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2017-2018 Undergraduate/Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

 

Communication Sciences & Disorders
  

  • CSD 380 - The Practice of Speech-Language Pathology (3 cr.)

    Students will learn about employment settings for speech-language pathologists. Applying to graduate school, credential requirements and the ASHA Code of Ethics will be covered. Students will observe community SLP’s in the workplace. Orientation to clinical practice, including screening, assessment, selection of therapy materials and clinical paperwork, will be presented.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD 338 
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CSD 399 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
  

  • CSD 410 - Communication Systems and Disorders (3 cr.)

    Review of physical systems and theoretical models in normal speech, voice and language, and etiological processes and characteristics of select communication disorders beyond the introductory level.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CSD 445  or CSD 448 
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CSD 439 - Participatory Observation (1 cr.)

    In this course, students will observe therapy and evaluation sessions in speech-language pathology and audiology. They will identify components of the session and characteristics of the clinician that influence the therapeutic interaction. Through these experiences the student will begin to develop a self-concept of himself or herself as a professional in the field of communication disorders.
    Prerequisite(s): junior standing
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CSD 443 - Aural Rehabilitation (3 cr.)

    This course presents rehabilitative and habilitative techniques for the adult and pediatric hearing impaired population.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CSD345
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CSD 445 - Introduction to Articulation and Phonology (3 cr.)

    This course will provide information regarding the etiology, diagnosis and therapeutic management of functional and organically-based articulatory and phonological impairments. Normal and impaired development of the articulatory and phonological systems will be described. Specific assessment, diagnostic and intervention procedures will be explained. A general introduction to speech impairments exhibited by individuals with cerebral palsy and cleft palate will be presented.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CSD342 and junior standing
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CSD 448 - Language and Literacy Disorders in Children (3 cr.)

    This course will provide the student with information regarding oral and written language impairments exhibited by children diagnosed with specific language impairment, language learning disability, or other conditions such as autistic disorder. Students will be presented with information regarding etiologies of language impairments, description of language impairments, assessment principles and techniques, and intervention procedures appropriate to different age levels and language characteristics.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CSD241 and junior standing
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CSD 460 - Clinical Speech Practicum for Beginning Undergraduate Clinicians (1 cr.)

    Beginning, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center with children or adults displaying communication problems in one or more of the following areas: speech, language, hearing, and swallowing. Intense supervision will be provided. May be taken up to two times for a total of two credits.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD 439 , senior standing, POI
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CSD 461 - Clinical Audiology Practicum – Beginning Undergraduate Clinicians (0 to 1 cr.)

    Beginning, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center with persons displaying communication problems in the area of hearing. Intense supervision will be provided. Can be repeated for a total of 2 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD439, senior standing, POI
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CSD 465 - Senior Capstone (2 cr.)

    Students (a) develop a clinical topic of interest in the field of speech-language pathology or audiology; (b) research relevant variables of communication disorder, such as its nature, etiology, assessment, differential diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment; and (c) produce a written final product to be presented to the faculty. Emphasis is placed on researching, analyzing, and presenting the current professional literature on the topic of interest.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): senior standing
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CSD 496 - Teaching Assistant (1 to 3 cr.)
  

  • CSD 498 - Internship (1 to 15 cr.)
  

  • CSD 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.
  

  • CSD 524 - Research Design in Communication Sciences and Disorders (2 cr.)

    Designed for the Speech-Language Pathology major who requires an understanding of research and design methods in the field of Communication Disorders and Sciences. Includes experimental and statistical control in the design of research; the application of research principles in clinical practice; and evidence-based practice.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CSD 528 - Clinical Methods (1 cr.)

    Students receive training in a variety of areas that is required before they can begin their clinical experience. They are guided through various aspects of the therapeutic process that are similar across disorder categories and receive personalized information and feedback on their personal experiences with clients. All of this is put in the context of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s Standards, Code of Ethics, and Scope of Practice thus building the connection to the field of speech-language pathology.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CSD 531 - Language Disorders in Young Children (3 cr.)

