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Biology
	BIOL 496 - Independent Study in Biology Credits: 1–4 Independent study of a selected field in biology under the direction of a biology instructor. A minimum of 4 hours work per week is required for each credit earned and a written paper is required. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Instructor permission required. Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 497 - Internship in Biotechnology Credits: 1–6 An internship where students apply course and lab preparation in an extended hands-on laboratory experience in either on- or off-campus setting. 50 hours of work per semester credit hour. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of biotechnology faculty. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 516 - Behavior of Marine Organisms Credits: 3.5 Study of inter- and intra-specific behavior of marine animals and their behavioral response to the physical environment. Involves lab experience, field observation, and a research project. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Special Approval: Instructor permission required. Offering: Summer, as scheduled, only at the Rosario Beach Marine Laboratory College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 520 - Molecular and Developmental Neurobiology Credits: 2 A seminar course that deals in depth with current and relevant issues in the areas of molecular and developmental neurobiology. Weekly: 2 lectures Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Offering: Fall, as scheduled College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 530 - Molecular Laboratory Techniques Credits: 3 Acquaints students with modern lab techniques of molecular biology. The manipulation and study of nucleic acids and proteins using model systems involving plant-microbe interactions. Weekly: 1 lecture and 2 labs $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring, even years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 550 - Issues in Origins and Speciation Credits: 3 A comparative survey of the assumptions, attitudes, methods, and conclusions of science and religion in the handling of data. Attention is given to current scientific data and their relationship to an understanding of earth history and the present diversity of life. Weekly: 3 lectures Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 590 - Topics in __________ Credits: 1–4 Investigates various specialties of biology. One-hour lecture or a 3-hour lab for each credit Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: As scheduled College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 648 - Workshop Credits: 1–4 Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Workshop College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 655 - Program Continuation Credits: 0 Students may register for this non-credit continuation course to maintain active status. For additional information on active status, refer to the Graduate Academic Policies. Registration does not indicate full-time status. $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 660 - Thesis Continuation Credits: 0 Student may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) courses with advisor approval only. Registration for this title indicates full-time status. $ - Course or lab fee Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 670 - Comprehensive Exam Credits: 0 Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 681 - Research Methods and Biology Seminar I Credits: 2 An introduction to graduate studies in biology, the nature and methods of science, principles of research ethics, and exploration of research opportunities in the Department of Biology. Attendance to all biology department seminars is required. Weekly: 2 lectures Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Schedule Type: Seminar Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 682 - Research Methods and Biology Seminar II Credits: 2 In this second semester of Research Methods and Biology Seminar, graduate students survey current literature and prepare a formal research proposal. Students give an oral presentation of the research proposal at the end of the semester. Attendance to all biology department seminars is required. Weekly: 2 lectures Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Schedule Type: Seminar Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 690 - Independent Study Credits: 1–4 Independent study in biology under the direction of the instructor. Consent of instructor required. Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 697 - Research in Biology Credits: 1–4 Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 4 credits Schedule Type: Independent Offering: Arranged College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BIOL 699 - Master’s Thesis Credits: 3 Registration for this title indicates full-time status. Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Independent Offering: Arranged College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Business Administration
	BSAD 104 - Introduction to Business Credits: 1 Introduction to business subjects and business functions within an enterprise. Overview of topics includes basic principles and career opportunities within each field of business. Students will learn how to write a resume and compile a portfolio. Does not apply towards management major during junior and senior years. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 210 - Small Business Management Credits: 3 A practical course on the principles and problems of organizing and operating a small business. Topics include a procedural system for establishing a new business, providing physical facilities, financing, organizing, and management of the small business. Does not apply towards a management major during junior and senior years. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 297 - Special Topics in: _________________ Credits: 1–3 Study of selected topics of current interest in the sub-discipline area noted and not ordinarily covered in-depth in other courses. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning Special Approval: Instructor permission required. College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 341 - Business Law Credits: 3 Introduction to general legal principles focusing on business organizations, property laws, employment regulation, agency laws, business torts and crimes, regulation of negotiable instruments and contracts, and the Uniform Commercial Code. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 345 - Business and Society Credits: 3 A study of how business operates within the political, legal, and social environment, its relationship to government agencies and government controls, and how business relates its activities to various social problems. Ethical considerations of business decisions as related to this environment. