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ASTR 453W - Reasrch and Special Topics 3 credits
Studies a topic of special interest to the student under individual supervision by a faculty member. May be repeated once for credit.
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BLE 201 - Introduction to Bilingual Education for Para Educators 2
This course is an overview of the stages of language acquisition, Washington State English Language Proficiency Standards, and basic instructional methods and strategies for working with culturally and linguistically diverse students in a variety of classroom contexts. This course is designed for students who plan to work as para-educators and/or pursue a career in teaching.
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BLE 307 - Language Acquisition 3 credits
This course is an exploration of current approaches, processes, and materials used to promote first and second language acquisition. Introduction of interrelationship of psychological, social, cultural, and educational factors influencing learning and language fluency. Discuss interdisciplinary perspectives of second-language acquisition and their application to classroom practices. Particular emphasis on generative models of syntax: analysis of important syntactics structures of English, exploration of acquisition and internalization of those structures in first- and second-language learners through field observations of L1 and L2 English language learners, and hands-on experience of teaching methods (such as sentence combining) and assessment based on those conclusions.
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BLE 310 - Language Acquisition in Early Childhood 3 credits
Exploration of current approaches, processes, and materials used to promote first and second language acquisition. Introduction of the interrelationship of psychological, social, cultural, and educational factors influencing learning and language fluency. Discusses interdisciplinary perspectives of second language acquisition and their application to classroom practice. Particular emphasis on generative models of syntax: analysis of important syntactic structures of English, exploration of the acquisition and internalization of those structures in first and second language learners though field observations of L1 and L2 English language learners, and hands-on experiences of teaching methods (such as sentence combining), and assessment based on those conclusions. Prerequisite(s): ECS 308/309; ENG 330; or permission of chair.
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BLE 311 - Structure of Language 2
This course provides a general introduction to linguistics as it relates to teaching and learning. Topics include the fundamental properties that all languages share, and how languages differ with respect to structure (sound system, word formation, and syntax), expression of meaning, acquisition, variation and dialect differences, and change.
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BLE 405 - Foreign Language Proficiency 0 credits
This course is a requisite for all bilingual concentration and/or endorsement candidates as a measure of foreign language proficiency level. All candidates must complete the ACTFL writing proficiency test and the ACTFL oral proficiency interview in the approved target language area and receive a minimum rating of “Advanced Mid” for speaking and “Advanced Mid” for writing as the passing level. The oral proficiency interview is an integrative test that addresses a number of abilities simultaneously and looks at them from a global perspective rather than from the point of view of the presence or absence of any given linguistic feature. The ACTFL writing proficiency test is a standardized procedure for the global assessment of functional writing ability. The candidate will read prompts in English and compose written responses in the target language, without the aid of dictionaries or grammar references.
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BLE 406W - Reading and Language Arts in Bilingual Education/ESL 3 credits
Introductory course in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the first and second language. Explores current language arts programs for bilingual/ESL students. Offered Spring semesters.
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BLE 409 - English Language Learner in the Content Areas 3 credits
Introductory course in delivering a quality program in content areas of instruction to second language learners. Emphasizes rationale for adapting materials, designing a learning environment, including literature and materials from diverse cultures, and providing ESL strategies for various proficiency levels. Offered Fall and Summer semesters.
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BLE 411 - History and Theory of Bilingual/ESL 3 credits
Investigation of the historical, philosophical, and theoretical background of bilingual/ESL practices in the United States. This course focuses on state and federal legislation and key terminology. Offered Fall semesters.
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BLE 413AW - ELL Methodology and Assessment 3
This course addresses various instructional methods, strategies and testing of students in the process of learning the English language. Students will examine instructional methods and assessment procedures as well as ethical standards and practices used in the teaching and learning of culturally and linguistically diverse students. Equity and legal issues related to assessment practices will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on existing biases in assessment and non-discriminatory assessment practices and policies. Students will examine national, state, and local policies. Offered Fall semester.
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BLE 415 - Equitable Assessment of English Language Learners 2 credits
This course addresses testing of students in the process of learning the English language. Students will examine assessment procedures as well as ethical standards and practices used in the assessment of culturally and linguistically diverse students. Equity and legal issues related to assessment practices will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on existing biases in assessment and non-discriminatory assessment practices and policies. Students will examine national, state, and local assessment policies. Offered Fall semester.
