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BIO 329 - Animal Behavior (3 cr.)
The behavior of non-human animals in their natural habitat and communities, including the genetics, development and ecology of behavior in an evolutionary context. Lecture.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 .
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
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BIO 333 - Biostatistics (3 cr.)
Introduction to statistical analysis of univariate biological data, including: statistics of location and dispersion, analysis of variance (ANOVA), linear regression, correlation, and non-parametric tests. Discussion of experimental design and use of a statistical package for data analysis, followed by interpretation of results.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): A 100-level science course, sophomore standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
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BIO 335 - Extinction (3 cr.)
Discussion of the Biodiversity Crisis and the Concept of the Minimum Viable Population in light of both human induced and natural biological and physical causes for extinction. Survey of the process of extinction ranging from recent extinctions of individual species to mass extinction events in the fossil record. Examines the controversies over the importance of these forcing mechanisms on a global scale and as models for human induced disturbance of the biosphere.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): An introductory course in Biology, Environmental Science, or Geology.
General Education Category: Global Issues
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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BIO 336 - Ecophysiology (3 cr.)
An introduction to the fundamental mechanisms of animal adaptation to environmental variables. The problems of size and scale will be investigated as they relate to central issues in comparative physiology. How animals cope with marine and terrestrial environments, including extreme environments will be considered.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 and BIO 102 .
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BIO 337 - Introduction to Clinical Practices (1 cr.)
A survey of selected subjects in medicine. The course is intended for students considering a career in health fields. There are five three-hour sessions, each focusing on an area of clinical medicine in which the general public has some awareness. Topics include Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pregnancy, Labor and Delivery, Trauma Resuscitation and Infectious Disease. The goal of each session is to expose the student to current medical practices and procedures to help them determine their career goals.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 , BIO 102 , or CHE 111 (can be taken concurrently).
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
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BIO 338 - Neurobiology (4 cr.)
An introduction to basic neuroanatomy, cellular neurobiology, the electrophysiological properties of neurons, and the specialized communication that takes place between them. Topics covered include sensory and motor systems, the brain and behavior, and how the brain changes due to experience, age, and disease. Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 and sophomore standing
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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BIO 339 - The Biology of Aging (3 cr.)
Comprehensive review of the current evolutionary and biochemical theories of aging includes general theoretical background of aging and current research on molecular theories and proposed pharmacological interventions in aging. Includes a laboratory component exploring aging in a model.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 305 (CHE 371 recommended).
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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BIO 340 - Bioethics (3 cr.)
An introduction to ethics and decision making, especially in relation to issues stemming from developments in modern biology and the impacts of technology. Emphasis is on using case studies to understand and apply ethical theory and principles.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 305 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall or Spring
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BIO 341 - DNA and Bioinformatics (3 cr.)
Bioinformatics merges the fields of biology, informational technology and computer sciences into a single discipline. The students will conduct DNA and protein experiments, then use computers for the retrieval, storage, and analysis of their results and biological information that has been stored in large databanks.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 305 and CHE 112 .
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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BIO 342 - Developmental Biology (3 cr.)
An introduction to development from egg to fertile adult individual featuring widely employed model organisms. Topics covered include reproductive biology, early embryogenesis, establishment of the body plan, neurogenesis and patterning of the brain, limb outgrowth, and organogenesis. Relevance to human disease will be emphasized where appropriate.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 , BIO 102 , and BIO 305 , or permission of the instructor.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
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BIO 343 - Parasitology (4 cr.)
This course covers the diversity and impacts of parasites on human, livestock, and wildlife health. Topics will include host-parasite co-evolution, parasite taxonomy of major micro- and macro-parasitic groups, and parasite induced diseases and disease spread. Students will gain practical experience in parasite identification and diagnosis. Lecture with Lab.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 and BIO 102 .
Corequisite(s): BIO343 lab.
Semester(s) Offered: Annually
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BIO 344 - Exposome: Environmental Influences (3 cr.)
