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AS 100 - Introduction to American Studies This course is intended to introduce students to the subject matter and methods of American Studies. It will examine the most common themes in the American experience, especially the intersection of race, class, and gender and their impact on what it means to be an “American.” This course also provides the interdisciplinary foundation that students will need to complete the American Studies major.
Four credits
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AS 401 - Independent Research Working closely with a member of the faculty affiliated with the American Studies major, students will write an independent guided research paper. The supervising faculty member will be chosen by the student in consultation with the chair of the History Department. In addition, successful completion of the research project will require the approval of a second reader from the American Studies related faculty, also chosen in consultation with the chair of the History Department.
Four credits
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BI 107 - Elementary Biochemistry Designed primarily for students enrolled in the College’s Nursing Program, the course aims to develop an understanding of and appreciation for the chemical basis of life. Fundamental principles of general, organic and biological chemistry are covered with a special emphasis on clinical applications. Adequate preparation for this course includes a working knowledge of high school level algebra.
Note: This course is not open to Biochemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or Natural Science Majors.
Three hours of lecture, one hour of recitation, and two hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Five credits.
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BI 108 - Microbiology This course focuses on the general principles underlying the life processes of microorganisms. Topics include microbial cell structure, metabolism, genetics, and growth characteristics. Emphasis is given to disease-causing (pathogenic) microorganisms and the various systems of defense employed by the human host.
Note: This course is not open to Biochemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or Natural Science Majors.
Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
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BI 201 - Exercise Physiology This lecture course employs a scientific approach to the study of sport and exercise by examining the connections between human athletic performance, the anatomical structure of the body, and the physiological processes that allow the body to function in an efficient manner. Topics covered will include the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems as they relate to athletic performance; effects of athletic training on the structure and function of the human body; techniques for fitness assessment and performance optimization in sport; and exercise and athletics as critical elements of a healthy lifestyle. In addition to gaining a scientific understanding of the effects of exercise, students will be taught practical methods for examining their own personal fitness.
Three hours of lecture each week for one semester. Three credits.
Prerequisite(s): General Biology (BI 103 - BI 104 ) or Human Anatomy & Physiology I and II (BI 331 - BI 332 ) or General Biology for Non-Majors (BI 101 - BI 102 ) with an average grade of C (2.0) or better. |
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BI 205 - Biosphere at Risk A study of significant global biological and ecological processes and their relation to human existence now and in the future. Throughout the course, students will examine the environmental consequences associated with contemporary issues such as human population growth, global climate change, and pollution. Students will also engage in discussions of relevant environmental issues in order to understand better how policy makers and other professionals work to solve these problems.
Note: Required for Environmental Science majors and open to non-science majors, the course does not satisfy the College’s laboratory science requirement.
Three hours of lecture each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters of college-level laboratory science. |
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BI 210 - Field Botany This course is designed to introduce students to the flora of the northeast temperate deciduous forest ecosystem through a combination of lecture and field-oriented class work. Field work will focus on the identification and ecology of common tree, shrub, and herb species. The course will also address the ethnobotanical uses of select native plants, the impact of invasive plants on local ecosystems, and the natural history of the region.
Three hours of lecture each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters of college-level laboratory science. |
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BI 315 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy This course undertakes a study of the anatomy of vertebrates, with emphasis on the comparative structure, function, and development of vertebrate body forms and organ systems. Additional emphasis is placed on understanding the evolutionary relationships among vertebrates in light of their anatomical structure. Extensive laboratory work includes dissection of aquatic and terrestrial vertebrate forms. This course will be offered in alternating years.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 318 - Microbiology for Majors This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of general and clinical microbiology. The general microbiology component is a study of the principles underlying the basic life processes of microorganisms, and topics include microbial cell structure, genetics, metabolism, and growth characteristics. The clinical microbiology is a focus on the interactions between microorganisms and the human body. Topics include normal microbiota, pathogenic microorganisms, mechanisms of disease, defense systems of the host, nosocomial infections, and the use of antibiotics to control infection. In the laboratory, students gain hands-on experience with the microscope, aseptic technique, bacterial staining techniques, biochemical testing, and ELISA.
