ethical environment that affect the firm. The focus is upon the law of business organizations, including such areas as corporate securities, labor, employment discrimination, agency and tort law. Other areas that have an impact upon the firm, such as the international legal environment, are mentioned. Special attention is given to the impact that business firms have upon society, including the ethical questions in the legal regulation of business.

BUSB-D 501 Management of Marketing (3 cr.) P: BUSB-A 514. An overview of the managerial process of analysis, planning, implementation, and control of marketing programs in a competitive environment to enhance customer value and satisfaction. Analyzing market opportunity, selecting target markets, and developing and implementing marketing strategies. Satisfactory achievement on a placement examination may exempt one from this course.

BUSB-D 502 Financial Management (3 cr.) P: BUSB-A 501, BUSB-A 503, BUSB-A 514, or equivalent. An investigation of the theory of finance. The principal objective of this investigation is to improve the business manager's ability to handle, with intelligence, the various financial problems confronting businesses of all sizes. Some of the topics covered include objectives of financial management, time value of money, risk analysis, CAPM, capital budgeting, cost of capital, cash flow analysis and multinational financial management. Satisfactory achievement on a placement examination may exempt one from this course.

BUSB-D 503 Production Management (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A.. Production/operations management is concerned with the basic concepts, the interrelationships, and interfaces of mathematics models; design and process capability; flow processes as related to material flows, location of facilities, and product-line design; microproduction systems; the design and management of capacity; standards in work design, production, and quality; production and inventory management; and all associated interrelated systems of logistics and inventory control; supply chain management, process strategy, and capacity planning, material requirement planning (MRP), and management planning models.

BUSB-E 510 Business Policy (3 cr.) P: Phase I, II, and III of M.B.A. (except electives). This is the capstone course for the M.B.A. program. An investigation of the foundations of managerial decision-making strategy. This emphasis is infused with traditional administration theory and contemporary organization theory. Included are such critical factors as a topology of policy decision, models of various decisional processes, the basis of its decisional power and its generation, and international business ventures.

BUSB-F 503 Management Accounting Concepts (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A.. The focus of the course is on using accounting information to help managers make more informed decisions. To achieve this goal, costs and their importance, along with several decision-making tools are covered. Decision-making tools covered include activity-based-management, budgeting, standard costing, variance analysis, cost-volume-profit analysis, performance measurement and incentives, etc.

BUSB-F 506 Management of International Operations (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A. or equivalent. The particular environmental and managerial problems of international business. The course covers some theoretical issues in economic development, direct foreign investment, cultural differences, and international trade. Managerial topics include the impact of political, economic, and sociocultural conditions on the conduct of businesses abroad and the necessary adaptations in corporate strategy, marketing, production, finance, and human resource management.

BUSB-F 508 Management of Promotion (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A. or equivalent and BUSB-A 502. Examination of the basic principles of the promotional mix/Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC). Topics considered include the following: the choice of appropriate methods to achieve desired promotional tasks; promotional strategy; effective execution of promotional programs; selection of advertising media; determination of the promotional appropriation; assessing advertising/promotion effectiveness.

BUSB-F 509 Buyer Behavior (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A. or equivalent. Advanced study of the behavior of buyers of goods and services. Topics include the following: buyer needs and wants; buyer decision making; market segmentation; cultural, social, psychological, and economic influences on behavior.

BUSB-F 512 Advanced Administration Theory (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A.. An investigation of the political nature of organizations, the sources of organizational authority, the nature and motives of authority, and the types of power and status.

BUSB-F 514 Investment Management (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A.. A blend of theory and description, including consideration of the capital markets and investment instruments. Investment management begins with an understanding of how to invest and how to make investment decisions. This course further exposes students to the analytical techniques of securities selection, examines the process of forming their own portfolio by finding suitable securities, and instructs them how to manage this portfolio. Students should learn to think analytically and objectively in emulation of a professional investment manager. Allocation of investment capital and evaluation of the performances of the investment portfolio, is part of the investment process that students learn.

BUSB-F 515 Marketing Analysis and Problem Solving (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A. or equivalent. A study of the process by which research of the marketplace results in improved marketing decision making. Steps taken by researchers from defining the management problem to presenting results.

BUSB-F 517 Financial Markets and Institutions (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A.. Study of the aggregation and distribution of financial resources. Includes analysis of the money and capital markets, financial instruments and securities, interest rate theory, and the public and private institutions of our financial system.

BUSB-F 520 Seminar in Business (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A.. Small seminar courses designating specialized areas of study such as: total quality management, financial reporting, business ethics, directed economic research projects, international finance, sales management, accounting, finance/tax strategy, and entrepreneurship.

