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ACCOUNTING (AC) |
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AC 510. Managerial Accounting (3)
This course examines advanced topics in accounting and finance, including SEC reporting, corporations in financial difficulty, multinational accounting and additional consolidation reporting issues. Relevant examples of current events comprise the foundational cases for this course. Prerequisites: Grade of "P" in MBA 500 . Course fee: $55.00.
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AC 520. Advanced Financial Accounting and Reporting (3)
This course covers the conceptual framework underlying financial accounting theory and standards, including a review of the accounting cycle and the required financial statements. Significant portion of the course is devoted to comprehensive treatment of the balance sheet. The course also covers International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and highlights the differences between IFRS and US GAAP. Course fee: $55.00.
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AC 530. Accounting Theory (3)
This course covers the development of accounting theory, the conceptual framework, and international accounting. It also addresses topics in financial accounting theory including, but not limited to, the concept of income, the income statement, the balance sheet and the statement of cash flows, equity, and financial reporting disclosure requirements. Course fee: $55.00.
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AC 540. Advanced Cost/Management Accounting (3)
This course covers managerial accounting concepts and procedures for internal reporting, including the study of cost behavior, cost analysis and control, theories of cost allocation, and uses of accounting information for decision making. Budgeting, and performance evaluation are also discussed. Course fee: $55.00.
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AC 550. Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting (3)
This course covers financial accounting and reporting concepts, standards, and procedures applicable to state and local governments, the federal government, and nonprofit organizations. Financial management and accountability considerations peculiar to government and nonprofit organizations are emphasized. Course fee: $55.00.
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ANTHROPOLOGY (AN) |
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AN 500. Archaeological Laboratory Methods (3)
An introduction to the scientific and anthropological processing, analysis, and conservation of materials recovered from prehistoric and historic archaeological sites. Prerequisites: Permission of the department chair. Course fee: $22.50.
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AN 501. Field Work in Archaeology I (4)
Archaeological techniques of survey, excavation, and artifact processing are implemented at local sites. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
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AN 502. Field Work in Archaeology II (4)
Archaeological techniques of survey, excavation, and artifact processing are implemented at local sites. Prerequisites: AN 501 or permission of the instructor. Course fee: $22.50.
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AN 504. Cultural Anthropology (3)
An overview of the nature of culture and its role in human behavior. Course fee: $22.50.
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AN 510. Indians of North America (3)
A survey of the prehistory, history, and contemporary issues of native peoples in North America. Course fee: $22.50.
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AN 527. Indians of the Southeast (3)
The prehistory and history of native cultures of Alabama and the Southeast, with an emphasis on archaeological, ethnographic, and ethnohistoric sources. Course fee: $22.50.
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AN 585. Fundamentals of Historical Archaeology (3)
Explores archaeologists' use of documentary evidence, oral history, and artifacts interpreting social development in eastern North America from 1500 AD to 1900 AD. Course Fee: $22.50.
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AN 598. Selected Topics in Anthropology (3)
Readings, lectures, and activities on selected anthropological topics not generally included in course offerings. Courses content and focus determined by students' interests and instructor's expertise. Course may be taken twice for credit but only when content varies and for not more than six hours. Course Fee: $22.50.
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ART (AT) |
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AT 511. Drawing (3)
A graduate level drawing class with an emphasis on advanced media and personal expression. Four hours weekly. Prerequisites: permission of the Chairperson. Course Fee: $22.50.
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AT 521. Painting (3)
Graduate level painting class with an emphasis on advanced media and personal expression. Four hours weekly. Prerequisites: permission of the Chairperson. Course Fee: $22.50.
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AT 530. Design (3)
Graduate level class focusing on advanced principles of visual design. Prerequisites: permission of the dean. Course Fee: $22.50.
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AT 541. Ceramics (3)
A graduate level ceramics course. Offers the student instruction in individual ceramic interests with emphasis on advanced techniques and personal expression. Four hours weekly. Prerequisites: permission of the chairperson. Course Fee: $22.50.
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AT 597. Independent Study in Art (1-3)
Offers the qualified graduate student an opportunity for independent study, with content and nature determined by the individual needs and interests of the student. A maximum of six semester hours credit is allowed in these courses. Prerequisites: permission of the chairperson. Course Fee: $22.50.
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AT 598. Special Topics in Art (3)
Readings, lectures, discussions, and/or studio art activities related to topics not generally included in course offerings. Course content and format determined by student needs and interests. Prerequisites: permission of the dean. Course Fee: $22.50.