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BLE 435W - Language, Culture, and Society 3 credits
Study of sociolinguistic interrelationships among language, culture, and socio-economic-political factors in societies; social processes of language change; semantics and worldview; sociolinguist issues in modern society. Offered spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENG 330 .
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BLE 505 - Foreign Language Proficiency 0 credits
This course is a requisite for all bilingual concentration and/or endorsement candidtates as a measure of the foreign language proficiency level. All candidates must complete the ACTFL writing proficiency test and the ACTFL oral proficiency interview in the approved target language area and recieve a minimum rating of “Advanced Mid” for speaking and “Advanced Mid’ for writing as the passing proficiency level. The oral proficiency interview is an integrating test that addresses a number of abilities simultaneously and looks at them from a global perspective rather than from the point of view of the presence or absence of any given linguistic feature. The ACTFL writing proficiency test is a standardized procedure for the global assessment of functional writing ability. The candidate will read prompts in English and compose written responses in the traget language without the aid of dictionaries or grammer references.
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BLE 510 - Transforming Classroom Education for English Language Learners 2
Using Collier and Thomas’s Prism Model as a theoretical lens, this course will focus on the design, implementation, and evaluation of effective program models for closing the opportunity gap for English Language Learners. Activities include an in-depth review of second language acquisition program models with a priority focus on sheltered and Dual Language instruction. Topics will include classroom instructional design in multilingual settings, instruction for biliteracy, student assessment, effective development of dual language and sheltered instruction, and other issues relevant to positively impact academin instruction of ELLs. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership with Specialization in Bilingual or ESL
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BLE 520 - History/Theory Bil Ed 2 credits
This course is a study of the history, theory, and issues in bilingual education. Emphasis is on key court decisions, federal/state legislation and the impact upon bilingual/ESL education. Explores the design and implementation of programs and explores the interrelationship of language and culture and the impact upon learning.
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BLE 522 - ESL in the Content Area 2 credits
The rationale, theories, goals, and practical applications of a comprehensive learner-centered ESL curriculum, will be studied, focusing on integrating the Washington EALRs, GLEs, and the ELDs. Various teaching and scaffolding strategies, as well as an overview of applicable assessment strategies are introduced.
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BLE 523A - Applied Linguistics 2 credits
Review of historical trends in applied linguistics and their impact on elementary and secondary education. Strategies and techniques are reviewed and adapted for application with diverse populations in a multicultural setting.
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BLE 523B - Applied Linguistics II 2 credits
An advanced survey of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics as well as their application to teaching ESL and composition. This class includes further linguistic field research based on study of electronic and printed professional journals. Prerequisite: undergraduate Introduction to Linguistics course or BLE/ENG 523. Cross-listed as ENG 523B .
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BLE 526 - Lit & Bil/ESL Student 3 credits
Advanced study of teaching listening, speaking, reading and writing in the first and second language. Addresses the impact of culture in language acquisition. Emphasis on language acquisition and developing communication competence of English language learners. Reviews aspects of language learning including phonology, morphology and syntax. Addresses the analysis of language production as it applies in the classroom. Reviews formal and informal assessment procedures, instruments, and interpretation of assessment results. Explores research-based strategies.
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BLE 527 - Inst Mthds Teach Bil/ESL 3 credits
This course emphasizes the development of teacher competency related to the teaching of English as a second language. Examines specific instructional strategies reflecting research and best practices. Emphasizes the development and implementation of effective instructional practices. Examines theories, procedures, and instruments used for testing English language skills for proficiency, placement, and identification of special needs. Includes informal assessment strategies.
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BLE 530 - Educational Linguistics 2
This course provides a foundation in linguistics as it relates to educational theory and practice. More specifically, the course addresses the application of linguistics to the teaching and learning of K-12 English language learners. Topics include English structures and analysis, as well as pedagogical strategies to promote language acquisition.
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BLE 532 - Culturally Responsive Practice 2
This course is designed to prepare educators to work in culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Topics include identity, power, and privilege, as well as strategies for creating a culturally responsive, inclusive learning environment in the K-12 setting.
