Department of Science and Mathematics

FACULTY

R. ALAN SMITH, Coordinator, Department of Science and Mathematics, Assistant Professor of Biology, 2006—
BA, Cumberland College, 1991; MS, University of Tennessee, 1994; PhD, Vanderbilt University, 2003.

STEPHEN M. BLAKEMAN, Associate Professor of Mathematics, 1993—
BS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1977; MA, Indiana University, 1987.

ALFRED B. CAWTHORNE, III, Assistant Professor of Physics, 2006—
BS, Eastern Nazarene College, 1992; PhD, University of Maryland, 1998.

STEPHANIE CAWTHORNE, Associate Professor of Mathematics, 2006—
BS, Eastern Nazarene College, 1992; PhD, University of Maryland, 1998.

E. CHRISTIS FARRELL, Director of Medical Technology Program, Professor of Biology, 1995—
BA, Eastern Nazarene College, 1961; MS, The Ohio State University, 1968; PhD, The Ohio State University, 1971.

MATTHEW HUDDLESTON, Assistant Professor of Physics, 2008—
BA, Greenville College, 1994; MSc, Rice University, 1999; PhD, Vanderbilt University, 2003.

SHANE KELLEY, Associate Professor of Chemistry, 2000—
BSc, Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne, 1994; PhD, University of Tennessee, 2000.

MONICA A. PARKER, Assistant Professor of Biology, 2006—
BS, California State University, Long Beach, 1994; PhD, Vanderbilt University, 2002.

SAMUEL K. STUECKLE, Professor of Mathematics, 1996—
BS, Northwest Nazarene University, 1980; PhD, Clemson University, 1986.

Department of Science and Mathematics General Information

The following majors are offered by the Department of Science and Mathematics: Biology, Biology Education, Chemistry, Chemistry Education, Financial Mathematics, General Science, Mathematics, Mathematical Biology, Mathematics Education, Physics, and Physics Education. This department offers minors in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, General Science, and Mathematics. The courses offered are designed to provide a database allowing the student to apply that knowledge in a professional or graduate school or in the field of teaching.

Mission Statements and Learning Outcomes for Academic Majors in Science and Mathematics

Biology Major

Mission Statement

The biology major seeks to prepare graduates who have a broad-based understanding of biology, including experimental and analytical laboratory techniques, that will prepare them to succeed professionally and in graduate/professional programs.

Chemistry Major

Mission Statement

The chemistry major seeks to prepare graduates who have a broad-based understanding of chemistry, including experimental and analytical techniques, that will prepare them to succeed professionally and in graduate/professional programs.

Physics Major

Mission Statement

The physics major seeks to prepare students with a foundational knowledge of analytical thinking, data collection and analysis, and experimental skills. This knowledge is coupled with acquiring understanding of the fundamental laws of the physical universe in a nurturing Christian environment. Development of the whole person for leadership and/or service roles is emphasized.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Majors will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts and principles in the major.
2. Apply knowledge and skills in experimental and analytical techniques including health and safety precautions for laboratory procedures.
3. Clearly communicate scientific information both orally and in writing.
4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in use of computers and related technology for applications in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data and in making presentations.
5. Apply analytical and critical thinking to solving problems related to the major and to promote lifelong learning.
6. Apply Christian principles to ethical and moral issues related to their major.
7. Advance in their chosen professions and/or be admitted to and be successful in graduate/professional programs.

General Science Major

Mission Statement

The general science major seeks to prepare graduates who have a breadth of basic knowledge in biology, chemistry, and physics including laboratory techniques.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates with a General Science major will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts and principles in biology, chemistry, and physics according to the levels of courses completed in each subject area.
2. Apply knowledge and skills in experimental and analytical techniques including health and safety precautions for laboratory procedures.
3. Clearly communicate scientific information both orally and in writing.
4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in use of computers and related technology for applications in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data and in making presentations.
5. Apply analytical and critical thinking to solving problems related to at least two of the areas of biology, chemistry, and physics and to promote life long learning.
6. Apply Christian principles to ethical and moral issues related to biology, chemistry, and/or physics.
7. Advance in their chosen professions and/or be admitted to and be successful in graduate/professional programs.

Mathematics Major

Mission Statement

The mathematics major seeks to prepare graduates who are competent in reasoning and problem solving skills that will prepare them for success in technical professions and in graduate studies.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates with a Mathematics major will be able to:

1. Understand and construct mathematical proofs.
2. Solve significant problems using mathematical methods and appropriate technology.
3. Clearly express mathematical ideas, both verbally and in writing.
4. Demonstrate a comprehensive view of mathematics.