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 355 - Management and Organization Credits: 3 Introduces concepts of effective management in organizational settings. Primary emphases include the organizational processes necessary for organizational effectiveness (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling), the nature of individual and group behavior, and the role of management in facilitating a mutually satisfying fit between employee needs and organizational requirements. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 365 - International Environment of Business Credits: 3 A survey of the world environment in which international business is conducted, including both economic relations among nations and environmental factors that affect business operations within different nations. Topics include international trade and trade restrictions, the balance of payments, the international monetary systems, and the multinational corporation. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 384 - Human Resource Management Credits: 3 A survey of the objectives and issues associated with personnel management in organizations. Topics include studies in human resources planning and forecasting, job analysis and evaluation, personnel recruitment, selection and assessment, training and development, performance evaluation, compensation and benefits, grievance procedures and disciplinary actions. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: BSAD 355 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 397 - Topics in _________ Credits: 1–3 Intensive study of selected topics of current interest in the sub-discipline area noted and not ordinarily covered in depth in other courses. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture Special Approval: Instructor permission required. College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 410 - Entrepreneuring Credits: 3 A systematic study of entrepreneuring, with an emphasis on contemporary trends. The creation, assessment, development, and operation of new and emerging ventures, including home-based businesses, franchises, and existing business purchases. Addresses entrepreneurial profiles and elements required to write a business plan. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: BSAD 355 and MKTG 310 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 436 - Motivation and Work Behavior Credits: 3 Advanced topics dealing with individual and organizational factors affecting employee motivation, performance, and satisfaction. Areas may include the work climate, organizational attachment, job design, goal-setting, emotional intelligence, group dynamics, and reward systems. Cases and projects. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: BSAD 355 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 438 - Workshop Credits: 0 Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Workshop College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 450 - Multicultural Business Relations Credits: 3 A study of globalization and the increasing ethnic and cultural diversity in the workplace that requires managers to become more aware of and sensitive to the role of culture in business relations. Communication, negotiation, principles and practices of management in a cross-cultural context is the focus of study. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 467 - International Management Credits: 3 Among the subjects considered are the decision process in making investments abroad, relationships with host governments, and organizational and operating problems of the multinational corporation including setting strategic goals, personnel management, planning, communication, and control. Assumes a background in management and in the international environment of business. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: BSAD 355 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 470 - Quality Management Credits: 3 Examines the history, theory and management of quality programs in business organizations. Topics include the quality management guiding principles of leadership commitment, customer focus, employee involvement, teamwork, continuous process improvement, and the systematic use of measurement data. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: BSAD 355 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 475 - Operations Management Credits: 3 Analysis of problems and issues faced by production/operations managers in manufacturing and service industries. Concepts and techniques include operations scheduling, quality control, plant layout, facility location, line balancing, queues, production and inventory controls, forecasting and linear programming. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: STAT 285 Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 487 - Internship in _________ Credits: 3 A program of business experience. Student must be a Junior and have at least a B- cumulative GPA. A total of 225 hours of work experience is required. Full arrangements for a structured program must be made in advance. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable with a different major, but no more than 3 credit hours per major Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 494 - Business Strategy and Decisions Credits: 3 The goal of this interdisciplinary course is to enable students to develop and/or fine tune skills in the analysis of strategic and organizational problems and issues. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): BSAD 355 previously completed. All other core BBA courses must be completed or concurrently enrolled. Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 497 - Advanced Topics in __________ Credits: 1–3 Topics of current interest in the sub-discipline area noted not ordinarily covered in depth in other courses. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture Special Approval: Instructor permission required. College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 498 - Independent Readings/Study in _________ Credits: 1–3 Directed study or readings under the guidance of the instructor. Oral and reading reports may be required. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Prerequisite(s): Previous upper-division work in the discipline; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 and minimum GPA of 3.00 in business subjects Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Dean permission required. College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 499 - Independent Research in _________ Credits: 1–3 Study under the supervision of the instructor. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): Previous upper division work in the discipline; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 and a minimum GPA of 3.00 in business subjects. Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Dean permission required. College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 500 - Survey of Management Credits: 2 Introduces concepts of effective management in organizational settings. Not available for MBA program. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 505 - Survey of Operations Management Credits: 2 Quantitative and computer-based methods of planning and controlling operations in manufacturing and service organizations are explored. Topics covered include forecasting, production planning, quality, operations scheduling, layout, inventory control, queuing, decision theory, and linear programming. A foundation course for the MBA and other graduate programs.Grade not included in the MBA GPA calculation. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: STAT 285 Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 506 - Survey of Business Law Credits: 2 This course examines basic legal principles that govern business conduct. Topics include the legal environment, contracts, commercial transactions, business organizations, and major legal problems encountered by business managers. A foundation course for the MBA and other graduate programs. Grade not included in the MBA GPA calculation. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 515 - Organizational Behavior & Leadership Credits: 3 Application of behavioral sciences to management. The examination of contemporary theories and principles of human behavior. Topics include perception, personality, attitudes, emotions, motivation, leadership, decision-making, communication, group processes, diversity, organizational change, self-awareness, and stress management. A research paper and case analyses are required. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Offering: Fall College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 526 - Emergency Management Credits: 3 Study of the ideas and concepts of emergency management. Expands basic principles covered in FEMA Independent Study (IS) modules, giving attention to leadership issues in managing change and making sound policy decisions and communicating during crisis incidents. Includes attention to specific hazards, laws, and standards of state government and federal requirements. Relationships between community preparedness and local emergency management programs will be emphasized. Emphasis will be given to the Integrated Command Systems (ICS) and Emergency Operations Center models of emergency management operations. Required course for Michigan PEM certification. Includes satisfactory completion of FEMA-provided modules in Professional Development Series. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: SOWK 401 or IS modules IS-100 and IS-244 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 530 - Leadership & Management of Not-for-Profit Organizations Credits: 3 Issues facing managers in third-sector organizations. Studies of the mission and objectives pursued, strategic leadership and board composition, organizational structure and operation, marketing and fund-raising, financial management, training and motivation of volunteers, assessment of stakeholder satisfaction and overall operating effectiveness. A major field project and a library research project are required. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning, Interactive Online Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 545 - International Business Management Credits: 3 Understanding the global enterprise and how management concepts, principles, and practice transcend national boundaries. Focus on global strategies, the importance of cultural differences to organizational effectiveness, management of people in international organizations, personnel selection and repatriation, political risks, ethics and social responsibility. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Summer, Alternate years College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 556 - Topics in _________________ Credits: 1–3 Topics of current interest in the business area not ordinarily covered in-depth in regular courses. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 15 credits Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 560 - Intercultural Business Relations Credits: 3 Study of the role of culture in business, aims to develop skills in cross-cultural communication and negotiations; and prepares the student for the increasing cultural diversity in the workplace. A research paper and a project are required. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Summer, Alternate years College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 615 - Management of Quality Credits: 3 Provides a strategic and structured approach to the design and development of quality programs in manufacturing and service organizations. Addresses the analytical and behavioral aspects of quality and its strategic importance to organizational success. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: BSAD 515 Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning, Interactive Online Offering: Summer, Alternate years College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 620 - Christian Ethics, Service & Society Credits: 3 An exploration of the interrelationship among business, government and society. Stakeholder management, the analysis of the legal and regulatory environment, and the responsiveness of business in its service to society. A study of ethical problems encountered in business and the management of moral dilemmas. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online Offering: Spring College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 648 - Workshop Credits: 1–4 Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Workshop College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 650 - MBA Extension Program Continuation Credits: 0 Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 670 - Management of Human Resources Credits: 3 Topics may include human resources planning, job analysis and design, recruitment, screening and selection, training and career development, performance evaluation, compensation and rewards, affirmative action, discipline, unions, grievances, and conflict resolution. Emphasis on cases, projects, and research. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: BSAD 515 or permission of instructor Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 689 - Strategic Management Credits: 3 Requires that students integrate relevant knowledge gleaned from previous core business-course experiences. Extensive case work and library research are demanded. Students work with a real organization to develop a comprehensive strategic plan. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): Assumes that the student has completed all MBA core requirements or is currently enrolled in the remaining courses Schedule Type: Lecture, Blended Learning, Interactive Online Offering: Summer College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 690 - Independent Readings Credits: 1–3 Designed for the individual needs of a student. Oral/written reports may be required. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Prerequisite(s): Completion of 24 graduate business credits with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent, Interactive Online Special Approval: Dean permission required. College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSAD 694 - Independent Research Credits: 2–3 Designed to fit the individual needs of the student. Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Prerequisite(s): Completion of 24 graduate business credits with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Dean permission required. College Code: SBA Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Construction Management
