Bachelor of Arts in Biotechnology

Students on Summer 2019, Fall 2019, or Spring 2020 requirements BIOTECBA

The Bachelor of Arts in Biotechnology is tightly integrated with the needs of numerous life science businesses. The B.A. curriculum is designed for students who will receive rigorous training to pursue aspects of biotechnology such as pharmaceutical sales, marketing, technical writing or data specializations. Completing a major in Biotechnology would be advantageous to those who are planning to undertake non-research-oriented business or sales opportunities in the life sciences. Students may combine a major in Biotechnology with degrees in Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry.

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Requirements

The major requires at least 32 credit hours (46–48 with the Addenda requirements), including the requirements listed below.

Biology and Biotechnology.
1. Foundations of Biology. One (1) course:
  - BIOL-E 112 Basic Biology by Examination II
  - BIOL-L 112 Foundations of Biology: Biological Mechanisms
  BIOL-E 112 Basic Biology by Examination II
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Credit by examination for demonstrating an understanding of basic facts and concepts of the lecture content of BIOL-L 112.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of the following: BIOL-E 112, BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-L 112, or BIOL-Q 201.
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  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.
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2. Molecular Biology. One (1) course:
  - BIOL-L 211 Molecular Biology
  - BIOL-S 211 Molecular Biology, Honors
  BIOL-L 211 Molecular Biology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112; and CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
  Description
  Covers structure and function of DNA and RNA; DNA replication, mechanisms of mutation, repair, recombination, and transposition; mechanisms and regulation of gene expression; and the genetic code, transcription, and translation. Introduces bacteriophages, plasmids, and the technology of recombinant DNA.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211.
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  BIOL-S 211 Molecular Biology, Honors
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112; and CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
  Notes
  R: CHEM-C 341 concurrent
  Description
  Covers structure and function of DNA and RNA; DNA replication, mechanisms of mutation, repair, recombination, and transposition; mechanisms and regulation of gene expression; and the genetic code, transcription, and translation. Introduces bacteriophages, plasmids, and the technology of recombinant DNA. Course will be taught at an honors level.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-S 211 or BIOL-L 211.
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3. Seminar in Biotechnology. One (1) course:
  - BIOT-T 301 Seminar in Biotechnology
  BIOT-T 301 Seminar in Biotechnology
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 112
  Description
  Speakers from the biotechnology industry and Walter Center for Career Achievement present current research developments, information about career opportunities, internship possibilities, and possible career paths in biotechnology.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours in BIOL-T 301 and BIOT-T 301.
4. Biotechnology Lecture. One (1) course:
  - BIOT-T 310 Biotechnology Lecture
  BIOT-T 310 Biotechnology Lecture
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
  Description
  Application of microbial diversity in biotechnology; synthesis of macromolecules; principles of gene expressions; gene cloning; protein engineering, overexpression and purification; genomics; proteomics; bioinformatics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-T 301 and BIOT-T 301.
5. Societal Issues in Biotechnology. One (1) course:
  - BIOT-T 312 Societal Issues in Biotechnology
  BIOT-T 312 Societal Issues in Biotechnology
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 112
  Description
  Consideration of the effects of recent advances in biotechnology on human affairs and the environment.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-T 312 or BIOT-T 312.
6. Biotechnology Laboratory. One (1) course:
  - BIOT-T 315 Biotechnology Laboratory
  - BIOT-X 150 ASURE Biotechnology Research Lab 1
  - BIOL-X 150 ASURE Biology Research Lab 1 (Approved topics: "GENOME ENGINEERING" (TPC 1); "PHAGE HUNTERS" (TPC 5) when taken Summer 2024 or later)
  - PSY-X 150 ASURE Psychological and Brain Sciences Research (Approved topics: "CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR NEUROSCIENCE RESEARCH LAB" (TPC 3)) when taken Summer 2024 or later
  BIOT-T 315 Biotechnology Laboratory
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
  Description
  Students use a problem-based approach to gene cloning; for example, cloning the gene for an industrially important enzyme, alpha-amylase from
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-T 315 or BIOT-T 315.
  
  BIOT-X 150 ASURE Biotechnology Research Lab 1
  
  Credits
  3–4 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  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 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 150 ASURE Biology Research Lab 1
  
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  None
  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 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.
  