Financial Mathematics Major

Mission Statement

The Financial Mathematics major seeks to prepare graduates who are competent in reasoning and problem solving skills focused on business, finance and economics applications. This major will prepare them for success in technical business professions and in graduate studies.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates with a Mathematics major will be able to:

1. Understand and construct mathematical proofs.
2. Solve significant business problems using mathematical methods and appropriate technology.
3. Clearly express business, financial, and economics problems in mathematical terms.
4. Demonstrate a comprehensive view of mathematics and its relationship to business and finance.

Mathematical Biology Interdisciplinary Major

Mission Statement

The complexities of the biological sciences make interdisciplinary involvement essential and the increasing use of mathematics in biology is inevitable as biology becomes more quantitative and as biology and biotechnology become more important in the coming decades. The Mathematical Biology major seeks to prepare graduates who are prepared to deal with problems arising from this new and rich area of interaction. This major will prepare them for success in professions in the biotechnology sector, either in academia or in the commercial world.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates with a Mathematical Biology major will be able to:

1. Understand and construct mathematical proofs.
2. Solve significant biological problems using mathematical methods and appropriate technology.
3. Develop and understand mathematical models in the biological sciences.

Mission statements for Biology Education, Chemistry Education, Mathematics Education, and Physics Education are in the Teacher Education Programs Section of the catalog.

Applied Physics BS

The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses. Issues in Science is waived in lieu of upper division physics courses. With prior approval, equivalent general education courses completed during the first year at Vanderbilt may be used to satisfy general education requirements in the 3-2 engineering program.

Additional Support Courses may be required to support the specific engineering discipline chosen in the 3-2 engineering program.

*15 of the 18 hours will be completed as part of the support course requirements.

*In the 3-2 Engineering Program, at least 99 hours must be completed before transfer to Vanderbilt University.

Applied Physics Major with Mathematics Minor Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

3-2 Engineering Program

Total Credit Hours Semesters 1-6 (99 hours required for option 2) 103-104 hours

Senior Year (option 1)

*Courses offered every other year (PHY 3200, 3300, 4010, 4020 and 4400 should be substituted in alternate years)

Biology BS

The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses. Issues in Science is waived in lieu of upper division biology courses.

Chemistry Minor

*16 of the 20 hours will be completed as a part of the biology major requirements (support courses)

Biology Major with Chemistry Minor (Pre-Professional) Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

*Courses offered every other year (taken in either Junior or senior year)

Chemistry BS

The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses. Issues in Science is waived in lieu of upper division chemistry courses.

(Minor in Biology, Physics, or Math is desirable.)

Chemistry Major with Biology Minor Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

*Courses offered every other year (taken in either junior or senior year)

Chemistry Major with Physics Minor Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

*Courses offered every other year (taken in either junior or senior year)

Chemistry Education BS (7-12 Licensure)

See Teacher Education Programs section of the Catalog.

Physics BS

The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses. Issues in Science is waived in lieu of upper division physics courses.

*15 of the 18 hours will be completed as part of the support course requirements.

MAT 3020 Differential Equations (3) and MAT 3090 Linear and Matrix Algebra (3) are recommended support courses but not required.

Physics Major with Mathematics Minor Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

*Courses offered every other year (taken in either Junior or senior year)

Physics Education BS (7-12 Licensure)

See Teacher Education Program section of the Catalog.

General Science BS

The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses.

General Science Four-Year Plan

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

*Courses offered every other year (taken in either junior or senior year)

Science Minors

Mathematical Biology Interdisciplinary BS

Since this is an interdisciplinary program, the student should have an advisor in both mathematics and biology. The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses. Issues in Science is waived in lieu of upper division biology courses.

Mathematical Biology Four-Year Plan

For even years swap the courses with the same superscript.

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

Mathematics BS

The Mathematics component of the General Education curriculum is fulfilled by a course required for this major.

Students choosing Option 2 are encouraged to minor in physics, chemistry, or economics/finance.

Mathematics Four-Year Plan

For even years swap the math classes in Years 3 and 4.

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

*Courses offered every other year (taken in either Junior or senior year)

Financial Mathematics BS

MAT 1510 Calculus I will be taken to satisfy the mathematics requirement in the Foundations Tier and ECO 2000 Principles of Macroeconomics will be taken to satisfy the Institutional Choice in the Human Sciences Tier.

Financial Mathematics Four-Year Plan

For even years swap the math classes in Years 3 and 4.