BUSB-F 523 MANAGERIAL DECISION-MAKING MODELS (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A.. Analysis and application of management science models in a business and managerial decision-making environment. Emphasis is placed on how these models are applied and interpreted by a decision maker in a wide variety of business and managerial settings. Topics include linear and nonlinear programming, integer programming, goal programming, and dynamic programming, among others.

BUSB-F 530 international finance (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A. or equivalent. Introduction to both the macro and the micro aspects of international finance. This course covers topics in the international financial environment such as the foreign exchange markets, balance of payments, and international financial equilibrium relationships. Topics in international corporate finance include exchange risk management, multinational capital budgeting, and trade finance.

BUSB-F 533 Communication Skills (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A.. Skills and techniques for successfully communicating with clients, personnel, and the public; analysis and application of communication strategies; oral presentation skills, listening skills, writing skills; professional reports content and presentation; multimedia technology aids for effective communications; developing and implementing communication plans and strategies, content, and approach; different types of focused communication contexts; nonverbal and verbal messages; adjusting attitudes with communications; overcoming communication barriers.

BUSB-F 538 leadership, negotiation, and human resource management (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A. program. Assessment, learning, analysis, practice, and application of leadership skills, self-awareness, time and stress management, delegation and empowerment, power and influence, motivation, problem solving, creativity and innovation, interpersonal communication, negotiation, conflict management, and teamwork. I, II

BUSB-F 542 STRATEGIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (3 cr.) P: Phase I of M.B.A. or equivalent. Study of financial concepts and strategies that maximize the value of the firm. Topics include incorporation of financial forecasting, capital budgeting, capital structure analysis, mergers and acquisitions, financial instruments, lease financing, stock dividends, risk analysis, etc., and case studies.

BUSB-F 590 Independent Study (cr. arr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A., permission of instructor, and approval of the program director. For students who wish to pursue special research problems in their M.B.A. program. Student is limited to one independent study course.

BUSB-G 513 Personnel Management (3 cr.) P: Phase I and II of M.B.A.. An examination of the organization and administration of the personnel function. Deals with the relations of the personnel department to operating departments. Appraisal of personnel practices and policies.

BUSB-K 501 computer skills for management (1 cr.) The emphasis in the course is on effective design and use of spreadsheets and database management programs to assist managers in the decision making process. Students are expected to become proficient with the basic to advanced features and functions of spreadsheet and database management programs. Topics include: what-if analysis, financial and decision making functions, graphical interpretation of data, select and action queries, custom forms, and custom reports.

BUSB-K 505 management of information technology projects (3 cr.) P: BUSB-D 503, BUSB-F 523, and CSCI-A 510. The course provides in-depth knowledge and training in the management of information technology projects. After completing this course, students should know what must be done to complete small or large information technology projects and possess skills in the tools employed in information technology project management.

BUSB-K 506 web site development techniques (3 cr.) P: CSCI-A 505. The course provides students with knowledge and skills in the development of Web sites to support electronic commerce. The emphasis in the course is on effective design and implementation issues related to Web applications for business. Students are expected to become conversant with the tools and techniques used by builders of Web sites. Topics include the technology of the Internet, core network protocols, agents, commerce client technology, and system design principles, among others.

BUSB-K 507 enterprise resource planning (3 cr.) P: BUSB-A 501, BUSB-D 501, BUSB-D 502, BUSB-D 503, and BUSB-F 523. Provides an overview of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) field to students. Topics covered include principles of enterprise resource management, history of ERP, and differences between function-oriented enterprise management and process-oriented management. It covers issues related to planning and implementation of ERP systems. An ERP software (SAP R/3) is used throughout the course to analyze various issues.

BUSB-K 510 decision support systemS (3 cr.) P: CSCI-A 510 and BUSB-F 523. The course provides in-depth knowledge and training in adapting a variety of tools and techniques to develop decision support systems in support of complex decision problems.

BUSB-K 515 electronic commerce (3 cr.) P: CSCI-A 510 and BUSB-K 506. The course provides the technical, legal, and business concepts and skills required to manage a firm's activities related to doing business via computer networks. Primary emphasis is on assuring that students understand the full spectrum of issues related to e-commerce.

BUSB-K 520 business process reengineering using it (3 cr.) P: BUSB-K 505 and BUSB-K 510. The course demonstrates, directly and by case studies, the relationships between business process and information systems, human resources, and organizational capabilities that support the performance of processes.

BUSB-K 585 seminar in management of information technologies I (3 cr.) P: BUSB-K 510 and BUSB-K 520. This advanced seminar addresses important current topics on a variable basis. Possible topics include: artificial intelligence and intelligent agents, data warehouse and mining, groupware, human-computer interaction, information systems effectiveness, interorganizational systems, knowledge management, managerial and organizational cognition, strategic information systems, virtual organizations and emergent communities, design of distributed systems, enterprise architecture, global information technology, neural networks, simulation, and software engineering.