The exposome is a measure of all internal and external exposures an individual has in their lifetime and how the exposures relate to their well-being. Exposures begin before birth and consist of affronts of both environmental and occupational sources. This course will focus on interpreting how exposures from the internal and external environment, diet, and lifestyle interact with one’s distinctive attributes, such as genetics, physiology, and epigenetics impact health.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 , sophomore standing or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
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BIO 345 - Field Botany (3 cr.)
Outdoor field complement to lecture-and lab-based botany coursework offered in Biological Sciences. Weekly excursions to local natural areas include on-site lessons on the identification and taxonomy of the North Country flora. Key concepts covered include plant/animal coadaptations, plant community dynamics, and the interactions between native and exotic species.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): POI or Junior standing, BIO 205 .
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
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BIO 346 - Human Physiological Adaptation (3 cr.)
Evaluation of current concepts and literature regarding the human physiological response to both environmental (heat, cold, altitude, etc.) and exercise stress. Both acute and chronic adaptations will be examined as well as discussion of the theoretical limits to human physiological adaptation. Some students in the course will voluntarily engage in a multi-week exercise program.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 327 or BIO 421 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall or Spring
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BIO 347 - Epidemiology and Public Health (3 cr.)
An introduction to the fields of epidemiology and public health. Topics will include general types of diseases and disease transmission, history of human disease outbreaks and control, methods for detecting and determining the source of diseases and disease outbreaks, mitigation and elimination of diseases, ethical questions related to disease control, and epidemic and pandemic disease events.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 100 Competency, BIO 101
Semester(s) Offered: Winter, Spring
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BIO 355 - Microbial Ecology (3 cr.)
Role and interaction of microbes in the environment, including symbiotic, biogeochemical, and community interactions between microbes and their habitat. Special consideration of biofilms, microbiomes, bioremediation, biomineralization and microbial biodiversity of ecosystems.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 203
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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BIO 380 - Communicating Biology (3 cr.)
The techniques of communicating biology through written, oral, and graphical methods. Emphasis is placed on students developing strong critical thinking, writing, and oral communication skills.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 , BIO 102 , ENG 101 , junior standing.
General Education Category: Oral Expression
Meets Advanced Writing Requirement
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 385 - Topics in Biology I (1 or 2 cr.)
Emphasis on topics of current, high interest in biology which are not covered extensively in other biology courses. The course will meet for three one-hour lecture periods, or the equivalent, weekly for five weeks. May be repeated.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 or BIO 102 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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BIO 387 - Topics in Biology III (3 or 4 cr.)
Topics of current interest in biology which are not covered extensively in other biology courses. Three one-hour lectures, or one 3-hour laboratory, or the equivalent, weekly for the full semester. May be repeated.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Vary with topic.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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BIO 395 - Undergraduate Research (1 to 6 cr.)
Undergraduate project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor.
Liberal arts
Fees: Science Lab Fee $15.00
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 398 - Internship (0 to 15 cr.)
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BIO 399 - Independent Study (0 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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BIO 401 - Cell Biology (4 cr.)
Structure and function of the cell. Emphasis is placed on biochemical reactions that control cell function and the integration of cell function into the physiology of multicellular organisms. Topics include cytoskeletal structure, membranes, signal transduction, movement and cellular reproduction.
Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 and BIO 305 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 406 - Medical Microbiology (3 cr.)
Biology of pathogenic microorganisms, their isolation and identification; computer studies of epidemiological patterns of microbial diseases.
Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 203 , a CHE course.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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BIO 407 - Immunology (3 cr.)
Principles of host defense mechanisms, both innate and acquired. Cell development and cooperation in immune reactions. Immunogenetics. Antigen-Antibody interactions and clinical applications. Immune dysfunctions of Hypersentitivies (allergies and autoimmunities) and Immunodeficiencies (primary and secondary). The role of the immune system in AIDS, transplants, cancer and immune responses to infectious disease.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 203 , BIO 305 , CHE 242 ; (BIO 401 and CHE 371 or CHE 401 recommended).
