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AGEN 4505 - Agricultural Engineering Internship II Credits: 5
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: 2.8 cumulative GPA, AGEN 3505, and approval of department chair.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: 2.8 cumulative GPA, AGEN 3505, and approval of department chair.
Designed to provide students with a variety of educational experiences with agricultural engineering firms. Full summer of work and observation of agricultural engineering activities with one or more government agencies or private firms. Prerequisites: 2.8 cumulative GPA, AGEN 3505, and approval of department chair.
Term Offered: Summer
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AQFI 4V00 - Special Problems Credits: 1 to 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Consent of the Department Chair and course instructor.
A directed readings, study, or research project course that allows the student to explore a particular topic of interest in aquaculture, fisheries, or related field. Completed under the supervision of a faculty member.
Term Offered: Offered fall, spring, and summer terms.
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AQFI 1102 - Topics in Aquaculture and Fisheries Credits: 1
An introductory course that presents the broad spectrum of careers in the fields of aquaculture and fisheries biology to the student. Guest speakers, on-campus visits, and field activities are emphasized. Recommended for first-term freshmen that have declared an Aquaculture and Fisheries Sciences major.
Term Offered: Offered fall term. Lecture: Lecture: 1 hour per week.
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AQFI 2129 - Aquaculture Credits: 4
An introduction to the principles and practices of aquaculture. Field trips to fish farms, processing plants, and research facilities are included. Laboratory exercises in fish disease, water quality assessment, and pond management are emphasized.
Term Offered: Offered spring term. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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AQFI 2147 - Fisheries Techniques Credits: 3
An introduction to the methods and techniques used in the collection of fishes and fisheries data. The course overviews standard techniques that a practicing fisheries manager would use during his/her career. Students work with various sampling gears, operating procedures, analytical techniques, and considerations of using such equipment and procedures.
Term Offered: Offered fall term. Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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AQFI 2153 - Biology of Fishes Credits: 3
Professionals in all fish-related fields must be able to spawn fish, keep fish healthy, understand how fishes interact with their environment, and recognize evolutionary relationships among fishes. Students learn about fish anatomy and physiology, and apply the concepts to real-world challenges facing fisheries biologists, hatchery managers, and fish farmers. Laboratory exercises include one dissection lab and three labs for developing a group presentation.
Term Offered: Offered fall term. Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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AQFI 2247 - Fisheries Techniques Credits: 3
An introduction to the methods and techniques used in the collection of fishes and fisheries data. The course overviews standard techniques that a practicing fisheries manager would use during his/her career. Students work with various sampling gears, operating procedures, analytical techniques, and considerations of using such equipment and procedures.
Term Offered: Offered fall term. Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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AQFI 2253 - Biology of Fishes Credits: 3
Professionals in all fish-related fields must be able to spawn fish, keep fish healthy, understand how fishes interact with their environment, and recognize evolutionary relationships among fishes. Students learn about fish anatomy and physiology, and apply the concepts to real-world challenges facing fisheries biologists, hatchery managers, and fish farmers. Laboratory exercises include one dissection lab and three labs for developing a group presentation.
Term Offered: Offered fall term. Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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AQFI 2329 - Aquaculture Credits: 4
An introduction to the principles and practices of aquaculture. Field trips to fish farms, processing plants, and research facilities are included. Laboratory exercises in fish disease, water quality assessment, and pond management are emphasized.
Term Offered: Offered spring term. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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AQFI 2601 - Aquaculture and Fisheries Internship Credits: 6
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Enrollment with Career Services and consent of the AQFI Undergraduate Coordinator. students must meet minimum GPA requirement.
These credits can be earned by Aquaculture and Fisheries Sciences majors enrolled in a bonafide summer internship in aquaculture, fisheries, or a related field. The course is administered by the UAPB Career Services office in conjunction with the AQFI department. A student can count only 6 of these credits towards the 120 credits being used to satisfy their B.S. degree.
Term Offered: Offered summer term.