Freshman Year

Sophomore Year

Junior Year

Senior Year

*Courses offered every other year (taken in either Junior or senior year)

Mathematics Education BS (K-12 Licensure)

See Teacher Education Program section of the Catalog for description.

Mathematics Minor

The Mathematics component of the General Education curriculum is fulfilled by courses required for this minor.

Pre-Professional Programs

Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental/Pre-Veterinary/Pre-Physician Assistant

Students typically major in either Biology or Chemistry with a minor in the other.

One year of General Physics is required. Individual counseling is given to each student as needed. Students are responsible for obtaining specific course requirements for the medical, dental, veterinary, and physician assistant programs to which they are planning to apply.

Pre-Pharmacy

The Pre-Professional Education requirements for a Doctor of Pharmacy Program may be taken at Trevecca. The University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy requires 90 hours for admission; the specific requirements are listed below.

Applicants who have completed a degree are given preference in the UT Program. Students who plan to apply to other institutions should be aware of specific course requirements.

Trevecca Nazarene University/Vanderbilt University Pre-Engineering—Engineering 3-2 Program

Students who wish to combine study in a pre-engineering program with further study in an engineering discipline may do so under the Trevecca Nazarene University/ Vanderbilt University 3-2 Program. Under this cooperative agreement, a student will spend the first three years of his or her college career at Trevecca Nazarene University in a pre-engineering program and the remaining two years at Vanderbilt University studying in one of the engineering programs. The available engineering programs are Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. A student who completes this five-year program will have had the experience of dividing an academic career between the pre-engineering environment of a Christian liberal arts university and the engineering climate in a professional school. This unique combination of study on two differently oriented campuses will provide the student with excellent engineering training.

The participating student will spend the first three years completing the pre-engineering program at Trevecca Nazarene University. During this time, at least 99 hours of coursework in the Applied Physics major with Mathematics minor will be completed. After successful completion of the pre-engineering requirements with a 3.0 or higher GPA, and upon recommendation by the faculty at Trevecca Nazarene University, the student will be qualified to transfer to Vanderbilt University for the completion of an engineering degree.

After completion of the pre-engineering program at Trevecca Nazarene University and after successful completion of one academic year of prescribed study in the engineering discipline at Vanderbilt, the student will be awarded a Bachelor of Science degree with an Applied Physics major by Trevecca Nazarene University. After successfully completing the fifth year, the student will be awarded the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering degree, as applicable to his or her major program, by Vanderbilt University.

Pre-Engineering for Students Planning to Transfer to a University other than Vanderbilt

*Students should choose electives according to requirements of the institution to which they plan to transfer for completion of their engineering degree. Usually this choice will mean carefully selecting courses from a variety of areas—e.g. social sciences, humanities, fine arts, etc.—to meet general education requirements. Each student should bring a copy of the institution's catalog to be used with the TNU advisor during registration counseling.

Science and Math Courses

BIOLOGY

BIO 1510 is a prerequisite to higher numbered biology courses except where noted.

BIO 1300—Principles of Biology (4)

An introduction to the biological sciences with a particular emphasis placed on concepts relevant to the health sciences. Biomolecules, cell structure and function, metabolism, cellular basis of reproduction, genetics, microbiology, animal morphology, and animal tissues and organ systems will be studied in detail. An introduction to evolution and ecology will also be included. Biology-related social and ethical issues encountered in the health professions will also be discussed. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

BIO 1510—General Biology I (4)

An introduction to fundamental concepts in the biological sciences including the organization of living matter, cellular structure and function, food production by photosynthesis, energy harvest, mechanisms of cellular reproduction, genetics, and evolution. Discussions of current scientific issues will also be included. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

BIO 1520—General Biology II (4)

A study of diverse structures and functions observed in a variety of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms, with emphasis placed on plants and vertebrates. The study of the Kingdom Plantae will include investigation of plant life cycles and reproductive strategies. Topics including respiration, digestion, and reproduction will be introduced in the study of vertebrate animals. An introduction to ecology and the impact of humans on a variety of organisms will also be included. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

BIO 2010—Anatomy-Physiology I (4)

A study that includes the anatomy of the body as a whole. Emphasis will be on anatomical structures and organizational relationships of the organs and systems of the body. General physiology of each system and the major influence systems have on one another is emphasized. Laboratory studies include dissection of the cat and study of various skeletons, models, and charts. Emotional, psychomotor and physical well being are included in the cognitive aspect of this course. Prerequisite: BIO 1510. Lecture and lab. Fee charged

BIO 2020—Anatomy-Physiology II (4)

A study that includes some anatomy, especially histology and embryology, as necessary for understanding physiology. Emphasis will be on physiological processes of all body organs and systems. Emotional, psychomotor, and physical well being are important cognitive aspects of physiology. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: BIO 2010 or equivalent. Fee charged.