    Identification and application of studies in normal language acquisition to the study of communication development in infants and the study of preschool language and learning disorders; emphasis on the assessment of, and intervention with, infants and preschoolers and their families. Content includes interdisciplinary views of the child with communication challenges; issues in communication, social-emotional and cognitive development; related language impairments of various etiologies; challenges in learning and in the classroom for children with language impairments; use of assistive technology; and working as a team member with caregivers, school personnel and other professionals in assessment and intervention.
    Prerequisite(s): graduate level standing; the equivalent of a college-level course in child language development
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CSD 532 - Language and Literacy Disorders in School-Age Children and Adolescents (3 cr.)

    Characteristics, assessment and intervention of oral and written language disorders in school-age children including: risk factors, impact of commonly co-occurring cognitive characteristics (e.g., executive dysfunction), manifestations of language disorders in various language systems and forms (syntax, semantics, phonology, morphology, pragmatics, narrative language, metalinguistics), multicultural issues, assessment, public and professional policies, assistive technology, and evidence-based practices.
    Prerequisite(s): graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CSD 533 - Neuroanatomy and Physiology of Communication (3 cr.)

    General human neuroanatomy and physiology with emphasis on the neuropathologies of communication.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CSD 534 - Motor Speech Disorders (2 cr.)

    Topics include the nature, etiology, assessment, differential diagnosis, and treatment of motor speech disorders in children and adults. There is an emphasis on perceptual assessment, neuroanatomical bases of motor control, evidence based practices, and principles of motor learning used in the clinical treatment of motor speech disorders.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD533 and CSD535; graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CSD 535 - Aphasia (3 cr.)

    The nature, etiology, assessment, differential diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of aphasia in the adult are presented against a background of models of cortical and subcortical neuropathologies underlying specific deficits of speech, language and communication processes. Children, adolescents and adults will be addressed.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD533
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CSD 536 - Dysphagia (3 cr.)

    This course will provide students with information regarding normal and disordered swallowing/glutition. Anatomy and physiology of swallowing, and the processes of evaluating, diagnosing and treating oropharyngeal dysphagia across the life span will be covered. Students will demonstrate skills in these areas of management. Various technological methods for assessment will be presented. Interdisciplinary concerns and the impacts of ethical and cognitive issues will be discussed.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD 533 
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • CSD 537 - Alternative and Augmentative Communication Systems (3 cr.)

    Application of current literature on alternative/augmentative communication with a focus on assessment and management of the communication abilities of individuals across the lifespan. Topics include: normal communication development; assessment of cognitive, motor, social and communication skills; etiological factors related to the need for AAC; planning of therapeutic strategies and objectives; training and use of AAC in school, hospital, clinical and home settings; use of assistive technology; assessment of intervention efficacy; and multidisciplinary learning in assessment and intervention.
    Prerequisite(s): a college-level course in normal language development
    Semester(s) Offered: Summer
  

  • CSD 539 - Cognitive Rehabilitation (3 cr.)

    This course focuses on the neurological, cognitive, and communicative changes associated with traumatic brain injury, right hemisphere CVA, normal aging, and the dementias. Emphasis will bear on the nature, symptomatology, assessment, and rehabilitation techniques of these cognitive/linguistic disorders.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD533
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CSD 540 - Evaluation in Speech-Language Pathology (0 to 3 cr.)

    Topics include: purposes and types of assessment used in speech-language pathology, standardized and non-standardized assessment, ethics in assessment, gathering case history information, interviewing, counseling, multicultural and linguistic diversity issues, sources of test bias, minimizing bias, psychometric concepts in assessment, test administration and scoring, test interpretation, report writing, and oral structure and function examination.
    Prerequisite(s): graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CSD 542 - Clinical Practicum for Beginning Clinicians (1 cr.)

    Beginning, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center with children or adults displaying communication problems in one or more of the following areas: speech, language, hearing, and swallowing to foster the development of basic clinical skills. Intense supervision will be provided.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • CSD 543 - Clinic Practicum for Intermediate (1 cr.)