	BSCM 101 - History and Introduction to Construction Management Credits: 2 A historical background into the development of the construction industry, the roles of the different participants and an overview of the construction process. Career choices, industry firms, and key players in the construction management process will be explored. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): HIST 117 , HIST 118 , ENGL 115 . Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 207 - Regulatory Issues Credits: 2 Examination of the regulations in planning, building, advocacy and civil rights rules. Includes investigative techniques, jurisdictional responsibilities and inspection procedures. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 215 - Construction Equipment and Methods Credits: 2 Construction equipment and selected construction methods including equipment application strategies, own/lease benefits and establishing operational costs for project estimating. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 301 - Cost Estimating I Credits: 2 Introduction to the estimating function and review and applications of material quantity survey techniques used in estimating costs of construction projects. Includes types of approximate and precise methods of estimating and their uses, and computer applications. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 302 - Cost Estimating II Credits: 3 Pricing and bidding of construction work including cost factors, labor and equipment, productivity factors, prices databases, job direct and indirect costs, methods of estimating time, materials, equipment, subcontractors’ work, general expenses, and profit, bid preparations and submission, and computer applications. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): BSCM 301 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 325 - Structural Systems Design Credits: 2 The study of typical construction materials as used in the design process. Concrete, wood, steel and composite structures and underlying mechanical and physical properties will be covered. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MATH 168 , PHYS 141 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 349 - Construction Documents Credits: 3 This course examines construction documents for competitive bidding and execution of projects. Light and heavy construction types will be examined. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 365 - Site Construction and Surveying Credits: 2 The study of critical aspects of site construction and surveying relating to on-site logistics. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 401 - Construction Management I Credits: 3 Construction management concepts and practices, the management system, construction planning and programming, project control, environmental management, total quality management, and ethics in construction management. Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 402 - Construction Management II Credits: 3 A management course in contract documents, safety, planning, scheduling, production control, and law and labor. Topics include contracts, planning, cost and production peripheral documents, and cost and work analysis, scheduling, material handling, layout, payment scheduling, and inspections. Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 410 - Project Planning & Scheduling Credits: 2 Construction planning, scheduling, and communications required for project control, the practical and legal implications of each, as well as introduction to the use of scheduling software, and its benefits. Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 420 - Construction Law Credits: 2 Study of the United States legal system and contractual issues that are significant to construction managers, and addresses ethics in the construction industry. Legal issues arising from design and construction services, focusing on risk management and liability awareness. Swing course—Approved 400–499 courses qualify for graduate-level credit for graduate students Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 430 - Professional Practice Credits: 3 Analyzes construction contracts, specifications, and practices with regard to business law and liability. Examines contractor, architect, and engineer responsibilities through case studies and class discussions. Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 445 - Building Information Modeling - Cost Analysis Credits: 3 Application of a Building Information Model that incorporates cost data, used for quantity takeoff and cost estimating. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): ARCH 435 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 455 - Building Information Modeling Credits: 3 Application of a Building Information Model used to visualize a construction schedule and sequence. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): BSCM445 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	BSCM 465 - Collaborative Project Delivery Credits: 3 Application of project delivery in conjunction with a concurrent project within the School of Architecture, Art & Design. Building Information Modeling will be used as a method of applying cost analysis and project planning and scheduling. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): BSCM 455 Schedule Type: Independent College Code: SAAD Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Chemistry