Three hours of lecture/seminar and three hours of lab each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 319 - Aquatic Ecology An introduction to the ecology of freshwater systems including rivers and streams, lakes, and wetlands. Students will be exposed to both theoretical and practical concepts of freshwater ecology. Topics include biotic communities (macrophytes, zooplankton, benthic macroinvertebrates, fish and other vertebrates), species interactions, biodiversity issues, biotic indices and biomonitoring, pollution, habitat degradation, and conservation. This course has a strong field component and is designed primarily for Biology, Environmental Science, and Natural Science majors. This course will be offered in alternating years. The equivalent of three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.
Four credits
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 320 - Ecology This course surveys the interactions between organisms and their physical and biological environments in three integrated modules: ecophysiology and ecosystems, population biology, and community ecology. Each module comprises lectures on key topics, case studies in classic or current papers, computer models and collection and analysis of field data. Given the constantly evolving nature of this field, this course emphasizes understanding of the relative strengths of various hypotheses based on current evidence.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 324 - Developmental Biology A lecture, seminar and laboratory study of embryonic development, including cellular differentiation, molecular control and gene regulation. The anatomy, physiology and genetics of developmental processes from gametogenesis to senescence, with emphasis on early embryonic life, will be studied. Laboratory work will include anatomical observation and experimental intervention. This course will be offered in alternating years.
Four hours of lecture each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 325 - Evolutionary Biology This course focuses on topics at the microevolutionary level such as the agents of evolutionary change leading to speciation and isolating mechanisms between species. It also addresses macroevolution, history of life on earth, systematics and biogeography.
Three hours of lecture each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 327 - Genetics This course focuses on the molecular biology of gene expression. Topics include a brief review of classical genetics, structure-function of DNA, and the regulation of gene expression in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. The laboratory is composed of a series of experiments utilizing current molecular biology techniques including PCR, construction of recombinant DNA molecules, gel electrophoresis and Southern analysis.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 328 - Conservation Biology A study of biodiversity and the processes that lead to species rarity and extinction. Topics include speciation theory, genetic variation, populations, species interactions, disturbance regimes, invasive species and community and ecosystem level conservation and restoration. Emphasis on scientifically sound strategies for conserving species in both terrestrial and aquatic systems. This course has a strong field component and will be offered in alternating years.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 329 - Plant Biology This course provides an introduction to Botany, the study of plant biology. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of plant biology through the study of plant anatomy, physiology, and the life cycle of plants. The course then builds upon these botanical principals through an exploration of plant diversity and ecology, with an emphasis on plant taxa that impact human society (e.g. nutritional, medicinal, and poisonous species). Laboratory classes provide a hands-on approach to learning the diversity and ecology of local plant species through field identification hikes within the extensive natural areas on campus, and through examination of preserved specimens available from the Saint Anselm College herbarium.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 330 - Principles of Biotechnology Biotechnology employs cell culture, recombinant DNA techniques, creation of transgenic animals and molecular techniques to generate products and procedures that hold promise to advance the fields of medicine, animal science, and agriculture and to improve the quality of the environment at large. It is at the forefront of present-day applied sciences. This course will emphasize class discussion of literature relevant to the field, including comparison of historic and current methodologies employed in this evolving field and treatment of its social and ethical implications.
Note: The number of enrolled Biology Department majors will be limited to 16 students.
Four hours of lecture each week for one semester. Four Credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 331 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I The structure and function of human cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems are considered. The interdependence of these systems is emphasized and related to the total field of biology. Laboratory work includes the dissection of a typical mammal and completion of classical experiments of physiology.
Note: The number of enrolled Biology Department majors will be limited to 16 students.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
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BI 332 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II The structure and function of human cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems are considered. The interdependence of these systems is emphasized and related to the total field of biology. Laboratory work includes the dissection of a typical mammal and completion of classical experiments of physiology.
