Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Earth Science
Students on Summer 2022, Fall 2022, or Spring 2023 requirements EASCIBS
The Bachelor of Science in Earth Science provides training for those who want to become professional geologists and seek careers in the application of earth sciences to the minerals, energy, and environmental industries as well as federal and state agencies, research laboratories, and postsecondary education.
Requirements
The major requires at least 43 credit hours (70 with the Addenda requirements), including the requirements listed below.
- Introductory Course. One (1) course:
- EAS-E 103 Earth Science: Materials and Process
- EAS-E 104 Evolution of the Earth
- EAS-E 105 Earth: Our Habitable Planet
- EAS-E 111 Journey to the Center of the Earth
- EAS-E 112 Historical Geology
- EAS-E 114 Dinosaurs and Their Relatives
- EAS-E 116 Our Planet and Its Future
- EAS-E 118 Sustainability in Water Resources
- EAS-E 121 Origin and Evolution of Mars and Rocky Planetary Bodies
- EAS-E 122 Earth's Dynamic Atmosphere
- EAS-E 129 Introductory Geology in the Rocky Mountains
- EAS-E 131 Oceans and Our Global Environment
- EAS-E 138 Geology of State and National Parks Revealed
- EAS-E 141 Earthquakes and Volcanoes
- EAS-E 144 Extreme Weather and Its Impacts
- EAS-E 161 Earth Resources
- EAS-E 171 Environmental Geology in the Twenty-first Century
- EAS-E 188 Volcanoes of the Sierra Nevada
- EAS-E 190 The Evolving Earth
EAS-E 103 Earth Science: Materials and Process
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to origin and classification of minerals and rocks. Relationships among rock types, rock structures, surficial geologic processes of running water, subsurface water, glaciation, wind, waves, tides and landform evolution. Geologic time. Internal process volcanism, plutonism. Plate tectonics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 103, EAS-E 111, GEOL-G 103, or GEOL-G 111.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 104 Evolution of the Earth
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Earth's history interpreted through 4.5 billion years. Deductive approach to understanding the significance of rocks and fossils and reconstructing the plate-tectonic origin of mountains, continents, and ocean basins. A survey of events in earth's evolution relevant to contemporary environmental concerns. Two lectures and one laboratory each week.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 104 or GEOL-G 104.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 105 Earth: Our Habitable Planet
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to planet Earth as a dynamic and complex global system. Course materials will demonstrate physical and chemical linkages between biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere that directly impact lifestyles of human populations at time scales of years to centuries. Lecture and lab.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 105 or GEOL-G 105.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 111 Journey to the Center of the Earth
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Discover the story hidden within the rocks. Students will explore the forces that shape the Earth, both deep within and here at the surface, and will learn how to interpret Earth's history through the rock record. Two lectures and one laboratory per week.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 103, EAS-E 111, GEOL-G 103, or GEOL-G 111.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 112 Historical Geology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 111 or GEOL-G 111; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Principles of interpreting earth history from geological data. Geologic time, biological evolution, plate tectonics, and ancient environments.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 112 or GEOL-G 112.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 114 Dinosaurs and Their Relatives
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Origin and evolution of vertebrates including dinosaurs and their distant relatives such as fish, amphibians, birds, and mammals. Course will focus on dinosaur evolution, paleobiology, paleoecology, and extinction. The scientific method and quantitative and qualitative methodologies will be presented. Two lectures and one demonstration each week.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 114 or GEOL-G 114.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 116 Our Planet and Its Future
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- The interaction between geologic and environmental processes in the earth. Special emphasis on how these processes affect public policies and laws. Multimedia exercises and videotape presentations (made specifically for this course) are included. Two lectures and one discussion section/laboratory per week.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 116 or GEOL-G 116.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 118 Sustainability in Water Resources
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- We can live without gold or oil but can we live without water? A dependable supply of fresh water is the ultimate limit of sustainability but this resource is increasingly at risk. Explores the Earth's hydrological cycle and the relationships between water and health and water and wars.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 118 or GEOL-G 118.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 121 Origin and Evolution of Mars and Rocky Planetary Bodies
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Our current understanding of Mars is derived from the study of meteorites, lunar samples, geology, space probes, and landed rovers. Geological processes that are operative on Earth are also operative on Mars and similar planetary bodies, but differing boundary conditions have generated distinct outcomes. These differences have implications for the likelihood of finding life on Mars.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 121 or GEOL-G 121.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 122 Earth's Dynamic Atmosphere
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Explore Earth's dynamic weather and climate and the driving forces behind them. Students will gain an understanding of various atmospheric phenomena. Why is it hot one day and cold the next? What causes Earth's climate to change? Two lectures and one laboratory per week.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 122, GEOG-G 109, or GEOL-G 122.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 129 Introductory Geology in the Rocky Mountains
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- One college-level course in chemistry
- Description
- Concepts of geology taught in the field. Formation of minerals and rocks; surficial and subsurface geologic processes responsible for deformation, erosion, deposition, and landscape evolution; plate tectonics; geologic time; biological evolution, and reconstruction of ancient environments. Interpretation of earth processes from geological data with the goal of deciphering earth history.
- Repeatability
- Credit only given for one of EAS-E 129 or GEOL-G 129.
EAS-E 131 Oceans and Our Global Environment
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to oceanography, with emphasis on ocean-atmospheric interaction and global climate, plate tectonics and morphology of the ocean basins, marine geology, energy resources, environmental problems due to sea-level rise, coastal erosion, oil spills, and life in the sea. Two lectures and one laboratory each week.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 131 or GEOL-G 131.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 138 Geology of State and National Parks Revealed
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- This course introduces principles of historical, physical, and environmental geology by examining select state and national parklands that showcase the many dynamic Earth processes that help shape the Earth's surface. Additionally, emphasis is placed on the protection and degradation of natural resources within the parks. One required field trip.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 138 or GEOL-G 138.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 141 Earthquakes and Volcanoes
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Examination of the causes and effects of earthquakes and volcanic activity. Impacts of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, including secondary effects such as landslides, mudflows, and tsunamis; climactic effects; energy/mineral resources; and social disruption. Mitigation of effects of natural disasters. Two lectures and one laboratory per week.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 141 or GEOL-G 141.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourseFall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 144 Extreme Weather and Its Impacts
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces a range of natural disasters and extreme weather phenomena that span regions, seasons, and origins. Emphasizes the ingredients and causes of each phenomenon, as well as their physical and societal impacts. Types of disasters include floods, droughts and wildfires, thunderstorms and tornadoes, and hurricanes.
- Grading
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 144 or GEOL-G 144.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 161 Earth Resources
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- An overview of the location, genesis, extraction, utilization of, and exploration for natural resources, including petroleum, coal, uranium, industrial minerals, gems, and metallic ores. Environmental issues related to resource extraction and processing, and the role of mineral and energy reserves in international economics are examined. Two lectures and one laboratory per week.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 161 and GEOL-G 161.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 171 Environmental Geology in the Twenty-first Century
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Exploration and examination of such natural and human-induced geologic hazards as earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, coastal erosion and subsidence. Study of the management and disposal of solid, chemical waste including acid-mine drainage and its environmental impact on resources in today's world.
- Repeatability
- Credit only given for only one of EAS-E 171 or GEOL-G 171.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 188 Volcanoes of the Sierra Nevada
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor
- Description
- Introductory-level field course. Introduces students to the natural history of the eastern Sierra Nevada mountains. Focuses on the geological processes, natural hazards, and environmental issues facing a unique and environmentally sensitive area of the western United States.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 188 or GEOL-G 188.
EAS-E 190 The Evolving Earth
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Processes that have produced the Earth and are continuing to change it. Topics include origin and evolution of life, dynamic forces within the Earth (earthquakes and volcanism), geological sources of energy, and the effect of humans on the geologic environment. Occasional field trips.
- Grading
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 190 or GEOL-G 190.
- Core Requirements.
- Earth Materials. One (1) course:
- EAS-E 225 Earth Materials
EAS-E 225 Earth Materials
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- This course sequentially considers minerals, rocks, sediments, and soils; the materials that comprise the solid earth. The distribution and environmental significance of these materials are studied, as are their chemical and physical interactions with groundwater and plants. Three 50-minute lectures and one 2-hour laboratory per week. Laboratory attendance is required.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 221, EAS-E 225, GEOL-G 221, or GEOL-G 225 .
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
- Earth Processes. One (1) course:
- EAS-E 226 Earth Processes
EAS-E 226 Earth Processes
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to the processes that shape our planet, the composition and structure of Earth, and the erosion and deposition of sediments at the surface. Study of processes ranging from forces driving plate motion, fluid flow in and on the earth, crustal deformation and mountain building, erosion of source terrain, the transport system, and the depositional record.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 226 or GEOL-G 226.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
- Earth Climate. One (1) course:
- EAS-E 227 Earth Climate and History
EAS-E 227 Earth Climate and History
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Earth's climate is linked to geological processes and life on our planet. Covers climate systems in the context of changes in continents, atmospheric composition, and life on land and in the oceans. Focuses on interactions between humans and climate and how climate and its variability are tied to Earth systems.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 227 or GEOL-G 227.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
- Data Analysis. One (1) course:
- EAS-E 314 Data Analysis for Earth Science
EAS-E 314 Data Analysis for Earth Science
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211
- Description
- Introduction to processing, visualizing, and interpreting data using scientific computing techniques used in Earth science fields. Includes univariate and multivariate statistics, time-series analysis, signal processing and filtering, spatial data analysis, and computational methods such as regression, Taylor series truncation, accumulating error, interpolation, differentiation, and integration.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 314 or GEOL-G 314.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
- Sedimentation and Tectonics. One (1) course:
- EAS-E 333 Sedimentation and Tectonics
EAS-E 333 Sedimentation and Tectonics
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- One of EAS-E 225 or GEOL-G 225; and one of EAS-E 226 or GEOL-G 226
- Description
- Integrative treatment of sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology. Examines links between tectonic deformation processes and the resulting sediment that forms the stratigraphic rock record. Description of sedimentary rocks, from basic features at the bed-scale to scales of sedimentary basins. Learning and applying the facies concept and using stratigraphic principles to correlate facies across sedimentary basins.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 333, EAS-E 334, GEOL-G 333, or GEOL-G 334.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
- Field Experience. One (1) course:
- EAS-X 429 Field Geology in the Rocky Mountains
- EAS-X 479 Geology, Hydrology and Geochemistry in the Rocky Mountains
EAS-X 429 Field Geology in the Rocky Mountains
- Credits
- 5–8 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 322, EAS-E 323, GEOL-G 222, or GEOL-G 323
- Description
- Six weeks, including five weeks at the Geologic Field Station in Montana. Geologic reconnaissance, measurement of stratigraphic sections, mapping on aerial photographs, construction of structure sections. Regional geomorphology, stratigraphy, and structure through South Dakota, the Black Hills, Wyoming, Montana, Yellowstone Park, and Glacier Park.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-X 429, GEOL-G 429, or GEOL-X 429.
EAS-X 479 Geology, Hydrology and Geochemistry in the Rocky Mountains
- Credits
- 6
- Prerequisites
- At least 22 credit hours of coursework in earth science or consent of instructor
- Description
- Surface and near-surface environmental processes are examined within the geologic setting of the IU Judson Mead Geologic Field Station. Components of the Willow Creek Demonstration Watershed are studied within the same general field areas to illustrate their interconnectedness. Includes trips in and around Yellowstone National Park and Butte, Montana.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-X 479, GEOL-G 433, or GEOL-X 479.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
- Earth Materials. One (1) course:
- Advanced Electives.
- 300-Level Electives. Two (2) courses:
- EAS-A 332 Atmospheric Thermodynamics & Cloud Processes
- EAS-A 339 Weather Analysis and Forecasting
- EAS-A 347 Instrumentation for Atmospheric Science
- EAS-A 364 Dynamic Meteorology 1
- EAS-E 302 Development of the Global Environment
- EAS-E 308 Paleontology and Geology of Indiana
- EAS-E 316 Mineral Fuels and Materials
- EAS-E 322 Introduction to Petrology
- EAS-E 323 Structural Geology
- EAS-E 330 Human Impacts on Earth Systems: Quantifying Impacts, Designing Solutions
- EAS-E 334 Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
- EAS-E 341 Natural History of Coral Reefs
- EAS-E 351 Elements of Hydrology
- EAS-E 390 Geoarchaeology
- EAS-E 399 Reading for Honors
EAS-A 332 Atmospheric Thermodynamics & Cloud Processes
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211; and one of EAS-E 122, GEOG-G 109, or GEOL-G 122
- Description
- Earth's weather and climate are controlled by how heat and moisture move in the atmosphere. In this course, students learn and apply the basic physical laws that govern those processes. Topics include thermodynamic laws, principles of atmospheric stability, phase changes of water, nucleation of cloud droplets and the growth of clouds, and the use of common meteorological tools and data to interpret cloud and precipitation behavior.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-A 332 or GEOL-G 332.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-A 339 Weather Analysis and Forecasting
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 122, GEOG-G 109, GEOL-G 107, or GEOL-G 122; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Analysis and interpretation of meteorological data with a focus on forecasting applications for the mid-latitudes. Students learn the practical skills that weather forecasters use.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-A 339, GEOG-G 339, or GEOL-G 339.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-A 347 Instrumentation for Atmospheric Science
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces the principles of atmospheric measurement including sampling strategies, instrumentation and data analysis to quantify atmospheric variables and processes. Covers standard meteorological techniques: ground-based, satellite and airborne remote sensing; atmospheric chemistry and aerosol measurements. Research projects in experimental design will employ field and laboratory equipment to investigate climatological and meteorological principles.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-A 347 or GEOL-G 347.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-A 364 Dynamic Meteorology 1
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-A 340 or GEOL-G 340 or GEOG-G 304
- Description
- The atmospheric-boundary layer is the interface between the free atmosphere and the surface. Basic meteorological theory for processes in the atmospheric boundary-layer that scale from the microscale to the mesoscale. Aerodynamic and energy budget concepts. Development and application of boundary-layer models and associated parameterizations. Lecture and laboratory format.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-A 364, GEOG-G 362, or GEOL-G 364.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 302 Development of the Global Environment
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- One semester of college chemistry, physics, or astronomy; MATH-M 118 or equivalent
- Description
- Origin of the chemical elements, formation of the solar system and planets, development of the terrestrial atmosphere and rise of atmospheric oxygen, evolution of complex life and prospects for the future of our planet.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 302 or GEOL-G 302.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 308 Paleontology and Geology of Indiana
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Paleontology and sedimentary geology with a regional focus, emphasizing life, the sedimentary record, changing paleo-environments, and the origin of Indiana's modern landscape, faunas and floras, and natural resources. Labs include fossil identification and analyses of paleontological, stratigraphic and sedimentological data. Occasional field trips.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 308 or GEOL-G 308.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 316 Mineral Fuels and Materials
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 225 or GEOL-G 225
- Description
- Origin of petroleum, coal, industrial minerals, and ore deposits; reserves, resources, and future needs; history, economic, and environmental considerations; national minerals policy; and international aspects of energy and raw materials distribution.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 316 or GEOL-G 316.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 322 Introduction to Petrology
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 225 or GEOL-G 225
- Description
- Study of the principal representatives of the major chemical groups of minerals. Emphasis on rock-forming and useful minerals, their crystal structure, chemistry, physical properties, association, and occurrence. Study of major rock types. Two lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. II Sem.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 322 or GEOL-G 222.
EAS-E 323 Structural Geology
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- One of EAS-E 104, EAS-E 122, GEOL-G 104, or GEOL-G 112
- Notes
- P or C: EAS-E 222 or GEOL-G 222
- Description
- Nature and origin of primary and secondary structural features of the Earth's crust, with emphasis on mechanics of deformation and origin, and three-dimensional problems illustrating structural concepts.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 323 or GEOL-G 323.
EAS-E 330 Human Impacts on Earth Systems: Quantifying Impacts, Designing Solutions
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 225 or EAS-E 226; CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-J 117; BIOL-L 111 or BIOL-L 112; and MATH-M 119, MATH-M 120, MATH-M 211, MATH-M 212, MATH-S 211, or MATH-S 212; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Earth resources are important for human existence. However, their extraction and use often have significant consequences. As population grows and technologies advance, the demand for and consequences of using Earth materials increase. This course analyzes the benefits and problems of Earth materials usage and designs realistic solutions for the problems.
EAS-E 334 Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 222 or GEOL-G 222
- Description
- Processes and factors influencing genesis of sedimentary particles and their deposition. Interpretation of depositional environments. Sedimentary facies and interpretation of stratigraphic record from outcrop, core sequence, and remote sensing.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 334 or GEOL-G 334.
EAS-E 341 Natural History of Coral Reefs
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- One course from the General Education Natural and Mathematical Sciences course list or one course from the General Education Social and Historical Studies course list
- Description
- Evolutionary history of reef ecosystems through geologic time inclusive of reef composition and global distribution, modern reef development, conservation and management practices, and the persistence of the reef ecosystem through climate change scenarios. Covers biologic, ecologic, and geologic principles as they pertain to coral reef ecosystems.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 341 or GEOL-G 341.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 351 Elements of Hydrology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-V 119; and PHYS-P 110; or consent of instructor.
- Description
- An intensive survey of Earth\'s water resources, focusing on the first principles that govern surface water and groundwater and the techniques used in the field for hydrology.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 351 or GEOL-G 351.
EAS-E 390 Geoarchaeology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Geoarchaeology is designed to provide students with an introduction to the geological principles, methods and theories relevant to archaeological research and deciphering human landscapes. The class incorporates hands-on experiences with aspects of research design. Participants will study geochronology, site formation processes, geomorphology, sediments, soils, stratigraphy and paleoenvironmental reconstruction.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of ANTH-P 390, EAS-E 390, or GEOL-G 390.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 399 Reading for Honors
- Credits
- 1–6 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Approval of departmental honors advisor
- Description
- None
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours in EAS-E 399 and GEOL-G 399.