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ATHLETIC TRAINING (AH) |
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AH 501. Professional Practice and Techniques of Athletic Training (3)
Overview of techniques, practices, and approaches utilized by athletic trainers in prevention, recognition, care, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries. Includes taping, wrapping, protective equipment fabrication and application. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
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AH 502. Non Orthopaedic Evaluation and General Medical Issues (3)
Evaluation of non-orthopaedic general medical conditions, pharmacology, and psychosocial aspects in patient care.
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AH 508. Seminar in Athletic Training (1)
Provides student with information, practice exams, and counseling pertinent to professional careers in athletic training and sports medicine.
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AH 520. Fundamental Skills in Athletic Training (3)
General injury/illness assessment techniques with emphasis placed on the specifics of the assessment process including history, observation, palpation, physical examination and use of outcome measures. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
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AH 522. Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis of the Lower Extremity (3)
Evaluation of specific injuries to the lumbar spine and lower extremities with related anatomy, etiology, signs, and symptoms and specific laboratory experiences in assessment and diagnosis. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
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AH 524. Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis of the Upper Extremity (3)
Evaluation of specific injuries to the head, cervical spine, trunk, and upper extremities with related anatomy, etiology, signs, and symptoms and specific laboratory experiences in assessment and diagnosis. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
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AH 530. Therapeutic Interventions (3)
Techniques, indications, and procedures in application of therapeutic modalities including thermotherapy, cryotherapy, light, sound, electricity, compression, traction, and massage with specific laboratory experiences in therapeutic modality application. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
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AH 531. Manual Therapy Techniques (3)
Provides students an in-depth understanding and "hands on experience" of manual techniques relevant to current clinical practice. This course focuses on manual techniques for evaluation and intervention to modulate pain, increase joint range of motion, reduce soft tissue inflammation, induce relaxation, and improve contractile and non-contractile tissue extensibility. Specific techniques include massage, myofascial release, joint mobilizations, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, and cupping techniques. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
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AH 532. Managing Medical Emergencies (3)
Addresses the components and implementation of emergency action plans and critical aspects of a primary survey beyond that of CPR/FAAED/Basic Life Support. Management techniques in critical care that challenges students with critical thinking and real life scenarios including opportunities for interaction with local EMS.
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AH 540. Orthopaedic Rehabilitation (3)
Equipment, techniques, and procedures for injury rehabilitation. Strengthening, flexibility, muscular and cardiovascular endurance conditioning, and proprioceptive training with specific laboratory experiences in rehabilitation of injuries. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
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AH 541. Movement Analysis and Corrective Techniques for Dysfunction (3)
Introduces and explores the foundational concepts of structure and function as they relate to fundamental patterns of human movement. Assisted, active, and reactive techniques for improving mobility, stability, and movement will be taught. Two lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
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AH 550. Healthcare Management and Professional Behaviors in Athletic Training (3)
Addresses the organizational, administrative, and professional aspects of athletic training including personnel concerns, facilities and equipment management, budgetary administration, electronic medical records, insurance issues, public relations, computer use, federal and state regulation, pre-participation physical examination, drug testing, and basic legal and ethical concepts.
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AH 561. Evidence Based Practice in Athletic Training I (3)
Integrates the concepts of evidence based practice through techniques for accessing and interpreting relevant literature to incorporate into their clinical practice.
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AH 562. Evidence Based Practice in Athletic Training II (1)
Addresses fundamental concepts related to practice-based research including but not limited to the clinician-scientist model, researcher-clinician partnerships, common study designs and statistical approaches, implementation and dissemination of evidence, and practice-based research networks. Students will work with an advisor to develop the foundation of a point-of-care research question that they will conduct during the third and final section of this series of courses.
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AH 563. Evidence Based Practice in Athletic Training III (3)
Students will work with their selected research advisor to complete the practice-based research project originally developed in the second course of the Evidence Based Practice series. The selected faculty member will work with the student to plan, coordinate, conduct, and present their research topic.
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AH 581. Athletic Training Clinical I (1)
Designed to provide clinical experience and allow for evaluation of specific clinical proficiencies. Students will be exposed to a variety of health conditions encountered in athletic training practice through simulations and/or standardized patients. As part of the clinical hour requirement, students will complete a rotation with various collegiate athletic teams as well as one or more of the following rotations: high school, general medical physical therapy, industrial, and tactical. Students will also be exposed to a variety of patient populations through an open clinic concept, physician's clinic, and adolescent patients during required secondary school athletic event attendance. One hundred hours clinical experience.