  PSY-X 150 ASURE Psychological and Brain Sciences Research
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Intensive psychological and neuroscience research lab courses designed for the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience program.
7. Biotechnology Writing and Communication. One (1) course:
  - BIOT-T 322 Biotechnology Writing and Communication
  BIOT-T 322 Biotechnology Writing and Communication
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Completion of the English composition requirement; BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211; and one of the following: BIOT-X 150, BIOT-T 315, BIOL-L 313, BIOL-L 319, BIOL-L 323, BIOL-L 324, BIOL-M 255, BIOL-M 315, BIOL-M 360, BIOL-M 375, BIOL-M 435, BIOL-M 445, BIOL-X 150, CHEM-A 316, or CHEM-C 343
  Description
  Covers oral and written scientific communications as appropriate to biotechnology. Topics include figures and tables, technical talks, reading and writing scientific publications, and writing industrial-style documents, including standard operating procedures and study protocols.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-T 322 or BIOT-T 322.
8. Structure, Function, and Regulation of Biomolecules. One (1) course:
  - BIOT-T 440 Structure, Function, and Regulation of Biomolecules
  BIOT-T 440 Structure, Function, and Regulation of Biomolecules
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 341
  Description
  Survey of the structure, function, and regulation of biomolecules as related to the pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries. Some focus on problem solving and applications for product development.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-T 440 or BIOT-T 440.
Elective. One (1) course:
- BIOT-T 415 Theory and Applications of Biotechnology Laboratory I
- BIOT-T 425 Laboratory in Macromolecular Production, Purification, and Characterization
- BIOT-X 499 Biotechnology Research Capstone
- BIOL-L 311 Genetics
- BIOL-L 312 Cell Biology
- BIOL-L 313 Cell Biology Laboratory
- BIOL-L 319 Genetics Laboratory
- BIOL-L 321 Human Immunology
- BIOL-L 323 Molecular Biology Laboratory
- BIOL-L 324 Human Molecular Biology Laboratory
- BIOL-L 331 Introduction to Human Genetics
- BIOL-L 388 Digital Biology: A Survey of Topics in Bioinformatics and Genomics
- BIOL-L 411 Advanced Gene Regulation: Transcription, Epigenetics, and Human Disease
- BIOL-L 417 Developmental Biology and Stem Cells
- BIOL-M 250 Microbiology
- BIOL-M 315 Microbiology Laboratory
- BIOL-M 350 Microbial Physiology and Biochemistry
- BIOL-M 360 Microbial Physiology Laboratory
- 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-Z 466 Endocrinology
- BIOL-Z 469 Endocrinology Laboratory
- CHEM-A 314 Biological and Environmental Chemical Analysis
- CHEM-A 316 Bioanalytical Chemistry Laboratory
- CHEM-B 486 Gene Expression and Physiology
- CHEM-C 343 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
- CHEM-C 362 Physical Chemistry of Molecules
- CHEM-C 483 Biological Chemistry
- CHEM-C 484 Biomolecules and Catabolism
- CHEM-N 330
- ANAT-A 464 HUMAN TISSUE BIOLOGY
BIOT-T 415 Theory and Applications of Biotechnology Laboratory I

Credits
3
Prerequisites
BIOT-T 315, BIOL-L 319, BIOL-L 323, BIOL-L 324, BIOL-M 315, BIOL-M 435, or BIOL-M 360
Description
In-depth application of advanced laboratory techniques currently used in biotechnology. Course is divided into three modules, each emphasizing a specific discipline within biotechnology. General laboratory techniques are taught in all modules.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of BIOL-T 415 or BIOT-T 415.

BIOT-T 425 Laboratory in Macromolecular Production, Purification, and Characterization

Credits
3
Prerequisites
CHEM-C 341; and BIOT-T 315, BIOL-L 313, BIOL-L 319, BIOL-L 323, BIOL-L 324, BIOL-M 315, BIOL-M 360, or BIOL-M 435
Description
Develops a working knowledge of a variety of fundamental and advanced protein techniques used in industry, focusing on expression, purification, and characterization. Increases competence in quantitative analysis, data interpretation, problem-solving, scientific writing, and time management.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of BIOL-T 425 or BIOT-T 425.

BIOT-X 499 Biotechnology Research Capstone

Credits
1–3 credit hours
Prerequisites
Biotechnology major; junior or senior standing; at least one credit of BIOT-T 490 or BIOT-X 498; minimum GPA or 3.000; and consent of instructor
Description
Student designs and performs an independent research project under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Requires a final written report on the research. If two semesters of BIOT-X 499 are completed and other departmental honors requirements are met, the written report may be used as an Honors thesis.
Repeatability
May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

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 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.

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 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 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 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 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 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-M 250 Microbiology
Credits
3
Prerequisites
One semester of college chemistry
Notes
R: BIOL-L 211
Description
Application of fundamental principles to the study of microorganisms. Significance of microorganisms to humans and their environment. Does not count as an upper-level lecture in the Biology B.A. major or Biology B.S. degree.
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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 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 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.
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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-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.