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AQFI 2602 - Aquaculture and Fisheries Internship Credits: 6
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Enrollment with Career Services and consent of the AQFI Undergraduate Coordinator. students must meet minimum GPA requirement.
These credits can be earned by Aquaculture and Fisheries Sciences majors enrolled in a bonafide summer internship in aquaculture, fisheries, or a related field. The course is administered by the UAPB Career Services office in conjunction with the AQFI department. A student can count only 6 of these credits towards the 120 credits being used to satisfy their B.S. degree.
Term Offered: Offered summer term.
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AQFI 2603 - Aquaculture and Fisheries Internship Credits: 6
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Enrollment with Career Services and consent of the AQFI Undergraduate Coordinator. students must meet minimum GPA requirement.
These credits can be earned by Aquaculture and Fisheries Sciences majors enrolled in a bonafide summer internship in aquaculture, fisheries, or a related field. The course is administered by the UAPB Career Services office in conjunction with the AQFI department. A student can count only 6 of these credits towards the 120 credits being used to satisfy their B.S. degree.
Term Offered: Offered summer term.
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AQFI 3329 - Limnology Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1455 - Principles of Biology (ACTS BIOL 1014) .
Students study the physical and chemical aspects of inland waters as they pertain to aquatic biota, including both plant and animal life. In addition, students are introduced to aquatic biology and ecology.
Term Offered: Offered fall term. Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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AQFI 3360 - Hatchery Management Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: AQFI 2329 - Aquaculture / AQFI 2129 - Aquaculture .
This course covers the principles of fish hatchery management that are applicable to many species of fishes and invertebrates. Principles include those related to hatchery requirements and operation, broodstock selection, spawning, egg handling and incubation, nutrition and feeding, disease management, and transportation.
Term Offered: Offered spring term even years. Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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AQFI 3371 - Fisheries Management Credits: 3
An extension of AQFI 2247 - Fisheries Techniques / AQFI 2147 - Fisheries Techniques . This course integrates the methods used to collect fishes and fisheries data with techniques and approaches used to manage natural or “wild” fisheries. Methods of harvest and population manipulation are discussed within the context of common fisheries management issues. Case histories from selected fisheries outside of Arkansas also will be reviewed.
Term Offered: Offered spring term Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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AQFI 4201 - Senior Seminar Credits: 2
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Aquaculture and Fisheries Sciences major with senior status, or consent of the instructor.
A capstone seminar course that explores recent developments in aquaculture, fisheries, agriculture, and human sciences. Course includes relevant readings, class discussions, guest speakers, and a group project. Course is taught jointly with Agriculture and Human Sciences senior seminar courses.
Term Offered: Offered spring term. Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week.
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AQFI 4322 - Economics of Aquaculture and Natural Resources Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite AQFI 2329 - Aquaculture / AQFI 2129 - Aquaculture .
Aquaculturists need understanding of the basic types of economic and financial analysis to learn to manage aquaculture businesses. Students will learn to develop, interpret, and utilize enterprise budgets, balance sheets, income statements, cash flow budgets, loan amortization, and investment analysis. The course also discusses current economic issues related to natural resources, the analytical methods used to estimate values of natural resources, and approaches for analyzing policy alternatives. Fisheries biologists will benefit from understanding how to value natural resources and interpret results of travel cost and contingent valuation analyses.
Term Offered: Offered fall term even years. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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AQFI 4323 - Marketing and Public Relations in Aquaculture and Resource Management Credits: 3
Students will learn to apply key marketing concepts to develop marketing strategies, as well as describe the margins, volumes, and product forms prevalent in major marketing channels. Students also will learn to analyze recent market trends, and understand the fundamentals of international trade in seafood and resulting trade conflicts. A study of the theory and practice of public relations, how public relations operate in organizations, its impact on the public, and its functions in society. The course also will focus on concepts, issues, and principles in practice; as well as models and theories guiding the practice.