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AH 582. Athletic Training Clinical II (1)
Designed to provide clinical experience and allow for evaluation of specific clinical proficiencies. Students will be exposed to a variety of health conditions encountered in athletic training practice through simulations and/or standardized patients. As part of the clinical hour requirement, students will complete a rotation with various collegiate athletic teams as well as one or more of the following rotations: high school, general medical physical therapy, industrial, and tactical. Students will also be exposed to a variety of patient populations through an open clinic concept, physician's clinic, and adolescent patients during required secondary school athletic event attendance. Two hundred fifty hours clinical experience.
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AH 583. Athletic Training Clinical III (1)
Designed to provide clinical experience and allow for evaluation of specific clinical proficiencies. Students will be exposed to a variety of health conditions encountered in athletic training practice through simulations and/or standardized patients. As part of the clinical hour requirement, students will complete a rotation with various collegiate athletic teams as well as one or more of the following rotations: high school, general medical physical therapy, industrial, and tactical. Students will also be exposed to a variety of patient populations through an open clinic concept, physician's clinic, and adolescent patients during required secondary school athletic event attendance. Two hundred fifty hours clinical experience.
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AH 584. Athletic Training Clinical IV (1)
Designed to provide clinical experience and allow for evaluation of specific clinical proficiencies. Students will be exposed to a variety of health conditions encountered in athletic training practice through simulations and/or standardized patients. As part of the clinical hour requirement, students will complete a rotation with various collegiate athletic teams as well as one or more of the following rotations: high school, general medical physical therapy, industrial, and tactical. Students will also be exposed to a variety of patient populations through an open clinic concept, physician's clinic, and adolescent patients during required secondary school athletic event attendance. Two hundred fifty hours clinical experience.
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AH 591. Athletic Training Clinical Immersion I (2)
Students have the opportunity to gain experience in a specific area of interest in clinical practice. This course is designed to facilitate synthesis and the integration of knowledge, skills, and clinical decision making into actual patient care. One hundred sixty hours clinical experience.
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AH 592. Athletic Training Clinical Immersion II (3)
Students have the opportunity to gain experience in a specific area of interest in clinical practice. This course is designed to facilitate synthesis and the integration of knowledge, skills, and clinical decision making into actual patient care. Five hundred hours clinical experience.
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BIOLOGY (BY) |
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BY 500. Graduate Seminar (1)
Students attend and participate in a one-hour weekly seminar and present a 45-minute seminar during the semester. Must be taken a minimum of three times.
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BY 502. The Biological Sciences for the Elementary Teacher (3)
Methods in biological instruction and biological concepts including development of life, diversity of organisms, cell structure and physiology, reproduction, genetics, energy exchange, coordination and control, transportation of materials, and ecology. Research paper is required. Prerequisites: Twenty semester hours of biology. Course fee: $55.00.
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BY 503. The Biological Sciences for the Secondary Teacher (3)
The nature of science and scientific research, materials and methods of instruction, recent trends in biological research and instruction, molecular biology and biochemistry, cellular physiology, genetics, reproduction and embryology, ecology, and bioethics. Research project is required. Prerequisites: Twenty semester hours of biology.
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BY 504. Research Design and Data Analysis (3)
A study of the planning, organizing, and implementing of scientific research experiments. Computer based data treatment, graphing, and analysis methods are covered in detail. Prerequisites: Graduate standing. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is critical.
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BY 505. History of Biology (3)
A study of the origin and development of scientific thought pertaining to the field of biology. The work of key contributors will be examined with emphasis on social and political context. Online Only.
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BY 508. Teaching College Biology (3)
The role of biology in the curriculum, types and levels of courses, and techniques of teaching. Development of teaching materials and teaching observation required.
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BY 510. Field Botany (4)
Methods for the collection and identification of vascular plants in natural environments, including plant identification, taxonomy, systematics, collection, preservation, and ecological interactions. Includes one weekend field trip. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Graduate student and permission of instructor and Dean. Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 513. Advanced Plant Biology (4)
Evolution, morphology, anatomy, reproduction, and classification of land plants (bryophytes, ferns, fern allies, gymnosperms, flowering plants and fossil lineages). Prerequisites: Graduate standing and permission of instruction and Dean. Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 514. Marine Botany (4)
Structure, reproduction, identification, distribution, and ecology of marine and estuarine algae, vascular, and nonvascular plants. Twenty-four hours of lecture/field work/laboratory for five weeks. Research project required. Prerequisites: BY 212 General Botany (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu). (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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BY 515. Economic Botany (3)
The economic uses of plants from around the world with emphasis placed on particular plant species that are utilized for fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, beverages, oils, fibers, wood, resins, etc. Also included is plant domestication, centers of origin, cultivation, harvest practices, parts used, and preparation. Online only.