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 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-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 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.
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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.
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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.
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ANAT-A 464 HUMAN TISSUE BIOLOGY

Credits
4–5 credit hours
Prerequisites
None
Description
None
Life Sciences Global Events and Trends. One (1) course:
- BUS-X 418 LIFE SCIENCE GLOBAL EVENTS AND TRENDS
BUS-X 418 LIFE SCIENCE GLOBAL EVENTS AND TRENDS

Credits
1.5–1.5 credit hours
Prerequisites
None
Description
None
Life Sciences Industry. One (1) course:
- BUS-X 419 LIFE SCIENCE INDUSTRY FROM RESEARCH TO PATIENT
BUS-X 419 LIFE SCIENCE INDUSTRY FROM RESEARCH TO PATIENT

Credits
1.5–1.5 credit hours
Prerequisites
None
Description
None
Health Care. One (1) course:
- ECON-B 251 Fundamentals of Economics for Business I
- ECON-E 344 Health Economics
- GEOG-G 341 Ecological Restoration: Science, Politics, and Ethics
- GEOG-G 359 Fundamentals of Sustainable Agriculture
- GEOG-G 469 Food and Global Poverty
- GEOG-G 478 Global Change, Food, and Farming Systems
- HPSC-X 305 History and Philosophy of Medicine
- LAMP-M 302 Ethics and Responsible Management
- SOC-S 315 Work in the New Economy
- SOC-S 319
- SOC-S 358 Social Inequalities in Health and Health Care
- SOC-S 365 Health and Society: Sociology for Health Professionals
- BUS-X 418 LIFE SCIENCE GLOBAL EVENTS AND TRENDS
- BUS-X 419 LIFE SCIENCE INDUSTRY FROM RESEARCH TO PATIENT
- MSCI-M 440 HEALTH CARE IN AMERICA
ECON-B 251 Fundamentals of Economics for Business I
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
First course in a two-course sequence that introduces business students to essential economic concepts. Examines the economic notions of cost and gains from trade, determinants of economic growth, consumer and firm behavior in competitive and non-competitive environments, the effects of taxation, externalities, moral hazard and adverse selection, and basic game theory.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ECON-B 251 or ECON-E 251.
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ECON-E 344 Health Economics

Credits
3
Prerequisites
ECON-E 321 or ECON-S 321
Notes
R: ECON-E 370 or ECON-S 370
Description
Systematic introduction to health economics and economics of health care, emphasis on basic economic concepts such as supply and demand, production of health, information economics, choice under uncertainty, health insurance markets, Medicare and Medicaid, managed care, government intervention and regulation. Survey course with some topics in some depth.
GEOG-G 341 Ecological Restoration: Science, Politics, and Ethics
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Can humans restore ecosystems and undo the environmental harm they have caused? To what state/extent should ecosystems be restored? What drives the ecological restoration movement? Investigates the deeply interconnected history, philosophy, ecology, geomorphology, and political economy of restoration through readings, discussions, and fieldwork.
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GEOG-G 359 Fundamentals of Sustainable Agriculture

Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Presents the fundamentals of specialty crop and animal sustainable agriculture based on an agro-ecological framework. Study and application of ecological, social, and economic concepts in evaluating for farm sustainability. Includes both in-class and field lab experiences.
GEOG-G 469 Food and Global Poverty
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
How is the production and consumption of food related to poverty and development? Explores how global food systems affect farmers, farmworkers, retailers and consumers; the ways scientific advances changed rural economies in the Third World; and the history of famine and contemporary food security issues.
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GEOG-G 478 Global Change, Food, and Farming Systems
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Introduction to food production and consumption systems, emphasizing linkages to land use and social change on food/farming system sustainability. Topics include urbanization, population growth, and economic liberalization; farming livelihoods, gender, and poverty; biotechnology; agro-ecology, global health.
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HPSC-X 305 History and Philosophy of Medicine
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
The history of public health and medicine from ancient to modern times. Addresses a selection of historical, philosophical and ethical problems including medical understandings of the body; ideas about the nature and causes of disease, from "airs" and "humors" to germs to genetic predispositions; assessment of risks and liabilities.
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LAMP-M 302 Ethics and Responsible Management

Credits
3
Prerequisites
Completion of the English composition requirement
Description
Addresses the ethical dimensions of management and social responsibilities within the public and private sectors. Examines the legal and regulatory requirements of ethical conduct, including the establishment and use of codes of conduct by various organizations and industry groups. Particular emphasis placed on examining the processes managers may use to confront conflicts that arise in organizational settings between individual values and organizational goals. Evaluates case studies involving alleged breaches of ethical conduct.
SOC-S 315 Work in the New Economy
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Sociological perspective on work roles within such organizations as factory, office, school, government, and welfare agencies; career and occupational mobility in work life; formal and informal organizations within work organizations; labor and management conflict and cooperation; problems of modern industrial workers; and how work has changed over time.
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SOC-S 358 Social Inequalities in Health and Health Care
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Examines the sociological aspects of health, illness, patienthood, medical professionals, and health care systems. What factors create inequalities in health and in medical treatment? Expands understanding of health and illness and of conventional medical and insurance practices, and explores ways to improve health care in America.
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SOC-S 365 Health and Society: Sociology for Health Professionals
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Designed for all students, this course is particularly relevant for those planning a career in health care. Explores current events and social problems, such as the re-emergence of childhood infectious diseases. Uses these examples to discuss sociological topics on the new Medical College Admission Test (MCAT).
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BUS-X 418 LIFE SCIENCE GLOBAL EVENTS AND TRENDS