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BLE 535 - Sociolinguistics 2 credits
An advanced study of sociolinguistics phenomena, including linguistic change, language preservation, bilingualism, and socio-political issues involving language, emphasizing their application to teaching ESL and composition. Includes further linguistic field research based on study of electronic and printed professional journals. Same as ENG 535.
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BLE 540 - Historical and Legal Foundations of ESL/Bilingual Education 2
This course explores the history of ESL/Bilingual education in the United States and how it impacts and influences current practice. Discussion will include key court decisions, federal/state legislation and how each influences Bilingual/ESL Education, local policy, and professional leadership practice
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BLE 542 - Second Language Acquisition 2
This course will provide an overview of language learning processes and theories related to second language acquisition. The Washington English Language Proficiency Standards will be used to evaluate students’ levels of language proficiency within the respective language domains. The use of standards and proficiency levels in the design of differentiated instruction for English language learners will be discussed.
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BLE 544 - ESL/Bilingual Program Design 2
This course will introduce the theoretical foundations that support the potential effectiveness of the various ESL/Bilingual program models, including the prism model, BICS & CALP, primary language and literacy development. The specific design, implementation and academic effectiveness of various ESL/Bilingual program models will be explored, and topics will include the acquisition and allocation of resources needed to support the various models.
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BLE 546 - Understanding and Using Assessments for ELLs 2
This course will present theories, procedures, and instruments used at the state and local level for assessment and placement of ELLs, aligned with students levels of language proficiency within the respective language domains. Activities will include analysis of teaching and learning needs using disaggregated student achievement data. Various types of bias in assessment instruments will be discussed.
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BLE 548 - ELLs in the Classroom 2
This course will engage leaders with research-based strategies to support a student centered, language rich learning environment and enhance the academic achievement of English language learners. Emphasis is on methods for integrating the Washington English Language Proficiency Standards and College and Career Ready Standards in instructional design, to include appropriate language targets, rigorous content targets, scaffold vocabulary instruction, and higher order thinking skills across the curriculum.
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BLE 550 - Leadership Practicum 2
This course is a practical application of the principles of learning and leadership techniques in the ESL/bilingual context. Emphasis is on demonstrating mastery of core competencies specific to the ELL/Bilingual Education endorsement. Seminar sessions and capstone projects including development of an action research plan will be required. Note: This is a required course for those who hold a teaching certificate and are adding an ELL or Bilingual Education endorsement.
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BLE 572 - Practicum 2 credits
Note: This is required for those who hold a teaching certificate and are adding an ESL Endorsement. A practical application, with supervision and support, of the principles of learning and instructional techniques in the ESL classroom. Emphasis is on core competencies specific to the ESL endorsement. Seminar sessions will be required.
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BLE 595 - Special Project 3 credits
A course designed to permit qualified students to pursue a researched-based approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member and to produce a specific outcome. Reference citations, tables and figures will follow the current American Psychological Association (APA) manual. Graded P/NP.
Students will be expected to meet defined standards to receive a pass (P) grade. Course is designed to be completed in one semester. However, an option for an In Progress (IP) grade is available for students who need more time to complete the special project. An IP grade must be approved by both instructor and academic advisor.
Students will only be allowed one extension past the original enrollment date to complete the requirements. After the one semester extension, students will be required to re-register for the course at the full tuition rate. Prerequisite(s): ED 584 and ED 553
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BIOL 101 - Biology from a Human Perspective 3 credits
An introduction to biology for non-science majors. The course introduces fundamental biological principle using the human body as a model. Topics include cell structure and function, cell division, genetics, and a survey of human major organ systems. Students will develop awareness of science and the scientific method by studying basic biological principles an their application to problems of human and society. It can be used as a preparation for science major’s General Biology series (BIOL 110-BIOL 111). Offered fall and spring semesters. Co-requisite(s): BIOL 101L
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BIOL 101L - Lab Biology from a Human Perspective 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 101 . Offered fall and spring semester Co-requisite(s): BIOL 101
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BIOL 110 - General Biology I 3 credits
Major ideas and processes of modern biological science at the molecular, cellular, organismal and community levels, and a study of the biological domains and kingdoms, including evolutionary relationships. Co-requisite(s): BIOL 110L .