CHEM: Chemistry

CHEM-C 102 ELEMENTARY CHEMISTRY II (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121 or one year of high school chemistry with a grade of C or higher. Introduction to organic and biochemistry, organic compounds and their reactions. Lecture and discussion. CHEM-C 102 may not be substituted for CHEM-C 106 or CHEM-C 341. I, II, S

CHEM-C 105 PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY I (3 cr.) P: One year of high school chemistry or CHEM-C 101; MATH-M 107 or Level 4 on the mathematics placement examination; CHEM-C 125 concurrently. Basic principles, including stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, properties of inorganic compounds. Lecture and discussion. Credit given for only one of the courses CHEM-C 100, CHEM-C 101, CHEM-C 105, CHEM-N 190. I, II

CHEM-C 106 PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY II (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 125; CHEM-C 126 concurrently. Solution equilibria, thermodynamics, kinetics. Lecture and discussion. Credit given for only one of the courses CHEM-C 102, CHEM-C 106. II

CHEM-C 120 CHEMISTRY LABORATORY (2 cr.) P or concurrent: CHEM-N 190. Laboratory component of CHEM-N 190. Experiments illustrating chemical principles and their applications to biology, the environment, and health. Laboratory and laboratory lecture. Credit given for only one of the courses CHEM-C 120, CHEM-C 121, CHEM-C 125. I, II, S

CHEM-C 121 ELEMENTARY CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I (2 cr.) P or concurrent: CHEM-C 101. Laboratory component of CHEM-C 101. Introduction to the techniques and reasoning of experimental chemistry experiments illustrating principles of chemistry. Laboratory and laboratory lecture. Credit given for only one of the courses CHEM-C 120, CHEM-C 121, CHEM-C 125. I, II, S

CHEM-C 125 EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY I (2 cr.) P: CHEM-C 105 concurrently. Laboratory component of CHEM-C 105. Emphasis on the collection and use of experimental data, properties of solutions, stoichiometry, and synthesis. Laboratory and laboratory lecture. Credit given for only one of the courses CHEM-C 120, CHEM-C 121, CHEM-C 125. I, II

CHEM-C 126 EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II (2 cr.) P: CHEM-C 125; CHEM-C 106 concurrently. Laboratory component of CHEM-C 106. Emphasis on equilibria, thermodynamics, qualitative analysis, acids and bases, electrochemistry, and chemical kinetics. Laboratory and laboratory lecture. II

CHEM-C 208 PROBLEMS AND REPORTS (1-3 cr.) P: One semester in chemistry. Laboratory, independent reading, and consultation with faculty advisor to be arranged. Intended for students who wish to investigate a topic related to chemistry and its applications. I, II, S

CHEM-C 301 CHEMISTRY SEMINAR 1 (1 cr.) P: Senior standing. Independent study and reading with emphasis on basic chemistry and interdisciplinary applications. Oral and written research reports and discussions by students and faculty. II

CHEM-C 310 ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (4 cr.) P: CHEM-C 341, MATH-M 125; P or Concurrent CHEM-C 361. Fundamental analytical process, including solution equilibria, electrochemical theory and applications, and chemical methods of separation and measurement. Lecture and laboratory. I

CHEM-C 335 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY (1 cr.) P or concurrent: CHEM-C 430. Laboratory component of CHEM-C 430. Preparation of inorganic and organometallic compounds illustrating special and advanced techniques, including characterization by modern physical methods. Laboratory. II

CHEM-C 341 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I LECTURES (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 126. Chemistry of carbon compounds, including aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons and some of the major classes of monofunctional compounds, nomenclature, molecular structure, and shape with an introduction to spectra; reactions, mechanisms, and syntheses. Lecture and discussion. Credit given for only one of the courses CHEM-C 341, CHEM-C 102. I

CHEM-C 342 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II LECTURES (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 341. Continuation of CHEM-C 341, to include biologically important organic compounds and those of interest in research and industry. Lecture and discussion. II

CHEM-C 343 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I LABORATORY (2 cr.) P or concurrent: CHEM-C 341. Laboratory component of CHEM-C 341. Laboratory instruction in fundamental techniques of organic chemistry; introduction to the preparation, separation, and identification of organic compounds, including chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. Laboratory and laboratory lecture. I

CHEM-C 344 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II LABORATORY (2 cr.) P: CHEM-C 343; P or concurrent: CHEM-C 342. Laboratory component of CHEM-C 342. Preparation, separation, and identification of organic compounds, extended to more advanced techniques and classes of reactions and compounds not used in CHEM-C 343. Laboratory and laboratory lecture. II

