Departments, programs and courses are listed in alphabetical order in this section. Courses numbered from 101 through 299 are lower-division courses primarily for freshmen and sophomores; those numbered from 300 through 499 are upper-division courses primarily for juniors and seniors. The numbers 296, 396, 496 and 596 designate individual study courses and are available for registration by prior arrangement with the course instructor and approval of Department Chair.
The number in parentheses following the majors, minors, specializations and emphases represents the student information system (SIS) code.
The number in parentheses following the course title indicates the amount of credit each course carries. Variable credit courses include the minimum and maximum number of the credits within parentheses.
Not all of the courses are offered every quarter. Final confirmation of courses to be offered, information on new courses and programs, as well as a list of hours, instructor, titles of courses and places of class meetings, is given in the class schedule, published each quarter and available from the Office of the Registrar.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
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Faculty Chair: David R. Hosford
Science Building 338A
Professors:
Glen W. Clark, Invertebrate Zoology and Parasitology (Emeritus)
David M. Darda, Evolutionary Vertebrate Morphology, Herpetoloty
David R. Hosford, Mycology and Algology
Paul W. James, Ecology and Fisheries Biology
Sheldon R. Johnson, Director Allied Health Sciences; Zoophysiology, Mammalogy
Robert E. Pacha, Microbiology (Emeritus)
Stamford D. Smith, Entomology and Aquatic Biology
Associate Professors:
Daniel D. Beck, Physiological Ecology and Herpetology
Kristina A. Ernest, Terrestrial and Community Ecology
Assistant Professors:
Louise M. Baxter, Science Education, Histology
Patrick J. Bryan, Invertebrate Zoology, Developmental Biology
Tom R. Cottrell, Plant Ecology
Philip W. Mattocks, Ornithology and Physiology
Holly C. Pinkart, Microbiology
Linda A. Raubeson, Plant Systematics
Lixing Sun, Behavioral Ecology and Evolution
Steven D. Verhey, Cell and Molecular Biology
The Department of Biological Sciences provides the biological component of the liberal arts education at Central Washington University. We promote student understanding of biological concepts relevant to the individual and society, and our curriculum. Our students obtain a broad education, covering a wide variety of biological disciplines. We focus on the student; classes are small, facilitating hands-on experience, interactions with faculty, and opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate research. We offer a full compliment of competitive pre-professional programs, strong programs in regional field biology, and a quality program for secondary biology educators.
In order to be admitted to a Biology major or minor, all students must:
1. Register with the Department and be advised by departmental faculty.
2. Complete CHEM 181 and 182 with labs (or equivalent) or be currently enrolled in the latter. (Exception may be made for Biology Teacher, see advisor.)
3. Complete BIOL 110, 111, 112 or equivalents.
4. Qualify for MATH 170.
In order to graduate, each student must have on file, in the Biology Department and in Academic Services, an official Program of Study. The Program of Study will be prepared by the student in conjunction with his or her advisor. It must be approved by the student, advisor, and the Department Chair and must be completed during the quarter in which the student is admitted to the major.
The Bachelor of Arts degree is designed to develop breadth in the sciences generally. Students completing the Bachelor of Arts major will find that their strong general background will allow them flexibility in career choices. The Bachelor of Arts degree meets the requirements for admission to most graduate schools and medical schools. Each student's program must be approved by the Department of Biological Sciences at least one academic year preceding graduation.
CHEM 181 has a prerequisite of high school chemistry and qualification for MATH 163.1. PHYS 111 has a prerequisite of high school algebra and trigonometry. PHYS 181/181.1 has a prerequisite or corequisite of MATH 172.1, 172.2 and 272.1.
Credits earned in CHEM 181 and 181.1 and PHYS 111 will be allowed in partial fulfillment of the natural science breadth requirements as well as the requirements of this major.