- 400-Level Electives. Four (4) courses:
- EAS-A 434 Dynamic Meteorology 2
- EAS-A 437 Advanced Synoptic Meteorology and Climatology
- EAS-A 460 Mesoscale Meteorology
- EAS-A 466 Hydrometeorology
- EAS-A 474 Topics in Atmospheric Science (approved topics only; see academic advisor)
- EAS-A 476 Climate Change Science
- EAS-E 406 Introduction to Geochemistry
- EAS-E 411 Invertebrate Paleontology
- EAS-E 412 Introduction to Vertebrate Paleontology
- EAS-E 415 Principles of Geomorphology
- EAS-E 416 Economic Geology
- EAS-E 417 Optical Mineralogy
- EAS-E 418 Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology
- EAS-E 423 Methods in Applied Geophysics
- EAS-E 424 Geographic Information Systems Applications in Geology
- EAS-E 426 Field Techniques in Basin Analysis
- EAS-E 430 Environmental and Energy Diplomacy
- EAS-E 432 Virtual Geosciences Field Camp - Northern Rocky Mountains
- EAS-E 435 Glacial and Quaternary Geology
- EAS-E 444 Methods in Analytical Geochemistry
- EAS-E 448 Sustainable Energy Systems
- EAS-E 451 Principles of Hydrogeology
- EAS-E 454 Fundamentals of Plate Tectonics
- EAS-E 470 Micrometeorology
- EAS-E 486 Aqueous Chemistry and Modeling
- EAS-E 488 Paleoclimatology: A Geological Record of Earth's Climate History
- EAS-E 490 Undergraduate Seminar
- EAS-E 491 Physical Sedimentology
- EAS-E 499 Honors Research in Geology
EAS-A 434 Dynamic Meteorology 2
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- One of EAS-A 339, EAS-A 364, GEOG-G 339, or GEOG-G 364; and one of MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212; and one of PHYS-H 221 or PHYS-P 221
- Description
- Introduction to dynamical processes at the synoptic to global scales. Principles of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics and their application to the atmosphere. Basic conservation laws and equations of motion. Topics covered also include planetary waves and blocking mechanisms, teleconnections, and the global general circulation.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-A 434, GEOG-G 431, or GEOL-G 434.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-A 437 Advanced Synoptic Meteorology and Climatology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-A 339, EAS-A 340, GEOG-G 304, GEOG-G 339, GEOL-G 339, or GEOL-G 340; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Analysis and prediction of synoptic scale weather systems, emphasizing the mid-latitudes. Other topics include severe weather and atmospheric/oceanic teleconnections.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-A 437, GEOG-G 433, or GEOL-G 437.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-A 460 Mesoscale Meteorology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-A 332, EAS-A 339, EAS-A 340, or EAS-A 364, or permission of instructor
- Description
- Introduces the processes that govern the complex phenomena produced on the mesoscale and how they range in size from cold fronts and hurricanes to thunderstorms and tornadoes. Investigates how the phenomena develop, propagate, and dissipate.
EAS-A 466 Hydrometeorology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-A 340, GEOG-G 304, GEOG-G 339, GEOL-G 339, or GEOL-G 340
- Description
- Hydrometeorology is a branch of meteorology that deals with problems involving the hydrologic cycle, the water budget, and the rainfall statistics of storms. Students gain experience with the physics controlling these processes and with the tools and techniques used to observe and predict hydrometeorological processes.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-A 466 or GEOL-G 466.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-A 474 Topics in Atmospheric Science
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- An overview of methods, peer-reviewed studies, national reports, and international reports that inform our understanding of the detection, attribution, and projection of changes in extreme weather.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 9 credit hours in EAS-A 474 and GEOL-G 474.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-A 476 Climate Change Science
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: At least two college-level physical science courses or other experience reading and interpreting scientific data
- Description
- Evidence for and theories of climate change over a range of time scales. Sources of natural climate forcing are presented, historical evolution of climate change is quantified, and model tools and climate projections are presented along with analyses of climate change impacts.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-A 476, GEOG-G 475, or GEOL-G 476.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 406 Introduction to Geochemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Description
- Interactions between geology, chemistry, and biology in natural systems. Explores biogeochemical processes on small scales and in terms of global cycles, as well as human impacts on biogeochemical cycling.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 406 and GEOL-G 406.
EAS-E 411 Invertebrate Paleontology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- One course from the General Education Natural and Mathematical Sciences course list
- Description
- Structure, classification, habitats, and geological history and significance of the invertebrate phyla. Laboratory study of fossils.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 411 or GEOL-G 411.
EAS-E 412 Introduction to Vertebrate Paleontology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- One course from the General Education Natural and Mathematical Sciences course list
- Description
- Fossil record, comparative morphology, phylogeny, biogeography, and paleoecology of the major vertebrate groups. Functional modifications of the vertebrate skeleton for existence in various aquatic and terrestrial environments. Laboratory study of recent and fossil osteological specimens. Field trip to a museum with a major vertebrate paleontology collection.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 412 and GEOL-G 412.
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EAS-E 415 Principles of Geomorphology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 226 or GEOL-G 226
- Description
- Covers how and why topography develops across a range of Earth environments. Explores how major earth systems, such as tectonics and climate, influence erosion, sediment transport, and topography, as well as the importance of geomorphology to societal needs ranging from natural hazards to landscape management and restoration.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 415 or GEOL-G 415.
EAS-E 416 Economic Geology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 225 or GEOL-G 225; and EAS-E 226 or GEOL-G 226; and CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Description
- Origin, geologic occurrence, distribution, use, and conservation of important geologic natural resources. Metallic minerals; industrial minerals and rocks; coal, petroleum, natural gas, and other energy resources.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 416 and GEOL-G 416.
EAS-E 417 Optical Mineralogy
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 225 or GEOL-G 225
- Description
- Theory and use of optics in the identification and classification of rock-forming minerals in fragments and thin sections.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 417 or GEOL-G 417.
EAS-E 418 Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 225 or GEOL-G 225
- Description
- Covers the petrogenesis of igneous and metamorphic rock. Emphasizes the application of modern petrographic, mineralogic, geochemical and phase equilibria techniques to the solution of relevant petrologic problems through lectures and lab work.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 418 or GEOL-G 418
EAS-E 423 Methods in Applied Geophysics
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 221 or PHYS-P 221
- Description
- Fundamentals and application of geophysics to geologic problems; emphasis on geophysical exploration. Occasional laboratory demonstrations or problems and field work.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 423 and GEOL-G 423.
EAS-E 424 Geographic Information Systems Applications in Geology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Concepts and use of geographic information systems (GIS) and global positioning system (GPS) technologies are introduced during intensive laboratory sessions. Fieldwork, conducted in the Indiana University Research and Teaching Preserve, involves mapping of pertinent features using GPS units followed by additional data collection aimed at attributing specific mapped features.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 424 or GEOL-G 424.
EAS-E 426 Field Techniques in Basin Analysis
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 334 or GEOL-G 334. R: EAS-E 323 or GEOL-G 323
- Description
- Instruction in sedimentological techniques including facies, paleocurrent and provenance analysis; measured sections, facies mapping and approaches to regional study of sedimentary basins in the field. Application of these techniques to actual field problems in basin analysis.
- Repeatability
- GEOL-G 426 or EAS-E 426 may be taken multiple times in consecutive or concurrent terms for a maximum of 3 credit hours.
EAS-E 430 Environmental and Energy Diplomacy
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Explores the practical applications of scientific and technical expertise to U.S. foreign policy. Part of the State Department's "Diplomacy Lab," which engages university classes as consultants to State Department offices/embassies to address current issues in environmental and energy policy.
EAS-E 432 Virtual Geosciences Field Camp - Northern Rocky Mountains
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 225, EAS-E 226, and EAS-E 333
- Description
- An immersive virtual capstone field course integrating geoscience sub-disciplines to solve complex 4-dimensional problems. Teaches geoscience skills, critical thinking, project management, problem solving, etc. This course is intended for students who cannot take an intensive course in the field.
EAS-E 435 Glacial and Quaternary Geology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 111 or GEOL-G 111; and one of EAS-E 334, EAS-E 415, GEOL-G 334, or GEOL-G 415; or consent of instructor
- Description
- The Quaternary Period is examined with a focus upon the last glaciation with specific reference to Northwest Indiana. Topics include glacier processes, glacial sediments, glacial landforms and landform assemblages, specific glacial lake processes, sediments and drainage events, dating methods, soil mechanics and environmental applications. Field trips are mandatory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 435 or GEOL-G 435.
EAS-E 444 Methods in Analytical Geochemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 103, CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Description
- An overview of basic collection and preparation of water, soil, and geologic materials for analysis by analytical geochemistry techniques for environmental and exploration geology, and geochemistry applications. Techniques include Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), Atomic Spectrometry Absorption (AAS) by flame and graphite furnace, X-ray fluorescence, and Leco carbon and sulfur concentration determinations.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 444 or GEOL-G 444.
EAS-E 448 Sustainable Energy Systems
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Junior standing or consent of instructor
- Description
- Examination of current energy use and the role of renewable energy resources in meeting future demand. Covers the physical and technological basis for geothermal, wind, solar, hydro and marine energy, in addition to the environmental, economic, and social impacts of developing and utilizing these sustainable resources.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 448, GEOG-G 442, or GEOL-G 448.
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EAS-E 451 Principles of Hydrogeology
- Credits
- 2–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; and MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211
- Description
- Physical and chemical properties of water; chemical equilibria and stable isotopes in groundwaters; acid drainage, landfills, and agricultural pollution; Darcy's Law, fluid potential, unsaturated flow; fluid and aquifer properties affecting groundwater flow; fluid mass-balance equation and its application; contaminant transport.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 451 and GEOL-G 451.
EAS-E 454 Fundamentals of Plate Tectonics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 333 or GEOL-G 333
- Description
- Synthesis of observations from diverse disciplines of geology leading to the development of modern plate tectonic theory. Applications of plate tectonic principles to fundamental problems of continental and marine geology.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 454 or GEOL-G 454.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
EAS-E 470 Micrometeorology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-A 340, GEOG-G 304, or GEOL-G 340; and MATH-M 211 and MATH-M 212; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Atmospheric processes at the micro and local scale. Topics include energy and mass exchange over simple nonvegetated surfaces, vegetated surfaces, nonuniform terrain, and inadvertent climate modification.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 470, GEOG-G 470, or GEOL-G 470.
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EAS-E 486 Aqueous Chemistry and Modeling
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduces principles of chemical reactions in geological systems and processes. Covers calculation of mineral solubility, construction of pH-Eh diagrams, and simulation of laboratory experiments with chemical modeling software. Provides practice in the skills necessary for interpretation of water chemistry data, acquired from the field and laboratory experiments, in support of thesis research.
EAS-E 488 Paleoclimatology: A Geological Record of Earth's Climate History
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- EAS-E 227; or at least 3 EAS-prefixed courses at the 200-level or higher
- Description
- Examines how Earth's climate has varied over geological time based on evidence from rock records. Explores varied approaches to reconstruction of past climates based on evidence contained in the records from sedimentary sequences and fossil occurrences, complemented by insights provided by geochemical data.
EAS-E 490 Undergraduate Seminar
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Open to junior and senior majors by special consent
- Description
- Readings and discussion of selected topics.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 completions and 18 credit hours of EAS-E 490 or GEOL-G 490.
EAS-E 491 Physical Sedimentology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Covers dynamics of fluid flow, hydraulics of sediment transport, interaction of physical processes in depositional environments.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-E 491 and GEOL-G 491.
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EAS-E 499 Honors Research in Geology
- Credits
- 1–6 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Approval of departmental honors advisor
- Description
- None
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours in EAS-E 499 and GEOL-G 499.
- 300-Level Electives. Two (2) courses:
- Addenda Requirements*.
- Chemistry.
- Principle of Chemistry Lecture. One (1) course:
- CHEM-C 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I
- CHEM-H 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I, Honors
- CHEM-J 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry for Science Majors
CHEM-C 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- (CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121) or CHEM-C 103 or (chemistry placement examinations and consent of the department)
- Description
- Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of the following: CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-H 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I, Honors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Chemistry placement examination; and consent of department
- Description
- An honors course for students with unusual aptitude or preparation. Covers basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-H 117.
CHEM-J 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry for Science Majors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Chemistry placement examination; and consent of the department
- Description
- A course for well-prepared science majors. Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Principle of Chemistry Lab. One (1) course:
- CHEM-C 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory
- CHEM-H 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory, Honors
- CHEM-X 150 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab I
CHEM-C 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117.
- Description
- Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-C 117. Chemical bonding (atomic structure, molecular structure, molecular orbital theory, and non-covalent interactions), macroscopic properties (energy, kinetics, equilibrium, and thermodynamics). Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, especially organic chemistry.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
CHEM-H 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory, Honors
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117
- Description
- Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-J 117 and CHEM-H 117. Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, including course-based undergraduate research project.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150
CHEM-X 150 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-J 117 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- First in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students engage in guided research in teams. The research area of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
- Principle of Chemistry Lecture. One (1) course:
- Mathematics.
- Calculus I. One (1) course:
- MATH-M 211 Calculus I
- MATH-S 211 Honors Calculus I
MATH-M 211 Calculus I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus, and trigonometry as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 027
- Description
- Limits, continuity, derivatives, definite and indefinite integrals, applications.
- Repeatability
- A student may receive credit for only one of the following: MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
- Fall 2023CASE MMcourse
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-S 211 Honors Calculus I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- Hutton Honors College membership or consent of department
- Notes
- R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus and trigonometry as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 027
- Description
- Designed for students of outstanding ability, who are considering further study in mathematics. Limits, continuity, derivatives, definite and indefinite integrals, applications, with emphasis placed on theory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-V 119.
- Fall 2023CASE MMcourse
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
- Calculus II. One (1) course:
- MATH-M 212 Calculus II
- MATH-S 212 Honors Calculus II
MATH-M 212 Calculus II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211; or consent of department
- Description
- Techniques of integration (by parts, trigonometric substitutions, partial fractions), improper integrals, volume, work, arc length, surface area, infinite series.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 120 or MATH-M 212.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-S 212 Honors Calculus II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MATH-S 211 or consent of department
- Description
- Includes material of MATH-M 212 and supplemental topics. Designed for students of outstanding ability in mathematics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 120, MATH-M 212, or MATH-S 212.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
- Calculus I. One (1) course:
- Physics. One (1) course:
- PHYS-P 221 Physics I
- PHYS-H 221 Honors Physics I
PHYS-P 221 Physics I
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- None
- Corequisites
- MATH-M 211 or consent of instructor
- Notes
- First semester of a three-semester, calculus-based sequence intended for science majors. Three lectures, two discussion sections, and one 2-hour lab each week. Physics majors are encouraged to take PHYS-P 221 in the fall semester of the freshman year
- Description
- Newtonian mechanics, oscillations and waves, heat and thermodynamics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
PHYS-H 221 Honors Physics I
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- Consent of department
- Notes
- P or C: MATH-M 211 or equivalent
- Description
- First semester of a calculus-based sequence in introductory physics, intended primarily for highly motivated and well prepared students. Covers the material of P221 and supplementary topics. Course fee required.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
- Allied Mathematics and Sciences. Three (3) courses:
- One additional EAS course at the 400-499 level (Note: this course will count toward the Major Hours and Major GPA requirements.)