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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BIO 411 - Plant Physiology (4 cr.)
The structure of the plant cell, plant biochemistry and metabolism, and plant growth and development. Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 371 or CHE 401 ; PHY 103 or PHY 111 ; MAT 131 or MAT 161 or BIO 333 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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BIO 417 - Biology of Cancer (3 cr.)
Cancer is a disease of cell division control. This course provides an understanding of the molecular mechanisms that control the cellular decision to divide and the DNA mutations that lead to a loss of this control (i.e., cancer). An emphasis is placed on signal transduction mechanisms of mitogens, cell cycle machinery (pRb, E2F, cyclins and CDKs), cell cycle inhibitors, and mechanisms promoting and inhibiting apoptosis. These topics are placed in the context of their exploitation by cancer cells.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 401 .
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
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BIO 418 - Neurobiology of Disease (3 cr.)
This course will explore the biological basis of several neurological, neurodevelopmental, and neuropsychiatric diseases from both a clinical and basic science perspective. It will highlight new techniques, animal models, and recent experimental findings that help to elucidate mechanisms of disease and dysfunction.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 338 or BIO 421 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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BIO 419 - Advanced Molecular Genetics (4 cr.)
This lab based course will utilize molecular techniques to develop and explore techniques including bacterial transformation, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), restriction enzyme digestion, Southern blot, protein expression, western blot, bacterial plating and sterile techniques, calculations, and dilutions among other skills. The course emphasizes time at the bench, critical thinking skills, data interpretation, and scientific writing.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 , BIO 305 , ENG 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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BIO 421 - Principles of Animal Physiology (4 cr.)
Control of the internal environment of invertebrate and vertebrate animals by the nervous, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory and other organ systems. Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 102 ; CHE 112
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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BIO 424 - Cardiovascular Pharmacology (3 cr.)
An introduction to the physiology and pathophysiology of the cardiovascular system, including pharmacological treatments of disease processes. The class includes lectures, group workshops, and journal article discussions.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 401 or BIO 421 .
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
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BIO 481 - Conservation Biology (3 cr.)
Application of ecological theory to managing Earth’s living resources, with explicit reference to social, political, and ethical considerations. Biodiversity, metapopulations, and restoration biology are explored through lectures, journal readings, and case studies that develop professional skills and judgment. One required weekend field trip.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 304 or ENV 304 .
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BIO 489 - Washington Internship Institute (3 to 15 cr.)
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BIO 490 - Investigative Biology Experience (12 cr.)
BIO490 is a full semester research course covering aspects of cellular and molecular biology. The focus of the course will highlight the research interests of the participating faculty. Skills, techniques and instrumentation required for the semester’s research are introduced and covered. Success in research requires the ability to ask the right questions and recognize important information through experimentation. This course embraces the essence of scientific method and fosters acquisition and application of knowledge to problem solving, formation and testing of hypotheses and collection and analysis of results through observation and experimentation. Instruction includes participation of visiting scientists. Open to all science students regardless of major.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 , ENG 101 , BIO 305 , CHE 112 , MAT 161 or BIO 333 and junior level.
General Education Category: Oral Expression
Meets Advanced Writing Requirement
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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BIO 495 - Undergraduate Research (1 to 6 cr.)
Undergraduate project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor.
Liberal arts
Fees: Science Lab Fee $15.00
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 496 - Laboratory Teaching Experience (1 to 3 cr.)
Planning, preparation, class demonstration and teaching in various biology laboratory sections. May not be repeated.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, permission of the instructor and chairperson, a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 498 - Internship (0 to 15 cr.)
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BIO 499 - Independent Study (0 to 12 cr.)
Undergraduate project individually arranged by student and faculty member.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 510 - Plant Diversity and Evolution (4 cr.)