Term Offered: Offered fall term odd years. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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AQFI 4336 - Aquatic Animal Nutrition Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: CHEM 1330 - General Chemistry I Lecture (ACTS 1414) / CHEM 1130 - General Chemistry I Lab (ACTS 1414; CHEM 1330 co-requisite) .
An overview of the metabolism and nutritional requirements of fishes and other aquatic animals. Subjects covered include proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins, minerals, and feed supplements. Basic biochemical concepts of nutrient utilization will be introduced and discussed, including details of practical diet formulation and feeding in select aquaculture species. Emphasis placed on differences between nutrient requirement and use of aquatic animals versus terrestrial ones.
Term Offered: Offered fall term. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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AQFI 4350 - Fish Genetics Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: BIOL 1455 - Principles of Biology (ACTS BIOL 1014) .
An overview of fish genetics with emphasis on practical applications for aquaculture and fisheries. Students will learn about heredity and the resulting physical traits, and explore genetic manipulation as it applies to aquaculture and fisheries. Population genetics of natural and aquaculture species will also be discussed.
Term Offered: Offered spring term odd years Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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ART XXXX - Art Graphic Design Specialization Credits: 3
Art (graphic design specialization majors) should choose 9 hours from the following:
ART 3303
ART 4309
ART 4324
ART 4326
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ART 1320 - Freehand Drawing & Sketching Credits: 3
A study of the fundamental principles of drawing and composition.
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ART 2105 - Portfolio Assessment I Credits: 1
An assessment of students’ progress based on a review of portfolio of works completed in the foundation program. This course must be taken before student advances to upper level courses.
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ART 2300 - Color and Design Credits: 3
A study of the principles of design, theory of color and development of design building, with special emphasis on art structure.
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Art 2310 - 3-D Design Credits: 3
A study of the elements and principles associated with 3-dimensional design building.
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ART 2340 - Art Appreciation and History of Art (ACTS ARTA 1003) Credits: 3
A historical survey course, covering the periods from Pre-Historic, Greek, and Roman to the 20th Century, with emphasis on the understanding and appreciation of architecture, sculpture, painting, the graphic arts, and the minor arts.
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ART 2350 - Figure Drawing Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ART 1320 .
A study of the human figure. Emphasis placed on anatomy, construction, and human proportions.
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ART 3301 - Printmaking Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ART 1320 - Freehand Drawing & Sketching .
Introduces the four basic printmaking processes. Includes projects in linoleum cuts, woodcuts, etching, dry point, screen printing, and lithographic printing.
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ART 3302 - Photography I Credits: 3
This introductory course acquaints the student with basic black and white photography, darkroom techniques and equipment. This course will cover 35mm SLR manual camera operations, as well as film development and print processing.
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ART 3303 - Photography II Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3302 .
A continuation of ART 3302 . Exploration and experimentation in the medium of photography.
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ART 3309 - Desktop Publishing Credits: 3
Introduces the student to the layout and design of the printed page through the use of the Macintosh computer.
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ART 3310 - Introduction To Commercial Art Credits: 3
A study of the materials, tools, terminology techniques associated with graphic design. Students will investigate the design and structure of the printed page using systems, grids and other layout devices specific to graphic design.
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ART 3311 - Graphic Design I Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3309 .
A study of the materials, tools, terminology, and techniques associated with graphic design. Students will investigate the design and structure of the printed page using systems, grids, and other layout devices specific to graphic design.
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ART 3313 - Sculpture I Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite ART 2310.
Studio practice and experimentation in three-dimensional design; clay, wood, metal, stone, and other materials used.
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ART 3315 - Art Methods in Secondary Schools Credits: 3
Lectures, art activities, and class discussions focusing on the methods, materials and processes for teaching art at the middle and secondary levels.
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ART 3320 - Painting and Composition Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ART 1320 and ART 2300 .
A study of tools, materials and techniques of acrylic painting.
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ART 3321 - Advanced Drawing Credits: 3
Continuation of ART 3320 - Painting and Composition . Instruction in light and shade, still life, with emphasis on original illustration.