- One of the following:
- BIOL-L 111 Foundations of Biology: Diversity, Evolution, and Ecology
- BIOL-L 112 Foundations of Biology: Biological Mechanisms
- BIOL-B 300 Vascular Plants
- BIOL-B 351 Fungi
- BIOL-B 352 Fungi: Laboratory
- BIOL-B 364 Summer Flowering Plants
- BIOL-B 368 Ethnobotany
- BIOL-B 371 Ecological Plant Physiology
- BIOL-B 373 Mechanisms of Plant Development
- BIOL-L 301 Information Literacy in Biology
- BIOL-L 307 Biodiversity
- BIOL-L 311 Genetics
- BIOL-L 312 Cell Biology
- BIOL-L 313 Cell Biology Laboratory
- BIOL-L 318 Evolution
- BIOL-L 319 Genetics Laboratory
- BIOL-L 321 Human Immunology
- BIOL-L 322 Writing Workshop in Biology
- BIOL-L 323 Molecular Biology Laboratory
- BIOL-L 324 Human Molecular Biology Laboratory
- BIOL-L 326 Biodiverse-City. The Art and Science of Green Infrastructure
- BIOL-L 328 Disease Ecology and Evolution
- BIOL-L 330 Biology of the Cell
- BIOL-L 331 Introduction to Human Genetics
- BIOL-L 340 Biology of Sexual Diversity
- BIOL-L 350 Environmental Biology
- BIOL-L 369 Heredity, Evolution, and Society
- BIOL-L 376 Biology of Birds
- BIOL-L 377 Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles
- BIOL-L 388 Digital Biology: A Survey of Topics in Bioinformatics and Genomics
- BIOL-L 390 Learning Enhancement in Biology
- BIOL-L 402 Ecosystem Ecology and Global Change
- BIOL-L 410 Topical Issues in Biology
- BIOL-L 411 Advanced Gene Regulation: Transcription, Epigenetics, and Human Disease
- BIOL-L 412 Analysis of Cancer Research
- BIOL-L 413 Translational Medicine: From Bench to Bedside
- BIOL-L 417 Developmental Biology and Stem Cells
- BIOL-L 423 Brain, Behavior and Evolution
- BIOL-L 433 Tropical Biology
- BIOL-L 453 Sensory Ecology
- BIOL-L 465 Advanced Field Biology
- BIOL-L 472 Microbiomes: Host and Environmental Health
- BIOL-L 473 Ecology
- BIOL-L 474 Field and Laboratory Ecology
- BIOL-L 479 Evolution and Ecology
- BIOL-L 485 Genetics, Models of Human Disease, and Critical Analysis of Biological Research
- BIOL-L 486 Advanced Cell Biology
- BIOL-L 487 Molecular Mechanism of Development and Disease
- BIOL-M 315 Microbiology Laboratory
- BIOL-M 316 Molecular Microbiology Laboratory
- BIOL-M 350 Microbial Physiology and Biochemistry
- BIOL-M 360 Microbial Physiology Laboratory
- BIOL-M 375 Human Parasitology
- BIOL-M 380 Microbiology of Infectious Disease
- BIOL-M 416 Biology of AIDS
- BIOL-M 430 Virology Lecture
- BIOL-M 435 Viral Tissue Culture Laboratory
- BIOL-M 440 Medical Microbiology: Lecture
- BIOL-M 445 Medical Microbiology: Laboratory
- BIOL-M 460 Microbial Evolution
- BIOL-M 465 Environmental Microbiology Laboratory
- BIOL-M 480 Microbial and Molecular Genetics
- BIOL-M 485 Microbial and Molecular Genetics Laboratory
- BIOL-P 451 Integrative Human Physiology
- BIOL-S 311 Genetics, Honors
- BIOL-S 318 Evolution, Honors
- BIOL-S 495 Honors Thesis Research
- BIOL-X 325 ASURE Biology Research Lab 2
- BIOL-X 371 Internship in Biology Instruction
- BIOL-X 473 Internship in Biology
- BIOL-X 490 Individual Study
- BIOL-Z 318 Developmental Biology Laboratory
- BIOL-Z 373 Entomology
- BIOL-Z 374 Invertebrate Zoology
- BIOL-Z 375 Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory
- BIOL-Z 406 Vertebrate Zoology
- BIOL-Z 460 Animal Behavior
- BIOL-Z 462 Genetics of Behavior
- BIOL-Z 463 Comparative Neurobiology of Animal Behavior
- BIOL-Z 466 Endocrinology
- BIOL-Z 469 Endocrinology Laboratory
- BIOL-Z 476 Biology of Fishes
- CHEM-A 314 Biological and Environmental Chemical Analysis
- CHEM-A 315 Chemical Measurements Laboratory
- CHEM-A 316 Bioanalytical Chemistry Laboratory
- CHEM-B 486 Gene Expression and Physiology
- CHEM-B 487 Biochemistry Laboratory
- CHEM-B 488 Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory
- CHEM-C 317 Equilibria and Electrochemistry
- CHEM-C 318 Spectrochemistry and Separations
- CHEM-C 321 Advanced and Nanoscale Materials
- CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures
- CHEM-C 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures
- CHEM-C 343 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
- CHEM-C 344 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
- CHEM-C 360 Introductory Physical Chemistry
- CHEM-C 361 Physical Chemistry of Bulk Matter
- CHEM-C 362 Physical Chemistry of Molecules
- CHEM-C 372 Chemical Informatics II: Molecular Modeling
- CHEM-C 383 Human Biochemistry
- CHEM-C 416 Surface Analysis and Surface Chemistry
- CHEM-C 427 Advanced and Nanoscale Materials Laboratory
- CHEM-C 430 Inorganic Chemistry
- CHEM-C 432 Spectroscopic Methods in Inorganic Chemistry
- CHEM-C 433 Chemical Crystallography
- CHEM-C 437 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
- CHEM-C 443 Organic Spectroscopy
- CHEM-C 446 Organic Chemistry III
- CHEM-C 450 Advanced Organic Chemistry
- CHEM-C 453 Introduction to Chemical Biology I
- CHEM-C 454 Introduction to Chemical Biology II
- CHEM-C 455 Biological Regulation
- CHEM-C 458 Fundamentals of Biochemical Catalysis
- CHEM-C 460 Nuclear Chemistry
- CHEM-C 481 Physical Biochemistry
- CHEM-C 483 Biological Chemistry
- CHEM-C 484 Biomolecules and Catabolism
- CHEM-C 485 Biosynthetic Pathways and Control of Metabolism
- CHEM-C 497 Special Laboratory Projects in Chemistry
- CHEM-C 498 Special Topics in Chemistry
- CHEM-G 408 Seminar in Green Chemistry
- CHEM-M 401 Introduction to Hard Materials
- CHEM-M 402 Introduction to Soft Materials
- CHEM-N 331 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry
- CHEM-N 337 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
- CHEM-P 360 Physical Chemistry for Biochemists
- CHEM-P 364 Basic Measurements in Physical Chemistry
- CHEM-P 464 Advanced Measurements in Physical Chemistry
- CHEM-R 340 Survey of Organic Chemistry
- CHEM-S 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures, Honors
- CHEM-S 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures, Honors
- CHEM-X 325 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab II
- CHEM-X 371 Internship in Chemical Instruction
- CHEM-X 373 Professional Practice in Chemistry
- CHEM-X 399 Chemical Research
- CHEM-X 498 Chemical Literature Capstone
- CHEM-X 499 Chemical Research Capstone
- GEOG-G 304 Physical Meteorology and Climatology
- GEOG-G 305 Current Issues in Climate, Land and Environmental Change
- GEOG-G 307 Biogeography: The Distribution of Life
- GEOG-G 336 Environmental Remote Sensing
- GEOG-G 339 Weather Analysis and Forecasting
- GEOG-G 350 Field Methods in Physical Geography
- GEOG-G 405 Ecological Climatology
- GEOG-G 407 Climate Dynamics
- GEOG-G 433 Advanced Synoptic Meteorology and Climatology
- GEOG-G 436 Advanced Remote Sensing: Digital Image Processing
- GEOG-G 438 Advanced Geographic Information Systems
- GEOG-G 439 GIS and Environmental Analysis
- GEOG-G 444 Climate Change Impacts
- GEOG-G 451 Physical Hydrology
- GEOG-G 467 Ecohydrology
- GEOG-G 475 Climate Change
- GEOG-G 477 Topics in Climatology
- GEOG-G 481 Terrestrial Ecosystem Modeling
- GEOG-G 488 Applied Spatial Statistics
- GEOG-G 489 Geospatial Analysis of Big Data in Python
- MATH-M 301 Linear Algebra and Applications
- MATH-M 303 Linear Algebra for Undergraduates
- MATH-M 311 Calculus III
- MATH-M 312 Calculus IV
- MATH-M 321 Intuitive Topology
- MATH-M 330 Exploring Mathematical Ideas
- MATH-M 343 Introduction to Differential Equations with Applications I
- MATH-M 344 Introduction to Differential Equations with Applications II
- MATH-M 348 Discrete Mathematical Models
- MATH-M 353 Discrete Mathematics
- MATH-M 365 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- MATH-M 371 Elementary Computational Methods
- MATH-M 380 History of Mathematics
- MATH-M 384 Logic
- MATH-M 385 Mathematics from Language
- MATH-M 391 Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning
- MATH-M 403 Introduction to Modern Algebra I
- MATH-M 404 Introduction to Modern Algebra II
- MATH-M 405 Number Theory
- MATH-M 409 Linear Transformations
- MATH-M 413 Introduction to Analysis I
- MATH-M 414 Introduction to Analysis II
- MATH-M 415 Elementary Complex Variables with Applications
- MATH-M 420 Metric Space Topology
- MATH-M 435 Introduction to Differential Geometry
- MATH-M 436 Introduction to Geometries
- MATH-M 441 Introduction to Partial Differential Equations with Applications I
- MATH-M 442 Introduction to Partial Differential Equations with Applications II
- MATH-M 447 Mathematical Models and Applications I
- MATH-M 451 The Mathematics of Finance
- MATH-M 453 Cryptography
- MATH-M 463 Introduction to Probability Theory I
- MATH-M 464 Introduction to Probability Theory II
- MATH-M 466 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics
- MATH-M 471 Numerical Analysis I
- MATH-M 472 Numerical Analysis II
- MATH-M 482 Modal Logic
- MATH-M 490 Problem Seminar
- MATH-M 491 Putnam Exam Seminar
- PHYS-H 222 Honors Physics II
- PHYS-H 301 Honors Physics III
- PHYS-P 222 Physics II
- PHYS-P 301 Physics III
- PHYS-P 309 Modern Physics Laboratory
- PHYS-P 310 Environmental Physics
- PHYS-P 314 Introduction to Medical Physics
- PHYS-P 317 Signals and Information Processing in Living Systems
- PHYS-P 318 Scattering Methods in Materials Science
- PHYS-P 321 Techniques in Theoretical Physics
- PHYS-P 325 Computing Skills for Physical Scientists
- PHYS-P 331 Theory of Electricity and Magnetism I
- PHYS-P 332 Theory of Electricity and Magnetism II
- PHYS-P 340 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
- PHYS-P 350 Applied Physics Instrumentation Laboratory
- PHYS-P 371 Radiation Science Fundamentals
- PHYS-P 400 Analog and Digital Electronics
- PHYS-P 408 Current Research in Physics
- PHYS-P 410 Computing Applications in Physics
- PHYS-P 411 Computing Applications in Physics II
- PHYS-P 425 Introductory Biophysics
- PHYS-P 441 Analytical Mechanics I
- PHYS-P 442 Analytical Mechanics II
- PHYS-P 451 Experiments in Modern Physics I
- PHYS-P 453 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
- PHYS-P 454 Modern Physics
- PHYS-P 455 Quantum Computing I
- PHYS-P 456 Quantum Computing II
- PHYS-P 460 Modern Optics
- PHYS-P 470 Introduction to Accelerator Physics
- PHYS-P 472 Radiation Oncology Physics
- PHYS-P 478 Radiation Biophysics
- PHYS-X 473 Applied Physics Internship
- PHYS-X 490 Readings in Physics
- PHYS-X 498 Research Project
- STAT-S 300 Introduction to Applied Statistical Methods
- STAT-S 301 Applied Statistical Methods for Business
- STAT-S 303 Applied Statistical Methods for the Life Sciences
- STAT-S 320 Introduction to Statistics
- STAT-S 350 Introduction to Statistical Inference
- STAT-S 352 Data Modeling and Inference
- STAT-S 420 Introduction to Statistical Theory
- STAT-S 425 Nonparametric Theory and Data Analysis
- STAT-S 426 Bayesian Theory and Data Analysis
- STAT-S 431 Applied Linear Models I
- STAT-S 432 Applied Linear Models II
- STAT-S 437 Categorical Data Analysis
- STAT-S 439 Multilevel Models
- STAT-S 440 Multivariate Data Analysis
- STAT-S 445 Covariance Structure Analysis
- STAT-S 450 Time Series Analysis
- STAT-S 455 Longitudinal Data Analysis
- STAT-S 460 Sampling
- STAT-S 470 Exploratory Data Analysis
- STAT-S 475 Statistical Learning and High-Dimensional Data Analysis
- STAT-S 481 Topics in Applied Statistics
- STAT-S 482 Topics in Mathematical Statistics
- CSCI-B 351 INTRODUCTION TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
- CSCI-B 355 Autonomous Robotics
- CSCI-B 355 AUTONOMOUS ROBOTICS
- CSCI-B 361 INTRO ARTIFCL IN & COMP SIMUL
- CSCI-B 363 CSCI-B 363 Bioinformatics Algorithms
- CSCI-B 363 BIOINFORMATICS ALGORITHMS
- CSCI-B 365 Introduction to Data Analysis and Mining
- CSCI-B 365 INTRODUCTION TO DATA ANALYSIS AND MINING
- CSCI-B 392 Competitive Programming
- CSCI-B 392 COMPETITIVE PROGRAMMING
- CSCI-B 401 Fundamentals of Computing Theory
- CSCI-B 401 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTING THEORY
- CSCI-B 403 Introduction to Algorithm Design and Analysis
- CSCI-B 403 INTRODUCTION TO ALGORITHM DESIGN AND ANALYSIS
- CSCI-B 430 Security for Networked Systems
- CSCI-B 430 SECURITY FOR NETWORKED SYSTEMS
- CSCI-B 433 Systems & Protocol Security & Information Assurance
- CSCI-B 433 SYSTEMS & PROTOCOL SECURITY & INFORMATION ASSURANCE
- CSCI-B 438 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER NETWORKS
- CSCI-B 441 Digital Design
- CSCI-B 441 DIGITAL DESIGN
- CSCI-B 443 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
- CSCI-B 443 Introduction to Computer Architecture
- CSCI-B 453 GAME DEVELOPMENT
- CSCI-B 455 Principles of Machine Learning
- CSCI-B 455 PRINCIPLES OF MACHINE LEARNING
- CSCI-B 456 Image Processing
- CSCI-B 456 IMAGE PROCESSING
- CSCI-B 457 Introduction to Computer Vision
- CSCI-B 457 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER VISION
- CSCI-B 461 DATABASE CONCEPTS
- CSCI-B 461 Database Concepts
- CSCI-B 471 NUMERICAL ANALYSIS I
- CSCI-B 472 NUMERICAL ANALYSIS II
- CSCI-B 481 INTERACTIVE GRAPHICS
- CSCI-B 481 Interactive Graphics
- CSCI-B 490 SEMINAR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
- CSCI-B 490 Seminar in Computer Science
- CSCI-C 200 Introduction to Computers and Programming
- CSCI-C 200 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND PROGRAMMING
- CSCI-C 208 THE COMPUTER IN BUSINESS
- CSCI-C 211 Introduction to Computer Science
- CSCI-C 211 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE
- CSCI-C 212 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE SYSTEMS
- CSCI-C 212 Introduction to Software Systems
- CSCI-C 231 Introduction to Mathematics of Cybersecurity
- CSCI-C 231 INTRODUCTION TO THE MATHEMATICS OF CYBERSECURITY
- CSCI-C 241 Discrete Structures for Computer Science
- CSCI-C 241 DISCRETE STRUCTURES FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE
- CSCI-C 290 Topics in Computer Science
- CSCI-C 290 TOPICS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
- CSCI-C 291 System Programming with C and UNIX
- CSCI-C 291 SYSTEM PROGRAMMING WITH C AND UNIX
- CSCI-C 292 INTRODUCTION TO GAME PROGRAMMING
- CSCI-C 295 Leadership and Learning
- CSCI-C 295 LEADERSHIP AND LEARNING
- CSCI-C 301 FORTRAN PROGRAMMING
- CSCI-C 302 PASCAL PROGRAMMING
- CSCI-C 303 COBOL PROGRAMMING
- CSCI-C 304 C PROGRAMMING
- CSCI-C 306 OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMMING
- CSCI-C 307 APPLIED PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES
- CSCI-C 308 SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
- CSCI-C 311 Programming Languages
- CSCI-C 311 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
- CSCI-C 322 Object-Oriented Software Methods
- CSCI-C 322 OBJECT-ORIENTED SOFTWARE METHODS
- CSCI-C 323 Mobile App Development
- CSCI-C 323 MOBILE APP DEVELOPMENT
- CSCI-C 335 Computer Structures
- CSCI-C 335 COMPUTER STRUCTURES
- CSCI-C 341 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTING THEORY
- CSCI-C 343 Data Structures
- CSCI-C 343 DATA STRUCTURES
- CSCI-C 390 INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMMING LAB
- CSCI-C 391 PROJECT IN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
- CSCI-H 200 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND PROGRAMMING, HONORS
- CSCI-H 211 Introduction to Computer Science, Honors
- CSCI-H 211 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE-HONORS
- CSCI-H 212 Introduction to Software Systems, Honors
- CSCI-H 212 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE SYSTEMS, HONORS
- CSCI-H 241 Discrete Structures for Computer Science, Honors
- CSCI-H 241 DISCRETE STRUCTURES FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE, HONORS
- CSCI-H 311 Programming Languages, Honors
- CSCI-H 311 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES HONORS
- CSCI-H 335 Computer Structures, Honors
- CSCI-H 335 COMPUTER STRUCTURES HONORS
- CSCI-H 343 Data Structures, Honors
- CSCI-H 343 DATA STRUCTURES, HONORS
- CSCI-H 498 Undergraduate Honors Seminar
- CSCI-H 498 UNDERGRADUATE HONORS SEMINAR
- CSCI-P 415 Introduction to Verification
- CSCI-P 415 INTRODUCTION TO VERIFICATION
- CSCI-P 423 Compilers
- CSCI-P 423 COMPILERS
- CSCI-P 424 Advanced Functional Programming
- CSCI-P 424 ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL PROGRAMMING
- CSCI-P 434 Distributed Systems
- CSCI-P 434 DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS
- CSCI-P 436 Introduction to Operating Systems
- CSCI-P 436 INTRODUCTION TO OPERATING SYSTEMS
- CSCI-P 438 Introduction to Computer Networks
- CSCI-P 438 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER NETWORKS
- CSCI-P 442 Digital Systems
- CSCI-P 442 DIGITAL SYSTEMS
- CSCI-P 462 Database Application Design and Implementation
- CSCI-P 462 DATABASE APPLICATION DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION
- CSCI-P 465 Software Engineering for Information Systems I
- CSCI-P 465 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS I
- CSCI-P 466 Software Engineering for Information Systems II
- CSCI-P 466 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS II
- CSCI-Y 331 DIGITAL SYSTEMS
- CSCI-Y 390 Undergraduate Independent Study
- CSCI-Y 390 UNDERGRADUATE INDEPENDENT STUDY
- CSCI-Y 391 Undergraduate Independent System Development
- CSCI-Y 391 UNDERGRADUATE INDEPENDENT SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
- CSCI-Y 395 Career Development for CSCI Majors
- CSCI-Y 395 CAREER DEVELOPMENT FOR CSCI MAJORS
- CSCI-Y 399 Project in Professional Practice
- CSCI-Y 399 PROJECT IN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
- CSCI-Y 499 Honors Research
- CSCI-Y 499 HONORS RESEARCH
BIOL-L 111 Foundations of Biology: Diversity, Evolution, and Ecology
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- For biology and other science majors. Preference will be given to freshmen and sophomores
- Description
- Focus is on the processes of evolution leading to organismal diversity and adaptation, as well as basic ecological concepts.
- Repeatability
- Credit not given for both BIOL-E 111 and BIOL-L 111.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-L 112 Foundations of Biology: Biological Mechanisms
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: Previous or concurrent enrollment in CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Description
- Integrated picture of manner in which organisms at diverse levels of organization meet problems in maintaining and propagating life.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-E 112, BIOL-H 111, BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-L 112, BIOL-Q 201.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-B 300 Vascular Plants
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- One introductory biology course
- Description
- Survey of the ferns, gymnosperms, and flowering plants, including their morphology, classification, ecology, evolution, and economic importance.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-B 351 Fungi
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
- Notes
- R: Junior or senior standing
- Description
- Morphology, life histories, classification, genetics, physiology, development, ecology, medical and economic importance of fungi.
BIOL-B 352 Fungi: Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Laboratory and field studies of fungi and their activities.
BIOL-B 364 Summer Flowering Plants
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- One introductory biology course
- Description
- For those desiring a broad, practical knowledge of common wild and cultivated plants.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-B 368 Ethnobotany
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111
- Description
- Plants in relation to man with primary emphasis on food plants.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-B 371 Ecological Plant Physiology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- College chemistry; and BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
- Description
- The interrelationships among plant function and temperature, water supply, nutrient level, light quality, light quantity, gases, and other organisms.
BIOL-B 373 Mechanisms of Plant Development
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Lecture and lab explore the physiological and molecular mechanisms controlling plant growth and development from germination to reproduction. Studies structural and functional relationships with an emphasis on how external stimuli like light, gravity, nutrition, and temperature affect gene activities and physiological processes that control growth.
BIOL-L 301 Information Literacy in Biology
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- None
- Corequisites
- Enrollment in an upper-level biology lecture, field, or laboratory course
- Description
- Methods of information search and retrieval, critical evaluation of primary literature, and generation of technical writing skills necessary for research in biology. Work will focus on a topic chosen from an upper-level lecture, field, or laboratory course in which the student must be concurrently enrolled.
BIOL-L 307 Biodiversity
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111
- Description
- Provides a strong framework and hands-on experience studying biodiversity. Course transitions between introductory materials considered in BIOL-L 111 and BIOL-L 112 and more advanced courses focused on specific groups of organisms (for example, vertebrate zoology). Includes field and lab components where local biodiversity is sampled and analyzed.