Note: The number of enrolled Biology Department majors will be limited to 16 students.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
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BI 333 - Cell Biology A study of the anatomy and physiology of the fundamental unit of life. The laboratory will investigate the structure and vital processes of prokaryotes and eukaryotes, with particular attention to membranes, organelles, and macromolecules.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 334 - Animal Physiology The function of the organs and organ systems of animals. Topics include feeding and digestion, circulation, gas transport, water balance and aspects of endocrinology. Basic physiological techniques and methods will be examined in laboratory sessions. This course will be offered in alternating years.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 335 - Animal Behavior This course is an introduction to the basic principles underlying the behavior of animals. Students will gain an understanding of the mechanisms and evolutionary causes that drive behaviors observed in all types of animals (insects, fish, birds, and mammals). Upon completing this course, students will have acquired experiences in observing and recording animal behaviors through laboratory- and field-based studies.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 336 - Biochemistry A review of the structure and function of biologically important molecules and their role in the catabolic and anabolic processes of the cell. The laboratory sessions stress development of a working knowledge of standard procedures useful in a wide range of experimental situations.
Three hours of lecture, one hour of recitation, and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Five credits.
Prerequisite(s): Organic Chemistry, BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 338 - Invertebrate Zoology This course surveys living animal diversity in extant phyla, emphasizing the relationship between form and function. Laboratory exercises build skills in classification and anatomy through integrative study of prepared slides, dissections, preserved specimens and observation of live animals. Approximately one third of the course is a project extending class material to subjects relevant to the student’s major interest, such as medical and forensic entomology, parasitology, or model systems in neurobiology, ecology, genetics, development, etc.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 339 - Endocrinology This course will treat the organization and function of the major vertebrate endocrine glands. For each gland, the synthesis, release and delivery of chemical signals will be discussed together with the effects those secretions have on their target cells. The relationship between the nervous system and endocrine system will also be examined to explore how these control systems work together to maintain homeostasis. A variety of pathophysiologies linked to endocrine malfunction will also be discussed. This course will be offered in alternating years.
Note: The number of enrolled Biology Department majors will be limited to 16 students.
Three hours of lecture each week for one semester. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 340 - Field Studies in Tropical Biology This course introduces students to the biological complexity of the tropics through participatory field experiences at tropical locations in the ecologically diverse Central American country of Belize. Field trips and exercises are conducted in two of the most species-rich ecosystems on the planet, the neo-tropical rainforest and coral reef. Saint Anselm faculty and local experts will lecture on a variety of topics including the natural history of tropical biota, patterns of species diversity, rainforest ecology and conservation, ethnobiology, and coral reef ecology. This is an intensive two-week summer course.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters of college-level laboratory science. Permission of the instructors. |
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BI 341 - Selected Topics in Biochemistry This course is designed to meet the needs and interests of junior biochemistry majors foremost, but also those of upper level biology and chemistry majors with interests in biochemistry and molecular biology. The current design of the course includes in-depth analysis of protein structure function relationships and an up-to-date look at the subjects of signal transduction pathways and cancer biochemistry. Laboratory exercises emphasize techniques applied to the study of rare proteins.
Three hours of lecture, one hour of recitation, and three hours of laboratory each week for one semester. Five credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 344 - Nutrition An introduction to the science of nutrition focusing on biochemical foundations (carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals) as they apply to human health (diet, physical activity, and healthful considerations for, for example, fluid balance, and bone and blood health). Eating disorders, food safety, nutrition through the life cycle, and global/cultural considerations are also covered. This course will be offered in alternating years.
Note: The number of enrolled Biology Department majors will be limited to 16 students.
Three hours of lecture each week for one semester. Four credits.
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BI 345 - Biostatistics An introduction to univariate statistics and the application of statistical and interpretation of statistical analyses in biological research. Sampling, experimental design, parametric and non-parametric techniques and the presentation of data are also covered. Assignments involve spreadsheet calculations and use of statistical software. Required for Biology and Environmental Science majors. Required for Biology and Environmental Science majors.