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ART 3330 - Advanced Painting Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: ART 1320 and ART 3320 .
Emphasis on composition, plastic forms, preparation of support, grounds, and media. The department only permits students who show satisfactory evidence of ability to take this course.
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ART 3342 - Crafts Credits: 3
A survey of craft media and techniques. This course will cover techniques in jewelry, enameling, weaving, fabric decoration and “soft sculpture.”
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ART 3348 - Art History-Prehistory to Renaissance Credits: 3
A study of the historical development of the visual arts from the prehistoric period to the Renaissance.
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ART 3349 - Art History-Renaissance to Modern Credits: 3
A study of the historical development of the Renaissance to the Modern Period.
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ART 3350 - Art History-Renaissance Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ART 2340 .
A study of architecture, painting, and the graphic arts of the Renaissance.
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ART 3351 - Art History-African-American Credits: 3
A study of sculpture, painting, and philosophy of African-American art. Emphasis placed on contemporary African-American artists and their works: sculpture, painting, and the graphics.
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ART 3352 - Art History-Northern European Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: ART 2340 and ART 3350 .
A study of a group of artists of northern Europe.
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ART 3360 - Art History Contemporary Credits: 3
A study of important periods, styles and artists from 1940 to the present.
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ART 4106 - Portfolio Assessment II Credits: 1
A comprehensive assessment of the students’ and weaknesses as he or she enters the senior year based on a review of art works and courses completed at this point.
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Art 4302 - Printmaking II Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ART 3301
Continuation of Printmaking I.
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ART 4306 - Advanced Painting II Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: ART 3320 AND ART 3330 .
Designed to strengthen the development of the aspiring artist or art educator in the attitudes, philosophies and aesthetic complexities of painting.
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ART 4307 - Commercial Art II Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ART 3310
An advanced course in Lettering; Designed for Art majors. Non-major students may enter the course if they show some evidence of ability. Includes lectures, creative layouts, commercial design, advertising design, printing techniques and advanced problems in illustration for book jackets, magazine display and television.
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ART 4308 - Graphic Design II Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: ART 3310 and ART 3309 .
Continuation of Graphic Design I. Instruction in the aesthetics, conceptual and production techniques of graphic design. Development of presentation portfolio.
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ART 4309 - Graphic Design III Credits: 3
A further study of the technical aspects of being a graphic designer, but with significant emphasis on print and specialized production in which the student will work on a specific design project from concept to completion with the University Print Shop. Continued investigation of technical and design skills applied to solving visual communication problems will be discussed as it relates to copy writing, photography and illustration. Students will continue to master their skills with tools such as Quark Xpress, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator.
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ART 4310 - Ceramics I Credits: 3
An introductory course in the processes of hand building and throwing and turning on the potter’s wheel; covers the techniques essential to decorating, glazing, and firing of wares.
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ART 4312 - Ceramics II Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite ART 2315.
Covers wheel thrown forms, ceramic materials and processes, including kiln firing. Emphasis on sensitivity to material and form.
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ART 4314 - Sculpture II Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ART 3313 .
A continuation of ART 3313 . Three laboratories a week.
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ART 4324 - Web Design Credits: 3
Course description: This course will involve the use of Adobe Go Live to create (HTML) based web page with an emphasis on design issues specific to the web. Student will continue to use other graphic design tools including Adobe Photoshop. Assignment criteria will emphasize the development of aesthetics, personal expression, critical thinking and technical competence.
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ART 4326 - Computer Illustration Credits: 3
This course will introduce vector graphic principles and techniques using adobe illustrator software and an essential tool of the graphic designer. An exploration of various techniques will enable the generation and manipulation of images and type for the production of publications and printed material. Emphasis will be on aesthetic awareness and technical competence.
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ART 4400 - Senior Project Credits: 4
Designed for the senior art major to do an intensified, creative study in a specialized area, such as sculpture, ceramics, graphic design, painting, drawing or printmaking. The culmination of the major project is the senior exhibit.