BIOL-L 311 Genetics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Analysis of the mechanisms of inheritance, including developmental processes that lead to the construction of whole organisms and to the transmission to their offspring of specific genetic traits. Includes the principles of genetics and the analysis of mutations affecting development.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 311 or BIOL-S 311.
BIOL-L 312 Cell Biology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Current views of the structure and function of cellular organelles and components, with emphasis on the flow of information through the cell, the metabolism that supports cellular functions, and differences among different specialized cells. Current techniques will be stressed.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 312 or BIOL-L 330.
BIOL-L 313 Cell Biology Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 113; and one of BIOL-L 211, BIOL-S 211, or CHEM-C 342
- Notes
- R: BIOL-L 312, CHEM-C 484
- Description
- Theory and techniques of experimental cell physiology. Enzyme purification using spectrophotometry, ion-exchange and gel-permeation chromatography, gel electrophoresis. Respiration and photosynthesis analyzed by cell fractionation, oxygen electrode, and radioactive tracer techniques.
BIOL-L 318 Evolution
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Provides a rigorous exploration of the theory of evolution--the conceptual core of biology. Topics include origins and history of life; the interplay of heredity and environment in shaping adaptations; molecular, behavioral, and social evolution; patterns of speciation, extinction, and their consequences; methods for inferring evolutionary relationships among organisms.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of the following: BIOL-L 318, BIOL-L 479, or BIOL-S 318.
BIOL-L 319 Genetics Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Notes
- P or C: BIOL-L 311
- Description
- Experiments with plants, animals, bacteria, and viruses demonstrating fundamental genetic mechanisms.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 319 or BIOL-S 311.
BIOL-L 321 Human Immunology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211; and CHEM-C 101, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Notes
- R: BIOL-L 312
- Description
- Introductory course exploring the basic components and function of the immune system, stressing mechanisms that protect humans against pathogens and also how its dysfunction can lead to autoimmune disease, allergy, and cancer.
BIOL-L 322 Writing Workshop in Biology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111 or BIOL-L 112
- Description
- Development of scientific writing styles and techniques to help students learn about complex phenomena, sharpen thought processes used in evaluating complicated data, and develop skills essential for communicating intricate ideas and concepts. Research reports will be regularly reviewed by the instructor, and in the context of cooperative learning groups.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-L 323 Molecular Biology Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211
- Description
- Manipulation and analysis of genes and genomes. Gene cloning and library screening. Gene amplification and disease diagnosis. Gene mapping and Southern blot analysis of complex genome structure.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 323 or BIOL-L 324.
BIOL-L 324 Human Molecular Biology Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211
- Description
- Covers theory and molecular biology techniques used to study the human genome and human genes. Labs include isolation of DNA from cells and application of current techniques for DNA fingerprinting of macro- and microsatellites, telomere length estimation, SNP and Alu polymorphism analysis, gene expression analysis, DNA sequencing, and computer analysis.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 323 or BIOL-L 324.
BIOL-L 326 Biodiverse-City. The Art and Science of Green Infrastructure
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- 100-level Biology; or consent of instructor
- Description
- An interdisciplinary, place-based approach to understanding biological diversity and its relationship to flourishing human societies, and to developing associated skills and values (e.g. interdisciplinary thinking and action, stewardship).
BIOL-L 328 Disease Ecology and Evolution
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; AND BIOL-H 111 OR BIOL-L 112
- Notes
- R: BIOL-L 211 AND BIOL-L 473
- Description
- Presents the theoretical framework of disease ecology to address special problems in disease biology, including the evolution of virulence, sexually transmitted diseases, reproduction and mate choice. Examines case studies of common infectious diseases. Combines informal lecture with discussion of key papers in the field.
BIOL-L 330 Biology of the Cell
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Any college biology course
- Notes
- R: College chemistry
- Description
- Not open to biology majors. The structure and function of animal, plant, and microbial cells, with attention to membranes and biologically important molecules. Will include the function of nerves, muscles, and the immune system.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 312 or BIOL-L 330.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-L 331 Introduction to Human Genetics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 311 or BIOL-S 311
- Description
- Principles of human genetics are presented. The emphasis is on new developments in the field afforded by present-day techniques in molecular biology. Among the topics considered are sex inheritance, molecular basis of genetic diseases, oncogenesis, and immune system structure.
BIOL-L 340 Biology of Sexual Diversity
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces biological processes underlying sex-related variation in anatomy, physiology, and behavior. Includes discussions of sexual differentiation in organisms ranging from yeast to human. Addresses functional (evolutionary/ecological) and mechanistic (developmental/physiological) explanations for sexual variation.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-L 350 Environmental Biology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- Not open to biology majors
- Description
- Interactions of human beings with other elements of the biosphere with emphasis on population, community, and ecosystem levels of ecology.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-L 369 Heredity, Evolution, and Society
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Junior or senior standing
- Notes
- Not open to biology majors
- Description
- Basic concepts and principles of evolution, heredity, and individual development. Problems of the individual and society raised by present and future genetic knowledge and technology.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-L 376 Biology of Birds
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
- Notes
- Intended for biology majors
- Description
- Avian systematics, distribution, evolution, ecology, and behavior, emphasis on migration and orientation, territoriality, communication, and reproductive behavior. Field trips will concentrate on identification, interpretation of behavior, and research methods.
BIOL-L 377 Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111, BIOL-L 112, and BIOL-L 113
- Description
- An extensive study of amphibians and reptiles, including behavior, physiology, ecology, and evolution. Course will include a survey of world diversity, comparative dissections, field exercises, behavioral experiments, and review of the primary literature.
BIOL-L 388 Digital Biology: A Survey of Topics in Bioinformatics and Genomics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Computer science and informatics applications to biology have yielded "bioinformatics," a field of study that covers a wide spectrum of data management and processing associated with large-scale, high-throughput biological data generation. This course surveys topics in the generation and analysis of biomolecular sequence data (DNA and protein) that underpin much of modern biology: genetics, ecology, evolution, population and structural biology.
BIOL-L 390 Learning Enhancement in Biology
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Additional discussion, learning group, laboratory, or field experiences to accompany another course in biology.
BIOL-L 402 Ecosystem Ecology and Global Change
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
- Notes
- R: BIOL-L 473 and an introductory environmental science or ecology course
- Description
- Explains how ecosystems function and how and why ecosystems differ in their sensitivity to stress, disturbance and global change. Introduces key concepts and approaches used in the field of ecosystem ecology: ecosystem energetics; biogeochemical cycles and budgets; and the response of ecosystems to stress, disturbance and global change. Focuses on patterns and processes in aquatic, terrestrial and wetland ecosystems.
BIOL-L 410 Topical Issues in Biology
- Credits
- 2–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; BIOL-L 113; and BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Topics not related extensively in other courses. The topic will vary depending on the instructor and on student needs.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
BIOL-L 411 Advanced Gene Regulation: Transcription, Epigenetics, and Human Disease
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Examines recent scientific publications in gene regulation within a variety of organisms including yeast, Drosophila, mice, and humans. Students learn about new and emerging technologies being used to measure gene expression. Students also learn about human congenital disorders and diseases caused by dysregulation of transcriptional and epigenetic control systems.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 411 or MLS-M 430.
BIOL-L 412 Analysis of Cancer Research
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Analysis, inquiry, discussion, and critique of literature concerning cancer clinical trials, targeted cancer therapies, and diagnostic cancer tests. Critical thinking about cancer clinical trials, including their designs, claims and evidence, strengths and weaknesses, ethical problems, and implications.
BIOL-L 413 Translational Medicine: From Bench to Bedside
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Examines human diseases and recent drug approvals. Explores how basic science leads to development of new therapies. Presents important cell biological principles linked to diseases, methods of contemporary biological research, and the logic of experimental design and interpretation through critical analysis and discussion of primary research papers.
BIOL-L 417 Developmental Biology and Stem Cells
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 311 or BIOL-S 311
- Description
- Analysis of the developmental processes that lead to the construction of whole organisms from single stem cells. Covers the molecular and genetic analysis of mutations and pathways that disrupt these processes and cause disease. Other topics include adult stem cells and their role in tissue regeneration.
BIOL-L 423 Brain, Behavior and Evolution
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
- Description
- Explores a variety of topics related to the evolution of nervous systems, with a focus on vertebrate brains. Topics include comparative neuroanatomy, methods, approaches to homology, the meaning of changes in size, ecological and behavioral specializations, developmental constraints, and a consideration of how special (or not) human brains are. A basic background in neuroscience is recommended but not required.
BIOL-L 433 Tropical Biology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Field course taught in a tropical area overseas. Topics center on ecology and evolution and may include plants and animals, their interactions in rain forests, seasonally dry forests and mangroves, cloud forests, marine biology, marine/land interface, coral physiology, and reef development. Requires detailed field journal and other projects on areas visited.
BIOL-L 453 Sensory Ecology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- At least junior standing; or consent of instructor
- Notes
- P or C: BIOL-Z 460
- Description
- Sensory systems are the gateways to all information that animals have about their environment. They are under intense natural and sexual selection and can drive evolutionary divergence. This course focuses on these issues and how sensory systems transduce and extract environmental information. Includes visits from guest speakers in the field.
BIOL-L 465 Advanced Field Biology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 473 or equivalent; and consent of instructor
- Description
- Lectures and two to three weeks of fieldwork on various problems of ecosystem structure and dynamics. Quantitative comparisons will be made of ecosystems in several different environments.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated once for credit.
BIOL-L 472 Microbiomes: Host and Environmental Health
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- At least sophomore standing
- Description
- We are covered with trillions of microorganisms that influence our health and well being. This course focuses on the diversity of these microorganisms but also those in nature, which together regulate the world we live in. Reading primary literature, class experiments, modeling, and group presentations.
BIOL-L 473 Ecology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111
- Notes
- R: BIOL-L 318
- Description
- Major concepts of ecology for science majors; relation of individual organisms to their environment, population ecology, structure and function of ecosystems.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 473 and BIOL-L 479.
BIOL-L 474 Field and Laboratory Ecology
- Credits
- 2–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111
- Notes
- R: Previous or concurrent enrollment in BIOL-L 473
- Description
- Introduction to research problems and techniques in the ecology of individuals, populations, and ecosystems.
BIOL-L 479 Evolution and Ecology
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 311 or BIOL-S 311
- Description
- Evolution and ecology for science majors. Origin of life; physical environment and the individual; population ecology and population genetics; species interactions; community organization; development, structure, and function of ecosystems.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of the following: BIOL-L 318, BIOL-L 473, BIOL-L 479, or BIOL-S 318.
BIOL-L 485 Genetics, Models of Human Disease, and Critical Analysis of Biological Research
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 311 or BIOL-S 311
- Description
- Explores the development of genetic manipulations and techniques (e.g. epistasis to CRISPR/Cas9) to address fundamental questions of life. Students will critically read and discuss primary literature.
BIOL-L 486 Advanced Cell Biology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 312
- Description
- Critical analysis of recent advances in the understanding of molecular organization and function of cellular structures, with emphasis on eukaryotic cells. Topics include membrane organization, cytoskeleton assembly and functions, signal transduction, cell-cycle regulation, protein sorting, and vesicle trafficking.
BIOL-L 487 Molecular Mechanism of Development and Disease
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 417
- Description
- Evaluation of classical and current molecular and genetic approaches to studying the development of eukaryotic organisms. Reading and discussion of molecular genetic studies of model systems that illuminate the processes underlying human development and, when disrupted, human disease.
BIOL-M 315 Microbiology Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
- Description
- A conventional laboratory of exercises, demonstrations and discussions. The goal is to achieve proficiency in the principles and techniques necessary for the manipulation of microorganisms under aseptic conditions.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-M 255 or BIOL-M 315.
BIOL-M 316 Molecular Microbiology Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211; and one semester of college-level chemistry
- Notes
- P or C: BIOL-M 250
- Description
- Laboratory of inquiry-based projects meant to build proficiency in aseptic technique, microbial cultivation, and molecular characterization of microbes.
BIOL-M 350 Microbial Physiology and Biochemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-M 250 or BIOL-M 380
- Description
- Explores the transformation of raw materials and energy into living microbes and the mechanisms by which microbes sense and respond to their environment. Compares and contrasts the diverse microbial lifeforms that occupy every possible niche and probe the boundaries of life. Covers microbes of relevance to disease, the environment, and biotechnology.
BIOL-M 360 Microbial Physiology Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-M 250 or BIOL-M 380
- Description
- Introduction to techniques for the fractionation, isolation, and purification of cellular components. Analysis of bacterial growth, enzyme purification, chromatographic analysis of proteins and other metabolites, gel electrophoresis and fermentation studies.
BIOL-M 375 Human Parasitology
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112; and junior or senior standing; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Biology of human parasites focusing on their etiology, epidemiology, immunology, diagnosis, and treatment. Major groups of protozoa, helminths, and medically important arthropods covered. Lab presents both live and fixed materials complementing lecture.
BIOL-M 380 Microbiology of Infectious Disease
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Serves as a guide to the complex subject of infectious disease. Builds on basic biological principles to examine different agents of disease, the major modes of transmission, interaction of pathogens with the host immune system, and the ecological factors facilitating or inhibiting the emergence of epidemic disease.
BIOL-M 416 Biology of AIDS
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Notes
- R: BIOL-L 312 and BIOL-M 430
- Description
- A detailed examination of the biology of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), its causative agent (HIV), the immune response, and available therapies. For senior biology or biochemistry majors or beginning graduate students.
BIOL-M 430 Virology Lecture
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Notes
- R: BIOL-L 311 and BIOL-L 312
- Description
- Viruses of plants, animals (including humans), and bacteria; emphasis on molecular biology of viral systems. Viruses and human disease such as cancer and AIDS; viruses and their evolution.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
BIOL-M 435 Viral Tissue Culture Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: BIOL-M 430 or consent of instructor
- Description
- Laboratory will emphasize eukarytotic cell tissue culture and common virological assays used in research and clinical lab settings.
BIOL-M 440 Medical Microbiology: Lecture
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211; and BIOL-M 250, BIOL-M 315, BIOL-M 316, or BIOL-M 380; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Covers microorganisms as agents of disease, host-parasite relationships, epidemiology, and chemotherapy.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-M 200 or BIOL-M 440.
BIOL-M 445 Medical Microbiology: Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-M 255 or BIOL-M 315
- Notes
- P or C: BIOL-M 440
- Description
- Laboratory methods of isolation and identification of microorganisms from normal and simulated disease conditions of the human.
BIOL-M 460 Microbial Evolution
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Nutritional, physiological, and cultural properties of the major groups of nonpathogenic bacteria and their relationships as revealed by modern taxonomic methods.
BIOL-M 465 Environmental Microbiology Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-M 250, BIOL-M 255, or BIOL-M 315; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Scientific inquiry-driven research in environmental microbiology. Focus on the diversity and function of environmental microbes and methods used to study them.
BIOL-M 480 Microbial and Molecular Genetics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211; BIOL-M 250; and BIOL-M 255 or BIOL-M 315
- Description
- Microbes have shaped human history and biological understanding in titanic ways. Course covers ground-breaking experiments that defined essential cellular processes (replication, transcription, translation) in all living organisms, possible origins of life on Earth, microorganism adaptation and pathogen evolution, and advances in medicine, biotechnology, and scientific challenges facing mankind.
BIOL-M 485 Microbial and Molecular Genetics Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-M 250; and BIOL-M 255 or BIOL-M 315
- Description
- Provides insight into how science is conducted in a modern research lab. Conduct hypothesis driven molecular and genetic experiments using an attenuated medically relevant bacterial pathogen. Techniques / skills: DNA isolation, PCR, recombinant DNA techniques, gel electrophoresis, transposon mutagenesis, transformation, and quantitative bacterial culture.
BIOL-P 451 Integrative Human Physiology
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Intended for the junior or senior science major. Course in human physiology designed to introduce the senior undergraduate student to the function of the human body in health, disease, and extreme environments. Emphasizes how the different organ systems work to maintain homeostasis and how organ function is integrated. The content and key concepts are presented in order to provide students insight into the scientific process through problem-solving and exploration of resources. Utilizes experimental inquiry, case-based and problem-oriented methodology with students working in teams, and an emphasis on clinical application. The laboratory component is incorporated into the structure of the course.
BIOL-S 311 Genetics, Honors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211; and a minimum GPA of 3.300
- Description
- Trains students in the classic and modern principles of heredity and their application to understanding living systems and medicine. Requires rigorous engagement with the coursework, proficiency in independent scholarship, and regular participation in class discussions.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 311 or BIOL-S 311.
BIOL-S 318 Evolution, Honors
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111 or equivalent; BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Description
- Provides a rigorous exploration of the theory of evolution--the conceptual core of biology. Topics include origins and history of life; the interplay of heredity and environment in shaping adaptations; molecular, behavioral, and social evolution; patterns of speciation, extinction, and their consequences; methods for inferring evolutionary relationships among organisms.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 318, BIOL-L 479, or BIOL-S 318.
BIOL-S 495 Honors Thesis Research
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- 3.300 GPA or higher; consent of department; and research involvement
- Notes
- Required for honors notation. Students must complete at least 5 credit hours of BIOL-L 490 plus BIOL-S 495 over a minimum of two semesters or over one semester and one full summer
- Description
- Thesis committee must approve the thesis to receive honors.
BIOL-X 325 ASURE Biology Research Lab 2
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-X 150
- Description
- Second in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students continue guided research in an area related to the ongoing research of a faculty member. The specific topic of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
BIOL-X 371 Internship in Biology Instruction
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of departmental chairperson
- Description
- Supervised experience in teaching undergraduate biology course.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours in BIOL-L 499 and BIOL-X 371.
- Grading
- S/F grading.
BIOL-X 473 Internship in Biology
- Credits
- 1–6 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of department
- Description
- None
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours for summer internships/research.
- Grading
- S/F grading.
BIOL-X 490 Individual Study
- Credits
- 1–12 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Overall GPA 2.500 or above; and written consent of faculty member supervising research
- Notes
- Must present oral report to complete more than 6 credit hours
- Description
- Involves active, original research, primarily in a laboratory setting, with direction and feedback from a faculty mentor. Includes a formal presentation of the research project.
- Repeatability
- Maximum of 6 credits allowed for summer research. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours in BIOL-L 490 and BIOL-X 490.
BIOL-Z 318 Developmental Biology Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 311 or BIOL-S 311
- Notes
- P or C: BIOL-L 317
- Description
- A laboratory about developing organisms, with emphasis on vertebrate embryology and organogenesis.