CHEM-C 361 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY OF BULK MATTER (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 126, MATH-M 216, PHYS-P 222. Chemical thermodynamics, introduction to kinetic theory, chemical kinetics. Lecture and discussion. I

CHEM-C 362 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY OF MOLECULES (4 cr.) P: CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 126, MATH-M 216, PHYS-P 222, MATH-M 301 or MATH-M 311. Introduction to quantum chemistry, structure and spectra of atoms and molecules, introduction to statistical thermodynamics. This course includes laboratory exercises in physical chemistry, covering the material of CHEM-C 361 and CHEM-C 362. Lecture, discussion, and laboratory. II

CHEM-C 390 SPECIAL TOPICS (1-5 cr.) This course provides a forum for discussing topics in chemistry that are in addition to those in the basic curriculum. For example, Clinical Biotechnology (3 cr.) A basic introduction and ideal starter course for both non-science and science majors interested in technology involved in clinical testing. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic testing, method development, and their applications in different settings, including the hospital laboratory, and both biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Course content includes lectures, hands-on laboratory experience, guest speakers, and field trips to working clinical laboratories. Lecture and laboratory. I

CHEM-C 409 CHEMICAL RESEARCH (1-5 cr. each semester, 10 cr. maximum) For outstanding students. To be elected only after consultation with a faculty advisor. Cannot be substituted for any course required in a chemistry major. A research thesis is required. I, II, S

CHEM-C 410 PRINCIPLES OF CHEMICAL INSTRUMENTATION (4 cr.) P: CHEM-C 310, CHEM-C 361. Theory and practice of modern analytical methods, including electro-analytical techniques, quantitative spectrophotometry, magnetic methods, extraction, and chromatography. Lecture and laboratory. II

CHEM-C 430 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 361 and CHEM-C 362. C: CHEM-C 335. Structural inorganic chemistry, coordination compounds, mechanisms of inorganic reactions, organometallics. II

CHEM-C 443 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 3 (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 342, CHEM-C 361; P or concurrent: CHEM-C 362. A further development of the structure and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds. Topics include molecular orbital theory, reactions of cabonyl compounds, concerted reactions, and approaches to elucidating mechanisms. Lecture and discussion. II

CHEM-C 470 POLYMER CHEMISTRY (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 343, CHEM-C 361. Introduction to the fundamental principles of polymer chemistry. Includes historical development; mechanisms and kinetics of radical, ionic, and coordination polymerization; classification of polymers; systhesis, characterization, and testing of polymers; polymer applications in fibers, elastomers, coatings, and engineering plastics. II (even years)

CHEM-C 484 Biomolecules and Catabolism (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 342, one biological sciences course Structure and function of cellular components and the generation of phosphate-bond energy. Lecture and discussion. Credit not given for both CHEM-C 484 and CHEM-C 483. I

CHEM-C 485 Biosynthesis and Physiology (3 cr.) P: CHEM-C 483 or CHEM-C 484. Biosynthetic pathways, expression of genetic information, molecular physiology. Lecture. II

CHEM-C 486 BioLOGICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY (2 cr.) P or concurrent: CHEM-C 483 or CHEM-C 484. Laboratory experience in biochemistry, including experiments in protein purification, electrophoresis, column and gas chromatography, biotechnology, molecular biology, enzyme kinetics, clinical chemistry, and ELISAs. Laboratory and laboratory lecture. I

CHEM-C 490 INDIVIDUAL STUDY (1-3 cr.) For students desiring to pursue a course of independent study in a selected topic. To be elected only after consultation with a faculty advisor. I, II, S

CHEM-N 190 The natural world (3 cr.) Introduces students to the methods and logic of science, and helps them understand the importance of science to the development of civilization and the contemporary world. Provides a context within which to evaluate the important scientific and technological issues of modern society. Interdisciplinary elements . I, II, S

CHEM-T 105 PHYSICAL SCIENCE FOR ELEMENTARY TEACHERS (4 cr.) P: MATH-T 101, MATH-T 102, MATH-T 103. Principles of physical science with focus on elementary chemistry and physics. Laboratory, demonstration, and exploration enrich course material which is designed at developing the expertise needed for success in the elementary school classroom. Does not satisfy the campuswide Natural World general education nor the science requirement in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. I, II

CHEM-Y 398 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE IN CHEMISTRY (1-6 cr.) P: Approval of major department and the professional practice program. Designed to provide opportunities for students to receive credit for career-related, full-time work. Evaluation by employer and undergraduate advisor. Course credit may count as elective hours in the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts in chemistry majors. I, II, S