An exploration of the diversity of plant life on earth. All major higher plant groups are covered, but the primary focus is on the families of flowering plants. Students will learn to recognize the characteristics of the major families while learning about their distributions, natural history, evolutionary relationships, and ethnobotanical uses. Late-semester field trips will focus on local representatives of families covered in class. Students who have received credit for BIO310 may not receive credit for BIO510. Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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BIO 545 - Graduate Field Botany (3 cr.)
Outdoor field experience in botanical science to complement lab-and-lecture-based graduate-level coursework in organismal biology. Weekly excursions to local natural areas include on-site lessons on the identification and taxonomy of the North Country flora. Key concepts covered include plant/animal coadaptations, plant community dynamics, and the interactions between native and exotic species. Students who have received credit for BIO 345 may not receive credit for BIO 545.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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BIO 581 - Conservation Biology (3 cr.)
Application of ecological theory to managing earth’s living resources, with explicit reference to social, political, and ethical considerations. Biodiversity, metapopulations, and restoration biology are explored through lectures, journal readings, and case studies that develop professional skills and judgement. Graduate enrollees will co-host visiting conservation scientists, act as leaders in group discussions, and attend weekly group discussions in addition to class meetings. Students who have received credit for BIO 481 may not receive credit for BIO 581.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall/Spring
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BIO 598 - Internship (0 to 12 cr.)
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BIO 599 - Graduate Independent Study (1 to 7 cr.)
Non-research project or study individually arranged between student and sponsoring faculty member. (Note: BIO 599 not for dissertation.)
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BUS 203 - Business Ethics and Professionalism in a Global Society (3 cr.)
This course introduces students to the topic of business ethics and professionalism from a broad based global and practical perspective. This course emphasizes the importance of oral communication in business, career self-assessment, leadership, and the management of business within the global society. Through research, case studies, class presentations, and mock interviews, students will be introduced to the contemporary issues of ethics, professionalism and social responsibility that face today’s global business communities. Several global business institutions will be examined and researched in an effort to understand their histories and how U.S. businesses must coexist and work efficiently in a global society. The benefits of internships will be emphasized throughout the semester.
Liberal arts
General Education Category: Oral Expression
Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: World Cultures
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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BUS 290 - Technology Proficiency Requirement (0 cr.)
The ability to use advanced Excel functionality is very important in many functions, if not all functions, in business. Understanding Excel allows the user to analyze the data and display it in a graphical format for business decision making. This course offers the students the tools to prepare for the Excel Capstone Level III Working with Sales Data test, learn Excel skills, and show proficiency through a skill assessment exam.
Corequisite(s): MIS 275
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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BUS 388 - Seminar in Professionalism (3 cr.)
This course provides a context for business students to excel in their post-graduate careers by exploring five main areas: 1) Ethics in Business; 2) Managerial and Leadership Skills; 3) Information Technology; 4) Communications (written and oral); 4) Internships; and 5) Career Assessment. Students will develop competence and understanding in each of these areas with an emphasis on research writing and presentations, both individually and as part of a team. By exploring the concept of “professionalism,” students will gain insight and appreciation for the characteristics that constitute an effective business leader. This course provides students the opportunity to construct the framework for a career assessment plan where they define professional goals and identify their strengths and weaknesses through written and oral work.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SBE major, ENG 101 , junior or senior standing.
Meets Advanced Writing Requirement
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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BUS 399 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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BUS 444 - Selected Topics: Business (3 cr.)
Studies in diverse business topics; topics vary with each offering and may include organizational leadership, current business practices, cross-cultural networks, business trade authors, or critical business approaches. May be repeated for credit as topics change.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing and MGM 280 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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BUS 489 - Business Exit Exam (0 cr.)