BIOL-Z 373 Entomology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- One introductory biology course
- Description
- Insects, with emphasis on evolution, distribution, behavior, and structure.
BIOL-Z 374 Invertebrate Zoology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111
- Description
- Ecology, evolution, and phylogeny of major invertebrate groups, with emphasis on current controversies and concepts.
BIOL-Z 375 Invertebrate Zoology Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- One introductory biology course
- Description
- Laboratory and field studies of invertebrates, with an emphasis on experiments with living specimens.
BIOL-Z 406 Vertebrate Zoology
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111 and junior or senior standing
- Description
- Morphology, evolution, adaptations, and general biology of vertebrates.
BIOL-Z 460 Animal Behavior
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Junior or senior standing
- Description
- Introduction to the zoological study of animal behavior. Emphasizes both internal and external factors involved in the causation of species-typical behavior of animals (protozoa-primates) in their natural environment.
BIOL-Z 462 Genetics of Behavior
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Notes
- P or C: BIOL-L 311
- Description
- Considers whether \"behavior genes\" exist and how such genes would be identified and defined, with a focus on courtship and sex-specific behaviors. Reviews and discusses the literature that demonstrates concrete examples of how single genes can affect such behaviors.
BIOL-Z 463 Comparative Neurobiology of Animal Behavior
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112; and junior or senior standing
- Notes
- R: PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
- Description
- Addresses the intersection of two disciplines: animal behavior and neurobiology. Uses integrative and comparative approaches to understand how the nervous system controls animal behavior in natural contexts and how neural circuits evolve to generate diversity in behavior.
BIOL-Z 466 Endocrinology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 112
- Description
- Mechanisms of hormone action from the molecular to the organismal level in vertebrates.
BIOL-Z 469 Endocrinology Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
- Notes
- R: BIOL-L 312 and BIOL-Z 466
- Description
- Survey of various endocrine systems using molecular, cellular, and whole organism methodologies. Emphasis on structure, function, and regulation of endocrine glands and cells, and their roles in maintaining homeostasis within the organism.
BIOL-Z 476 Biology of Fishes
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- BIOL-L 111; and junior or senior standing
- Description
- Introduces diversity of extant fishes with respect to evolutionary relationships, classification, structure, function, behavior, ecology and biogeography.
CHEM-A 314 Biological and Environmental Chemical Analysis
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- (CHEM-C 341 or CHEM-R 340 or CHEM-S 341) and (MATH-M 119 or MATH-V 119 or MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211)
- Description
- Theory and application of analytical techniques, including statistical treatment of data, spectroscopy, separation methods, electroanalytical methods, radioisotopes, and immunological methods.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 314 or CHEM-C 318.
CHEM-A 315 Chemical Measurements Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-A 314; or CHEM-C 317 and CHEM-C 318
- Description
- Application of analytical techniques and instrumentation to qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Theory, instrumentation, and data analysis will be covered.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 315 or CHEM-A 316.
CHEM-A 316 Bioanalytical Chemistry Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 318 or CHEM-A 314
- Description
- Laboratory experiments involve the application of analytical techniques and instrumentation to chemical analysis of biological samples. Methods include spectroscopy, immunoassays, chromatography, electrophoresis, and mass spectrometry.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 315 or CHEM-A 316.
CHEM-B 486 Gene Expression and Physiology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 484 or consent of instructor
- Description
- Biosynthesis of macromolecules, control of gene expression, advanced topics in biochemistry.
CHEM-B 487 Biochemistry Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- (CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, CHEM-S 343 or CHEM-X 325); and CHEM-C 484
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 485
- Description
- Laboratory instruction in the fundamental techniques of protein biochemistry, including separation of macromolecules by electrophoresis and chromatography; isolation, purification, and analysis of enzymes; and methods for probing protein-ligand interactions.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-B 487 and CHEM-B 488; or CHEM-C 487.
CHEM-B 488 Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-B 487 with a grade of C- or higher
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 485
- Description
- Laboratory instruction in the fundamental techniques of nucleic acid chemistry, including assay methods, nucleic acid purification strategies, recombinant DNA procedures; transformations, protein expression systems, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) methodologies, and methods of genomic analysis.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-B 487 and CHEM-B 488; or CHEM-C 487.
CHEM-C 317 Equilibria and Electrochemistry
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- A grade of C- or higher in CHEM-C 341; CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341; and MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-M 213
- Description
- Treatment of analytical data; chemical equilibrium; redox titrations; electrochemical theory; potentiometry; voltammetry; coulometry.
CHEM-C 318 Spectrochemistry and Separations
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- A grade of C- or higher in CHEM-C 341; CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341; and MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-M 213
- Description
- Ultraviolet, visible, infrared, and luminescence spectrophotometry; flame and electrical discharge techniques; X-ray and mass spectrometric methods; phase equilibria and extractions; counter current distribution; gas, thin-layer liquid, and high-performance liquid chromatography.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 314; or CHEM-C 317 and CHEM-C 318.
CHEM-C 321 Advanced and Nanoscale Materials
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P: [CHEM-C 342 or CHEM-S 342; and CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, CHEM-S 343 or CHEM-X 325]; or [PHYS-P 202 or PHYS-P 222]; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Interdisciplinary course bridges chemistry, materials science, physics and biology by focusing on concepts crucial to understanding the structure-function relationships of materials and their nanoscale properties. Elucidates these concepts through study of contemporary and advanced materials: e.g., metal and magnetic nanoparticles, semiconductor quantum dots, biomaterials, polymers, surfactants, and liquid crystals.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 321 or CHEM-C 420.
CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Description
- Chemistry of carbon compounds. Nomenclature; qualitative theory of valence; structure and reactions. Syntheses and reactions of major classes of monofunctional compounds.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- Syntheses and reactions of polyfunctional compounds, natural and industrial products.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341; and CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 343 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- A grade of C- or higher in CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-X 150; and CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341
- Notes
- R: CHEM-C 342 or CHEM-S 342
- Description
- Laboratory instruction in the fundamental techniques of organic chemistry, spectroscopy, and the use of general synthetic methods.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, CHEM-S 343, or CHEM-X 325.
CHEM-C 344 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- (CHEM-C 342 or CHEM-S 342); and (CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, CHEM-S 343, or CHEM-X 325)
- Description
- Preparation, isolation, and identification of organic compounds; emphasis on modern research methods.
CHEM-C 360 Introductory Physical Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-C 243; and MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 212, or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221
- Description
- Elements of thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, molecular quantum states, and spectroscopy. For students not intending to specialize in physical sciences.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 361 Physical Chemistry of Bulk Matter
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-S 106, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; and MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
- Description
- Thermodynamics laws, free energy and chemical potentials, gases and dilute solutions, phase transitions, colligative properties, chemical equilibria, ionic solutions, chemical kinetics and transport processes, current topics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 362 Physical Chemistry of Molecules
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 106, or CHEM-S 117; and MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222
- Notes
- R: CHEM-N 331 and MATH-M 311
- Description
- Quantum states and spectroscopy of molecules, statistical thermodynamics, and elementary kinetic theory, current topics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 362.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 372 Chemical Informatics II: Molecular Modeling
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 341 or CHEM-S 341
- Description
- Molecular modeling and computational chemistry; application of quantum mechanics and molecular mechanics to derive structural and energetics information about molecules; conformational analysis; quantitative structure-activity relationships (QSAR) and related methods for drug design.
CHEM-C 383 Human Biochemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- Introduction to macromolecular structure, central metabolism, and chemical basis of biological information flow.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 383, CHEM-C 483, or CHEM-C 484.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 416 Surface Analysis and Surface Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361; or consent of instructor
- Description
- An overview of the modern instrumental techniques of surface analysis will be presented, together with a survey of their applications to solve surface chemical problems. Topics include electron and ion spectroscopies, SIMS, LEED, thermal desorption spectroscopy, surface electron and ion microscopies, catalysis, microelectronics fabrication, and corrosion.
CHEM-C 427 Advanced and Nanoscale Materials Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 321 or CHEM-C 420
- Description
- This is a junior-senior level overview of advanced and nanoscale materials including hard, soft and hybrid materials with a focus on structure-function relationships. Lab techniques include materials synthesis, structural characterization, modeling of structures, and spectroscopic characterization. Emphasis is on modern research methods.
CHEM-C 430 Inorganic Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-N 330, or CHEM-N 331
- Notes
- R: CHEM-C 362
- Description
- Structure and bonding of inorganic compounds; survey of chemistry of the Periodic Table, group theory, electronic spectroscopy of coordination compounds, organometallic compounds, catalysis, mechanisms, and reactions.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 432 Spectroscopic Methods in Inorganic Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361; and CHEM-C 430
- Description
- Chemical applications of group theory and the elucidation of structure and bonding in inorganic molecules and complexes by vibrational, nuclear magnetic resonance, Mossbauer, and electronic absorption spectroscopy.
CHEM-C 433 Chemical Crystallography
- Credits
- 1.5
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-N 331 or CHEM-C 437; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Presents the basics of crystallography, the mathematical foundations of diffraction principles, and hands-on experience in the operation of X-ray diffractometers, computer software for crystal structure determination and visualization, as well as crystallographic databases.
CHEM-C 437 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-N 330 or CHEM-N 337
- Description
- Synthesis, characterization, and study of chemical and physical properties of inorganic and organometallic compounds.
CHEM-C 443 Organic Spectroscopy
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- (CHEM-C 342 or CHEM-S 342); and (CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, CHEM-S 343, or CHEM-X 325)
- Description
- Elucidation of molecular structures by use of IR, UV, NMR, mass spectroscopy, and other methods.
CHEM-C 446 Organic Chemistry III
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 342 or CHEM-S 342
- Description
- Further develops concepts introduced in Organic Chemistry I and II. Advanced topics include retrosynthesis, kinetics, catalysis, organometallic chemistry, FO theory and pericyclic reactions, heterocycles, mechanism, radicals and carbenes, polymers, solid phase synthesis of peptides and organic synthesis.
CHEM-C 450 Advanced Organic Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 361, CHEM-C 362, and CHEM-C 446
- Description
- Covers valence and molecule structure, electronic interpretation of organic reactions, and stereochemistry. Includes discussion of myriad chemical reaction mechanisms and focuses on physical methods utilized to experimentally define reaction mechanisms.
CHEM-C 453 Introduction to Chemical Biology I
- Credits
- 1.5
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 484
- Description
- Introduces key concepts in chemical biology. At the interface of biochemistry and chemistry, biochemical reactions and their synthetic counterparts are presented in the context of application to better understand biological systems, to develop chemical probes, or to guide drug design.
CHEM-C 454 Introduction to Chemical Biology II
- Credits
- 1.5
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 453
- Description
- Introduces key concepts in chemical biology. Moving the focus beyond proteins, biochemical processes involving nucleic acid (DNA and RNA) and glycans (sugars) are presented in the context of the use of chemical probes to biological systems or the mechanism of drug action.
CHEM-C 455 Biological Regulation
- Credits
- 1.5
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 485
- Description
- Covers selected aspects of biochemical regulation, while reinforcing core concepts of biochemistry as discovery-based quantitative, molecular and chemical science.
CHEM-C 458 Fundamentals of Biochemical Catalysis
- Credits
- 1.5
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 485
- Description
- Covers general properties of enzymes and basic principles of enzymatic reactions, as well as enzyme kinetics; inhibitor types, their importance and their effects on enzymatic reaction rates; and specificity of enzymes. Also explores thermodynamics, catalytic mechanisms, and kinetics and binding equilibria as they apply to proteins.
CHEM-C 460 Nuclear Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 360, CHEM-C 361, or CHEM-C 362
- Description
- Fundamentals of nuclear behavior; nuclear properties, radioactive decay, and nuclear reactions; applications of nuclear phenomena, biological effects of radiation, nuclear analytical techniques, tracers, radioisotope dating, nuclear power, and the origin of the chemical elements.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 481 Physical Biochemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 361 or CHEM-P 360; and CHEM-C 484
- Description
- Physical chemistry of biological macromolecules; structure and conformation of proteins and nucleic acids; thermodynamics and kinetics of biochemical reactions.
CHEM-C 483 Biological Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342
- Description
- Introduction to structure, chemical properties, and interrelationships of biological substances.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 383, CHEM-C 483, or CHEM-C 484.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 484 Biomolecules and Catabolism
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 342 or CHEM-S 342
- Description
- Structure and function of cellular components and the generation of phosphate-bond energy.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 383, CHEM-C 483, or CHEM-C 484.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 485 Biosynthetic Pathways and Control of Metabolism
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 484
- Description
- Biosynthetic pathways, control of metabolism, and drug design.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 483; or CHEM-C 484 and CHEM-C 485.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-C 497 Special Laboratory Projects in Chemistry
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor
- Description
- Laboratory projects in chemistry or biochemistry as determined by instructor and student.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
CHEM-C 498 Special Topics in Chemistry
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor; section authorization required
- Description
- Topics in chemistry and biochemistry vary with each offering of this course.
CHEM-G 408 Seminar in Green Chemistry
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- This seminar series focuses on the chemical aspects of sustainable chemistry, a chemical philosophy encouraging the design of products/processes that reduce or eliminate the use and generation of hazardous substances. Invited speakers consider sustainable design from multiple perspectives involving industry, academia, and public policy.
CHEM-M 401 Introduction to Hard Materials
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 321
- Description
- Introduction to the structure, characterization, properties, and synthesis of bulk inorganic solids and nanomaterials. Discussion of nanoscale materials and hot topics will be included. This knowledge will equip students with the ability to understand the structure-function properties of inorganic and nanoscale materials.
CHEM-M 402 Introduction to Soft Materials
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 321
- Description
- This interdisciplinary course bridges chemistry, materials science, engineering, physics, and biology by focusing on concepts crucial to understanding phenomena in soft materials. These concepts are elucidated through the study and discussion of contemporary and advanced materials; for example, nanoparticles, polymers, surfactants, liquid crystals, and biological materials.
CHEM-N 331 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- (CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342); and (CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, CHEM-S 343, or CHEM-X 325)
- Notes
- R: Usually taken concurrently with CHEM-N 337
- Description
- Focuses on structure, bonding, and reaction mechanisms of inorganic compounds using molecular orbital theory as a basis for metal-ligand interaction. Compounds covered include transition metal coordination compounds, organometallic compounds, and bioinorganic complexes. Other topics include redox chemistry, nuclear chemistry, and an introduction to solid-state chemistry.
CHEM-N 337 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-N 331
- Description
- Focuses on the application of foundational material covered in CHEM-N 331. Lab works includes synthesis of transition metal complexes and investigation of structure and bonding using multiple spectroscopic techniques. Base-level computations will be carried out in support of lab work. Also emphasizes the development of professional writing skills.
CHEM-P 360 Physical Chemistry for Biochemists
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-S 117; and MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201 or PHYS-P 221
- Notes
- Recommended C: PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222
- Description
- Covers elements of thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, molecular quantum states and spectroscopy, focusing on an intuitive approach to these topics at an intermediate level of mathematical rigor.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-P 360, CHEM-C 360, or CHEM-C 361.
CHEM-P 364 Basic Measurements in Physical Chemistry
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 361 or CHEM-P 360
- Description
- Experiments conducted elucidate concepts explored in physical chemistry, such as heats of fusion, heat capacities, bomb calorimetry, transport properties, chemical kinetics and basic spectroscopy.
CHEM-P 464 Advanced Measurements in Physical Chemistry
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-P 364
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 362
- Description
- The tools of designing experiments in modern physical chemistry will be explored in this laboratory course. Students will work through the layers involved in physical experiments from its genesis through data analysis. Components of the class include electronics, computer interfacing, vacuum and laser technology, particle or photon detection, and computations.
CHEM-R 340 Survey of Organic Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117 or consent of instructor
- Description
- A survey of classes, structure, and reactivity of carbon-based compounds with an emphasis on those found in biological systems.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, CHEM-S 341, or CHEM-S 342.
CHEM-S 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures, Honors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Grade of B+ or higher in CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; or consent of instructor
- Description
- For students with unusually good aptitude or preparation. Chemistry of carbon compounds. Nomenclature; qualitative theory of valence; structure and reactions. Syntheses and reactions of major classes of monofunctional compounds.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-S 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures, Honors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-S 341
- Description
- Special course for students with unusually good aptitude or preparation, covering same subject matter as CHEM-C 342.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
CHEM-X 325 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-X 150 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- Second in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students engage in guided research in teams. The research area of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-X 325, CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, or CHEM-S 343.
CHEM-X 371 Internship in Chemical Instruction
- Credits
- 0–2 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of department
- Notes
- Neither CHEM-G 499 nor CHEM-X 371 may count toward credit hours in the major
- Description
- Supervised experience in teaching an undergraduate chemistry course.
- Repeatability
- May be taken up to three times.
- Grading
- S/F grading.
CHEM-X 373 Professional Practice in Chemistry
- Credits
- 1–6 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of department
- Notes
- Course credit may count as elective hours in the B.S. in chemistry and B.S. in biochemistry majors
- Description
- Designed to provide opportunities for students to receive credit for career-related, full-time work. Evaluation by employer and Director of Undergraduate Studies.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours in CHEM-X 373 and CHEM-Y 398.
- Grading
- S/F grading.
CHEM-X 399 Chemical Research
- Credits
- 0–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of research director and department
- Description
- For outstanding students. Provides opportunity to perform research in an IU Chemistry Department lab. Written research thesis is required. Cannot be used as a substitute for other chemistry courses.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 10 credit hours in CHEM-C 409 and CHEM-X 399.
CHEM-X 498 Chemical Literature Capstone
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Junior or senior standing
- Description
- Develops familiarity with chemical literature - how to find, analyze, and connect it to previous work in the field. Provides practice in written and oral project presentation to various audiences - expert and non-expert. Covers the peer review process, long-term research project management, and productive engagement in professional seminars.
CHEM-X 499 Chemical Research Capstone
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- Consent of research director and department; and two semesters of CHEM-C 409 or CHEM-X 399
- Description
- For outstanding students in research. A written research thesis with oral presentation is required.
- Repeatability
- CHEM-X 399 and CHEM-X 499 may not be taken concurrently during the same semester. Credit given for only one of CHEM-G 410 or CHEM-X 499.
GEOG-G 304 Physical Meteorology and Climatology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Provides an introduction to the physical basis of Earth\'s atmosphere and climate system from global to local scales, emphasizing physical processes and properties. Analyzes surface energy and water balances in varied landscapes. Covers issues related to climate change.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of GEOG-G 304, EAS-A 340, or GEOL-G 340.