    Intermediate, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center with children or adults displaying communication problems in one or more of the following areas: speech, language, hearing, and swallowing to foster the continued development of clinical skills. Moderate supervision will be provided.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD 542   and Graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • CSD 544 - Clinical Practicum (1 cr.)

    Advanced, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center with children or adults displaying communication problems in one or more of the following areas: speech, language, hearing, and swallowing to foster the development of advanced clinical performance and independent application of knowledge. Minimal supervision will be provided.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD 543   and Graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • CSD 545 - Public School Practicum (1 to 6 cr.)

    Advanced, supervised practice in a public or private school setting with children who display communication problems in one or more of the following areas: speech, language, hearing, and swallowing. Moderate to minimal supervision will be provided.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD543 and POI
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • CSD 546 - Clinical Practicum - Off Campus I (3 or 6 cr.)

    Advanced, supervised practice in off-campus sites with children or adults displaying communication problems in one or more of the following areas: speech, language, hearing, and swallowing. Moderate to minimal supervision will be provided. May be repeated up to five times for a total of six credits.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD 543  and POI
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • CSD 547 - Evaluation Clinic (1 cr.)

    Advanced, supervised assessment in the Speech and Hearing Center of children or adults displaying communication problems in one or more of the following areas: speech, language, hearing, and swallowing. Moderate supervision will be provided.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD 540  and CSD 542  
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CSD 548 - Audiology Clinic (1 cr.)

    Beginning, supervised practice in the Speech and Hearing Center with persons displaying communication problems in the area of hearing. Intense supervision will be provided.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • CSD 549 - Thesis Research in Communication Sciences and Disorders (3 cr.)

    Research for master’s degree candidates choosing the thesis option.
  

  • CSD 550 - Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Cognitive Correlates of Communication Disorders (3 cr.)

    Description and exploration of relationships between communication disorders and a variety of social, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive impairments in children and adults; analysis of these deficits with respect to language-learning disabled children, as well as to special populations including autism spectrum disorders, selective mutism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, abused/neglected children; and psychogenic communication disorders. Delineation of assessment and intervention methods, and the roles of the speech/language pathologist in the assessment and management of these disorders as part of a professional team.
    Prerequisite(s): graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CSD 551 - Clinical Practicum - Off Campus II (1, 3, or 6 cr.)

    Advanced, supervised practice in off-campus sites with children or adults displaying communication problems in one or more of the following areas: speech, language, hearing, and swallowing. Moderate to minimal supervision will be provided. May be repeated for a total of six credits.
    Prerequisite(s): CSD543 and POI
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Summer
  

  • CSD 561 - Articulation/Phonological Development and Disorders (3 cr.)

    Application of current literature on articulation and phonological development and disorders focusing on assessment and management in the clinic and the classroom. Topics include: theories of phonological development; assessment and treatment of articulation and phonological impairments across the lifespan; task analysis in the development of therapeutic objectives; evidence-based practice intervention techniques; measuring and maintaining records of progress; and the relationship between literacy, phonology and phonological awareness. Theoretical and clinical issues will be presented and discussed.
    Prerequisite(s): graduate-level standing; a course in phonetics
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CSD 562 - Voice and Voice Disorders (0 to 3 cr.)

    Vocal parameters, normal development, anatomy and physiology of the voice are reviewed. A working knowledge of etiology, pathology, and symptomatology for functional, organic, and psychogenic voice disorders is developed. Instrumentation and non-instrumentation procedures for assessment and treatment are learned. Assessment and treatment of vocal cord dysfunction are presented. Students learn how to test and treat clients with hypernasality. Voice prosthetic approaches for alaryngeal patients are covered.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CSD 563 - Stuttering and Fluency Disorders (3 cr.)

    This course addresses the symptomatology, etiology, assessment, and management of fluency disorders from childhood to adulthood. Working with children as members of families and school environments, special considerations for pre-school and school-aged children, and interactions with children, parents and teachers are emphasized. The most current assessment and treatment approaches for preschool, school-aged, and adolescent/adult stutterers will be taught with consideration given to multicultural populations.
    Prerequisite(s): graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CSD 596 - Teaching Students with Speech-Lang-Disabilities Preschool-12 (3 cr.)