	CHEM 100 - Consumer Chemistry Credits: 4 A one-semester course primarily for non-science majors presenting an introduction to fundamental concepts of chemistry to convey an appreciative understanding of the nature of chemistry and how it is applied to our daily lives. Topics of consumer chemistry to be studied will be selected from fuels, energy, polymers, fertilizers, pesticides, food and food additives, household cleaners, cosmetics and personal care chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and air and water pollution. Not applicable toward a major or minor in chemistry or biochemistry. Weekly: 3 lectures and a 3-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Course Attribute: Fulfills the General Education Physical Science requirement Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 110 - Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry Credits: 4 An introduction to the principles and applications of inorganic chemistry; for nursing, dietetics, and allied health students. Not applicable toward a major or minor in chemistry or biochemistry. Weekly: 3 lectures and a 3-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Course Attribute: Fulfills the General Education Natural/Physical Science requirement Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 120 - Introduction to Biotechnology Credits: 1 Introduces students to the field of biotechnology through lecture and guest presentations. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 131 - General Chemistry I Credits: 4 This first course in chemistry is for students planning to major in science and engineering. Topics include stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, states of matter, solutions, chemical kinetics, and chemical equilibrium. Weekly: 3 lectures, 2 recitations and a 3-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MPE greater than or equal to P3, or passing grade in MATH 165/MATH 166/MATH 168 or above, or MATH 191/MATH 195 Recommended: High school chemistry or physics strongly recommended. Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 132 - General Chemistry II Credits: 4 A continuation of CHEM 131 with topics including thermodynamics, acid and base chemistry, descriptive and nuclear chemistry. Weekly: 3 lectures, 2 recitations and a 3-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or better in CHEM 131 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 175 - Topics in _______________ Credits: 1–4 Investigates various subdisciplines of chemistry or biochemistry. This course does not contribute to a major or minor in chemistry. Weekly: 1 lecture and/or lab for each lower-division credit taken Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and chair. Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 195 - Independent Research I Credits: 0–3 Students will either assist a faculty member in an ongoing research project or develop a project of their own with the help and approval of the faculty member in their areas of interest or study. This course is for students who are beginning to establish their knowledge of chemistry and biochemistry. Weekly: a minimum of 4 hours of work per credit $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Permission of faculty member required. Offering: Arranged. Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 200 - Quantitative Analysis Credits: 4 Lecture topics include statistics, chemical equilibrium, titrimetric procedures, gravimetric procedures, and electrochemistry. Laboratory experiments include gravimetric procedures and titrimetric procedures of acid and base systems and redox systems, electrochemistry, and an introduction to instrumental methods. Weekly: 2 lectures and two 4-hour labs $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 132 Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 210 - Current Chemistry Topics Credits: 0 Attendance at departmental seminar series devoted to topics in current chemical research as presented by students, faculty, and guest speakers. Weekly: 1 seminar Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable and required each semester of all freshman and sophomore chemistry and biochemistry majors Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 231 - Organic Chemistry I Credits: 3 The chemistry of carbon-containing compounds with emphasis on nomenclature, molecular structure, spectra-structure relationships, and a mechanistic approach to organic reactions. Weekly: 3 lectures and 2 recitations Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 132 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 232 - Organic Chemistry II Credits: 3 This course is a continuation of CHEM 231 Weekly: 3 lectures and 2 recitations Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or better in CHEM 231 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 241 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I Credits: 1 Experiments related to the course content of CHEM 231. Weekly: one 4-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 231 or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 231 Schedule Type: Lab Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 242 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II Credits: 1 Experiments related to the course content of CHEM 232. Weekly: one 4-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 232 or concurrent enrollment in CHEM 232 Schedule Type: Lab Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 295 - Independent Research II Credits: 0–3 Students will either assist a faculty member in an ongoing research project or develop a project of their own with the help and approval of the faculty member in their areas of interest or study. This course is for students who are establishing their knowledge of chemistry and biochemistry at the college level. Weekly: a minimum of 4 hours of work per credit $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): Apassing grade in CHEM132 required Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent Special Approval: Permission of faculty member required. Offering: Arranged. Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 300 - Laboratory Glassblowing Credits: 2 Practice of fundamental glassblowing skills common to both scientific and creative glassblowing. Two projects are required. The student may choose between scientific and creative projects. Not applicable toward a major or minor in chemistry or biochemistry. Does not meet the general education requirement in natural science. Weekly: 1 lecture demonstration and a 4-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab Offering: Fall, even years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 311 - Seminar in Chemistry Credits: 0.5 First half of semester consists of two meetings per week: one is an introduction to chemical literature and computer searching of Chemical Abstracts and chemical databases, the other meeting is the regular seminar series presented by students, faculty, and invited speakers. This course is required of, and open only to, junior chemistry and biochemistry majors, and attendance for both semesters is required for one credit. Weekly: two meetings during first half of semester, one meeting during remainder of semester Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 232 Schedule Type: Seminar Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 312 - Seminar in Chemistry Credits: 0.5 Continuation of CHEM 311. This course is required of, and open only to, junior chemistry and biochemistry majors. Weekly: 1 seminar Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 311 Schedule Type: Seminar Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 340 - Environmental Chemistry Credits: 4 A survey of environmental and energy-related problems. Topics include air, soil, and water pollution, energy and other resources, solid wastes and recycling, and toxic chemicals. Not applicable toward a major in chemistry or biochemistry. Weekly: 3 lectures and a 4-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 132 Recommended: CHEM 200 or CHEM 232 strongly recommended Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab Offering: Spring, odd years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 375 - Topics in _______________ Credits: 1–4 Investigates various subdisciplines of chemistry or biochemistry. Each individual topics course will be evaluated to determine whether it contributes to a major or minor. Weekly: 1 one lecture and/or lab for each upper-division credit Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and chair, and appropriate foundational courses. Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab Offering: Fall, Spring, Summer College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 400 - Chemical Separations and Analysis Credits: 2 Theory and practice of analytical separations by extraction and chromatographic methods including flash column, thin layer, high pressure liquid, gas, and affinity chromatography. After separation, the components of mixtures are analyzed by a variety of spectroscopic techniques that may include nuclear magnetic resonance, infrared spectroscopy and/or mass spectrometry. Weekly: 1 lecture and a 4-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 200 , CHEM 231 , and CHEM 241 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 405 - Medicinal Chemistry Credits: 2 Medicinal Chemistry is an interdisciplinary subject incorporating basic principles of organic chemistry, biology, biochemistry, toxicology, pharmacology, and molecular biology to understand how biologically active compounds (pharmaceuticals) operate in living systems. Selected topics in medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry including the design and synthesis of new drugs as well as their pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic properties will be covered. We will also examine the path of pharmaceuticals from inception to clinical use by studeying specific classes of drugs. Weekly: 2 lectures Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 232 Recommended: BCHM 421 is recommended either as a prerequisite or corequisite. Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 410 - Forensic Chemistry Credits: 2 Principles of chemistry as applied to the methods of analysis and identification of drugs. Rules of evidence as they apply to testimony in court. Observation of drug-related court procedures. Weekly: 1 lecture and two 3-hour labs $ - Course or lab fee Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 200 , CHEM 232 Schedule Type: Lecture/Lab Special Approval: Participation must be arranged with the instructor at least 2 months prior to beginning of course. Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 411 - Seminar in Chemistry Credits: 0.5 Departmental seminar series devoted to topics in current chemical research as presented by students, faculty, and guest speakers. During the semester, each student prepares and presents a seminar. This course is required of, and open only to, senior chemistry and biochemistry majors, and attendance for both semesters is required for one credit. Weekly: one seminar Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 312 Schedule Type: Seminar Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 412 - Seminar in Chemistry Credits: 0.5 Continuation of CHEM 411. During the semester, each student prepares and presents a seminar. This course is required of, and open only to, senior chemistry and biochemistry majors. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 411 Schedule Type: Seminar Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 415 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Credits: 4 Atomic and molecular structure, symmetry, group theory, solid state, acids and bases; structure, bonding, spectra, and reaction mechanisms of d-metal complexes, systematic chemistry of non-metals; organometallic chemistry and catalysis. Weekly: 4 lectures Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 232 , CHEM 431 Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 430 - Instrumental Analysis Credits: 2 Theory and practice of chemical analysis by spectroscopic and electrochemical methods. Introduction to automated data collection and computer control of instruments. Operational theory that emphasizes hands-on student learning for a broad range of analytical instruments commonly used by industry and academia including: UV-Vis-NIR, fluorescence, atomic, and laser spectrophotometers; potentiostats; and analog and digital electronics. Weekly: 1 lecture and a 4-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 200 , MATH 192 Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 431 - Physical Chemistry I Credits: 3 Fundamental concepts in chemical thermodynamics, free energy, chemical equilibria, phase changes, solutions, molecular transport, chemical dynamics, and electrochemistry. Weekly: 3 lectures Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 200 , MATH 192 , PHYS 142 (or PHYS 242 , PHYS 272 ) Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 432 - Physical Chemistry II Credits: 3 Wave mechanics, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, atomic and molecular spectroscopies, and applications to chemical dynamics and statistical thermodynamics. Weekly: 3 lectures Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CHEM 431 , MATH 286 Recommended: MATH 240 strongly recommended Schedule Type: Lecture Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 441 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory I Credits: 1 Experiments related to the course content of CHEM 431. Weekly: one 4-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): concurrent enrollment in CHEM 431 Schedule Type: Lab Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CHEM 442 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory II Credits: 1 Experiments related to the course content of CHEM 432. Weekly: one 4-hour lab $ - Course or lab fee Swing course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): concurrent enrollment in CHEM 432 Schedule Type: Lab Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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