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BIOL 110L - Lab General Biology I 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 110 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 110 .
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BIOL 111 - General Biology II 3 credits
A continuation of the major ideas and processes of modern biological science at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels, and a survey of the animal systems, using the human as the primary example. Offered in Fall and Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 or permission of the Program Chair.
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BIOL 111L - Lab General Biology II 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 111 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 111 .
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BIOL 214 - Botany 3 credits
The study of plants (the tracheophytes); their anatomy, morphology, physiology, ecology, reproduction and classification. The importance of plants in their roles and relationships in nature and to man. Offered alternate fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 214L .
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BIOL 220 - Principles of Microbiology 3 credits
Identification, classification, physiology, cell structure; techniques for cultivation and control of microorganisms, and the role of microorganisms in environment, disease and immunity. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 and CHEM 101 or BIOL 111 and CHEM 101 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 220L .
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BIOL 220L - Lab Principles Microbiology 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 220 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 220 .
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BIOL 235 - Zoology 3 credits
The study of animals from potozoa through chordata, their evolution, ecology Prerequisite: . Offered in alternate Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): Co-requisite(s): BIOL 235L .
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BIOL 240 - Human Anatomy 3 credits
Human Anatomy is the study of the structure of the human body and its parts-it is one of the basic essential sciences of medicine. The course begins with the basic unit of structure; the cell and then proceeds to macroscopic anatomy of organ systems including the following: skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, integumentary, endocrine, circulatory, digestive, and respiratory. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 and CHEM 101 Co-requisite(s): BIOL 240L
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BIOL 300 - Health Profession I 1 credit
This seminar series will acquaint students with a) health care careers, b) standardized admission exams and application services, c) secondary applications and interviews, and d) the first year of professional school. Mock interviews, applications, and admission exams will be completed as part of the series. Offered Fall semester.
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BIOL 301 - Health Professions II 1 credit
This seminar series will acquaint students with a) health care careers, b) standardized admissions exams and application services, c) secondary applications and interviews, and d) the first year of professional school. Mock interviews, applications, and admission exams will be completed as part of the series. Offer Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): or permission of Program Chair.
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BIOL 305 - General Ecology 3 credits
Principles and concepts of ecology as they relate to the individual organism, populations, communities, ecosystems; the role of humans in changing the environment. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 , or equivalent; Co-requisite(s): BIOL 305L .
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BIOL 305L - Lab General Ecology 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 305 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 305 .
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BIOL 309 - Seminar 1 credit
Students acquire a variety of skills in scientific communication, such as oral and poster presentations, slide design, speaker critiques, scientific writing literature searching, and synthesizing information from primary and secondary literature sources. Students will attend all science-based seminars in the department and give a public poster presentation on a research or literature topic. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or department chair permission.
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BIOL 310 - Advanced Nutrition 3 credits
This course will focus on the study of nutritional processes that underlie optimal functioning of the human body. Both normal and aberrant processes will be studied to obtain a grasp of the diseased state. Students will learn to recognize and describe the role of nutrition in the cause, prevention, and treatment of disease. The core portion of the course will stress the fundamentals of medical nutrition therapy and nutrition assessment of healthy and sick individuals. Emphasis will also be placed on the role of nutrition in preventing disease. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 211 , BIOL 212 , CHEM 310 and CHEM 311 .
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BIOL 317 - Plant Physiology 3 credits
Basic principles of the interactions between plants, atmosphere, soils, and water that regulate the growth processes. Mineral nutrition and soil chemistry as it relates to nutrient availability, and the signs and symptoms of mineral deficiencies will be discussed. The role of water, its uptake from the soil, and the importance of water as the solvent in regulating the biochemical processes that underlie plant metabolism will be included. Photochemical reactions such as photosynthesis, photorespiration, photoperiodism, and germination of certain light sensitive seeds are included. Offered alternate Fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 214 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 317L .
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BIOL 317L - Lab Plant Physiology 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 317 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 317 .
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BIOL 318W - Genetics 3 credits
Basic principles of modern and classical genetics, including transmission and population genetics, medical genetics, and cancer. Emphasis is given in genetic variation and its role in evolution; and in genetics as an experimental science. The molecular genetics and recombinant DNA technology component is covered as part of BIOL 330 Molecular and Cell Biology. Offered Fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 , CHEM 110 and MATH 221 .