    The course will provide information regarding the requirements for certification as a NYS teacher of the Speech-Language-Hearing Disabled. It will additionally provide DASA (Dignity for All Students Act), School Violence and Prevention, and Child Abuse and Maltreatment training opportunities in satisfaction of the requirements for NYS teacher certification as a TSHLD. NYS federal laws and regulations governing special education, and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s Code of Ethics and Scope of Practice Statements will also be covered. Assessment in communication disorders from preschool to age 21, and creating implementation of goals through the processes of RTI (Response to Intervention), 504 plans, and IEP’s (Individualized Educational Plans) will be covered. Effective Therapy Techniques and models of service delivery in public schools will be provided.
    Prerequisite(s): graduate students in Speech-Language Pathology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • CSD 599 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

    Designed to allow students to conduct research or to investigate a line of study that is unavailable through regular course selection. Under the direct supervision of a faculty sponsor, faculty advisor, department chairperson, and dean. The study may involve a range of approaches from a literature review to an application of theory.

Consumer Economics Mgmt
  

  • CEM 151 - Personal Resource Management (3 cr.)

    Theory and processes of personal resource management. Values clarification, priority setting, realistic goal planning and decision-making are incorporated into management activities. Managing change and planning for the future are emphasized.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): 2.5 GPA.
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CEM 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.
  

  • CEM 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.
  

  • CEM 361 - Personal and Family Finance (3 cr.)

    Financial activities of the individual and family including the development and management of income, expenditures, safeguarding assets and building a successful financial future.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): 2.5 GPA.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CEM 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.
  

  • CEM 496 - Teaching Practicum (0 to 3 cr.)
  

  • CEM 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.

Chemistry
  

  • 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 CHE 101 and CHE 111  for credit. Lecture and laboratory.
    Liberal arts
    Corequisite(s): CHE 101L
    General Education Category: Natural Science and Technology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • 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 CHE101, 111, or 112. Liberal arts.
    General Education Category: Natural Sci Tech NST GE5
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CHE 104 - Math Skills for Chemistry (1 cr.)

    A comprehensive workshop covering the general math and algebra skills needed to succeed in General Chemistry or Fundamental Principles of Chemistry I. This course is designed to guide the student through the process of learning how to solve the types of problems specific to general chemistry. This includes the use of calculators, order of operations, solving for an unknown variable, solving multiple equations and the use of unit conversion factors. The course is offered during the first five weeks of the fall semester and can be taken concurrently with CHE 101  or CHE 111 .
    Liberal arts
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CHE 106 - Studies in General Chemistry I (3 cr.)

    First semester of a two-course sequence that covers the same material as CHE 111 , but also includes an extensive review of basic algebraic skills and techniques, methods for solving chemistry word problems, and study skills. Concepts emphasized include units, weights and measurement, use of conversion factors, atomic structure, periodic trends, ionic compounds and molecules, naming of chemical compounds and Lewis Structures. A student may not receive credit for both CHE 106 and CHE 111  or CHE 106 and CHE 101 .
    Liberal arts
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CHE 107 - Studies in General Chemistry II (4 cr.)

    Second semester of a two-course sequence that covers the same material as CHE 111 , but also includes an extensive review of basic algebraic skills and techniques, methods for solving chemistry word problems, and study skills. Concepts emphasized include Lewis Structures, shapes of molecules, writing and using stoichiometry of chemical reactions, solution chemistry, energy changes with chemical reactions and the study of gases. A student may not receive credit for both CHE 106  and CHE 111  or CHE 106  and CHE 101 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): Majors only (8060, 8062, 0908, 0057)
    Corequisite(s): CHE107L
    General Education Category: Natural Science and Technology
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • 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 CHE 111 for credit. Lecture/laboratory.
    Liberal arts
    Corequisite(s): CHE111L
    General Education Category: Natural Science and Technology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
  

  • 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.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C in CHE 111 .
    Corequisite(s): CHE 112L
    General Education Category: Natural Science and Technology
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • 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.
  