Required Courses CreditsBIOL 110, Basic Biology 5 BIOL 111, Plant Biology 5 BIOL 112, Animal Biology 5 BIOL 220, Introductory Cellular Biology 5 BIOL 321, Genetics 5 BIOL 499.1, Senior Seminar OR BIOL 497, Honors Thesis 1-5 CHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Chemistry and Laboratory 15 CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, Organic Chemistry and Laboratory 8 Select from the following sequences: 15 PHYS 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 113, 113.1, Introductory Physics (15) PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Physics (15) Select from the following: 5-10 BIOL 441, Plant Physiology (5) BIOL 455, Zoophysiology (5) BIOL 355 & 356, Human Anatomy & Physiology (10) Select from the following: 5 BIOL 360, General Ecology (5) BIOL 420, Environmental Microbiology (5) BIOL 464, Terrestrial Plant Ecology (5) Total 74-83
The Bachelor of Science major offers the opportunity to specialize in a field of biology or work toward becoming a high school biology teacher. The degree can be designed to prepare the student for immediate entrance into a chosen profession or for preparation for graduate work. The specific program is to be designed by the student and the appropriate departmental advisor, and must be submitted for approval to the Department of Biological Science at least one academic year preceding graduation. A specialization may be stated on the transcript upon recommendation of the student's departmental advisor and approval by the Department.
CHEM 181 has a prerequisite of high school chemistry and qualification for MATH 163.1. PHYS 111 has a prerequisite of high school algebra and trigonometry. PHYS 181/181.1 has a prerequisite or corequisite of MATH 172.1, 172.2 and 272.1. A maximum of 15 credits in BIOL 490, BIOL 496, may be included in the major.
Core Requirements CreditsBIOL 110, Basic Biology 5 BIOL 111, Plant Biology 5 BIOL 112, Animal Biology 5 BIOL 220, Introductory Cellular Biology 5 BIOL 321, Genetics 5 BIOL 470, Mechanisms of Evolution 3 BIOL 499.1, Senior Seminar OR BIOL 497, Honors Thesis 1-5 CHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1 General Chemistry and Laboratory 15 CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, Organic Chemistry and laboratory 8 Select from the following: 5-10 BIOL 441, Plant Physiology (5) BIOL 455, Zoophysiology (5) BIOL 355 & 356, Human Anatomy & Physiology (10) Select from the following: 5 BIOL 360, General Ecology (5) BIOL 420, Environmental Microbiology (5) BIOL 464, Terrestrial Plant Ecology (5) Core Total 62-71 Department approved electives 29-38 Total 100
Required Courses CreditsBIOL 110, Basic Biology 5 BIOL 111, Plant Biology 5 BIOL 112, Animal Biology 5 BIOL 220, Introductory Cellular Biology 5 BIOL 321, Genetics 5 BIOL 322, Introductory Microbiology 5 OR BIOL 323, Microbiology (5) BIOL 360, General Ecology 5 BIOL 300, Introduction to Evolution (5) 3-5 OR BIOL 470, Mechanisms of Evolution (3) Select from the following 5-10 BIOL 441, Plant Physiology (5) BIOL 355 & 356, Human Anatomy and Physiology (5, 5) BIOL 455, Zoophysiology (5) BIOL 492, Laboratory Experience in Teaching Biological Sciences 2 BIOL 499.1, Senior Seminar 1 SCED 324, Science Education in Secondary SchooLS 4 SCED 495, Science Education Research 1-3 BIOL 498, Biotechnology for Teachers 3 Select from the following sequence: 15-23 CHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1 General Chemistry/Lab (15) CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, Organic Chemistry (8) OR CHEM 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 113, 113.1, Introduction to Biochemistry/Lab (15) Students must also complete the Teacher Education Sequence. Total 66-81
Several specializations are possible by proper selection of electives. Areas of specialization that can be completed through the department include:
General Biology (1610)
Environmental/Public Health Biology (1607)
Ecology (1608) Microbiology (1606)
Plant Sciences (1609)
For further information about these specializations contact the Department of Biological Sciences.
Microbiology students are eligible to become registered microbiologists (National Registry of Microbiologists, American Academy of Microbiology), upon completing the following requirements:
1. A minimum of a baccalaureate degree in Biological Science with 30 quarter credits in microbiology courses.
2. Acceptable experience equivalent to one year of full-time work in a microbiology laboratory related to the specialty area in which certification is sought. Experience must be gained within the immediate past three years.
Certification as a conditional registrant is offered to individuals who possess the academic qualifications for registered microbiologist, but who lack the required year of full-time laboratory experience.
Not available to biology majors.