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BAS 1120 - Career and Life Planning Credits: 1
Career and Life Planning is a course designed to provide experiences to help individuals develop skills and strategies in making sound career-related decisions based upon personal interests, skills, abilities, and values. This course is also designed to help students move from “job seeker” to “job finder” through its comprehensive step-by-step guide to finding and keeping a job. Students will become engaged in activities such as: the job search process, marketing, networking, finding job leads, writing resumes, cover letters, interviewing and ultimately taking charge of his/her career. Emphasis will be placed on self-assessment, the investigation of career materials and resources, decision-making relative to the academic majors, career selection, career planning, and the use of technology in career planning and career exploration.
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BAS 1210 - Personal and Social Development Credits: 2
Personal and Social Development is a course designed to provide experiences to enhance the development of behaviors that are characteristic of successful college students. The course will encourage students to explore the context of the UAPB undergraduate experience through the perspective of their own learning community participation. Experiences center on developing social and academic skills: (1) cognitive behaviors such as critical thinking, test-taking, use of the library; (2) affective behaviors such as concepts of good mental and emotional health, attitudes, values, and interest patterns; (3) psychomotor skills such as note-taking, listening, and time management; and (4) use of technology, campus resources, and support services to achieve personal success. It will also help students develop an understanding and appreciation for UAPB’s role in higher education through an exploration of the University’s heritage (history, mission, philosophy, and goals).
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CPSC 4346 - Advanced Bioinformatics Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Significant background in both life science and computer science courses is required.
This course will provide an opportunity for advanced specialized individual research in bioinformatics and computational biology. Students will actively participate in the research process – in the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. The students frame the questions that will guide their research, design and conduct the research to find answers, and communicate the results of their work, drawing on skills and experience that they have previously acquired.
Lecture: 2 hrs. Lecture Laboratory: 1 hr. Lab
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Biology In courses that have an accompanying laboratory, grades are computed and credits awarded based on performance in both lecture and laboratory. Therefore, lecture and laboratory should be taken concurrently except as noted.
Non-science majors may fulfill their general education requirement in biology by enrolling in both biological science lecture, BIOL 1350 and the one hour biological science laboratory BIOL 1150 , which is designed for non-science majors or by registering for Principles of Biology, BIOL 1455 , a four credit course designed for science majors.
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BIOL 1150 - Biological Science Laboratory (ACTS 1004) Credits: 1
Corequisites: Note: Student must also take the three hour lecture (BIOL 1350 ) for the course as a co-requisite. NOT APPLICABLE TO A MAJOR OR MINOR IN BIOLOGY.
Laboratory broad view of modern concepts concerning the processes of life, including human biology, for the non-science major.
Term Offered: *Starting Spring 2015 Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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BIOL 1350 - Biological Science Lecture (ACTS 1004) Credits: 3
Corequisites: Note: Student must also take the one hour laboratory (BIOL 1150 ) for the course as a co-requisite. NOT APPLICABLE TO A MAJOR OR MINOR IN BIOLOGY.
Broad view of modern concepts concerning the processes of life, including human biology, for the non-science major.
Term Offered: *Starting Spring 2015 Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 1455 - Principles of Biology (ACTS BIOL 1014) Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Applicable for Science Majors. BIOL 1455 Is a Prerequisite for All Higher Numbered Courses in Biology Regardless of the Major.
Basic biological principles and concepts ranging from the molecular to the organismal level.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 1456 - Principles of Biology II Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1455 . Required for all BIOLOGY MAJORS.
A continuation of basic underlying principles governing life processes from the molecular to organismal level with emphasis on gene regulation, biotechnology, and animal/plant structure and function.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week
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BIOL 1460 - General Zoology (ACTS BIOL 1054) Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1456 or departmental consent.
Evolutionary approach to the classification of all animal phyla from protozoa through vertebrates.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 1470 - General Botany (ACTS BIOL 1034) Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1456 or departmental consent.