  • 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. Lecture and laboratory. 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 .
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C in CHE 112 .
    Corequisite(s): CHE 240L
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • 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 ).
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 112 .
    Corequisite(s): CHE 241L
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • 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.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 241 .
    Corequisite(s): CHE 242L
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • 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 CHE 271 if they have completed a semester of organic chemistry, CHE 371 , or CHE 401 . Lecture/laboratory.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 101  with a grade of C or higher.
    Corequisite(s): CHE 271L
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • 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.
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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 and laboratory.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C in CHE 112 , and MAT224 (or MAT 221 ).
    Corequisite(s): CHE 321L
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • 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 Spring
  

  • 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.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 240  or CHE 242 .
    Corequisite(s): CHE 371L
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • 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. Approved AWR.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 , junior standing and completion of 16 credits of CHE courses.
    General Education Category: Oral Expression
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • 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.
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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/laboratory.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 112 ; CHE 321  or CHE 242 ; and MAT 225  or MAT 222 .
    Corequisite(s): CHE 421L
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • 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
  

  • 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 .
    Corequisite(s): CHE 430L
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • 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/laboratory.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 430 .
    Corequisite(s): CHE 451  or CHE 455 . CHE 431L
    Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
  

  • CHE 435 - Topics in Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (3 cr.)

    Consideration of topics in inorganic such as: organometallic structure, bonding and reactivity; bioinorganic models, enzymatic processes with metalloenzymes; solid-state chemistry; nanoscience; group theory and chemistry of the main group elements. Topics chosen by instructor.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 431  and CHE 452  or CHE 456 .
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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
  

  • 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 .
    Corequisite(s): CHE 456L
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • 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 .
  

  • 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.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • 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.
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CHE 485 - Physical Biochemistry (3 cr.)

    Topics covered include: protein architecture and folding; nucleic acid structures and energetics; structure determination by X-ray crystallography and NMR; biological spectroscopy with emphasis on absorption, fluorescence, and NMR spectroscopies; and the kinetics and thermodynamics of protein-ligand interactions. Extended topics will include proteomics, biocalorimetry, hydrodynamics and fourier transform mass spectrometry.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 222  or MAT 225 , CHE 242 .
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • 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
  

  • CHE 495 - Undergraduate Research (1 to 6 cr.)

    Laboratory research project individually arranged between student and faculty sponsor. Formal reports of research results within the context of previous scientific work are required to be submitted to the sponsor and the department at the completion of the work. Approval for the proposed experience is obtained following established Arts and Science procedures. Course may be repeated.
    Liberal arts
    Prerequisite(s): 2.67 major GPA.
    Corequisite(s): CHE 391  
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CHE 496 - Laboratory Teaching Experience I/II (1 to 3 cr.)

    Planning of a lesson, preparation of laboratory materials, chemical demonstrations, and expositions of laboratory protocols in conjunction with a laboratory instructor. Learning objective and valid assessment development. Formal written report for department and sponsor is required at the end of the experience describing how the course learning objectives were achieved. May be repeated once as CHE496: Teaching Experience II.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above; minimum GPA in major of 3.0; POI; permission of chair of the department.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CHE 498 - Internship (1 to 3 cr.)

    Practical field experience in an area of chemical or biochemical study. Learning outcomes developed in agreement between faculty sponsor and field supervisor. Appropriate application material including a comprehensive learning contract and a final written report to the department and faculty sponsor is required. Note: each credit hour requires three hours of on-site experience.
  

  • CHE 499 - Independent Study (0 to 15 cr.)

    Library-based research project or independent course tutorial individually arranged between student and faculty sponsor. If library-based, a formal report of the results within the context of previous scientific work is required to be submitted to the sponsor and the department at the completion of the work. Approval for the proposed experience is obtained following established Arts and Science procedures. Course may be repeated.
    Liberal arts
  

  • CHE 501 - Biochemistry I (3 cr.)