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BIOL 320L - Medical Microbiology Lab 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 320W . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 320W .
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BIOL 320W - Medical Microbiology 3 credits
Emphasis in this course is placed on the identification, quantization, and regulation of both living, pathogens, and non-living, viruses, prions and infectious agents. The principles of immunology, epidemiology, food technology, bio-engineering, and techniques development also are discussed. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 220 .
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BIOL 322 - Microbiology 3
Identification, classification, physiology, cell structure; techniques for cultivation and control of microorganisms, and the role of microorganisms in environment, disease and immunity. Offered Fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 or BIOL 111 ; CHEM 101 Co-requisite(s): BIOL 322L
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BIOL 330W - Molecular and Cell Biology 3 credits
Metabolism, genetic control and energetics of cellular organisms and cells; organelle structure and function; membrane phenomena. Emphasis on quantitative as well as qualitative features of cell structure and function and upon the methods and instruments of the cell biologist. Offered Fall semester. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 , CHEM 111 and MATH 096 .
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BIOL 340 - Human Anatomy 3
Human Anatomy is the study of the structure of the human body and its parts-it is on of the basic essential sciences of medicine. The course begins with the basic unit of structure; the cell and then proceeds to macroscopic anatomy of organ systems including the following: skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, visual, endocrine, circulatory, digestive, and respiratory. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 or BIOL 111 ; CHEM 101 Co-requisite(s): BIOL 340L
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BIOL 340L - Human Anatomy Lab 1
This course starts off with the skeletal system covering identification of all the major bones of the axial and appendicular skeleton including parts of these bones and foramina (openings)on these bones. The next section will cover the muscular system where students will skin a cat in pairs and dissect the muscular system to identify back and shoulder, pectoral and abdominal, and gluteal and leg muscles. Students are required to name the human equivalent of each cat muscle and to demonstrate their dissection skills. Working individually, students will dissect sheep brain, eye and heart for identification of brain nuclei, ventricles, and cranial nerves and majors parts and muscles of the eye and heart. Continuing dissection of the cat, students will identify the major blood vessels of the circulatory system and round off the lab by dissecting the digestive and respiratory systems. Dissection skills are evaluated throughout the lab course except during the skeletal system section. Lab for BIOL 340. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110L or BIOL 111L ; CHEM 101L Co-requisite(s): BIOL 340
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BIOL 341 - Human Physiology 3
Human physiology is the study of functions of the human body and it illustrates how organisms perform their vital functions in order to survive and maintain homeostasis- a stable internal environment. The course begins with cellular functions then proceeds to system functions including nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular & circulatory, muscular, immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and reproductive systems. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 or BIOL 111 ; CHEM 101 Co-requisite(s): BIOL 341L
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BIOL 341L - Human Physiology Lab 1
This Lab course will cover classic experiments on a variety of topics including muscle, nerve, and cardiac physiology and human ventilation physiology. Students will examine muscle physiology focusing on the action potential and electrophysiology of antagonistic muscles. In nerve physiology studies, students will assess auditory and visual reflexes. Cardiac physiology experiments will examine the mechanical events in the heart and relate them to the electrophysiological events of the human electrocardiogram (ECG) where they will be required to trace and identify the P wave, the QRS complex, and the T wave. Students will also analyze human blood smear slides to identify all the cells involved in the physiological functions of blood. Finally this lab course will conclude with human spirometry experiments where students will calculate lung volumes and breathing rates. Students will also investigate how the respiratory system functions in unison with the cardiovascular system. Lab for BIOL 341. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110L or BIOL 111L ; CHEM 101L Co-requisite(s): BIOL 341
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BIOL 390 - Advanced Topic 1-4 credits
Independent study of specialized subject matter in biology. Topics vary, depending upon current interests and needs. May be repeated for credit with a new topic. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair.
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BIOL 400 - Health Professions III 1
This seminar series will acquaint students with 1) health care careers, 2) standarized admissions exams and application services, 3) secondary applications and interviews, and 4) the first year of professional school. Mock intereviews, applications, and admission exam will be completed as part of the series. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair.