Note: The number of enrolled Biology Department majors will be limited to 20 students.
Three hours of lecture each week for one semester. Four credits.
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BI 346 - Pharmacology An introduction to the science of pharmacology focusing on pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic foundations (absorption, distribution, biotransformation, excretion, receptors, and dosing) as they apply to human health (for example cardiovascular-renal, blood, inflammation, and gout, endocrine, and chemotherapeutic agents). Drug development, laws, toxicology, and life cycle and global/cultural considerations are also covered. This course will be offered in alternating years.
Note: The number of enrolled Biology Department majors will be limited to 16 students.
Three hours of lecture each week for one semester. Four credits.
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BI 347 - Ornithology This course focuses on diversity, identification and biology of birds of the Northeastern United States. Topics covered include evolution, migration, ecology, conservation, behavior, anatomy and physiology of birds. Field laboratories constitute an important part of the course and will include some mandatory Saturday field trips. See instructor or online syllabus for details. This course will be offered in alternating years. The equivalent of three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.
Note: The number of enrolled Biology Department majors will be limited to 14 students.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 400 - Independent Study This course allows advanced study of selected topics in the biological sciences. The topic will be in chosen by a student in consultation with a faculty member who will facilitate the learning process.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Faculty Facilitator and the Chair of the Biology Department. |
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BI 421 - Directed Research in Biology - Two Semester Option Individualized research experience in the biological sciences, under the direction of a science faculty member, including literature searching, hypothesis development and testing, graphical and statistical analysis, and oral and written presentation.
Note: Open only to upper-class students who have applied for and been admitted into a position in a science faculty’s research laboratory. Two sequential semesters must be taken to earn credit.
Four credits earned upon satisfactory completion of BI 422 .
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. Permission of the faculty supervisor with whom a student wishes to work. |
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BI 422 - Directed Research in Biology - Two Semester Option Individualized research experience in the biological sciences, under the direction of a science faculty member, including literature searching, hypothesis development and testing, graphical and statistical analysis, and oral and written presentation.
Note: Open only to upper-class students who have applied for and been admitted into a position in a science faculty’s research laboratory. Two sequential semesters must be taken to earn credit.
Four credits earned upon satisfactory completion of Biology 422.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. Permission of the faculty supervisor with whom a student wishes to work. |
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BI 423 - Directed Research in Biology - One Semester Option Individualized research experience in the biological sciences, under the direction of a science faculty member, including literature searching, hypothesis development and testing, graphical and statistical analysis, and oral and written presentation.
Note: Open only to upper-class students who have applied for and been admitted into a position in a science faculty’s research laboratory. This is an intensive one-semester research course that can be taken as an alternative to the typical year-long BI 421 - BI 422 sequence.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. Permission of the faculty supervisor with whom a student wishes to work. |
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BI 449 - Special Topics in Biology This course allows advanced study of selected topics not covered in other Biology Department course offerings. Topics covered will be chosen by the Biology Department and will reflect areas of importance within the biological sciences.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): BI 103 - BI 104 or equivalent as determined by Department Chair. |
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BI 450 - Washington Internship After application to and acceptance by the Washington Center, students are placed in a relevant field experience with scientific organizations in the greater Washington, D.C. area. Selection for this typically fall semester program is completed in the preceding spring semester.