    The molecular nature of life, and the structure and chemistry of the four classes of biomolecules: carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and nucleic acids. Integration of chemical and biological principles in understanding the theoretical underpinnings of the field. Students that took CHE 401  as an undergraduate may not get credit for this course.
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 240  or CHE 242  or equivalent; BIO 101  or equivalent recommended.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall
  

  • CHE 502 - Biochemistry II (3 cr.)

    This is the second course in a two-semester sequence in biochemistry for graduate students. Survey of the major topics in biochemistry: biological processes in chemical terms; metabolism, and chemical regulation, and information transfer. Students that took CHE 402  as an undergraduate may not get credit for this course.
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 501  or equivalent or POI.
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CHE 505 - Mini-Topics in Chemistry (1 to 2 cr.)

    Advanced topics in chemistry selected by the instructor. Integration of core concepts required to address chemical problems appropriate to a graduate level. Examples of topics: Advanced Pulsing Techniques in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Polymer Chemistry, Nanoscience, Organomettalic Chemistry, Biosynthesis, Computational Chemistry, etc. Course can be lecture or laboratory.
  

  • CHE 585 - Physical Biochemistry (3 cr.)

    An advanced course in the physical properties of biological macromolecules and the methods used to analyze their structure and function. Topics covered include: protein architecture and folding; nucleic acid structures and energetics; structure determination by X-ray crystallography and NMR; biological spectroscopy with emphasis on absorption, fluorescence, and NMR spectroscopies; and the kinetics and thermodynamics of protein-ligand interactions. Extended topics will include proteomics, biocalorimetry, hydrodynamics and fourier transform mass spectrometry. It is expected that students will be exposed to all of the areas covered in physical chemistry with a biological flavor and will appreciate the multidisciplinary nature of this topic. A special topic paper and presentation will be expected as part of the required work. Students that took CHE485 as an undergraduate may not get credit for this course.
    Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate biochemistry course equivalent to CHE 401  or permission of the instructor.
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CHE 595 - Graduate Research (1 to 6 cr.)

    Laboratory research project individually arranged between student and faculty sponsor. Designed as a vehicle for students to complete the necessary laboratory work for a Master’s Thesis or “significant” research paper. Approval for the proposed experience is obtained following established Arts and Science procedures. Course may be repeated.
  

  • CHE 598 - Chemistry Internship (1 to 9 cr.)

    Practical field experience as a professional staff scientist in an area of chemical or biochemical study. Learning outcomes developed in agreement between faculty sponsor and field supervisor. Appropriate application material including a comprehensive learning contract and a final written report to the Department and Faculty Sponsor is required. May be taken for liberal arts credit. Note: each credit hour requires 40 total hours of onsite experience in a given semester.

Counseling
  

  • CLG 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.
  

  • CLG 210 - Understanding Leaders and Leadership (3 cr.)

    Exploration of general leadership concepts, personal skills development, leadership in organizations and contemporary leadership issues.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CLG 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.
  

  • CLG 310 - Peer Education (3 cr.)

    Designed to train students as peer educators by exploring leadership, communication skills and relevant developmental issues. Students will plan, deliver and evaluate educational workshops for a diverse campus community.
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CLG 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.
  

  • CLG 402 - Introduction to Counseling Techniques (3 cr.)

    Theories and skills of counseling applied to the resolution of personal, educational and vocational problems of clients, with emphasis on interpersonal factors characterizing the counseling interaction.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, preference granted to HDF majors
    Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
  

  • CLG 403 - Applied Counseling Techniques (3 cr.)

    An overview of the application of the most widely used counseling techniques for a variety of settings and clients.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, POI, preference given to HDF majors.
    Semester(s) Offered: Spring
  

  • CLG 426 - Special Topics in Counseling (1 to 3 cr.)

    Selected topics of special and/or emerging concern to students interested in entering the school, student affairs, or clinical mental health counseling fields. (As needed).
 

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