Credits
1.5–1.5 credit hours
Prerequisites
None
Description
None

BUS-X 419 LIFE SCIENCE INDUSTRY FROM RESEARCH TO PATIENT

Credits
1.5–1.5 credit hours
Prerequisites
None
Description
None

MSCI-M 440 HEALTH CARE IN AMERICA

Credits
3–3 credit hours
Prerequisites
None
Description
None
Addenda Requirements*.
1. Chemistry.
  1. Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I. 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.
    
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    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
  2. Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory. 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.
  3. Organic Chemistry I. One (1) course:
    - CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures
    - CHEM-J 341 Principles of Organic Chemistry I when taken Summer 2024 or later
    - CHEM-S 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures, Honors
    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.
    
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    CHEM-J 341 Principles of Organic Chemistry I
    
    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. At the level appropriate for chemistry and biochemistry majors.
    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.
    
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    Spring 2024CASE NMcourse
2. Mathematics. One (1) course:
  - MATH-M 118 Finite Mathematics
  - MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
  - MATH-M 211 Calculus I
  - MATH-M 212 Calculus II
  - MATH-M 213
  - MATH-S 118 Honors Finite Mathematics
  - MATH-S 211
  - MATH-S 212 Honors Calculus II
  - MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I (Approved topics: "BRIEF CALCULUS FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES" (TPC 1))
  MATH-M 118 Finite Mathematics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
  Description
  Sets, counting, basic probability, including random variables and expected values. Linear systems, matrices, linear programming, and applications.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
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  MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
  Credits
  3
  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 as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
  Description
  Introduction to calculus. Primarily for students from business and the social sciences.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
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  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 2024CASE MMcourse
  
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  Fall 2024CASE NMcourse
  
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  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.
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  MATH-S 118 Honors Finite Mathematics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Hutton Honors College membership
  Notes
  R: To be successful students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
  Description
  Designed for students of outstanding ability in mathematics. Covers all material of MATH-M 118 and additional topics from statistics and game theory. Computers may be used in this course, but no previous experience is assumed.
  Fall 2024CASE MMcourse
  
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  Fall 2024CASE NMcourse
  
  Summer 2024CASE NMcourse
  
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  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 2024CASE NMcourse
  
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  MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I
  Credits
  3
  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 as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
  Description
  Introduction to calculus. Variable topic course with emphasis on non-business topics and applications. The topic(s) will be listed in the Schedule of Classes each semester.
  Repeatability
  A student may receive credit for only one of the following: MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-V 119.
  Fall 2024CASE NMcourse
  
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3. Statistics. One (1) course:
  - LAMP-L 316 Junior Seminar: Analytical Problem Solving
  - PSY-K 300 Statistical Techniques
  - STAT-S 300 Introduction to Applied Statistical Methods
  - STAT-S 303 Applied Statistical Methods for the Life Sciences
  - SPEA-K 300 STATISTICAL TECHNIQUES
  LAMP-L 316 Junior Seminar: Analytical Problem Solving
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Admission to the LAMP honors certificate program
  Description
  A discussion course emphasizing the use of quantitative methods and analytical skills in exploring and solving business-related problems. Topics vary with the instructor and year and include mathematical modeling and operations research, organizational control, and corporate finance.
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  PSY-K 300 Statistical Techniques
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  One of MATH-M 106, MATH-M 118, MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-M 212, MATH-S 211, MATH-S 212, MATH-V 118, or, MATH-V 119
  Description
  Introduction to statistics; nature of statistical data; ordering and manipulation of data; measures of central tendency and dispersion; elementary probability. Concepts of statistical inference and decision: estimation and hypothesis testing. Special topics include regression and correlation, analysis of variance, non-parametric methods.
  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.
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  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.
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  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.
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  SPEA-K 300 STATISTICAL TECHNIQUES
  
  Credits
  3–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  None
Major GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
1. 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.
2. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed at the 300–499 level.
3. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the major.
4. 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.
5. Exceptions to major requirements may be made with the approval of the department's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.

Notes

* Courses used to fulfill addenda requirements require a grade of C- or higher and do not count toward the Major GPA or Major Hours.