Structure, function and classification of vascular and non-vascular plants. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 2100 - CO-OP Seminar Credits: 1
The Department of Biology Co-Op Seminar course is for biology majors. Job orientation, career counseling and placement orientation are the key focus of this course. The course emphasizes the importance of being able to express what has been learned in all courses and selling it to a potential employer.
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BIOL 2360 - Ecology Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1460 and BIOL 1470 .
Evolutionary approach to the study of the relationship of organisms to their environment, including nature history of the vertebrates and environmental biology with emphasis on common Arkansas taxa.
Term Offered: Offered: Spring semester. Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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BIOL 2451 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I (ACTS BIOL 2404) Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite:BIOL 1350 /BIOL 1150 or BIOL 1455 . NOT A REQUIREMENT FOR BIOLOGY MAJORS.
Structure and function of human systems including the cell, tissues, the integument, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and the general and special senses.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall semester. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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BIOL 2452 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 2451 NOT A REQUIREMENT FOR BIOLOGY MAJORS.
Structure and function of human systems including circulatory, lymphatic, fluid and electrolyte, urinary, respiratory, digestive, endocrine and reproductive.
Term Offered: Offered: Spring semester. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
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BIOL 2600 - CO-OP Internship Credits: 6
The Department of Biology Co-Op Internship courses are for biology majors. Students may seek structured learning opportunities within research, health-related clinics, industry, government agencies, or community based organization consistent within the major. A student must be registered with the Office of Career Services for development of internship plans.
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BIOL 3312 - Computational Sciences Credits: 3
This course offers students, advanced topics in the discipline of computational sciences (CS), in departments of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics, and Computer Science. Students understand the role and application of CS in learning and research, to improve their data collection, management, and analysis skills. This course is divided into multiple disciplinary sections team-taught by interdisciplinary faculty during the semester; in the first section, students are introduced to CS tools and learning how to apply those tools to complex problem-solving and scientific discovery using high-performance computing resources.
Lecture: 1 hr. Lecture Laboratory: 2 hrs. Lab
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BIOL 3351 - Biostatics Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: MATH 1330 - College Algebra (ACTS MATH 1103) .
Covers statistical theory through practical examples rather than mathematical proofs. The materials covered include computations, applications, and interpretations of statistical procedures commonly used in the biological sciences.
Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week 2 hrs. Lecture Laboratory: 1 hr. Lab
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BIOL 3390 - General Pharmacology Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Junior standing in Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Psychology, and other majors by consent of instructor.
Pharmacological principles, actions and effects of major classes of drugs used by man.
Term Offered: Offered: Spring semester. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 3440 - Genetics Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1456 or departmental consent.
Basic principles of inheritance, including classical, molecular and population genetics. Laboratory emphasizes Mendelian genetics gene cloning and Recombinant DNA Technology.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 3450 - Invertebrate Zoology Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1460 .
Structure, function, classification and life histories of selective representatives of the major invertebrate phyla.
Term Offered: Offered: As needed. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 3460 - Comparative Anatomy Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1460 .
Evolutionary approach to the study of structural and functional relationships between representatives of the Chordate Classes.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week. Lecture/Lab: Laboratory work requires extensive dissection.
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BIOL 3470 - General Microbiology (ACTS BIOL 2004) Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1456 or departmental consent.
Anatomy and physiology of microorganisms and the role they play in daily life.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 3480 - Cell Biology Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 1456 or departmental consent.
Structural organization, metabolism and molecular genetics of the eukaryotic cell.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 3490 - Histology Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 3480 .
Structure and function of vertebrate cells, tissues, and organ systems. Laboratory emphasizes microscopic identification of tissues.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall semesters Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 3601 - CO-OP Internship Credits: 6
The Department of Biology Co-Op Internship courses are for biology majors. Students may seek structured learning opportunities within research, health-related clinics, industry, government agencies, or community based organization consistent within the major. A student must be registered with the Office of Career Services for development of internship plans.
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BIOL 4150 - Biological Research Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and Department Chair required.