Required Courses CreditsBIOL 110, Basic Biology 5 BIOL 111, Plant Biology 5 BIOL 112, Animal Biology 5 BIOL 220, Introductory Cellular Biology 5 Electives in Biological Sciences 13 Total 33
Required Courses CreditsBISC 104, Fundamentals of Biology OR BIOL 101, Fundamentals of Biology (5) OR BIOL 110, Basic Biology (5) 5 BIOL 111, Plant Biology OR BIOL 200, Plants in the Modern World 5 BIOL 112, Animal Biology OR BIOL 201, Human Physiology 5 BIOL 360, General Ecology OR BIOL 300, Introduction to Evolution 5 SCED 322, Science Education in the Elementary School 3 Total 23
Biology: Teaching Secondary Minor (1604)
In this minor, BIOL 101 can substitute for BIOL 110 as a prerequisite for BIOL 111 and BIOL 112.
Required Courses CreditsBIOL 110, Basic Biology 5 BIOL 111, Plant Biology 5 BIOL 112, Animal Biology 5 BIOL 220, Introductory Cellular Biology 5 BIOL 321, Genetics 5 BIOL 323, Microbiology 5 BIOL 360, General Ecology 5 BIOL 492, Laboratory Experience in Teaching Biological Sciences 2 SCED 324, Science Education in the Secondary School 4 Total 41
Not available to biology majors
Required Courses CreditsBIOL 110, Basic Biology 5 BIOL 111, Plant Biology 5 BIOL 220, Introductory Cellular Biology 5 Electives in BIOL 8 Total 23
Not available to biology majors
Required Courses CreditsBIOL 110, Basic Biology 5 BIOL 112, Animal Biology 5 BIOL 220, Introductory Cellular Biology 5 Electives in BIOL 8 Total 23
Director: Sheldon R. Johnson
Preprofessional programs such as, but not limited to, premedicine, predentistry, and prephysical therapy are administered (including mock interviews and recommendations) and advised by Allied Health Sciences.
AHSC 291. Workshop (1-6). With the approval of the allied health science program coordinator, course may be designated for regular letter grade or S/U, depending upon course objectives and method of instruction.
AHSC 298. Special Topics (1-6).
AHSC 301. Introduction to Medical Technology (2). Prerequisites, 5 credit hours in biology and 5 credit hours in chemistry and permission of instructor. Introduction to laboratory procedures and theory of urinalysis, clinical chemistry, hematology, blood banking and coagulation. One hour lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
AHSC 305. Medical Terminology (3). Two hours lecture, audio-tutorial tapes and a discussion period to be arranged.
AHSC 445. Introduction to Environmental Health (3). Prerequisite, 10 hours of biology and microbiology recommended. A survey of methods used in controlling environmental factors affecting human health. Includes water sanitation, food sanitation, waste disposal, air pollution, vector control, and chemical and physical hazards.
AHSC 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. Prior approval required. May be repeated. Grade will be S or U.
AHSC 491. Workshop (1-6) With the approval of the allied health science program coordinator, course may be designated for regular letter grade or S/U, depending upon course objectives and methods of instruction.
AHSC 492. Practicum (1-15). This course may be repeated any number of times, but a maximum of 50 credits will be counted toward a degree. A-Orientation, 1 credit; B-Phlebotomy, 2 credits; C-Chemistry, 12 credits; D-Hematology, 7 credits; E-Coagulation, 2 credits; F-Urinalysis, 2 credits; G-Microbiology, 10 credits; H-Mycology/Parasitology, 2 credits; I-Blood Bank, 7 credits; J-Serology, 2 credits; K-Special Project, 1 credit; 492L, Preclinical Chemistry and Hematology, 2 credits. Liability insurance may be required.
AHSC 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. AHSC 498. Special Topics (1-6).
AHSC 499. Seminar (1-5).
BIOL 101. Fundamentals of Biology (5). Biology in the modern world. Four hours lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week. May not be counted toward a major or minor in the Department of Biological Sciences. Formerly BISC 104. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 110. Basic Biology (5). An introduction to the concepts and processes which are common to most life forms. All biology majors and minors must take this course before enrolling in other courses in the major or minor. Four hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Formerly BISC 110. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 111. Plant Biology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 110. Four hours lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week. Formerly BISC 111. Students may not receive credit for both. BIOL 112. Animal Biology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 110. Four hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Formerly BISC 112. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 200. Plants In the Modern World (5). Plants and their significance in the world today. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. (Not open to majors in the biological sciences.) May not be counted toward a major or minor in the Department of Biological Sciences. Formerly BOT 211. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 201. Human Physiology (5). Organ systems of humans. Not open to students with credit in BIOL 455; may not be counted toward a major or minor in the Department of Biological Sciences. Formerly ZOOL 270. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 220. Introductory Cellular Biology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 110, and either CHEM 113 or CHEM 183. Concepts, processes and structures involved in understanding life at the cellular level. Four hours lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Formerly BISC 223, 313. Student may not receive credit for more than one.