Course consists of administration of the Business Exit Exam which serves as an assurance of learning standards by students in the SBE. A passing grade on the exam is a graduation requirement for SBE students majoring in Accounting, Business, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Global Supply Chain Management, International Business, Management, Management Information Systems, and/or Marketing.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing and ACC 202 , ACC 351 , ECO 260 , FIN 355 , MIS 275 , MGM 280 , and MKE 290
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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BUS 496 - Teaching Practicum (0 to 6 cr.)
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BUS 498 - Business Internship (0 to 12 cr.)
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BUS 499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CAS 111 - Introduction to Canada (3 cr.)
By examining the Canadian national experience, Introduction to Canada encourages students to reflect on their place in the world, and the values they hold as citizens and as participants in global systems. Canada and the United States share a continent, language, integrated economy, commitment to liberal democratic political institutions, and to some extent, a common North American culture; yet Canada’s historical trajectory has produced a notably different set of principles, public policies, and social values.
Liberal arts
General Education Category: Western Civilization
Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: World Cultures
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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CAS 305 - Quebec Cinema (3 cr.)
Students will watch and analyze one Quebec-made film per week. Besides analyzing each film for film language, structure and texture, students will be looking for elements of Quebec culture. Students will also gain a basic understanding of the filmmaking process.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CAS 111 or HIS 171 or HIS 173 .
General Education Category: Arts
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CAS 358 - Canadian Cinema (3 cr.)
Students will watch and analyze one Canadian film per week. Besides analyzing each film for film language, structure and texture, students will be looking for general and specific differences between a Canadian film and the typical “Hollywood formula” film of the same genre. Students will also gain a basic understanding of the filmmaking process.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CAS 111 or HIS 171 or HIS 172 or HIS 173 .
General Education Category: Arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CAS 359 - Profiles of Quebec. (3 cr.)
A multidisciplinary introduction to Quebec from the perspectives of the social sciences and the humanities. The course examines Quebec’s geography, history, economics, politics, culture, etc. Quebec’s international relations are also discussed, as well as, provincial relations and issues relating to women, indigenous peoples, immigration, and other topics.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CAS 111 , ENG 101 , or POI.
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CAS 375 - Borderland and Migration History: Canada and the United States (3 cr.)
A study of the migration streams between Canada and the United States from the colonial period to the present. Canada-U.S. migrations are examined in a global context, addressing social, political, economic, and cultural issues.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CAS 111 or HIS 101 or HIS 102 or HIS 171 or HIS 172 .
General Education Category: Global Issues
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Year
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CAS 379 - Quebec in the United States: Franco-American History and Culture (3 cr.)
This course examines the history and culture of French-Canadian descendants in the United States. It will explore issues of gender and class, the social significance of language, the effects of assimilation, and the challenges faced by contemporary Franco-Americans.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CAS 111 or HIS 101 or HIS 102 or HIS 171 or HIS 172 .
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
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CAS 498 - Internship in Canadian Studies (1 to 6 cr.)
Internships in Canada and the United States in such placements as Canadian Embassies and Consulates, multinational corporations, U.S. Consulates, the New York State Office of Economic Development, and at the Center for the Study of Canada. Experiences focus on business, politics, and communications, though all backgrounds can be considered. A total of 6 credits can be earned.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CAS 499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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CFS 1889 - Cardinal Foundation Seminar (3 cr.)
A conversation-based course on a unique topic that engages new Plattsburgh students in collegiate and academic life as a Cardinal. Academically rigorous and skill building. Topic of study varies by instructor.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): New student (never attended college campus) or Transfer with fewer than 24 college-level credits
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CLP 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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CLP 299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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CLP 302 - Topics: Post Graduation Planning (1 cr.)
This course will focus on searching for internships or employment, and preparing for graduate school application, including resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, and assessment of one’s values and career interests.
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CLP 399 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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CLP 498 - Internship (1 to 15 cr.)
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CLP 499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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CHE 101 - General Chemistry (4 cr.)