Note: BI 450 is equivalent to four academic courses.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Internship Facilitator of the Biology Department. |
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BI 451 - Biology Internship Qualified students may be offered the opportunity to develop, with the aid of the Internship Facilitator of the Department, an internship experience relevant to their academic needs. Assessment will be based on a portfolio that includes the agency’s outcome assessment, the student’s objective and subjective journal, and a primary-source referenced term paper in an area allied to the internship. BI 451 and BI 452 are typically the equivalent of one or two academic courses. Students have participated in internships with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve, the Piscataquog Watershed Association, the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, Optima Health, New Hampshire Custom Brewers, the University of New Hampshire Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, the Southern Maine Regional Genetics Service Program, the Foundation for Blood Research, Covino Environmental Associates, Catholic Medical Center, members of the Congress of the United States, and the Fitness Network, among many other organizations.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Internship Facilitator of the Biology Department. |
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BI 452 - Biology Internship Qualified students may be offered the opportunity to develop, with the aid of the Internship Facilitator of the Department, an internship experience relevant to their academic needs. Assessment will be based on a portfolio that includes the agency’s outcome assessment, the student’s objective and subjective journal, and a primary-source referenced term paper in an area allied to the internship. BI 451 and BI 452 are typically the equivalent of one or two academic courses. Students have participated in internships with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve, the Piscataquog Watershed Association, the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, Optima Health, New Hampshire Custom Brewers, the University of New Hampshire Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, the Southern Maine Regional Genetics Service Program, the Foundation for Blood Research, Covino Environmental Associates, Catholic Medical Center, members of the Congress of the United States, and the Fitness Network, among many other organizations.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Internship Facilitator of the Biology Department. |
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CH 110 - Principles of Physical Science I A study of the basic concepts of physical science including the influence of the scientific method in understanding energy and motion, Newtonian physics, electricity, magnetism, light, wave motion and kinetic theory of matter. Methods of scientific calculation are also treated.
Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
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CH 111 - Principles of Physical Science II A study of the basic concepts of physical science, including: chemical reactions, ions and solutions, the Periodic Law, basic organic chemistry, nuclear chemistry, and the impact of chemistry on our everyday lives.
Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
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CH 120 - Chemistry and Society I The primary goal of the course is to present chemical principles and facts at a level sufficiently rigorous that a student successfully completing the course can act as an informed citizen and consumer. Among the topics considered: chemistry of the atmosphere; solution chemistry; energy and the laws of thermodynamics; important industrial processes; nuclear chemistry; plastics and polymers; drugs; and consumer chemistry. The course will not fulfill any requirement satisfied by CH130 or CH131, other than the College’s laboratory science requirement. The course will not fulfill any requirement satisfied by CH 130 or CH 131 , other than the College’s laboratory science requirement.
Three hours of lecture/discussion and two hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
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CH 130 - General Chemistry I This course develops the principles of chemistry with emphasis on the pertinent aspects of chemical theory and behavior. The descriptive chemistry of the more common elements is investigated and correlated to their structures, reactivity and properties. The laboratory work is largely quantitative with particular emphasis on scientific observation, recording of data, and evaluation of results.
Three hours of lecture, and three hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
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CH 131 - General Chemistry II The principles of chemistry with emphasis on the pertinent aspects of chemical theory and behavior. The descriptive chemistry of the more common elements is investigated and correlated to their structures, reactivity and properties. The laboratory work is largely quantitative with particular emphasis on scientific observation, recording of data, and evaluation of results.
Three hours of lecture, and three hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
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CH 210 - Chemistry of Food This course is a one-semester chemistry course designed to allow non-science students interested in an opportunity to explore the chemical principles involved in the preparation of foods. The primary goal of the course is to present chemical principles at a level sufficiently rigorous that a student successful completing the course understands at a chemical level what is occurring in food preparation.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CH 131 or BI 102 , BI 104 , BI 107 , CH 111 with permission of instructor. |
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CH 220 - Forensic Chemistry A one-semester chemistry course designed to allow non-science students interested in forensics an opportunity to explore the theory and practice of this discipline. The primary goal of the course is to present chemical principles and facts at a level sufficiently rigorous that a student successfully completing the course can act as an informed citizen and be able to use this information in a criminal justice setting.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites: CH 131 , permission of instructor. |
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CH 250 - Organic Chemistry I
This course provides a study of the structure, nomenclature, preparations, characterization methods and reactions of organic compounds. Modern theories and reaction mechanisms will be used as unifying bases.
Three hours of lecture, and three hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CH 131 |
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CH 251 - Organic Chemistry II A study of the structure, nomenclature, preparations, characterization methods and reactions of organic compounds. Modern theories and reaction mechanisms will be used as unifying bases.