BIO 2100—Principles of Cell Biology (3)

A survey of cellular structure and function. Topics will include energy conversions, cell replication, vesicular formation and transport, membrane structure and function, cell motility, and cell communication. Lecture. Prerequisite: BIO 1510 and BIO 1520. (Spring, even numbered years).

BIO 2700—Nutrition (3)

A study of how chemical principles and biochemical pathways create certain nutritional requirements for humans in various states of health and disease. Emphasis will be given to the needs of pregnancy, infancy, adolescence, sports conditioning, maturity, and nutritional therapy in some disease states. The possible benefits of proper nutritional practices for our culture, wellness programs, and managed care will be discussed. The world-wide impact of hunger and disease and our responsibility for relief will be pursued. The laboratory will include various measurements and profiling of nutritional status on the individual students. CHE 1010 or CHE 1040 recommended. (Fall, odd numbered years). Fee charged.

BIO 2820—Microbiology (4)

A survey of microscopic organisms with emphasis on bacteria and fungi. Classification, morphology, cultivation, and identification will be studied in both lecture and lab. The role of these organisms in the ecosystem, industry, and disease will also be discussed. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: BIO 1510. Fee charged.

BIO 3000—General Ecology (3)

A course that promotes a basic understanding of the ecosystem as a whole. The study will include interactions of ecosystem constituents (both community and population), their contributions and/or detriments to the ecosystem, biogeochemical cycles, and energy flow through ecosystems. Aquatic and terrestrial habitats will be studied both in lecture and in laboratory field trips. Prerequisite: BIO 1510-20 and CHE 1010-20 or CHE 1040-50 or equivalents. (Spring, odd numbered years). Fee charged.

BIO 3010—Histology (3)

A study of mammalian tissue and microscopic identification of cells, tissues and organs. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: BIO 1510-20 or equivalent. (Fall, odd numbered years). Fee charged.

BIO 3510—Biochemistry I (4)

First course in a comprehensive biochemistry sequence. Topics of study will include the structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids; enzyme mechanics; the kinetics and regulation of biological reactions; and the principles of bioenergetics. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: CHE 2010 or equivalent. (Fall, odd numbered years). Fee charged. Cross listed as CHE 3510.

BIO 3520—Biochemistry II (4)

A study of metabolic pathways and their regulation; nucleic acid structure, function and processing; regulation of gene expression; and current technologies used to study and combat diseases resulting from deficiencies in normal biochemical processes. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: BIO 3510/CHE 3510. (Spring, even numbered years). Fee charged. Cross listed as CHE 3520.

BIO 3620—Immunology (3)

A study of the human immune system. The structure, physiology, and basic immunity principles will be discussed. Modern research and theories will be incorporated into the lecture. Basic immunological laboratory tests and procedures will be the focus of the lab. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: BIO 2820 ( 2010, and 2020 strongly recommended). (Fall, even numbered years.) Fee charged.

BIO 3720—Genetics (4)

Mendelian (classical) genetics is emphasized. Additional topics include chromosome mapping in eukaryotes, chromosomal mutations, extranuclear inheritance, quantitative genetics, and population genetics. Genetic principles are applied to selected human traits as well as those of other organisms. Several genetic disorders of humans are considered. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

BIO 3730—Molecular Biology (4)

Molecular genetics is emphasized. Topics include DNA structure, replication, and variation; expression and regulation of genetic information; recombinant DNA technology; and applications and ethics of biotechnology. Selected techniques in molecular genetics are included. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

BIO 4000—Cancer Biology (3)

Introduces students to cancer biology fundamentals. Topics include cell proliferation, cell death, the process of metastasis and tumor progression, oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes, and cancer therapeutics. This class will also explore the latest scientific and clinical research through readings and presentations. Prerequisites: Biology I, BIO 1510; Biology II, BIO 1520; and Cell Biology, BIO 2100.

BIO 4110—Topics in Biology (1-3)

In-depth coverage of one topic in the biological sciences with regard to the interest of the instructor and students. Possible topics include botany, zoology, seminal papers in biology, mathematics of biology, biotechnology, and instrumental methods and analysis. Permission of instructor required. May be repeated for credit. Offered as needed.