An introduction to chemistry with emphasis on the important principles and facts necessary for comprehension of the structure of matter, the chemical action of common elements and compounds, and basic chemical calculations. NOTE: students may not take both CHE101 and CHE 111 for credit. Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
General Education Category: Natural Science and Technology
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CHE 103 - Chemistry and Society (3 cr.)
A selection of topics used as an introduction to chemical principles. Emphasis on chemical applications to technology and the impact of chemistry on society. Examples of topics: Polymers and Plastics; Metabolism and Biomolecules in Our Diet; Nuclear Chemistry; and Health Risk from Chemicals; etc. Taught as a level for the general student population. Students cannot receive credit for both CHE100 and CHE103 or for CHE100 taken after CHE 101 , CHE 111 or CHE 112 .
Liberal Arts
General Education Category: Natural Science and Technology
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CHE 111 - Fundamental Principles of Chemistry I (4 cr.)
The first semester of a two-semester introduction to general chemistry for science majors. Emphasis will be on the structure of atoms, ionic compounds and molecules, stoichiometry and chemical reactions, periodic trends, properties of gases, models for the electronic structure of atoms and molecules and basic laboratory techniques. Students may not take both CHE 101 and CHE111 for credit. Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
General Education Category: Natural Science and Technology
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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CHE 112 - Fundamental Principles of Chemistry II (4 cr.)
The second semester of a two-semester introduction to general chemistry for science majors. Emphasis will be on the influence of the molecular structure on the properties of solids, liquids and solutions; the properties of solutions; reaction kinetics; acid/base and ionic equilibria; thermodynamics; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; and basic laboratory techniques.
Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C in CHE 111 .
General Education Category: Natural Science and Technology
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CHE 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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CHE 240 - Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry (5 cr.)
A one-semester introduction to organic chemistry. Emphasis on hydrocarbons, aromatics, alkyl halides, alcohol, ethers, the carbonyl group, biomolecules and spectroscopic structure determination. This course does not serve as a prereq for CHE 242 . Not open for credit to students who have completed CHE 241 or CHE 271 . Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C in CHE 112 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CHE 241 - Organic Chemistry I (4 cr.)
Saturated, unsaturated, and aromatic hydrocarbons; alkylhalides: their reactions, structure and reaction mechanisms. Stereochemistry, mass spectrometry and UV spectroscopy. (Cannot receive credit for CHE241 and CHE 240 or CHE 271 ). Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 112 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CHE 242 - Organic Chemistry II (4 cr.)
Alcohol, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines, phenols, carbohydrates and amino acids, their reactions, structure, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, IR and NMR spectroscopy.
Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 241 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CHE 271 - Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry (4 cr.)
Integration of topics from the fields of organic chemistry and biochemistry to provide the student with a basic understanding of the processes of life at the molecular level. Students cannot receive credit for CHE271 if they have completed a semester of organic chemistry, CHE 371 , or CHE 401 . Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 101 with a grade of C or higher.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CHE 299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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CHE 307 - Geochemistry (3 cr.)
Origin of the elements and chemical differentiation of the Earth. Isotope geochemistry and geochronology including both radiogenic and stable isotope systems. Applications of geochemistry to the solution of global environmental problems such as radioactive waste disposal.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 112 and GEL 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CHE 308 - Environmental Chemistry (3 cr.)
The study of chemical phenomena in the environment. Focus on natural chemical processes in water, air and soil systems; chemical contaminants that pollute these systems; principles of chemical kinetics and equilibria applied to quantitative description of the chemistry of natural systems.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 240 or CHE 241 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CHE 321 - Analytical Chemistry (5 cr.)
A survey of theoretical principles and practical aspects of classical methods in chemical quantitative (volumetric, gravimetric) analysis. An introduction to some common instrumental methods (spectroscopy, electrochemistry, separations). Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C in CHE 112 , and MAT 102 (or passing the Calculus Readiness Test)
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CHE 325 - Culinary Chemistry: Molecular Gastronomy (3 cr.)