Three hours of lecture, and three hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
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CH 260 - Environmental Chemistry A one-semester chemistry course designed as an introduction to environmental chemistry. The course is taught in three parts which address the following topics: basic properties of chemicals, contaminants in the environment, and processes in the natural environment. The laboratory portion of the course addresses current methods used in the environmental science field.
Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
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CH 270 - Analytical Chemistry I: Quantitative Analysis The principles and methods of volumetric and gravimetric analysis including: ionic equilibria, ionization constants, pH, buffers, salt hydrolysis, indicators, oxidation-reduction and gravimetric factors. Applications of statistical analysis to chemical data also are included.
Three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory each week. Five credits.
Prerequisite(s): CH 131 . |
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CH 280 - Physical Chemistry I A study of the properties of systems at equilibrium including the development and application of the laws of thermodynamics; equations of state; a brief treatment of electrochemistry; kinetic theory of gases; elementary chemical kinetics including rate laws, integrated rate laws, and the steady state approximation.
Three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory each week. Five credits.
Prerequisite(s): MA 170 - MA 180 ; Pre or Co-requisite(s): PS 131-132 or permission of instructor. |
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CH 281 - Physical Chemistry II The principles of quantum mechanics are developed and illustrated by consideration of simple systems. The properties of atoms and molecules are explored and spectroscopy is presented as a tool for probing the properties of individual molecules. Statistical mechanics is introduced as a bridge between the microscopic quantum view and the macroscopic thermodynamic view.
Three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory each week. Five credits.
Prerequisite(s): CH 280 ; Pre or Co-requisite(s): PS 132 or permission of instructor. |
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CH 310 - Analytical Chemistry II: Instrumental Analysis A study of the theoretical principles associated with many of the more important instrumental methods employed in chemical and biological analysis. Practical applications of these principles are presented through a selection of instrumental experiments.
Three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory each week. Five credits.
Prerequisite(s): CH 280 , or permission of the instructor. |
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CH 340 - Inorganic Chemistry I This course provides an introduction to inorganic chemistry, including structure-bonding relationships, reaction mechanisms, descriptive chemistry of the elements and co-ordination chemistry.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CH 131 |
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CH 350 - Organic Chemistry III A survey of physical organic chemistry, stressing the qualitative use of molecular orbital theory in topological descriptions of structure and bonding is presented. Thermodynamic concepts are applied toward the prediction of chemical reactivity and the elucidation of reaction mechanisms.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite:CH 251 Pre or Co-requisite(s): CH 280 - CH 281 , or permission of the instructor. |
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CH 355 - Polymer Chemistry The chemical and physical properties of synthetic and biological macromolecules are studied. Included are the methods and mechanisms for polymer synthesis, the physical properties of polymers, and how these properties are utilized.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CH 251 . |
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CH 360 - Inorganic Chemistry II Specific applications of inorganic chemistry are presented. Topics covered include organometallic chemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, spectroscopic studies, catalysis and radiochemistry.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites: CH 340 or permission of the instructor. |
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CH 370 - Synthesis and Characterization The lecture and laboratory work consider the synthesis and characterization of organic and inorganic compounds by procedures that are more sophisticated than those used in elementary courses. A variety of instrumental techniques are included. At the end of the term, students are required to design and carry out an independent synthesis project.
Two hours of lecture and five hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CH 251 |
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CH 380 - Physical Chemistry III Topics include electrical and magnetic properties of molecules, transport properties, advanced chemical kinetics, dynamics, and photo chemistry.
Four credits
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CH 400 - Independent Study Four credits.
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CH 405 - Special Topics in Chemistry This is a one-semester course designed to allow science students interested in advanced study in various areas of chemistry the opportunity to examine selected special topics in greater depth. The primary goal of the course is to present topics of interest in the areas of Analytical, Inorganic, Organic, and Physical Chemistry that go beyond the bounds of existing courses.