BIO 4330—Special Projects in Biology (1-3)

Open to biology majors and minors with advanced standing. Individual study in a chosen field under the supervision of the faculty member in that area of biology. Prerequisite: BIO 1510-20 plus the advanced course in the area of study. Non-majors may take course by special permission.

BIO 4335—Seminar in Biology (1)

Includes project and papers presented and reported to the science faculty and science majors. To be taken during senior year.

BIO 4340—Research Projects in Biology (1-3)

Limited to biology majors and minors. Individual or small group research in selected field. Research is under supervision of a faculty member in biology. Prerequisite: beginning courses in major/minor, plus courses pertinent to area of research.

BIO 4510—Career Internship in Biology (1-3)

Work in off-campus facility under faculty supervision. Limited to juniors and seniors. Supervision coordinated with Career Planning Office. Maximum 6 hours. Graded S/U.

GULF COAST RESEARCH LABORATORY––MARINE BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY COURSES

Trevecca has an affiliation with the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory (GCRL) in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. The following courses may be taken during the summer at GCRL and the credits transferred to Trevecca. These courses can then be used to fulfill the biology elective requirements of a biology major or a biology minor. The courses listed below are offered each summer. Consult the Coast Research Laboratory summer catalog at www.usm.edu/gcrl for a complete schedule of courses and additional information.

Oceanography (5)

Marine Biology (5)

Marine Mammals (5)

Marine Ecology (5)

Marine Invertebrate Zoology (6)

Marine Ichthyology (6)

Shark Biology (5)

Coastal Ornithology (5)

Barrier Island Ecology (5)

Sport Fisheries Management (5)

AU SABLE INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Trevecca is a participating university with Au Sable Institute, which is a member of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities. Through this affiliation students may enroll in courses at the Institute, and the credits will be transferred to Trevecca. Sustainable global development is emphasized in all courses. Biology courses can fulfill biology electives for the biology major and for the biology minor. Twelve hours from Au Sable are required for the environmental science minor.

Au Sable offers courses in the Great Lakes, the Everglades, Puget Sound, Kenya, and India. The courses listed below are typically offered during January, May, Summer I, and Summer II sessions. Consult the Au Sable Institute catalog at www.AuSable.org for a complete schedule of courses and additional information.

Advanced Field Botany, Biol 411 (4)

Alpine Ecology: Life in Context of Snow and Ice, Biol 478 (4)

Animal Ecology, Biol 321 (4)

Appropriate Technology and Stewardship Praxis, EnvSt/Biol/Int 353 (3)

Aquatic Biology, Biol 322 (4)

Bioethics; Bridge to the Future, Biol/EnvSt/Phil 351 (4)

Bioregional Models for Environmental Stewardship, Biol/Geog 457 (4)

Biosphere Science, Biol/EnvSt/Geol/Geog 389 (4)

Birds and Mammals of East Africa, Biol 331 (4)

Birds and Mammals of South India, Biol 330 (4)

Birds of the African Tropics, Biol 307 (4)

Capstone Seminar and Practicum, Biol/EnvSt/Geog/Rel 443 (4)

Conservation Biology, Biol/Geog 471 (4)

Development and Ecological Sustainability in Africa, Biol/Geog 308 (4)

Directed Individual Study, Biol/Chem/Geog 390 (1-4)

Ecological Agriculture: Farms and Gardens for Sustainability, Biol/Agric/Geog 303 (4)

Ecological Issues in Science and Religion, EnvSt/Rel 352 (4)

Ecology of African Agriculture, Biol/Geog/Agric 403 (4)

Ecology of the Indian Tropics, Biol 427 (4)

Environmental Art and Illustration, Art/EnvSt 210 (4)

Environmental Chemistry, Chem 332 (4)

Environmental Ethics, EnvSt/Rel 350 (4)

Environmental History of the Pacific Northwest, Hist/EnvSt/Int 368 (4)

Field Botany, Biol 311 (4)

Field Geology, Geol/Geog 216 (4)

Field Geology of the Pacific Northwest, Geol/Geog 217 (4)

Field Natural History, Biol 361 (4)

Fish Biology and Ecology, Biol 342 (4)

Forest Ecology, Biol 487 (4)

Global Development and Ecological Sustainability, Biol/Geog 304 (4)

Individual Study - Forum 2002, Geog 390 (2)

Insect Biology and Ecology, Biol 312 (4)

Intro to Environmental Medicine and Public Health, Biol 452 (4)

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) EnvSt/Geog 357 (4)

Introduction to Tropical Medicine, Biol 450 (4)

Land Resources, Biol/Geol/Geog 301 (4)