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BIOL 401 - Health Professions IV 1
This seminar series will acquaint students with 1) health care careers, 2) standarized admissions exams and applications services,3) secondary applications and interviews, and 4) the first year of professional school. Mock interviews, applications, and admissions exams will be completed as part of the series. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair.
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BIOL 409 - Seminar II 1 Credit
Students will give an oral scientific presentation to the department based on an approved literature or research topic. Students will attend all sciences-based seminars in the department. Prerequisite(s):
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BIOL 410A - Entomology 3 credits
Arthropods of the local area; with emphasis on the life histories, morphology, anatomys, behavior, ecology, collection, presentation and identification of insects. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 410AL .
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BIOL 410D - Vertebrate Zoology 3 credits
Survey of the major vertebrates with emphasis on morphology, phylogeny, systematics, morphonlogy, life history and ecology. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 410DL .
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BIOL 410DL - Lab Vertebrate Zoology 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 410D . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 410D .
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BIOL 410E - Limnology 3 credits
A general study of biological, physical and chemical features of lakes and streams. Prerequisite(s): , or equivalent. Co-requisite(s):
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BIOL 410EL - Lab Limnology 1 credit
Lab for Co-requisite(s):
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BIOL 410F - Invertebrate Zoology 3 credits
Survey of invertebrate groups with emphasis on phylogeny, systematics, morphology, life history and ecology. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 410FL .
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BIOL 410FL - Lab Invertebrate Zoology 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 410F . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 410F .
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BIOL 410H - Plant Taxonomy 3 credits
Major classification systems, emphasis on the flowering plants, their relationships, evolutionary trends, and morphological specializations with emphasis on the local flora. Offered alternate Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 410HL .
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BIOL 410HL - Lab Plant Taxonomy 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 410H .
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BIOL 413 - Immunology/Serology 2 credits
Basic principles taught in college immunology are reviewed and their clinical application stressed. This course discusses the principles of test methods such as agglutination. IFA, EIA, etc., as they apply to serological diagnosis. Infectious disease serology, allergy testing, and autoimmune disorders are stressed. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program.
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BIOL 414 - Phlebotomy/MLS Orientation 2 credits
The orientation to Medical Lab Science and the MLS program includes professionalism, ethics, infection control, clinical lab and patient safety, probation/dismissal policies, the appeals process, expectations for interns, applicable federal laws governing clinical practicum in addition to lectures and group work regarding cultural competency and other concepts pertinent to technologist leader in today’s clinical lab. an Intern Handbook is given to all students. Phlebotomy includes lectures and demonstrations of proper venipuncture techniques. Practical experience is acquired under direct supervision during fall term. A comprehensive exam will be given at the end of the first semester. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program.
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BIOL 416 - Mycology/Parasitology 2 credits
In this class students study the medically important fungi. Culture and identification methods are covered in the student laboratory. Extensive use of reserved slides as well as digital images allow for observation of unusual fungi. All medically important protozoans and helminths are discussed. Laboratory procedures include concentration methods and staining techniques. Observation of parasites is facilitated via use of preserved fecal specimens and slides. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program.
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BIOL 417A - Hematology/Hemostasis 3 credits
This course consists of the study of the formed elements of the blood as seen normally and in the disease states. This rotation includes manual techniques and automated methods. Included in the course is the study of anemia and Red Blood Cell disorders, leukemia and other White Blood Cell disorders and bone marrow interpretations. Hemostasis, clinical bleeding and clotting problems, consists of routine procedures as well as special procedures such as platelet aggregation and factor analysis. Problem solving is emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program.
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BIOL 418A - Urinalysis/Body Fluids 3 credits
This course includes macroscopic and biochemical analysis, microscopic analysis and special procedures of urinalysis and other body fluids. Correlation of laboratory results to clinical conditions is stressed. Digital images are utilized for clarification and unusual microscopic findings. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program.
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BIOL 420 - Immunohematology 3 credits
Practicum includes manual and automated immunohematology principles and procedures in the hospital blood bank laboratories. Students receive individual instruction and hands-on experience, in typing, antibody detection and identification to include cross matching. Emphasis is placed on case studies and problem solving. Students tour the donor centers observing donor blood collection and component preparation and reference lab testing. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program.