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BY 516. Endangered Species of Alabama (3)
A survey of the federally listed plant and animal species that occur in Alabama with emphasis on biology, habitat, distribution, pertinent environmental factors, and conservation efforts for each species. The legal process of how a species becomes federally listed is also considered.
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BY 517. Invasive Species of Alabama (3)
A survey of invasive plant and animal species that occur in Alabama with emphasis on biology, habitat, pertinent environmental factors, biological strategies and control efforts for each species. The overarching impact to the natural landscape and how they impact humans is also considered.
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BY 518. The Tombigbee River (4)
A two-week ecological field study of the Tombigbee River basin. Participants travel the basin by land and water while camping. Topics covered will include the relevant geology, hydrology, ecology, economics, water quality, and history of the Tombigbee River basin.
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BY 520. Field Zoology (4)
A detailed study of the fauna of western Alabama, including collection, identification, taxonomy, systematics, preservation, and ecological interactions. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and permission of instructor and Dean. Undergraduate course in general zoology highly recommended. Course fee: $155.00.
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BY 522. Vertebrate Animals (3)
A non-lab survey of the vertebrate classes for the online student. Discusses the evolution, systematics, anatomy, physiology, and ecology of the vertebrate animals. Includes a treatment of common vertebrates in the Southeastern states. Online Only.
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BY 524. Marine Invertebrate Zoology (4)
Systematics, ecology, physiology, and phylogenetic relationship of locally occurring marine invertebrate taxa. Twenty-four hours of lecture/field work/laboratory for five weeks. Research project required. Prerequisites: BY 222 General Zoology (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu). (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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BY 525. Marine Vertebrate Zoology (4)
Systematics, behavior, physiology, and ecology of marine vertebrates with emphasis on species of the Northern Gulf of Mexico. Twenty-four hours of lecture/field work/laboratory for five weeks. Research project required. Prerequisites: BY 222 General Zoology (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu). (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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BY 526. Coastal Ornithology (4)
Distribution, population dynamics, food habits, habitat analysis, and field identification of coastal and pelagic birds in Alabama. Twenty-four hours of lecture/field work/laboratory for five weeks. Research project required. Prerequisites: BY 222 General Zoology (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu). (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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BY 527. Biology of Fishes (4)
Survey of the fishes emphasizing their evolution, systematics, anatomy, physiology, and ecology.
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BY 528. Vertebrate Zoology (4)
Survey of vertebrate classes emphasizing their evolution, systematics, anatomy, physiology, and ecology. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and permission of instructor and Dean. Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 529. Entomology (4)
Survey of the insects, emphasizing their evolution, systematics, anatomy, physiology, and ecology. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and permission of instructor and Dean. Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 531. Histology (4)
A study of the microscopic anatomy of tissues of vertebrates, particularly mammals. Three lecture and laboratory hours per week. A research project is required. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and one undergraduate course in Anatomy and Physiology. Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 540. Advanced Microbiology (3)
Concepts and techniques relating to the morphology, taxonomy, physiology, and culture methods of microorganisms, with emphasis on those of special importance to humans. Online Only.
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BY 541. Environmental Toxicology (4)
Overview of concepts and terminology combining several diverse disciplines to investigate how society creates, regulates, and perceives the effects of toxic substances in the environment. Health issues and approaches to control the major environmental health problems associated with various occupations in industrialized and developing countries will also be examined. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: Sixteen hours in biology or environmental science or permission of the Dean. Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 542. Watershed Management (3)
This course provides a basic and broad introduction to the watershed management field and offers an interdisciplinary approach to environmental imperatives currently facing our watersheds. Online Only.