Land Resources of South India, Biol/Geol/Geog 309 (4)

Land Stewardship Ecology, Biol 486 (4)

Limnology (Water Resources), Biol 302 (4)

Mammals of East Africa, Biol 329 (4)

Marine Biology, Biol 318 (4)

Marine Invertebrates, Biol 377 (4)

Marine Mammals, Biol 359 (4)

Marine Stewardship, Biol 417 (4)

Molecular Field Biology, Biol 360 (4)

Natural History of the Chesapeake, Biol/Geog 267 (4)

Natural History of the Pacific Northwest, Biol/Geog 266 (4)

Ornithology: Eastern Birds, Biol 305 (4)

Ornithology: Western Birds, Biol 306 (4)

Pacific Rim Development and Ecological Sustainability, Biol/Geog 306 (4)

Pacific Salmon and Fisheries Stewardship, Biol 344 (4)

Plant Ecology, Biol 477 (4)

Post-Baccalaureate Directed Study, Biol/EnvSt/Geog 990 (1-6)

Principles of Environmental Education and Interpretation, EnvSt/Educ 380 (4)

Research, Biol/Chem/Geog 499 (1-6)

Research - Session II, Biol/Chem/Geog 499 (2)

Research Methods I, Biol/Chem/EnvSt/Geog 490 (1)

Research Methods II, Biol/Chem/EnvSt/Geog 491 (1)

Restoration Ecology, Biol 482 (4)

Restoration Ecology Applications, Biol 483 (4)

Special Topics in Environmental Studies, EnvSt/Biol/Geog/Int 400 (4)

Stewardship Art, EnvSt/Int 370 (4)

Stream ecology and Watersheds, Biol 346 (4)

Summer Flora, Biol 333 (4)

The Ecology of Commerce, EnvSt/Biol/Bus 348 (4)

Town and Country Stewardship Planning, Biol/EnvSt/Geog 326 (4)

Tropical Agriculture and Missions, Biol/Agric/Geog 343 (4)

Tropical Botany, Biol 319 (4)

Tropical Mountain Ecology, Biol 479 (4)

Watershed Stewardship, Biol/Geog 355 (4)

Wetland Ecology, Biol 489 (4)

Wildlife Ecology, Biol 345 (4)

Winter Biology, Biol 310 (4)

Woody Plants, Biol 315 (4)

CHEMISTRY

Cognitive skills are emphasized in the chemistry courses, and some psychomotor skills are learned in the laboratory portions of each course.

CHE 1010—Principles of Inorganic and Organic Chemistry (4)

Includes the basic principles of inorganic chemistry and an introduction to organic chemistry. Designed primarily for pre-nursing students. May also be taken for General Education credit. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

CHE 1020—Principles of Organic and Biochemistry (4)

Continuation of organic chemistry CHE 1010 and study of biochemical compounds and their reactions. Prerequisite: CHE1010. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

CHE 1040-1050—General Chemistry I, II (4), (4)

A sequence for students planning further work in chemistry. Topics discussed include chemical notation, atomic structures, periodic relationships, bonding, chemical equilibrium, acids, bases, salts, redox reactions, electrochemistry, environmental chemistry, and qualitative analysis. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

CHE 2010-2020—Organic Chemistry I, II (4),(4)

An introduction to the study of the compounds of carbon-their classification, nomenclature, preparation, and reactions. Prerequisite: one year of college chemistry. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

CHE 2300—Principles of Analytic Chemistry (3)

A study of volumetric, gravimetric and instrumental methods of analysis. Lecture only. Fall, even numbered years.

CHE 2530—Analytical Chemistry (4)

A study of volumetric, gravimetric, and instrumental methods of analysis. Lecture and lab. (Fall, even numbered years). Fee charged.

CHE 3210—Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry (2)

A laboratory course open to advanced students in chemistry. Inorganic compounds are prepared in pure conditions. Prerequisite: CHE 1050 or equivalent. 6 hours Laboratory. Offered on demand. Fee charged.

CHE 3220—Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (4)

Descriptive chemistry of the metallic and nonmetallic elements, coordination chemistry, nuclear chemistry, and industrial inorganic chemistry. Prerequisite: Chemistry 1050 or equivalent. Lecture and lab. (Spring, odd-numbered years). Fee charged.

CHE 3510—Biochemistry I(4)

First course in a comprehensive biochemistry sequence. Topics of study will include the structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids; enzyme mechanics; the kinetics and regulation of biological reactions; and the principles of bioenergetics. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: CHE 2010 or equivalent. (Fall, odd numbered years). Fee charged. Cross listed as BIO 3510.