Three hours of lecture each week. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. |
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CH 406 - Special Topics in Chemistry with Laboratory This is a one-semester course designed to allow science students interested in advanced study in various areas of chemistry the opportunity to examine selected special topics in greater depth. The primary goal of the course is to present topics of interest in the areas of Analytical, Inorganic, Organic, and Physical Chemistry that go beyond the bounds of existing courses.
Three hours of lecture and two to four hours of laboratory each week. Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. |
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CH 410 - Research Juniors and seniors are provided with the opportunity to undertake a research project under the direction of a faculty member.
Note: This course may not replace a chemistry elective.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chairperson. |
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CH 420 - Research and Seminar I The student conducts library research and plans a research project under the direction of a faculty advisor. The student presents periodic oral reports to the class and faculty. In addition, faculty members and outside guest speakers present lectures on topics not covered in other courses. Required of Chemistry majors. This course carries no credit, but is a prerequisite for CH 421 . Open to qualified students in other majors with the permission of both department chairpersons.
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CH 421 - Research and Seminar II The student conducts research under the direction of a faculty advisor. The student presents periodic oral reports to the class and faculty, writes a senior thesis describing his/her research, and may be required to present results in poster presentations. In addition, faculty members and outside guest speakers present lectures on topics not covered in other courses. Required of Chemistry majors.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CH 420 Open to qualified students in other majors with the permission of both department chairpersons. |
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CH 431 - Chemistry Internship Qualified students may be offered the opportunity to develop, with the aid of the Internship Coordinator of the Department, an internship experience relevant to their academic needs. CH 431 and CH 432 are typically the equivalent of one or two academic courses.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Internship Coordinator of the Chemistry Department. |
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CH 432 - Chemistry Internship Qualified students may be offered the opportunity to develop, with the aid of the Internship Coordinator of the Department, an internship experience relevant to their academic needs. CH 431 and CH 432 are typically the equivalent of one or two academic courses.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Internship Coordinator of the Chemistry Department. |
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CN 100 - Chinese Semester I An introduction to spoken Mandarin and written Chinese, providing a foundation in speaking, listening, reading, writing and communication skills. The course involves three class meetings and one session of conversation with the Native Speaker for one semester.
Four credits.
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CN 150 - Chinese Semester II A continuation of CN 100. It is a study of the fundamental structure of the language with vocabulary development, practice in reading, writing and conversation. The course involves three class meetings and one session with a Native Speaker each week for one semester.
Four credits
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CN 200 - Chinese Semester III A thorough review of grammar, exercises in composition, intensive reading and translations. The course involves three class meetings and one session with a Native Speaker each week for one semester.
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CN 150 or placement |
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CN 300 - Special Topics in Chinese Topics to be arranged
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CN 200 or placement. |
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CN 301 - Special Topics in Chinese Topics to be arranged
Four credits.
Prerequisite(s): CN 200 or placement. |
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CL 101 - Elementary Greek I Provides a systematic study of Greek grammar, syntax and vocabulary accompanied by exercises designed to enable the student to read Greek prose and poetry.
Four credits.
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CL 102 - Elementary Greek II Provides a systematic study of Greek grammar, syntax and vocabulary accompanied by exercises designed to enable the student to read Greek prose and poetry.
Four credits.
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CL 103 - Elementary Latin I Intended for students who have had no previous instruction in Latin, the primary objective of this course is the acquisition of the skill to read Latin through study of word forms and their use, of vocabulary, and of the rules of syntax.
Four credits.
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CL 104 - Elementary Latin II Intended for students who have had no previous instruction in Latin, the primary objective of this course is the acquisition of the skill to read Latin through study of word forms and their use, of vocabulary, and of the rules of syntax.
Four credits.
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CL 201 - Intermediate Greek I A review of Greek grammar and syntax and a survey of Greek prose and verse with an emphasis on strengthening reading skills.
Four credits.
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CL 202 - Intermediate Greek II A review of Greek grammar and syntax and a survey of Greek prose and verse with an emphasis on strengthening reading skills.