Cooking is the oldest application of chemistry. This course will engage students in the exploration of the principles of chemistry and biochemistry involved in the preparation of food and drink. In class demonstrations will illustrate many chemical principles such as extraction, denaturation of proteins and phase changes and show how chefs exert exquisite control over chemical reactions to create gourmet meals. We will also explore how technology has impacted the food industry and how this is important for the health and welfare of our society.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 112 , and CHE 240 or CHE 241 or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
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CHE 371 - General Biochemistry (4 cr.)
An introduction to the biochemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, nucleic acids and biopolymers. A general view of basic cell metabolism and its regulation.
Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 240 or CHE 242 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CHE 391 - Written and Oral Reports (3 cr.)
The techniques of communicating ideas and the information in chemistry using proper scientific style. Written/oral assignments will include research proposals, laboratory notebooks, research progress reports, literature searches, and seminar reviews. Students are required to submit a formal proposal to the Department for their research project if they are pursuing a B.S. in the chemistry program. Assistance in writing is done in a multiple draft/revision process to encourage the development of a style that is appropriate for the chemistry professional.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 , junior standing and completion of 16 credits of CHE courses.
General Education Category: Oral Expression
Meets Advanced Writing Requirement
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CHE 399 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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CHE 401 - Biochemistry I (3 cr.)
The physical and chemical properties of biologically important compounds and their role in biochemical functions in living systems. The relationship between structure and function and the mechanism of control and regulation of biochemical function.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 240 or CHE 242 (BIO 101 -BIO 102 recommended).
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CHE 402 - Biochemistry II (3 cr.)
This is the second course in a two-semester sequence in biochemistry for undergraduate students. Comprehensive survey of the major topics in biochemistry: metabolism, regulation of biochemical processes, and information transfer.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 401 , CHE 371 or equivalent.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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CHE 421 - Instrumental Analysis (4 cr.)
A survey of theoretical principles and practical aspects of instrumental methods in chemical analysis with emphasis on their advantages and limitations in identification and quantitative determination of chemical compounds. Discussion on applications of spectroscopic, chromatographic and electrochemical techniques in resolving problems encountered in inorganic, organic, physical and biochemistry. Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 242 or CHE 321 , and MAT 222 or MAT 225 , and PHY 104 or PHY 112 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CHE 425 - Topics in Chemistry (3 cr.)
Topics of current interest in chemistry that are not covered extensively in other chemistry classes. Examples of potential topics include introduction to nanochemistry, advanced spectroscopic methods, polymer chemistry and industrial chemistry. Course may be lecture or a combination of lecture and laboratory. May be repeated. This course cannot be substituted for any other chemistry course required in chemistry or biochemistry degree programs.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and CHE 112 (minimum grade of C) or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
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CHE 430 - Inorganic Chemistry I (4 cr.)
Advanced consideration of atomic properties, bonding theories, molecular structure, symmetry analysis, group theory manipulations, acid/base theory, liquid theory, and descriptive chemistry. Lecture and Lab.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 242 , MAT 225 , PHY 112 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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CHE 431 - Inorganic Chemistry II (4 cr.)
Integration of bonding concepts, reaction mechanism formalisms, thermochemical concepts and kinetics in the elucidation of inorganic reaction systems. Systems include coordination, organometallic and bioinorganic systems, application of synthetic and instrumental techniques to the laboratory study of inorganic, organometallic and bioinorganic compounds. Lecture/Lab
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 430 .
Corequisite(s): CHE 451 or CHE 455
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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CHE 445 - Free Radicals and Antioxidants in Diseases and Health (3 cr.)
An interdisciplinary course on the chemistry, biochemistry and cellular/molecular biology of free radicals, transition metals, oxidative stress and antioxidants and their roles in health and disease. This course also will cover nutrition, diseases and antioxidant therapy.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 371 or CHE 401 or CHE 271 or POI (permission of the instructor)
Semester(s) Offered: Every other year
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CHE 451 - Physical Chemistry I (3 cr.)