CHE 3520—Biochemistry II (4)

A study of metabolic pathways and their regulation; nucleic acid structure, function and processing; regulation of gene expression; and current technologies used to study and combat diseases resulting from deficiencies in normal biochemical processes. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: BIO 3510/CHE 3510. (Spring, even numbered years). Fee charged. Cross listed as BIO 3520.

CHE 4000—Principles of Physical Chemistry (3)

A study of three laws of thermodynamics, phase equalibria, and reaction equilibria. Prerequisites: MAT 1510, PHY 2110, and CHE 1040-50. Lecture only. (Fall, odd numbered years).

CHE 4010—Physical Chemistry I (4)

A study of three laws of thermodynamics, phase equilibria, and reaction equilibria. Prerequisites: MAT 1510-1520, PHY 2110-20, and CHE 1040-50. Recommended: MAT 2550. Lecture and lab. (Offered alternate years). Fee charged. Cross listed as PHY 4010.

CHE 4020—Physical Chemistry II (4)

Explores selected recent advances in physical chemistry including quantum mechanics, atomic phenomena, chemical kinetics, and spectroscopy. Prerequisites: MAT 1510-1520, PHY 2110-20, and CHE 1040-50. Recommended: MAT 2550. Lecture and lab. (Offered alternate years). Fee charged. Cross listed as PHY 4020.

CHE 4330—Special Projects in Chemistry (1-3)

Open to chemistry majors and minors with advanced standing. The course consists of individual study in a chosen field under the supervision of the faculty member in that area of chemistry. Prerequisite: CHE 1040-50 plus the advanced course in the area of study. Non-majors may take course by special permission.

CHE 4335—Seminar in Chemistry (1)

Consists of projects and paper presented and reported to the science faculty and science majors.

CHE 4340—Research Projects in Chemistry (1-3)

Limited to chemistry majors and minors. Individual or small group research in a selected field. Emphasis is on basic research techniques. Research is under supervision of a faculty member in chemistry. Prerequisite: beginning courses in major/minor plus courses pertinent to area of research.

CHE 4510—Career Internship in Chemistry (1-3)

Work in an off-campus chemistry laboratory under faculty supervision. Recommended for students planning a career in chemistry. Prerequisite: CHE 2530. Supervision coordinated with the Career Planning Office. Maximum of 6 hours. Graded S/U.

PHYSICS

PHY 1010—Basic College Physics I (4)

An introductory treatment of mechanics, vibration, wave motion, sound, and fluids. Emphasis will be placed on the conceptual aspects of these topics with many illustrative examples drawn from biology and medicine. This course does not require prior knowledge of calculus. Mathematics above high school algebra is not required. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

PHY 1020—Basic College Physics II (4)

A continuation of PHY 1010 emphasizing heat, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, geometrical and physical optics, topics in atomic, quantum and nuclear physics. Lecture and lab. Fee charged.

PHY 2030—Digital Electronics (4)

A study of the elements and applications of digital logic. Topics include logic fundamentals, minimization techniques, arithmetic circuits, combinatorial circuits, flip-flops, registers and finite state machines. Designs will be developed using a Hardware Description Language (Verilog HDL or VHDL) and implemented in hardware on an FPGA. Lecture and lab. (Offered alternate years.) Fee charged.

PHY 2100—Object-Oriented Design and Programming in Java I (3)

An IT core course designed to provide an in-depth, hands-on introduction to designing and developing software using the Java programming language. Design methodologies, object modeling with UML, structured programming, and data structures are also reviewed. Extensive lab time will help to develop skills needed when developing software in the business environment. Prerequisite: ITI 2000 or permission of instructor. Cross listed as ITI 2100.

PHY 2110-2120—General Physics I, II (4), (4)

For students with an interest in science, engineering, and medicine. Includes mechanics, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, light, and modern physics. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: MAT 1510, 1520. Fee charged.

PHY 2130—Statics (3)

The elements of statics with application to systems of forces in two and three dimensions (particles and rigid bodies), resultants, equivalent systems, and equilibria. Vector notation is introduced. Friction. Corequisite: PHY 2120, MAT 1520. (Offered alternate years.)

PHY 2550—Mathematical Methods for Physical Science and Engineering (3)

Designed to give accelerated access to upper level physical science courses by providing, in one semester, the essential background in mathematical methods. Course content may include multivariable calculus, linear algebra, complex functions, vector calculus, differential equations, and special functions. Prerequisites: MAT 1510, MAT 1520. (Cross-listed as MAT 2550)

PHY 3200—Intermediate Electricity and Magnetism (4)

A study that covers electrostatics, electric fields, potential, dielectrics, magnetic fields, currents, and introduction to Maxwell's equations. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: PHY 2110, PHY 2120, PHY 4020 and MAT 1510 and 1520 and MAT 2550. (Offered alternate years). Fee charged.