An investigative study of selected topics in some phase of biology through consultation, reading and laboratory work. Requires a formal paper and oral presentation, giving a review of the literature and results of the investigation.
Term Offered: Offered: As needed. Lecture: Lecture: 1 hour per week.
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BIOL 4170 - Biology Seminar Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Graduating senior status in last semester of biology courses and a minimum of 24 credit hours in Biology 2000 level courses and higher. Senior Comprehensive Exam is required.
Constructed around discussion of current biological problems and research interests as presented in seminars and senior portfolios by students.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Lecture: Lecture: 1 hour per week.
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BIOL 4330 - Advanced Cell Biology Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 3480 or CHEM 3412 or advanced graduate standing in General Science.
Designed to give students an in-depth understanding of advances in cell biology with emphasis on biological membranes, cell-to-cell adhesion, cell signal transduction, receptors, cell cycle control and apoptosis.
Term Offered: Offered: Spring semester or as needed. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 4355 - Special Topics Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Open to biology majors or minors at the junior or senior level.
Constructed around topics not covered in regular biology courses.
Term Offered: Offered: As needed. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 4380 - Immunology Credits: 3
Designed to cover the structure and functions of immune system in health and disease. Students will learn and demonstrate knowledge of immune system cells, their function, the structure and organization of immune system organs, their functions, cellular and humoral immune responses and a number of clinically important topics like vaccinations, immunosuppression, and autoimmune diseases. Lectures and instruction will cover topics related to immune cell function and explain how these cells interact to carry out the immune system functions and the regulatory mechanisms responsible.
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BIOL 4450 - Vertebrate Physiology Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 3460 .
Study of the function of all vertebrate systems.
Term Offered: Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BIOL 4460 - Developmental Biology Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: BIOL 3460 .
Comparative approach to the study of all stages of development from germ cell formation to organogenesis in selective organisms.
Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
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BUED 2311 - Keyboarding I (ACTS BUSI 1103) Credits: 3
An introductory course to enable students to develop keyboard mastery and increase basic speed and accuracy. Word processing exercises include practice drills, paragraph and tabulation indention, centering, business and personal letters, tables, reports, and memorandums.
Term Offered: F,SP,S
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BUED 2321 - Keyboarding II Credits: 3
A continuation of basic keying skills. Practice keying letters, tables, memorandums, reports, tabulations, and legal documents using common software. Emphasizes speed and accuracy.
Term Offered: F
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BUED 2600 & 2601 - Business COOP Internships Credits: 6
Coop Internship I, II and III are offered for business majors. Students may seek structured learning opportunities within a business, industry, government sector or community based organization consistent with their major. A student must have a GPA of 2.5 or have completed 30 hours in their major. Pre-professional plans are developed through Career Services.
Term Offered: F,SP
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BUED 3301 - Business Communications (ACTS BUSI 2013) Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Proficiency in word processing.
A study of the fundamentals of English with practice in writing correct, forceful business letters, memos, and business reports. Required of majors in business education and of other concentrations in Business.
Term Offered: F,SP,S
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BUED 4304 - Methods of Teaching Business Subjects Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: BUED 2321 , BUED 3301 , BUED 4310 .
A critical study of materials and methodologies of teaching subjects in secondary schools. Designed to help students learn classroom management skills to confront student problems in adapting materials and methods to the learning process. This course should be taken prior to student teaching.
Term Offered: SP
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BUED 4310 - Office Management Credits: 3
An overview of human resource management practices. An analysis of the manager’s position, duties, responsibilities, and opportunities. Special attention is given to the physical needs of a business office such as equipment, personnel, organization of different departments, and preparation of reports includes problems of selecting, promoting, and retaining efficient office personnel.
Term Offered: SP
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CHEM 1110 - Principles of Chemistry Laboratory (ACTS 1214) Credits: 1
These courses give brief description of the laws governing inorganic, organic and biochemistry. Considered to be a terminal sequence for students majoring in nursing or allied health sciences.
Laboratory: Laboratory requires 3-contact hours per week.
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