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BY 550. Ecology (4)
Relationship between individual organisms and their environment; the structure and function of populations, communities, and ecosystems; and computer usage in data analysis and report writing. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Research project required. Prerequisites: Twelve semester hours of biology and MH 246 Introduction to Biostatistics (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu). Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 551. Marine Ecology (4)
Bioenergetics, community structure, population dynamics, predation, competition, and speciation in marine ecosystems. Twenty-four hours of lecture/field work/laboratory for five weeks. Research project required. Prerequisites: BY 212 General Botany, BY 222 General Zoology, CH 112 General Chemistry II, and PH 201 College Physics I (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu). (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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BY 553. Appalachian Ecology (4)
A study of the biodiversity and geology of the Appalachian Mountains with particular focus on unique biological communities and the impact of natural and anthropogenic events on the landscape and ecology. Course fee: $450.00.
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BY 554. Conservation Biology (3)
This course provides an introduction to the field of conservation biology and examines the relationships between human populations and biodiversity. Graduate project required. Three lecture hours per week.
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BY 555. Ecological Management (3)
Management methods and factors affecting successful management of natural resources, with a look at several specific habitat types. Online only.
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BY 556. Ecological Restoration (4)
Exploration of basic principles of ecological restoration including physical, chemical, and biological manipulations required for restoration success. Additionally, this course will provide a detailed examination of practical aspects of restoration in selected ecosystems. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week.
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BY 557. Natural History of the Black Belt (4)
The Black Belt of Alabama and Mississippi is a unique and culturally significant region characterized by its geography, soils, prairies, and people. Experts in different fields survey the geography, history, archaeology, geologic history, paleontology, hydrology, biology, ecology, economics, and future of grassland, forest, aquatic, and urban environments of the Black Belt region. Three lecture hours per week and three Saturday field trips.
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BY 558. Subtropical Ecology (4)
This course will provide an introduction to habitats and ecosystems of subtropical Florida. Students will gain insight into the natural and cultural history of some of the most unique and diverse habitats in North America. The course will include weekly meetings to discuss subtropical habitats, followed by a field trip. Upon return, students will develop a research paper and a presentation on a topic related to these habitats. A graduate research project is also required. Course fee: $450.00.
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BY 559. Wetlands Ecology (3)
Focus on near shore wetland areas and emphasize biogeochemical processes, productivity, biodiversity and ecosystem function, as well as address the issues that threaten and protect these valuable and complex resources. Online only. Prerequisites: BY 212 or BY 222.
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BY 560. Marine Science for Teachers (4)
Materials and methods of instruction on marine topics. Survey of marine plants and animals, the communities they form, and physical and chemical factors which affect them. Various types of sampling, preservation, culturing, and identification procedures will be covered.
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BY 561. Aquatic Biology (4)
Limnological principles, field techniques, and qualitative and quantitative study of aquatic ecosystems, especially freshwater systems in West Central Alabama. Research project and paper are required. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 562. Oceanography (4)
General introduction to the ocean with emphasis on geological, chemical, and physical processes and how they relate to biological systems. Twenty-four hours of lecture/field work/laboratory for five weeks. Research project required. Prerequisites: BY 212 General Botany, BY 222 General Zoology, CH 112 General Chemistry II, and PH 201 College Physics I (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu).
(Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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BY 563. Marine Technical Methods (2)
The hardware of marine science, sampling procedures, processing, station location, and field maintenance operation. Ten hours of lecture/field work/laboratory per week for five weeks. Prerequisites: BY 212 General Botany and BY 222 General Zoology (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu).
(Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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BY 564. Coastal Wetlands Ecology (4)
Wetlands provide critical habitat for many aquatic and semi-aquatic species, improve water quality, and protect shorelines from floodwaters. This course focuses on coastal wetlands and emphasize biogeochemical processes, biodiversity and ecosystem function, as well as address the issues that threaten and protect these valuable resources. Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island
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BY 565. Ecology of the Florida Everglades (2)
This two-week course examines the natural history and ecology of one of the world's rarest and most endangered wilderness areas, the Greater Everglades Ecosystem. Lectures and discussions during the first week are followed by eight days of field exploration within the Everglades and associated systems in southern Florida. Special fees apply. Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island
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BY 566. Alabama Natural Communities (4)
This course provides an introduction to natural areas and biological communities of Alabama. Students will study and travel to many of Alabama's diverse natural systems and examine the factors leading to the tremendous biodiversity of the state.
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BY 567. Directed Studies in Marine Biology (1-8)
Independent research in marine biology. Content and nature of the courses is determined by the individual needs and interests of the student. One or more research projects and papers are required. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and the Dean. One to four semester hours per semester, may be repeated for a maximum of eight semester hours credit. (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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BY 568. Selected Topics in Marine Biology (1-4)
Requirements and interests of students determine the topics offered, such as marine fisheries science, or others. Research project required. Prerequisites: Twelve semester hours of biology and permission of the instructor and the Dean. (Offered only at the Marine Laboratory, Dauphin Island.)