PHY 3300—Intermediate Mechanics (4)

A study of the states of systems of particles and of rigid bodies using Newton's Laws and conservation principles. Covering topics such as kinematics and dynamics of system particles, rotation proportions of rigid bodies, and motion under a central force. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: PHY 2110, PHY 2120, PHY 4020 and MAT 1510 and 1520 and MAT 2550. (Offered alternate years). Fee charged.

PHY 3130—Circuits (4)

Elements of AC/DC circuits with semiconductor devices as applied to computing and other systems. Lecture and lab. (Offered alternate years.) Fee charged.

PHY 4010—Thermodynamics (4)

A study of the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics, phase equilibria, and reaction equilibria. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: PHY 2120, MAT 1520. Recommended: MAT 2550 (Offered alternate years). Fee charged. Cross listed as CHE 4010.

PHY 4020—Modern Physics (4)

A course that explores some of the concepts that revolutionized physics in the early 20th century. Topics include relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic phenomena, and spectroscopy. Prerequisites: PHY 2120, MAT 1520. Recommended: MAT 2550. Lecture and lab. (Offered alternate years.) Fee charged. Cross listed as CHE 4020.

PHY 4330—Special Projects in Physics (1-3)

Open to science majors and minors with advanced standing. Individual study in a chosen field under the supervision of a faculty member in Physics. Non-majors may take course by special permission.

PHY 4335—Seminar in Physics (1)

Consists of projects and paper presented and reported to the science faculty and science majors.

PHY 4340—Research Projects in Physics (1-3)

Limited to physics majors and minors. Individual or small group research in a selected field. Emphasis is on basic research techniques. Research is under supervision of a faculty member in physics. Prerequisite: beginning courses in major/minor, plus courses pertinent to are of research.

PHY 4400—Quantum Mechanics (4)

An introduction to the foundations and applications of quantum mechanics. Topics include solutions to the time-independent Schrodinger equation, the Dirac formalism, the hydrogen atom, angular momentum and perturbation theory. (offered alternate years.) Prerequisites: MAT 1510, MAT 1520, MAT 2550

PHY 4510—Career Internship in Physics (1-3)

Work in off-campus physics lab under faculty supervision. Recommended for students planning a career in science. Prerequisite PHY 2150. Supervision coordinated with Career Planning Office. Maximum 6 hrs. Graded S/U.

SCIENCE

SCI 1050—Science Philosophy and Practice (1)

An introduction to the methods used in the practice of science and the philosophies and standards that guide the scientific community as it seeks to advance the understanding of the natural world. Topics will include the process of science, scientific ethics, analysis and presentation of the results of scientific studies, reading and writing peer-reviewed scientific papers, and careers in science.

SCI 1500—Life Science (3)

A study of biological concepts including the chemistry of life, principles of inheritance, evolutionary theories, biological organization of various organisms, and relationships between organisms and their environment. Issues related to current advances in biotechnology and medicine are also considered. The process of scientific inquiry is emphasized and practiced in both the lecture and laboratory. Fee charged.

SCI 1600—Physical Science (3)

Designed to convey the nature of matter and methods of study in the physical sciences and to study physical science concepts; issues and values related to the well being of individuals, society and the environment are considered. Fee charged.

SCI 2000—Introduction to Environmental Science (3)

An introduction to Environmental Science and the scope of environmental problems facing the world. The course focuses on the rapidly increasing rate at which these problems are occurring and the changes they are setting in motion in the biosphere and the interconnectedness of humans in the world ecosystem. This course can be used for the General Education laboratory science curriculum requirement. Fee charged. Material from Rachel Carson, Paul Hawken and the Creation Care document published by Compassionate Ministries division are all used.

SCI 2150—Introduction to Computer Technology for the Sciences (3)

A hands-on introduction to computer-based measurements, automation, and graphical programming for the sciences. The LabVIEW graphical programming environment will be introduced and used to write software applications that collect, display and analyze experimental data. Automated experiments in the areas of Biology, Chemistry and Physics will be designed and implemented. Topics such as sensors, signals, data acquisition, error analysis, and noise will be explored. The use of standard office spreadsheet, word-processing, and presentation software for scientific data analysis and reporting will also be emphasized.