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GEOG-G 305 Current Issues in Climate, Land and Environmental Change
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- An examination of current problems concerning climate, land and environmental change from a geographical perspective. The specific topic to be considered will vary from semester to semester.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 307 Biogeography: The Distribution of Life
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- A survey of the present and past distributions of the world's plants and animals, emphasizing ecological explanation of species distributions. Topics include evolution and distribution of major plant and animal groups, world vegetation, plant and animal domestication, introduction of plant and animal pests, destruction of natural communities, and extinction.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 336 Environmental Remote Sensing
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Principles of remote sensing of the earth and its atmosphere, emphasizing satellite data in visible, infrared, and microwave portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. Emphasis on practical applications and digital image analysis.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 339 Weather Analysis and Forecasting
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Analysis and interpretation of meteorological data with a focus on forecasting applications for the mid-latitudes. Students learn the practical skills that weather forecasters use.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of EAS-A 339, GEOG-G 339, or GEOL-G 339.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 350 Field Methods in Physical Geography
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Use of instrumentation for the measurement, analysis, and interpretation of field data concerning features and processes of the natural environment. Field and laboratory equipment will be used for research projects and environmental monitoring. Practical application of biogeographic, climatological, and hydrological principles.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 405 Ecological Climatology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Surveys the relationship between climate and vegetation and explores the consequences of human impacts. Examines the role of climate on vegetation patterns, agricultural crops, and select ecosystems and in turn, the influence of vegetation on climate.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 407 Climate Dynamics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Climate and its inter-annual and longer-term variations from the perspectives of theory, observations and modeling. Topics include: climate sensitivity, stability and feedbacks; sea-air-land-ice interactions; teleconnections and their regional expression; drought; climate reconstruction and prediction using numerical models.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 433 Advanced Synoptic Meteorology and Climatology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Analysis and prediction of synoptic scale weather systems, emphasizing the mid-latitudes. Other topics include severe weather and atmospheric/oceanic teleconnections.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of GEOG-G 433 or GEOL-G 437.
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GEOG-G 436 Advanced Remote Sensing: Digital Image Processing
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- GEOG-G 336 or consent of instructor
- Description
- Advanced remote sensing theory and digital image processing techniques with an emphasis on environmental applications. Hands-on computer exercises provide significant experience in introductory digital image processing for extraction of qualitative and quantitative information about the Earth\'s terrestrial environments.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 438 Advanced Geographic Information Systems
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- GEOG-G 338 or consent of instructor
- Description
- Covers intermediate and advanced theory in geographic information science and spatial analysis using GIS software. Provides an in-depth look into this rapidly developing field and teaches the skills needed to construct, manage, and analyze data and models.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 439 GIS and Environmental Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Applications of geographic information science principles in the collection and analysis of spatial data. Integration of GIS, remote sensing, and/or GPS technologies. Review of current literature on techniques, theory, technology, and applications with an emphasis on environmental issues. Discussions, laboratory, and research project.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
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GEOG-G 444 Climate Change Impacts
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Increasing concentrations of greenhouse gases are causing climate to change at an unprecedented rate. This course will explain how and why anthropogenic activity is causing climate to change, how this impacts society and options for adaptation and mitigation, plus the potential to reduce climate change through geoengineering.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 451 Physical Hydrology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to hydrological processes occurring at multiple spatial and temporal scales. Principles of water resources such as infiltration, runoff, surface- and groundwater flow will be explored. Topics covered also include the environmental, economic, and social implications of floods, droughts, dams, and water usage as well as current and future issues in water quality, water pollution, and water-resource regulation.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 467 Ecohydrology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduces basic principles and concepts in forest ecohydrology, focusing on modeling perspectives. Examines processes and feedback among water, carbon, and nitrogen fluxes in application to water resources and forest management: control of climate, vegetation change, and disturbance regimes on hydrological and biogeochemical processes.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 475 Climate Change
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Evidence for and theories of climate change over a range of time scales. Sources of natural climate forcing are presented, historical evolution of climate change is quantified, and model tools and climate projections are presented along with analyses of climate change impacts.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of GEOG-G 475 or GEOL-G 476.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 477 Topics in Climatology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Selected topics in applied climatology, climate change, climate impacts, climate modeling, field methods, quantitative analysis, or related subjects.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated once with a different topic.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 481 Terrestrial Ecosystem Modeling
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: Computer programming experience highly recommended
- Description
- Introduces the major components of terrestrial ecosystem models - the land component of earth system models that are used in climate change projections. These components include biogeochemical, hydrology, and energy cycles, as well as processes that impact ecosystems, such as disturbance, land use change, and land management.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 488 Applied Spatial Statistics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- 6 credit hours of geography or consent of instructor
- Description
- Extension of traditional statistical analysis to spatial data. Spatial means and spatial variances, the examination of differences in samples over space, spatial autocorrelation, nearest neighbor analysis, map comparison techniques. Emphasis is on practical applications.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
GEOG-G 489 Geospatial Analysis of Big Data in Python
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces the Python programming language and the Python skills needed to perform complex geospatial data analysis and data visualization with large spatiotemporal datasets (e.g. modeling, remote sensing, or GIS data).
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 301 Linear Algebra and Applications
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212; or MATH-M 211 and CSCI-C 241; or MATH-S 211 and CSCI-C 241
- Description
- Solving systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, determinants, vector spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Selection of advanced topics. Applications throughout. Computer used for theory and applications.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 301 or MATH-M 303.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 303 Linear Algebra for Undergraduates
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212; or MATH-M 211 and CSCI-C 241; or MATH-S 211 and CSCI-C 241
- Description
- Introduction to the theory of real vector spaces. Coordinate s, linear dependence, bases. Linear transformations and matrix calculus. Determinants and rank. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 311 Calculus III
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212
- Description
- Elementary geometry of 2, 3, and n-space; functions of several variables; partial differentiation; minimum and maximum problems; multiple integration.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 312 Calculus IV
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311
- Description
- Differential calculus of vector-valued functions, transformation of coordinates, change of variables in multiple integrals. Vector integral calculus: line integrals, Green\'s theorem, surface integrals, Stokes\' theorem. Applications.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 312 or MATH-S 312.
MATH-M 321 Intuitive Topology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212
- Description
- Intuitive description of topology, including networks and maps, topological equivalence, classification of surfaces, spheres with handles, knot theory, Jordan curve theorem, transformations, and fixed-point theorems.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 330 Exploring Mathematical Ideas
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 211 or MATH-S 211
- Notes
- Does not count toward major requirements
- Description
- An experimental course to illustrate important ideas in major areas of mathematics, including number theory, group theory, topology, geometry, and probability. Additional topics may include newly emerging fields, such as chaos theory.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 343 Introduction to Differential Equations with Applications I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212
- Notes
- R: MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
- Description
- Ordinary differential equations and methods for their solution, including series methods and the Laplace transform. Applications of differential equations. s, stability, and numerical methods. Partial differential equations of mathematical physics, Fourier series.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 343 or MATH-S 343.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 344 Introduction to Differential Equations with Applications II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- One of MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303; and MATH-M 343 or MATH-S 343
- Description
- Ordinary differential equations and methods for their solution, including series methods and the Laplace transform. Applications of differential equations. Systems, stability, and numerical methods. Partial differential equations of mathematical physics, Fourier series.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 348 Discrete Mathematical Models
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 118 or equivalent
- Description
- Introduction to the development and use of discrete mathematical models in the social, life, and management sciences; emphasis on models involving Markov chains, game theory, graph theory, and evolutionary systems.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 353 Discrete Mathematics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212 or consent of instructor
- Description
- Covers fundamental topics chosen from enumerative combinatorics and graph theory. Possible topics include permutations, combinations, pigeonhole principle, inclusion-exclusion, generating functions, recurrence relations, Pólya theory, spanning trees, Eulerian paths, Ramsey theory, graph coloring, flow problems, Hamiltonian paths and cycles, electrical networks, random graphs.
MATH-M 365 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212
- Description
- Elementary concepts of probability and statistics. Combinatorics, conditional probability, independence, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions, moments. Statistical inference, point estimation, confidence intervals, test of hypotheses. Applications to social, behavioral, and natural sciences.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 360 or MATH-M 365.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 371 Elementary Computational Methods
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212
- Description
- Interpolation and approximation of functions, solution of equations, numerical integration and differentiation. Errors, convergence, and stability of the procedures. Students write and use programs applying numerical methods.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 380 History of Mathematics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212
- Description
- Brief study of the development of algebra and trigonometry; practical, demonstrative, and analytic geometry; calculus, famous problems, calculating devices; famous mathematicians and chronological outlines in comparison with outlines in the sciences, history, philosophy, and astronomy.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of HPSC-X 380 or MATH-M 380.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 384 Logic
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 241, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
- Description
- Construction and study of formal mathematical languages. Definitions of, and relationships between, the notions of truth and provability of a formal sentence. Proof systems for logical systems such as propositional logic and syllogistic logic. Soundness, completeness, and decidability.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 385 Mathematics from Language
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, or equivalent
- Description
- Discrete mathematics. Topics in math motivated by linguistics, chosen from formal approaches to syntax and semantics, and from statistical and computational linguistics.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 391 Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- (A) MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212; or CSCI-C 241 and MATH-M 211; or CSCI-C 241 and MATH-S 211; and (B) MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
- Notes
- Recommended for students with insufficient background for 400-level courses and for students in education
- Description
- Elementary logic, techniques of proof, basic set theory, functions, relations, binary operations, number systems, counting. Bridges the gap between elementary and advanced courses.
- Repeatability
- Not open to students who have received credit for MATH-M 403, MATH-M 413, or MATH-M 420.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 403 Introduction to Modern Algebra I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
- Description
- Study of groups, rings, field extensions, with applications to linear transformations.
MATH-M 404 Introduction to Modern Algebra II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- Open only to graduate students
- Description
- Study of groups, rings, field extensions, with applications to linear transformations.
MATH-M 405 Number Theory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212
- Description
- Numbers and their representation, divisibility and factorization, primes and their distribution, number theoretic functions, congruences, primitive roots, diophantine equations, quadratic residues, sums of squares.
MATH-M 409 Linear Transformations
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
- Description
- The study of linear transformations on a finite dimensional vector space over the complex field. Canonical forms, similarity theory; inner products and diagonalization of normal transformations.
MATH-M 413 Introduction to Analysis I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303; and MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311
- Description
- Modern theory of real number , limits, functions, sequences and series, Riemann-Stieltjes integral, and special topics.
MATH-M 414 Introduction to Analysis II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 413 or MATH-S 413
- Description
- Continuation of MATH-M 413. Functions of several variables, Taylor series, extreme values. Manifolds in Euclidean space, Implicit Function Theorem, Inverse Function Theorem. Divergence Theorem and other classical theorems of vector calculus. Special topics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 414 or MATH-S 414.
MATH-M 415 Elementary Complex Variables with Applications
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 311, MATH-S 311, or consent of instructor
- Description
- Algebra and geometry of complex numbers, elementary functions of a complex variable, power series, integrations, calculus of residues, conformal mapping. Application to physics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 415 or MATH-S 415.
MATH-M 420 Metric Space Topology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
- Description
- Topology of Euclidean and metric spaces. Limits and continuity. Topological properties of metric spaces, including separation properties, connectedness, and compactness. Complete metric spaces. Elementary general topology.
MATH-M 435 Introduction to Differential Geometry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303; and MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311
- Description
- An introduction to the geometry of curves and surfaces. Topics will include arc length, torsion, Frenet formulae, metrics, curvatures, and classical theorems in these areas.
MATH-M 436 Introduction to Geometries
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
- Description
- Non-Euclidean geometry, axiom systems. Plane projective geometry, Desarguesian planes, perspectivities, coordinates in the real projective plane. The group of projective transformations and subgeometries corresponding to subgroups. Models for geometries. Circular transformations.
MATH-M 441 Introduction to Partial Differential Equations with Applications I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303; and MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311; and MATH-M 343 or MATH-S 343
- Notes
- R: MATH-M 312 or MATH-S 312
- Description
- Derivation and methods of solution of classical partial differential equations of mathematical physics: heat, wave, and Laplace equations. Separation of variables, Fourier series, Sturm-Liouville theory, special functions, Green\'s functions, Fourier transform, first order equations, characteristics and special topics.
MATH-M 442 Introduction to Partial Differential Equations with Applications II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 441
- Description
- Derivation and methods of solution of classical partial differential equations of mathematical physics: heat, wave, and Laplace equations. Separation of variables, Fourier series, Sturm-Liouville theory, special functions, Green\'s functions, Fourier transform, first order equations, characteristics and special topics.
MATH-M 447 Mathematical Models and Applications I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303; and MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311
- Notes
- P or C: MATH-M 365
- Description
- Formation and study of mathematical models used in the biological, social, and management sciences. Mathematical topics include games, graphs, Markov and Poisson processes, mathematical programming, queues, and equations of growth.
MATH-M 451 The Mathematics of Finance
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311; and MATH-M 365 or MATH-M 463 or MATH-S 463
- Description
- Course covers probability theory, Brownian motion, Ito\'s Lemma, stochastic differential equations, and dynamic hedging. These topics are applied to the Black-Scholes formula, the pricing of financial derivatives, and the term theory of interest rates.
MATH-M 453 Cryptography
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
- Description
- The course covers encryption and decryption in secure codes. Topics include cryptos and their cryptanalysis, Data Encryption Standard, cryptanalysis, Euclidean algorithm, Chinese remainder theorem, RSA crypto, primality testing, factoring algorithms, EI Gamal crypto, discrete log problem, other public key cryptos, signature schemes, hash functions, key distribution and key agreement.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 463 Introduction to Probability Theory I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303; and MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311
- Description
- The meaning of probability. Random experiments, conditional probability, independence. Random variables, expected values and standard deviations, moment generating functions. Important discrete and continuous distributions. Poisson processes. Multivariate distributions, basic limit laws such as the central limit theorem.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 463 or MATH-S 463.
MATH-M 464 Introduction to Probability Theory II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 463 or MATH-S 463
- Description
- Conditional distributions and expectation, linear and nonlinear regression; simple stochastic processes: Poisson process, process with independent increments, random walk, Markov chain with finite state space; information theory.
MATH-M 466 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 463, MATH-S 463, or consent of instructor
- Description
- Rigorous mathematical treatment of problems in sampling and statistical inference. Method of maximum likelihood, efficiency, sufficient statistics, exponential family distributions, likelihood ratio tests, most powerful tests, minimum variance unbiased estimators, shortest confidence intervals, linear models and analysis of variance, nonparametric methods.
MATH-M 471 Numerical Analysis I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303; and MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311; and MATH-M 343 or MATH-S 343
- Notes
- Knowledge of a computer language such as FORTRAN, C, C++, etc., is essential for success in this course. Students with other programming backgrounds should consult the instructor
- Description
- Interpolation and approximation of functions, numerical integration and differentiation, solution of nonlinear equations, acceleration and extrapolation, solution of systems of linear equations, eigenvalue problems, initial and boundary value problems for ordinary differential equations, and computer programs applying these numerical methods.
MATH-M 472 Numerical Analysis II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303; and MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311; and MATH-M 343 or MATH-S 343
- Notes
- Knowledge of a computer language such as FORTRAN, C, C++, etc., is essential for success in this course. Students with other programming backgrounds should consult the instructor.
- Description
- Interpolation and approximation of functions, numerical integration and differentiation, solution of nonlinear equations, acceleration and extrapolation, solution of s of linear equations, eigenvalue problems, initial and boundary value problems for ordinary differential equations, and computer programs applying these numerical methods.
MATH-M 482 Modal Logic
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 241, CSCI-H 241, MATH-M 303, MATH-S 303, or MATH-M 384; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduction to modal logic with emphasis on systems of modal logic which apply to philosophy and computer science. Includes epistemic logic, temporal logic, deontic logic, and logics for reasoning about space. Covers primarily the semantics of these systems, and secondarily the standard results about them.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
MATH-M 490 Problem Seminar
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303 or MATH-S 303; and consent of instructor
- Notes
- R: MATH-M 343 or MATH-S 343, and MATH-M 441; and MATH-M 471
- Description
- Introduction to research techniques for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students, based on problems from parts of the regular curriculum, such as linear algebra, topology, probability, and analysis. Emphasis will be on problems of both current and historical interest but usually not in the standard literature.
MATH-M 491 Putnam Exam Seminar
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- Consent of the director of undergraduate studies
- Description
- The Putnam Examination is a national mathematics competition for college undergraduates at all levels of study. It is held in December each year. This problem seminar is designed to help students prepare for the examination.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credit hours.
PHYS-H 222 Honors Physics II
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 221; or PHYS-P 221 and consent of department
- Description
- Second semester of a calculus-based sequence in introductory physics, intended primarily for highly motivated and well prepared students. Covers the material of PHYS-P 222 and supplementary topics. Course fee required.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
PHYS-H 301 Honors Physics III
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; and MATH-M 212
- Description
- Third semester of a calculus-based sequence in introductory physics, intended primarily for highly motivated and well-prepared students. Covers the material of PHYS-P 301 and supplementary topics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 301 or PHYS-P 301.
PHYS-P 222 Physics II
- Credits
- 5
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 221 or PHYS-P 221; or PHYS-P 201 and consent of instructor
- Corequisites
- MATH-M 212 or consent of instructor
- Notes
- Second semester of a three-semester, calculus-based sequence intended for science majors.Three lectures, two discussion sections, and one 2-hour lab each week. Physics majors are encouraged to take PHYS-P 222 in the spring semester of the freshman year
- Description
- Primarily electricity, magnetism, and geometrical and physical optics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
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PHYS-P 301 Physics III
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor
- Notes
- Third semester of a three-semester, calculus-based sequence.Intended for science and mathematics majors. Three lecture-discussion periods each week
- Description
- Special theory of relativity; introduction to quantum physics; atomic, nuclear, condensed matter, and elementary particle physics.
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PHYS-P 309 Modern Physics Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: PHYS-P 301
- Description
- Fundamental experiments in physics with emphasis on modern physics. The course aims to develop basic laboratory skills and data analysis techniques.
PHYS-P 310 Environmental Physics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221; and MATH-M 211; or consent of instructor
- Description
- For biological and physical science majors. Relationship of physics to current environmental problems. Energy production, comparison of sources and byproducts; nature of and possible solutions to problems of noise, particulate matter in atmosphere.
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PHYS-P 314 Introduction to Medical Physics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, PHYS-P 221, or consent of instructor
- Notes
- R: PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222. Preferred for Physics majors: PHYS-P 371 and PHYS-P 472
- Description
- For biological and physical science majors. Applications of physics to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of human disease: diagnostic imaging, radiation therapy, radiation protection; radiation detection, dosimetry, exposure, instrumentation, cavity theory, non-ionizing radiation imaging, radiation biology, radiation oncology techniques, cancer biology, medical imaging technologies.