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BY 571. Biochemistry I (3)
A detailed study of the macromolecules in organisms and the cellular events in which they are involved. Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 572. Cell Biology (4)
Cells and subcellular structures and such cellular processes as energy transformation, transport of materials, and growth. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Research project required. Prerequisites: BY 212 General Botany, BY 222 General Zoology, and CH 241 Organic Chemistry I (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu). Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 573. Advanced Human Anatomy (3)
This course involves the study of the major anatomical components of the human body. Other topics include pathology, embryology, and treatment of selected conditions. Online Only.
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BY 574. Human Physiology (4)
This course is an in depth study of human medical physiology. Lab work will examine the underlying chemistry, physics, and biochemistry principles of body function. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and undergraduate coursework in Anatomy and Physiology. Course fee: $75.00.
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BY 575. Advanced Biological Chemistry (3)
A detailed study of the macromolecules in organisms and the cellular events in which they are involved. Online Only.
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BY 576. Advanced Cell Biology (3)
Cell Biology research uses living organisms to understand biological processes that can lead to the development of useful agricultural products, medicine and gene therapy. The impact and applications of Cell Biology on our society in medicine and agriculture industry is limitless. This course will introduce students to different concepts and methods used to study Cell Biology. Online Only.
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BY 580. Advanced Genetics (3)
Genetics is the study of the mechanisms of inheritance and gene function. There are different disciplines of Genetics. This course will provide a comprehensive coverage of advanced molecular genetics. Online Only.
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BY 581. Principles of Biotechnology (3)
Biotechnology research is one of the most significant and exciting scientific disciplines of the 21st century. Biotechnology research develops useful agricultural products, medicine and gene therapy. There are several products in the market manufactured by biotechnology methods or genetic engineering approaches. This course will introduce students to different concepts and methods used to develop products using biotechnology. Online Only.
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BY 582. Molecular Biology (4)
Molecular Biology is the study of the functioning of genes at the molecular level, from DNA through RNA and proteins. Molecular Biology arose from the traditions of biochemistry, microbiology and genetics. Molecular biology research contributed to the deciphering of the complete human genome and many other organisms, which have many benefits to humans. Online Only.
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BY 590. Evolution (4)
Advanced study of the modern synthesis of the theory of evolution by natural selection and Mendelian genetics. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: BY 212 General Botany and BY 222 General Zoology (see Undergraduate Catalog at catalog.uwa.edu).
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BY 591. Biogeography (3)
Distribution patterns of organisms and the historical and ecological factors contributing to those patterns. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and permission of instructor and Dean. Course in Ecology highly recommended.
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BY 592. Methods in Conservation Biology (3)
Introduction to the current techniques used in the study of biological systems. Lecture, laboratory, and demonstrations.
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BY 593. Critical Issues in Conservation Biology (3)
Introduction, discussion and exploration of the current challenges facing the field of conservation biology.
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BY 597. Directed Studies in Biology (1-8)
Content and nature of the courses is determined by the individual needs and interests of the student. A research project is required. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and the Dean. One to four semester hours per semester, may be repeated for a maximum of eight semester hours credit.
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BY 598. Selected Topics in Biology (1-4)
Requirements and interests of students determine the topics offered, such as biological illustrations, helminthology, histology, protozoology, or others. Prerequisites: Twelve semester hours of biology and permission of the instructor and the Dean.
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BY 599. Thesis in the Biological Sciences (1-3)
A thesis evidencing research capacity, independent thought and the ability to interpret materials is required of students pursuing the thesis option. Normally students enroll in this course continuously from the inception of their thesis project until the final document is approved by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. A maximum of six semester hours in this course will be counted toward the Master’s degree. Prerequisites: Permission of Dean of the College.
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BA) |
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BA 500. Business Seminar (1)
This course examines contemporary issues in business administration. The professional seminar supplements the core and elective courses in the area of business administration by focusing on issues of current and special interest. Course may be repeated for credit if content differs. Participation requirements may include the authoring and presenting of a research paper at regional or national conferences in conjunction with faculty. Graduate students may apply a maximum of 3 credit hours of these seminars as electives to meet the credit-hour requirements for graduation. Course fee: $55.00.
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