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BIOL 421 - Preclinical Rotation Course 4 credits
This intensive course is required for entry into the hospital lab practicum rotations. Lectures on test theory, with a focus on the implication of anatomical and physiological conditions, will be followed by demonstrations and practice of specialized techniques used in the clinical setting. The course includes two weeks of chemistry, two weeks of hematology, two weeks of immunohematology and two weeks of microbiology. Practice in clinical laboratory techniques will include review of serum, plasma and whole blood preparation and testing and the enumeration and identification of blood cells and microorganisms. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program. Co-requisite(s): BIOL 421L .
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BIOL 421L - Preclinical Lab 2 credits
Lab for BIOL 421 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 421 .
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BIOL 423 - Clinical Microbiology 3 credits
A study of microorganisms, both normal flora and pathogens, is undertaken. The practicum includes staining techniques, media used for isolation of aerobic and anaerobic organisms, means of identification of normal flora and medically important organisms, as well as susceptibility testing of pathogens. Also included in this course is the study of advanced organisms including mycobacterium, rickettsia, chlamydia, mycoplasma, spirochetes, and virology. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program.
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BIOL 425 - Pathophysiology 3 credits
This course will focus on the connection between altered or abnormal physiology and the pathological basis of disease. Human disease, mechanisms of causation and symptoms as well as treatment will be emphasized. The effects of aging and gender differences will be included where possible. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 211 , BIOL 212 , BIOL 318W , BIOL 330W , CHEM 310 and CHEM 311 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 425L .
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BIOL 425L - Lab Pathophysiology 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 425 . Co-requisite(s): BIOL 425 .
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BIOL 430 - Developmental Biology 3 credits
This course will focus on animal growth, differentiation, and development, with an emphasis on humans and the molecular mechanism underlying morphogenetic processes and diseases. Offered Spring semester. Prerequisite(s): and
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BIOL 430L - Lab Developmental Biology 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 430 .
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BIOL 435 - Pharmacology 3 credits
This course will focus on medically useful pharmaceutical agents or drugs, human disease treatment, mechanism of action, source/manufacture process, and pathological side effects will be emphasized. Offered Spring semesters. Prerequisite(s): , , and . Co-requisite(s):
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BIOL 435L - Lab Pharmacology 1 credit
Lab for BIOL 435 .
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BIOL 440 - Clinical Lab Leadership I 3 credits
Basic management, education and leadership concepts applicable to all areas of the clinical lab setting to include lab safety, organizational principles, financial management of resources, decision-making and human resource management. Also included are laboratory information systems, professionalism, ethics and critical thinking. Group work, projects and case studies are tools used to engage students and facilitate their learning. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS Program.
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BIOL 445 - Clinical Lab Leadership II 3 credits
A continuation of basic management, education and leadership concepts applicable to all areas of the clinical lab includes laboratory standards, regulatory agencies and requirements, principles of lab research, quality assurance standards and applications and continuous improvement. Service learning projects and case studies are used for developing skills such as teaching, team building, coaching and effective communication. Projects begun during the first term are concluded. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS Program and
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BIOL 482 - Applied Bioinformatics 3
This course explores how scientists apply state-of-the-art bioinformatics methods to address outstanding research questions in the sciences. Students will analyze and evaluate primary research articles in applied bioinformatics, create an original research proposal, and apply bioinformatics tools to their chosen project. Course prerequisites: BIOL 110 or 111, CHEM 110, and MATH 221
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BIOL 482L - Lab Applied Bioinformatics 1
Lab Applied Bioinformatics
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BIOL 490 - Internship 1-6 credits
Through individually appropriate field experiences, students are given opportunities to apply knowledge gained from coursework, and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Only 6 semester credit hours of BIOL 490 and may be combined to satisfy the upper-division concentration requirements. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of the Program Chair.
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BIOL 495 - Special Project 1-6 credits
An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member, and to produce a specific outcome. Only 6 semester credit hours of and BIOL 495 and BIOL 497W may be combined to satisfy the upper-division concentration requirements. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Chair.
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BIOL 496 - Research Experience 1-6 Credits
An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to purse independent or original research experience on an approved topic under the direction of a faculty member. Only 6 semester credit hours of and and BIOL 496 may be combined to satisfy the upper-division concentration requirements. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department chair.
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