Four credits.
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CL 205 - Intermediate Latin I A review of Latin grammar and syntax and a survey of Latin prose and verse with an emphasis on strengthening reading skills.
Four credits.
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CL 206 - Intermediate Latin II A review of Latin grammar and syntax and a survey of Latin prose and verse with an emphasis on strengthening reading skills.
Four credits.
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CL 210 - Art and Architecture of the Ancient World The development of Egyptian, Greek and Roman classical art and architecture within the context of religious practice, literature and public affairs. Depiction of the human figure, representation of mythical subjects and the development of the temple and other significant secular building types. Cross-listed as FAH 210 .
Four credits.
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CL 222 - Classical Mythology: The Gods A study of major Greek myths, their origin, content and interpretation, as well as their role in ancient religion. Consideration is also given to the various approaches to mythology and the influence of classical mythology upon ancient and modern art and literature.
Four credits.
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CL 223 - Classical Mythology: The Heroes A study of major Greek and Roman saga cycles (the stories of Heracles, Oedipus, Jason, Odysseus, Aeneas, Romulus, etc.), their origin, content and interpretation. Consideration is also given to the various approaches to saga, and to the influence of classical saga upon ancient and modern art and literature.
Four credits.
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CL 231 - Survey of Greek Literature A survey of the major authors and genres of the ancient Greek world within their historical and cultural context.
Four credits.
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CL 232 - Survey of Latin Literature A survey of the major authors and genres of the Roman world within their historical and cultural context.
Four credits.
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CL 250 - Classics Special Topics An examination of various topics related to ancient Greece and Rome.
Four credits.
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CL 258 - Etymologies: Words and Word Power Vocabulary building and reading comprehension through a study of the common Greek and Latin bases which form many English words. Introduction to the principles of English word formation and to the relationship between culture and language.
Four credits.
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CL 260 - Ancient Law A survey of the legal systems of several ancient cultures, including those of Greece and Rome, as well as the relevance and influence of these systems for modern legal institutions. Contemporary juridical debate frames discussion about the history of lawyers, the function of legislation, and the impact of law in society.
Four credits.
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CL 261 - Ancient Athletics This course aims to introduce students to the ancient world of the Greeks and Romans through a study of their athletic practices, competitions, and spectacles. A series of illustrated lectures will dwell in detail upon the nature of the competitions themselves as well as their physical and cultural setting.
Four credits.
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CL 262 - War and Culture in the Ancient World This course aims to introduce students to aspects of the culture of the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans by studying how the practice of ancient warfare intertwines with broader cultural developments of the ancient world. A series of illustrated lectures will dwell in detail upon the nature of ancient warfare itself and its interrelation with the political, religious, and economic realities of the ancient world.
Four credits.
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CL 275 - Introduction to Archaeology An introduction to the discipline and methods of archaeology through a survey of important sites and excavations from around world. The course pays special attention to the scientific and technological aspects of archaeology.
Four credits.
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CL 277 - Survey of the Archaeology of Greece A survey of the major sites and monuments of ancient Greece. The course pays special attention to how archaeology relates to other approaches to the study of classical antiquity e.g. history, art history, and philological studies. Cross-listed as FAH 206 .
Four credits.
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CL 278 - Survey of the Archaeology of Rome A survey of the major sites and monuments of ancient Roman World. The course pays special attention to how archaeology relates to other approaches to the study of classical antiquity e.g. history, art history, and philological studies. Cross-listed as FAH 207 .
Four credits.
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CL 280 - Archaeological Fieldwork Fieldwork in Greece, Italy or the Mediterranean Basin or work in a museum collection.
Four credits.
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CL 281 - Study Tour Greece and/or Italy. Comprehensive overview of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations with emphasis on topography, art, archaeology, culture and classical tradition. Tour may encompass Rome, Pompeii, Herculaneum in Italy; Athens, Mycenae, Delphi, Corinth, Epidaurus in Greece.
Four credits.
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