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PHYS-P 317 Signals and Information Processing in Living Systems
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222; and MATH-M 120 or MATH-M 211.
- Description
- Introduction to quantitative methods for life sciences, emphasizing how living systems process information. Topics include noise in sensory signals; consequences for sensory processing; uncertainty and decision making; neural networks, excitable waves in neurons and muscle; stability/instability; models of development and morphogenesis. Open to students in the physical or life sciences.
PHYS-P 318 Scattering Methods in Materials Science
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduction to neutron and X-ray scattering techniques used in materials physics. Basic scattering theory; structural measurements of ordered, disordered, and nano materials; stress and strain measurements; imaging; inelastic neutron and X-ray scattering; EXAFS and NEXAFS; polarized neutrons and X-rays; proposal writing.
PHYS-P 321 Techniques in Theoretical Physics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: PHYS-P 301
- Description
- Particle motion in one, two, and three dimensions in the presence of forces; construction of forces from fields, and relationships between fields and sources; energies and potentials; complex oscillations and circuit analysis; classical and quantum mechanical waves and probabilities.
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PHYS-P 325 Computing Skills for Physical Scientists
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 201 and PHYS-P 202; or PHYS-P 221 and PHYS-P 222; and MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or equivalent
- Description
- Computer skills with application to upper-division physical science courses: use of Python as a programming language and Mathematica for symbolic manipulation; data fitting and visualization; numerical and Monte Carlo methods.
PHYS-P 331 Theory of Electricity and Magnetism I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor; and MATH-M 312 or PHYS-P 321
- Description
- Electrostatic fields and differential operators, Laplace and Poisson equations, dielectric materials, steady currents, power and energy, induction, magnetic fields, scalar and vector potentials, Maxwell\'s equations.
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PHYS-P 332 Theory of Electricity and Magnetism II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 331; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Magnetic materials, wave equations and radiation, energy transfer and conversion. Pointing vector and momentum, retarded potentials, dipole radiation, transmission lines and wave guides, relativity.
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PHYS-P 340 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor
- Notes
- P or C: MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311
- Description
- Intermediate course, covering three laws of thermodynamics, classical and quantum statistical mechanics, and some applications.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
PHYS-P 350 Applied Physics Instrumentation Laboratory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 201, PHYS-P 202, and consent of instructor
- Notes
- P or C: PHYS-P 309
- Description
- Instrumentation, data acquisition, and control for research, development, industrial applications depending upon coordination of electrical sensors, instruments, personal computers, and software. Covers the essentials of electronic signal measurements, transducers, computer control of instruments, design of automated measurement and control algorithms, real-time data analysis and instrument calibration.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
PHYS-P 371 Radiation Science Fundamentals
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduces principles and concepts related to radioactive decay, interactions of ionizing radiation with matter, dosimetry and the human health effects of exposure to ionizing radiation; reviews fundamental concepts of atomic and sub-atomic processes, modern physics, Special Theory of Relativity, wave/particle duality and the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle.
PHYS-P 400 Analog and Digital Electronics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Practical electronics as would be encountered in a research laboratory or industrial setting. Both analog (filters, power supplies, transistors, amplifiers, op-amps, comparators, oscillators, transducers including the analysis of circuits using computer-aided techniques) and digital devices (storage elements, discrete gates, and programmable devices).
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PHYS-P 408 Current Research in Physics
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- A series of introductory talks by 15 different faculty members on the current research activities of the Department of Physics. For senior-level students.
PHYS-P 410 Computing Applications in Physics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 301; and CSCI-A 201 or CSCI-A 304; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Computing methods and techniques applied to a broad spectrum of physics problems. Emphasis on least-squares method and other curve-fitting techniques of nonlinear functions; Monte Carlo methods; data manipulation, including sorting, retrieval, and display.
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PHYS-P 411 Computing Applications in Physics II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 410; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Continuation of PHYS-P 410 including introduction to stochastic modeling, statistical mechanics and quantum systems, improving code performance.
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PHYS-P 425 Introductory Biophysics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Overview of cellular components; basic structures of proteins, nucleotides, and biological membranes; solution physics of biological molecules; mechanics and motions of biopolymers; physical chemistry of binding affinity and kinetics; physics of transport and initial transduction; biophysical techniques such as microscopy and spectroscopy; mathematical modeling of biological systems; biophysics in the post-genome era, etc.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
PHYS-P 441 Analytical Mechanics I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 222 or PHYS-H 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor
- Notes
- P or C: MATH-M 343
- Description
- Elementary mechanics of particles and rigid bodies, treated by methods of calculus and differential equations.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
PHYS-P 442 Analytical Mechanics II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 441; or consent of instructor
- Corequisites
- MATH-M 343
- Description
- Elementary mechanics of particles and rigid bodies, treated by methods of calculus and differential equations.
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PHYS-P 451 Experiments in Modern Physics I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 301 and PHYS-P 309
- Notes
- R: PHYS-P 453 and PHYS-P 454 concurrently
- Description
- Advanced laboratory for senior physics majors. Experimental investigations and selected topics in nuclear, atomic, and solid state physics.
PHYS-P 453 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 301 and PHYS-P 331
- Notes
- R: PHYS-P 332 concurrently
- Description
- The Schroedinger equation with applications to problems such as barrier transmission, harmonic oscillation, and the hydrogen atom. Discussion of orbital and spin angular momentum and identical particles. Introduction to perturbation theory.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
PHYS-P 454 Modern Physics
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 453
- Description
- Structure of multielectron atoms. Experimental facts and theoretical models in solid state physics, nuclear physics, and elementary particle physics.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
PHYS-P 455 Quantum Computing I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 118, MATH-M 211, and MATH-M 303; or consent of instructor
- Notes
- Cross-listed as MATH-M 455
- Description
- Covers the interdisciplinary field of quantum information science and aims at senior undergraduate and graduate students majoring in computer science, physics, mathematics, philosophy, and chemistry. Quantum Information Science is the study of storing, processing, and communicating information using quantum systems.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 455 and PHYS-P 455.
PHYS-P 456 Quantum Computing II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 118, MATH-M 211, and MATH-M 303; and MATH-M 455 or PHYS-P 455; or consent of instructor
- Notes
- Cross-listed as MATH-M 456
- Description
- Covers the interdisciplinary field of quantum information science and aims at senior undergraduate and graduate students majoring in computer science, physics, mathematics, philosophy, and chemistry. Quantum Information Science is the study of storing, processing, and communicating information using quantum systems.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of MATH-M 456 and PHYS-P 456.
PHYS-P 460 Modern Optics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 331 or consent of instructor
- Description
- Physical optics and electromagnetic waves based on electromagnetic theory, wave equations; phase and group velocity; dispersion; coherence; interference; diffraction; polarization of light and of electromagnetic radiation generally; wave guides; holography; masers and lasers; introduction to optical spectroscopy.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
PHYS-P 470 Introduction to Accelerator Physics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor
- Description
- Overview of accelerator development and accelerator technologies. Principles of linear and circular accelerators, storage rings, colliders. Transverse phase space motion of a particle in an accelerator. Radio frequency acceleration and synchrotron light sources. Basics of free electron lasers. Spin dynamics in cyclic accelerators and storage rings.   ÂÂ
PHYS-P 472 Radiation Oncology Physics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 371; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduces the physical principles, equipment, processes, imaging guidance and clinical techniques involved in the treatment of cancer patients with external radiation beams and radioactive sources; energy deposition characteristics are described; treatment planning dose calculation algorithms and point dose calculations; international dosimetry protocols for radiation beam calibrations are covered in detail.
PHYS-P 478 Radiation Biophysics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- PHYS-P 301, PHYS-P 371, or consent of instructor
- Description
- Emphasis on the effects of ionizing radiation at the cellular/molecular, tissue, and organismal level. Topics include effects in tissue, DNA repair, chemical modifiers, the basis of radiotherapy, consequences of whole-body irradiation, and carcinogenesis. Especially relevant for students training in cancer biology, radiation oncology, radiology, public health, and medical physics.
PHYS-X 473 Applied Physics Internship
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor or supervisor
- Description
- Internship in industry or national laboratory, arranged between the student, the student\'s faculty mentor, and an internship supervisor.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours in PHYS-S 407 and PHYS-X 473.
- Grading
- S/F grading.
PHYS-X 490 Readings in Physics
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor
- Description
- Independent reading under supervision of a faculty member. Study in depth of a topic of interest to the student, culminating in a research paper.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credit hours in PHYS-S 405 and PHYS-X 490.
PHYS-X 498 Research Project
- Credits
- 1–6 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor or supervisor
- Description
- Research participation in group or independent project under the supervision of a faculty member in departmental research areas; or topic agreed upon between the student and supervisor.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours in PHYS-S 406 and PHYS-X 498.
STAT-S 300 Introduction to Applied Statistical Methods
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: Mastery of high school algebra; or MATH-M 014. Lecture and laboratory
- Description
- Introduction to methods for analyzing quantitative data. Graphical and numerical descriptions of data, probability models of data, inference about populations from random samples. Regression and analysis of variance.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
STAT-S 301 Applied Statistical Methods for Business
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Math-M 118 or equivalent
- Description
- Introduction to methods for analyzing data arising in business, designed to prepare business students for the Kelley School\'s Integrative Core. Graphical and numerical descriptions of data, probability models, fundamental principles of estimation and hypothesis testing, applications to linear regression and quality control. Microsoft Excel used to perform analyses.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
STAT-S 303 Applied Statistical Methods for the Life Sciences
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: Mastery of high school algebra; or MATH-M 014
- Description
- Introduction to methods for analyzing data arising in the life sciences, designed for biology, human biology, and pre-medical students. Graphical and numerical descriptions of data, probability models, fundamental principles of estimation and hypothesis testing, inferences about means, correlation, linear regression.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
STAT-S 320 Introduction to Statistics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 212, MATH-S 212, MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
- Description
- Basic concepts of data analysis and statistical inference, applied to 1-sample and 2-sample location problems, the analysis of variance, and linear regression. Probability models and statistical methods applied to practical situations using actual data sets from various disciplines.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
STAT-S 350 Introduction to Statistical Inference
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 118, MATH-M 119, or equivalent; and at least one course in Statistics; or MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Formulation of statistical inference using probability models. Point estimation, hypothesis testing, and set estimation for various models, including 1-, 2-, and K-sample location problems, goodness-of-fit, correlation and regression.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350.
- Fall 2023CASE NMcourse
STAT-S 352 Data Modeling and Inference
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Intermediate-level survey of resampling, likelihood, and Bayesian methods of statistical inference. Distributional models of various data types. Categorical, count, time-to-event, time series, linear models, and hierarchical regression models.
STAT-S 420 Introduction to Statistical Theory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350; and MATH-M 463 or MATH-S 463; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Fundamental concepts and principles of data reduction and statistical inference, including the method of maximum likelihood, the method of least squares, and Bayesian inference. Theoretical justification of statistical procedures introduced in STAT-S 320.
STAT-S 425 Nonparametric Theory and Data Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 420 and STAT-S 432; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Survey of methods for statistical inference that do not rely on parametric probability models. Statistical functionals, bootstrapping, empirical likelihood. Nonparametric density and curve estimation. Rank and permutation tests.
STAT-S 426 Bayesian Theory and Data Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 420 and STAT-S 432; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduction to the theory and practice of Bayesian inference. Prior and Posterior probability distributions. Data collection, model formulation, computation, model checking, sensitivity analysis.
STAT-S 431 Applied Linear Models I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350; and MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, MATH-S 303, or STAT-S 352; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Part I of a two-semester sequence on linear models. This part presents the analysis of simple and multiple linear regression in the presence of simple and complex regressors. In addition, transformations, regression diagnostics, influence analysis, and regression shrinkage methods are introduced.
STAT-S 432 Applied Linear Models II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 431; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Part II of a two-semester sequence on linear models, emphasizing linear regression and the analysis of variance, including topics from the design of experiments and culminating in the general linear model.
STAT-S 437 Categorical Data Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 420 and STAT-S 432; or consent of instructor
- Description
- The analysis of cross-classified categorical data. Loglinear models; regression models in which the response variable is binary, ordinal, nominal, or discrete. Logit, probit, multinomial logit models; logistic and Poisson regression.
STAT-S 439 Multilevel Models
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 420 and STAT-S 432; or consent of instructor.
- Description
- Introduction to the general multilevel model with an emphasis on applications. Discussion of hierarchical linear models and generalizations to nonlinear models. How such models are conceptualized, parameters estimated and interpreted. Model fit via software. Major emphasis throughout the course will be on how to choose an appropriate model and computational techniques.
STAT-S 440 Multivariate Data Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 420 and STAT-S 432; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Elementary treatment of multivariate normal distributions, classical inferential techniques for multivariate normal data, including Hotelling's T^2 and MANOVA. Discussion of analytic techniques such as principal component analysis, canonical correlation analysis, discriminant analysis, and factor analysis.
STAT-S 445 Covariance Structure Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 420 and STAT-S 440; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Path analysis. Introduction to multivariate multiple regression, confirmatory factor analysis, and latent variables. Structural equation models with and without latent variables. Mean-structure and multi-group analysis.
STAT-S 450 Time Series Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- MATH-M 466 or STAT-S 420; and STAT-S 432; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Techniques for analyzing data collected at different points in time. Probability models, forecasting methods, analysis in both time and frequency domains, linear systems, state-space models, intervention analysis, transfer function models and the Kalman filter. Topics also include: stationary processes, autocorrelations, partial autocorrelations, autoregressive, moving average, and ARMA processes, spectral density of stationary processes, periodograms and estimation of spectral density.
STAT-S 455 Longitudinal Data Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 420 and STAT-S 432; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduction to methods for longitudinal data analysis; repeated measures data. The analysis of change-models for one or more response variables, possibly censored. Association of measurements across time for both continuous and discrete responses.
STAT-S 460 Sampling
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 420 and STAT-S 432; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Design of surveys and analysis of sample survey data. Simple random sampling, ratio and regression estimation, stratified and cluster sampling, complex surveys, nonresponse bias.
STAT-S 470 Exploratory Data Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 352; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Techniques for summarizing and displaying data. Exploration versus confirmation. Connections with conventional statistical analysis and data mining. Application to large data sets.
STAT-S 475 Statistical Learning and High-Dimensional Data Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- STAT-S 440; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Data-analytic methods for exploring the structure of high-dimensional data. Graphical methods, linear and nonlinear dimension reduction techniques, manifold learning. Supervised, semi-supervised, and unsupervised learning.
STAT-S 481 Topics in Applied Statistics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor
- Description
- Careful study of a statistical topic from an applied perspective.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
STAT-S 482 Topics in Mathematical Statistics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor
- Description
- Careful study of a statistical topic from a theoretical perspective.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 12 credit hours.
CSCI-B 351 INTRODUCTION TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 355 Autonomous Robotics
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Two semesters of computer programming or consent of instructor
- Description
- Introduction to the design, construction, and control of autonomous mobile robots. This course covers basic mechanics, electronics and programming for robotics, as well as the applications of robots in cognitive science.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of COGS-Q 360 or CSCI-B 355.
CSCI-B 355 AUTONOMOUS ROBOTICS
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 361 INTRO ARTIFCL IN & COMP SIMUL
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 363 CSCI-B 363 Bioinformatics Algorithms
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: One programming class or equivalent programming experience in C/C++, Java or Python
- Description
- The course will introduce algorithms for addressing real-world biological questions. For each topic, we will start with an important biological question and gradually present algorithms to answer this question. The course will also discuss the strategies to formulate an appropriate computation problem from a biological question to motivate algorithmic thinking.
CSCI-B 363 BIOINFORMATICS ALGORITHMS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 365 Introduction to Data Analysis and Mining
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: Basic programming skills (CSCI-C 200, CSCI-C-211 or INFO-I 210)
- Description
- The course objective is to study computational aspects of discovering patterns and relationships in large data. This course is designed to introduce fundamental concepts of data mining and provide hands-on experience in data collection, preprocessing, analysis, clustering and prediction.
CSCI-B 365 INTRODUCTION TO DATA ANALYSIS AND MINING
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 392 Competitive Programming
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 343
- Description
- This course focuses on training students to prepare for programming contests (such as the ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest). The students will learn to design time and space efficient algorithms to solve challenging contest problems, and produce bug-free code under the pressure of time in contest.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
CSCI-B 392 COMPETITIVE PROGRAMMING
- Credits
- 2–2 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 401 Fundamentals of Computing Theory
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212 and CSCI-C 241
- Description
- Fundamentals of formal language theory, computation models and computability, the limits of computability and feasibility, and program verification.
CSCI-B 401 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTING THEORY
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 403 Introduction to Algorithm Design and Analysis
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 241, CSCI-C 343 and MATH-M 216 or MATH-M 212
- Description
- Algorithm design methodology. General methods for analysis of algorithms. Analysis of the performance of specific algorithms, such as those for searching and sorting.
- Repeatability
- Credit give for only one of CSCI-B 403 or CSCI-B 503.
CSCI-B 403 INTRODUCTION TO ALGORITHM DESIGN AND ANALYSIS
- Credits
- 3–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 430 Security for Networked Systems
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 231
- Description
- This course is an extensive survey of network security. The course materials cover threats to information confidentiality, integrity, and availability in different internet layers, and defense mechanisms that control these threats. The course also provides a necessary foundation on network security, such as cryptographic, primitives/protocols, authentication, authorization and access control technologies; and hands-on experiences through programming assignments and course projects.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-B 430, INFO-I 430, or INFO-I 520.
CSCI-B 430 SECURITY FOR NETWORKED SYSTEMS
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 433 Systems & Protocol Security & Information Assurance
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 231 and CSCI-C 291
- Description
- This class covers the fundamentals of computer security by looking at how things can go wrong, and how people can abuse the system. This is a matter of creative cheating; to find loopholes and exploit them. After students learn how to attack the system, it is possible to propose ways to make the system secure. Students will gain a basic overview of existing security problems and be exposed to methods that can be used to secure against such problems. The course should be taken by any one designing, selecting, or using applications in which security or privacy plays a role.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-B 433, INFO-I 433, or INFO-I 533.
CSCI-B 433 SYSTEMS & PROTOCOL SECURITY & INFORMATION ASSURANCE
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 438 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER NETWORKS
- Credits
- 3–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 441 Digital Design
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 335
- Description
- Lab fee. Organization and logic design of digital systems. Course presents a structured design philosophy, emphasizing hardwired and microprogrammed control. Boolean algebra, hardware building blocks, circuit synthesis, microprogramming. In the laboratory, students build, study, and debug a working minicomputer from elementary hardware components. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-B 441 or CSCI-B 541.