The first semester of a two-semester sequence of physical chemistry for majors other than chemistry (biochemistry or other majors). Physical chemistry is predominantly concerned with the application of calculus to describe chemical systems. Emphasis in this first-semester course is on gas laws; work; heat capacity; general thermodynamics; equilibria and rates; and, mechanisms associated with kinetics. This is a lecture only course.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 242 , MAT 225 , and PHY 112 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CHE 452 - Physical Chemistry II (3 cr.)
The second semester of a two-semester sequence of physical chemistry for majors other than chemistry (biochemistry or other majors). Physical chemistry is predominantly concerned with the application of calculus to describe chemical systems. Emphasis in this second-semester course is on solution chemistry, electrochemistry; quantum mechanics; and spectroscopy. This is a lecture only course.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 451 or CHE 455 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CHE 455 - Physical Chemistry with Laboratory I (4 cr.)
The first semester of a two-semester sequence of physical chemistry for chemistry majors. Physical chemistry is predominantly concerned with the application of calculus to describe chemical systems. Emphasis in this first-semester course is on gas laws, work, heat capacity; general thermodynamics; equilibria and rates; and mechanisms associated with kinetics. This is a lecture only course with an accompanying laboratory component.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 242 , MAT 225 and PHY 112 .
Corequisite(s): CHE 455L
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CHE 456 - Physical Chemistry with Laboratory II (4 cr.)
The second semester of a two-semester sequence of physical chemistry for chemistry majors. Physical chemistry is predominantly concerned with the application of calculus to describe chemical systems. Emphasis in this second-semester course is on solution chemistry, electrochemistry, quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy. This is a lecture course with an accompanying laboratory component.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 451 or CHE 455 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CHE 476 - Selected Topics in Biochemistry (3 cr.)
Topics include advanced consideration of such items as: enzymes, hormones, lipids, nucleic acids, proteins; diseases; or biochemical methods such as NMR, biocalorimetry, or mass spectrometry; radical chemistry in biology and medicine with emphasis on diseases such as lung inflammation, cancer, neurodegeneration, and arthrosclerosis. Other areas of biochemical specialization. The course cannot be repeated. Lecture and/or laboratory.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 402 .
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CHE 481 - Biochemistry Laboratory I (1 cr.)
An introduction to experimental methods of modern biochemistry which may include: spectrophotometry, liquid scintillation spectroscopy, fluorescence, chromatography, enzymology, and protein and/or nucleic acid isolation and purification. The course is designed to lead to independent biochemical investigation via group projects and gradual reduction of detailed instruction.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 401 , which may be taken concurrently.
Fees: Science Lab Fee $13.00
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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CHE 482 - Biochemistry Laboratory II (1 cr.)
A detailed examination of experimental methods of modern biochemistry which may include: spectroscopy, chromatography, electrophoresis, western blots, molecular modeling and genetic engineering using PCR methods. The course is designed to encourage independent biochemical investigation via small group projects.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CHE 401 and CHE 481 , or CHE 371 with permission from instructor.
Fees: Science Lab Fee $13.00
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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CHE 485 - Physical Biochemistry (3 cr.)
The course will describe physical chemistry concepts and how they apply to biological systems. Main topics are thermodynamics, kinetics, statistical mechanics, electrochemistry, hydrodynamics, quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy. Class work will emphasize content understanding, critical thinking, and scientific analysis.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): MAT 222 or MAT 225 , and CHE 371 or CHE 401
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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CHE 491 - Chemistry Seminar (1 cr.)
Detailed discussions of contemporary topics prepared and presented by the students. Students pursuing the B.S. program in chemistry are expected to present the results of their independent research project as well as the scientific context for the problem studied. Attention given to the details of selecting, preparing, and presenting a scientific topic. Discussion and critique of presentations. Cannot be challenged.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, CHE 391 and CHE 451 or CHE 455 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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