CSCI-B 441 DIGITAL DESIGN
- Credits
- 3–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 443 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 443 Introduction to Computer Architecture
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 335 and CSCI-C 343
- Description
- Principles of processors, control units, and storage systems. Registers, buses, microprogramming, virtual storage. Relationship between computer architecture and system software.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-B 443 or CSCI-B 543.
CSCI-B 453 GAME DEVELOPMENT
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 455 Principles of Machine Learning
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 200 or CSCI-C 211; and MATH-M 211
- Description
- In this course, we explore (machine learning) algorithms that can learn from and make predictions on data. This course introduces the statistical, mathematical, and computational foundations of these frameworks, with a strong focus on understanding the mathematical derivations for the algorithms and simultaneously implementing the algorithms.
CSCI-B 455 PRINCIPLES OF MACHINE LEARNING
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 456 Image Processing
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212 and MATH-M 212
- Description
- The course emphasizes the general principles of image processing which includes data structures, algorithms, and analysis and modeling techniques used in modern imaging systems, digital image processing, and low-level computer vision. Topics include image sources, computer representation of images and formats, operations on images, and image analysis.
CSCI-B 456 IMAGE PROCESSING
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 457 Introduction to Computer Vision
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-B 351 or CSCI-C 343
- Description
- In this course, the students will learn fundamental computer vision algorithms as well as basic machine learning frameworks necessary for automated understanding of images and videos. Topics will include object recognition from images, activity/event recognition from videos, scene segmentation and clustering, motion and tracking, deep learning for images and videos.
CSCI-B 457 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER VISION
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 461 DATABASE CONCEPTS
- Credits
- 3–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 461 Database Concepts
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 241 and CSCI-C 343
- Description
- Introduction to database concepts and systems. Topics include database models and systems: hierarchical, network, relational, and object-oriented; database design principles; structures for efficient data access; query languages and processing; database applications development; views; security; concurrency; recovery. Students participate in a project to design, implement, and query a database, using a standard database system.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-B 461 or CSCI-B 561.
CSCI-B 471 NUMERICAL ANALYSIS I
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 472 NUMERICAL ANALYSIS II
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 481 INTERACTIVE GRAPHICS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 481 Interactive Graphics
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 343; and MATH-M 301 or MATH-M 303
- Description
- Computer graphics techniques. Introduction to graphics hardware and software. Two-dimensional graphics methods, transformations, and interactive methods. Three-dimensional graphics, transformations, viewing geometry, object modeling, and interactive manipulation methods. Basic lighting and shading. Video and animation methods.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-B 481 or CSCI-B 581.
CSCI-B 490 SEMINAR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
- Credits
- 1–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-B 490 Seminar in Computer Science
- Credits
- 1–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Special topics in computer science.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.
CSCI-C 200 Introduction to Computers and Programming
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- High school precalculus math
- Description
- This course is an introduction, broadly, to algorithmic thinking and, specifically, to programming. It teaches the basics of programming using real world applications in natural, physical and social sciences. Students will develop ability to program by identifying problems in real world and then creating a program that solves the problem.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-C 200, CSCI-C 211, CSCI-H 211, or CSCI-A 591.
CSCI-C 200 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND PROGRAMMING
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 208 THE COMPUTER IN BUSINESS
- Credits
- 0–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 211 Introduction to Computer Science
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- High school precalculus math
- Description
- A first course in computer science for those intending to take advanced computer science courses. Introduction to programming and to algorithm design and analysis. Using the Scheme programming language, the course covers several programming paradigms. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-C 200, CSCI-C 211, CSCI-H 211, or CSCI-A 591.
CSCI-C 211 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 212 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE SYSTEMS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 212 Introduction to Software Systems
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 200 or CSCI-C 211.
- Description
- Design of computer software systems and introduction to programming in the environment of a contemporary operating system. Topics include a modern object-oriented programming language; building and maintaining large projects; and understanding the operating system interface. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-A 592, CSCI-C 212, CSCI-H 212, or ENGR-E 111.
CSCI-C 231 Introduction to Mathematics of Cybersecurity
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- The goal of this course is for students to be introduced to the basic mathematical tools used in modern cybersecurity. The course covers introductory mathematical material from a number of disparate fields including probability theory, analysis of algorithms, complexity theory, number theory, and group theory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-C 231 or INFO-I 231.
CSCI-C 231 INTRODUCTION TO THE MATHEMATICS OF CYBERSECURITY
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 241 Discrete Structures for Computer Science
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 200 or CSCI-C 211
- Notes
- R: MATH-M 211
- Description
- Induction and recursive programs, running time, asymptotic notations, combinatorics and discrete probability, trees and lists, the relational data model, graph algorithms, propositional and predicate logic.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-C 241 or CSCI-H 241.
CSCI-C 241 DISCRETE STRUCTURES FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 290 Topics in Computer Science
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Prerequisites vary by topic
- Description
- Exploration of topics in computing and computer science. Common topics include tools for power users.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
CSCI-C 290 TOPICS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 291 System Programming with C and UNIX
- Credits
- 1.5
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-A 201, CSCI-C 200, CSCI-C 211, or INFO-I 211.
- Description
- This course provides an introduction to programming in a Unix (Linux) environment using the C language. The key ideas to be discussed are: the Unix shell, file system and basic shell commands; the emacs text editor; and the C programming language.
CSCI-C 291 SYSTEM PROGRAMMING WITH C AND UNIX
- Credits
- 1.5–1.5 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 292 INTRODUCTION TO GAME PROGRAMMING
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 295 Leadership and Learning
- Credits
- 1–2 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-A 201, CSCI-C 200, CSCI-C 211, or INFO-I 210
- Description
- Students in this course learn and practice how to teach fundamental Computer Science concepts and skills, and investigate strategies to increase K-12 students' interest in CS with different race, gender, age, socioeconomic status, and academic background. Furthermore, this course trains undergraduate instructors in the department to better perform their duties.
CSCI-C 295 LEADERSHIP AND LEARNING
- Credits
- 1–2 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 301 FORTRAN PROGRAMMING
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 302 PASCAL PROGRAMMING
- Credits
- 1–1 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 303 COBOL PROGRAMMING
- Credits
- 1–1 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 304 C PROGRAMMING
- Credits
- 1–1 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 306 OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMMING
- Credits
- 1–1 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 307 APPLIED PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 308 SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
- Credits
- 1–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 311 Programming Languages
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212 and CSCI-C 241
- Description
- Systematic approach to programming languages. Relationships among languages, properties and features of languages, and the computer environment necessary to use languages. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-A 596, CSCI-B 521, CSCI-C 311, or CSCI-H 311.
CSCI-C 311 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
- Credits
- 3–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 322 Object-Oriented Software Methods
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212
- Description
- Design and implementation of complex software systems and applications exploiting the object-oriented paradigm. Selection and effective utilization of object-oriented libraries and interfaces.
CSCI-C 322 OBJECT-ORIENTED SOFTWARE METHODS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 323 Mobile App Development
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212
- Description
- This course focuses on development of mobile applications for modern platforms and introduces common tools and languages used. The course will emphasize the app development cycle: application design, development, testing, publishing and distribution; development tools and emulators/simulators; user interface layout; using sensors including touch, geo-location and orientation; and data management.
CSCI-C 323 MOBILE APP DEVELOPMENT
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 335 Computer Structures
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212, CSCI-C 241, and CSCI-C 291
- Description
- Structure and internal operation of computers. The architecture and assembly language programming of a specific computer are stressed, in addition to general principles of hardware organization and low-level software systems. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-C 335 or CSCI-H 335.
CSCI-C 335 COMPUTER STRUCTURES
- Credits
- 3–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 341 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTING THEORY
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 343 Data Structures
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212 and CSCI-C 241
- Description
- Systematic study of data structures encountered in computing problems, structure and use of storage media, methods of representing structured data, and techniques for operating on data structures. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-C 343 or CSCI-H 343.
CSCI-C 343 DATA STRUCTURES
- Credits
- 3–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 390 INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMMING LAB
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-C 391 PROJECT IN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
- Credits
- 3–6 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-H 200 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND PROGRAMMING, HONORS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-H 211 Introduction to Computer Science, Honors
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- High school precalculus math
- Description
- Honors version of CSCI-C 211. A first course in computer science for those intending to take advanced computer science courses. Introduction to programming and to algorithm design and analysis. Using the Scheme programming language, the course covers several programming paradigms. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-A 591, CSCI-C 200, CSCI-C 211, or CSCI-H 211.
CSCI-H 211 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE-HONORS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-H 212 Introduction to Software Systems, Honors
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 200 or CSCI-C 211
- Description
- Honors version of CSCI-C 212. Design of computer software systems and introduction to programming in the environment of a contemporary operating system. Topics include a modern object-oriented programming language; building and maintaining large projects; and understanding the operating system interface. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-A 592, CSCI-C 212, CSCI-H 212, or ENGR-E 111.
CSCI-H 212 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE SYSTEMS, HONORS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-H 241 Discrete Structures for Computer Science, Honors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 200 or CSCI-C 211
- Notes
- R: MATH-M 211
- Description
- Honors version of CSCI-C 241. Induction and recursive programs, running time, asymptotic notations, combinatorics and discrete probability, trees and lists, the relational data model, graph algorithms, propositional and predicate logic.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-C 241 or CSCI-H 241.
CSCI-H 241 DISCRETE STRUCTURES FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE, HONORS
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-H 311 Programming Languages, Honors
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212 and CSCI-C 241
- Description
- Honors version of CSCI-C 311. Systematic approach to programming languages. Relationships among languages, properties and features of languages, and the computer environment necessary to use languages. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-A 596, CSCI-B 521, CSCI-C 311, or CSCI-H 311.
CSCI-H 311 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES HONORS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-H 335 Computer Structures, Honors
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212, CSCI-C 241, and CSCI-C 291
- Description
- Honors version of CSCI-C 335. Structure and internal operation of computers. The architecture and assembly language programming of a specific computer are stressed, in addition to general principles of hardware organization and low-level software systems. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-C 335 or CSCI-H 335.
CSCI-H 335 COMPUTER STRUCTURES HONORS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-H 343 Data Structures, Honors
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 212, CSCI-C 241 and CSCI-C 291
- Description
- Honors version of CSCI-C 343. Systematic study of data structures encountered in computing problems, structure and use of storage media, methods of representing structured data, and techniques for operating on data structures. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-C 343 or CSCI-H 343.
CSCI-H 343 DATA STRUCTURES, HONORS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-H 498 Undergraduate Honors Seminar
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Junior or senior major in computer science or informatics with a GPA of at least 3.3; or consent of instructor
- Description
- A survey of faculty research in computer related fields with different professors discussing their research each week.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
CSCI-H 498 UNDERGRADUATE HONORS SEMINAR
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 415 Introduction to Verification
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 311
- Description
- Tools and techniques for rigorous reasoning about software and digital hardware. Safety, reliability, security, and other design-critical applications. Decision algorithms. Projects involving the use of automated reasoning, such as model checkers, theorem provers, and program transformation.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-P 415 or CSCI-P 515.
CSCI-P 415 INTRODUCTION TO VERIFICATION
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 423 Compilers
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 311
- Description
- Compiler design and construction, including lexical analysis, parsing, code generation, and optimization. Extensive laboratory exercises.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-P 423, CSCI-P 523, ENGR-E 313, or ENGR-E 513.
CSCI-P 423 COMPILERS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 424 Advanced Functional Programming
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 311
- Description
- This course teaches advanced techniques for functional programming, which can be used to make programs easier to read and compose. These techniques include equational reasoning, types, monads, and code generation. Some of them are useful even when using a "non-functional" language. Some of them are drawn from cutting-edge research.
CSCI-P 424 ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL PROGRAMMING
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 434 Distributed Systems
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 343
- Description
- Principles of distributed systems including system design, distributed algorithms, consistency and concurrency, and reliability and availability. The role of these foundational issues in distributed file systems, distributed computing, and data-driven systems.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-B 534, CSCI-P 434, ENGR-E 410, or ENGR-E 510.
CSCI-P 434 DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 436 Introduction to Operating Systems
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 335 and CSCI-C 343
- Description
- Organization and construction of computer systems and manage computational resources. Topics include specification and implementation of concurrency, process scheduling, storage management, device handlers, and mechanisms for event coordination. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-P 436, CSCI-P 536, ENGR-E 316, or ENGR-E 519.
CSCI-P 436 INTRODUCTION TO OPERATING SYSTEMS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 438 Introduction to Computer Networks
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 335
- Description
- Foundations of computer networks. Networking hardware technology such as Ethernet, ATM, wireless. Networking protocols (TCP/IP) routing, error correcting. Network services such as DNS, Web servers, virtual private networks (VPN), open SSL.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-P 438, CSCI-P 538, or ENGR-E 318.
CSCI-P 438 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER NETWORKS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 442 Digital Systems
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-B 441
- Description
- Elements of computer architecture construction of hardware systems, emphasizing combination of components to form systems, and applications of general principles of computing to digital implementation. Lecture and laboratory.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-P 442 or CSCI-P 542.
CSCI-P 442 DIGITAL SYSTEMS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 462 Database Application Design and Implementation
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-B 461
- Description
- This course deals with practical issues in the design and implementation of database application systems. Topics include database modeling design, query languages, communication with data, transaction management, concurrency control techniques, security, database design procedures, and some advanced database applications, such as data warehousing, data mining, semi-structured data and semantic web.
CSCI-P 462 DATABASE APPLICATION DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 465 Software Engineering for Information Systems I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 343
- Description
- Analysis design, and implementation of information systems. Project specification. Data modeling. Software design methodologies. Software quality assurance. Supervised team development of a real system for a real client.
- Repeatability
- Credit not given for both CSCI-P 465 and CSCI-P 565.
CSCI-P 465 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS I
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-P 466 Software Engineering for Information Systems II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-B 461 and CSCI-C 343
- Description
- Analysis design, and implementation or information systems. Project specification. Data modeling. Software design methodologies. Software quality assurance. Supervised team development of a real system for a real client.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-P 466 or CSCI-P 566.
CSCI-P 466 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS II
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-Y 331 DIGITAL SYSTEMS
- Credits
- 4–4 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-Y 390 Undergraduate Independent Study
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor
- Description
- Independent research based on existing literature or original work. A report, in the style of a departmental technical report, is required.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours of any combination of CSCI-Y 390, CSCI-Y 391, CSCI-Y 399, and CSCI-Y 499.
CSCI-Y 390 UNDERGRADUATE INDEPENDENT STUDY
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-Y 391 Undergraduate Independent System Development
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Consent of instructor
- Description
- The student designs, programs, verifies, and documents a project assignment. Prior to enrolling, the student must arrange for an instructor to supervise the course activity.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours of any combination of CSCI-Y 390, CSCI-Y 391, CSCI-Y 399, and CSCI-Y 499.
CSCI-Y 391 UNDERGRADUATE INDEPENDENT SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
- Credits
- 1–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-Y 395 Career Development for CSCI Majors
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Develop skills and knowledge that enable you to successfully pursue your career search, both at the time of graduation and later as you progress through your career. The course covers techniques and strategies which make your job search more efficient and effective.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CSCI-Y 395 or INFO-Y 395.
CSCI-Y 395 CAREER DEVELOPMENT FOR CSCI MAJORS
- Credits
- 1–1 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-Y 399 Project in Professional Practice
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CSCI-C 343; and one other computer science major course of 300-level or above; and approval of department
- Description
- The student designs, programs, verifies, and documents a project assignment selected in consultation with an employer and the department.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours of any combination of CSCI-Y 390, CSCI-Y 391, CSCI-Y 399, and CSCI-Y 499.
CSCI-Y 399 PROJECT IN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
- Credits
- 3–3 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
CSCI-Y 499 Honors Research
- Credits
- 1–12 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- Approval of departmental honors committee
- Description
- May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours of any combination of CSCI-Y 390, CSCI-Y 391, CSCI-Y 399, and CSCI-Y 499.
CSCI-Y 499 HONORS RESEARCH
- Credits
- 1–6 credit hours
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- None
- Chemistry.
- Major GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
- Major GPA. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the major—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
- Major Minimum Grade. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the major.
- Major Upper Division Credit Hours. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed at the 300–499 level.
- Major Residency. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed in courses taken through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
Notes
Major Area Courses
Unless otherwise noted below, the following courses are considered in the academic program and will count toward academic program requirements as appropriate:
- Any course at the 100-499 level with the
EAS
subject area prefix--as well as any other subject areas that are deemed functionally equivalent - Any course contained on the course lists for the academic program requirements at the time the course is taken--as well as any other courses that are deemed functionally equivalent--except for those listed only under Addenda Requirements
- Any course directed to a non-Addenda requirement through an approved exception
This program of study cannot be combined with the following:
- Bachelor of Arts in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EASBA)
- Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Science (ATSCIBS)
- Bachelor of Science in Earth Science and Master of Science in Secondary Education (EAS-BSMSED)
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Geoscience (ENGEOSCBS)
- Certificate in Atmospheric Science (ATMSCIACRT)
- Minor in Atmospheric Science (ATSCIMIN)
- Minor in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EASMIN)
- [Discontinued credential name unavailable] (GEOLBA)
- [Discontinued credential name unavailable] (GEOLBS)
- [Discontinued credential name unavailable] (GEOLSASCON)
- [Discontinued credential name unavailable] (GEOLMIN)
Exceptions to and substitutions for major requirements may be made with the approval of the unit's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.
The Bachelor of Science degree requires at least 120 credit hours, to include the following:
- College of Arts and Sciences Credit Hours. At least 100 credit hours must come from College of Arts and Sciences disciplines.
- Upper Division Courses. At least 36 credit hours (of the 120) must be at the 300–499 level.
- College Residency. Following completion of the 60th credit hour toward degree, at least 36 credit hours of College of Arts and Sciences coursework must be completed through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
- College GPA. A College grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.000 is required.
- CASE Requirements. The following College of Arts and Sciences Education (CASE) requirements must be completed:
- CASE Foundations
- CASE Breadth of Inquiry
- CASE Culture Studies
- Diversity in the United States: 1 course
- Global Civilizations and Cultures: Not required
- CASE Critical Approaches: 1 course
- CASE Foreign Language: Proficiency in a single foreign language through the first semester of the second year of college-level coursework
- CASE Intensive Writing: 1 course
- CASE Public Oral Communication: 1 course
- Major. Completion of the major as outlined in the Major Requirements section above.
Most students must also successfully complete the Indiana University Bloomington General Education program.