BIOL 298. Special Topics (1-6).Formerly BISC 298. BIOL 300. Introduction to Evolution (5). The evidence, theories, and mechanisms of the evolution of life, including man. May not be counted toward a major in the Department of Biological Sciences. Formerly BISC 385. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 302. Human Ecology (5). Basic concepts of ecology with emphasis on ecosystems and populations and how human activities and attitudes relate to these basic concepts. This course may not be counted towards a major in the Department of Biological Sciences.Formerly BISC 302. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 304. Human Inheritance (5). The study of human inheritance and related areas of biology. May not be counted toward a major in the Department of Biological Sciences. Formerly BISC 304. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 320. Cellular Biology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 220 and CHEM 361/361.1. Advanced analysis of cellular processes. Five hours lecture per week. Formerly BISC 333. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 321. Genetics (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 220. A lecture and laboratory course in the basic principles of heredity of plants and animals. Four hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Formerly BISC 365. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 322. Introductory Microbiology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 220. An introduction to the biology of the microorganisms with applications to medicine, food science, industry, and agriculture. This course is not intended for students who plan to take additional classes in microbiology. Four lectures and one two hour laboratory a week. Formerly BISC 369. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 323. Microbiology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 220 and either CHEM 113/113.1 or CHEM 182/182.1. Principles of microbiological practice, including isolation, cultivation, morphological and physiological methods of analysis, and variability. Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week. Formerly BISC 370. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 341. Plant Taxonomy (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 111 or BIOL 200 or permission. Classification of vascular plants, using local flora. Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week; the course includes field trips and individual field work. Formerly BOT 333. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 343. Plant Anatomy (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 111. A treatment of the fundamental facts and aspects of vascular plant anatomy. Plant tissues with special reference to their development, organization, and biological significance. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly BOT 358. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 344. Dendrology (4). Prerequisite, BIOL 111 or permission of instructor. A study of trees, their habits of growth, the characteristic forest areas of North America. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. A field course. Formerly BOT 365. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 350. Invertebrate Zoology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 112 or permission of instructor. Morphology, phylogeny, physiology, and embryology of the invertebrate phyla, exclusive of parasitic forms. Four hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Formerly ZOOL 361. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 351. General Entomology (5). Insect biology, taxonomy, structure and relationships to man. Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory or field work per week. Formerly ZOOL 362. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 352. Parasitology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 112. Biological relations of animal parasite and host; structure, classification, and methods of diagnosis of parasitic protozoa, worms and arthropods. Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week. Formerly ZOOL 380. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 353. Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (6). Prerequisite, BIOL 112. Evolutionary, functional, and developmental aspects of vertebrate morphology. Three hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week. Formerly ZOOL 351. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 354. General Vertebrate Embryology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 112. Comparative development; fertilization, growth and differentiation, experimental morphogenesis, and establishment of the early organ systems. Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week. Formerly ZOOL 348. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 355. Human Anatomy and Physiology (5). Prerequisite, permission of the instructor. The first quarter of a two-quarter study of the structure and function of the human body. Students should not take BIOL 355 unless they intend to take BIOL 356. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly ZOOL 341. Students may not get credit for both.
BIOL 356. Human Anatomy and Physiology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 355 and permission of instructor. The second quarter of the two quarter study of the structure and function of the human body. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly ZOOL 342. Students may not get credit for both.
BIOL 360. General Ecology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 110, 111 and 112 and MATH 163.1. Interrelationships of organisms with their environment. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory/field work/discussion per week. A weekend field trip may be required. Formerly BISC 375. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 377.1. Regional Natural History (2). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. Classroom study of the natural history of a selected region as preparation for one-to-two week field trip. Emphasis will be on developing background skills to undertake a field exploration over the quarter (winter, spring, summer) break. Subtitles will identify the selected geological region (e.g. Baja California Natural History). May be repeated for credit under a different subtitle (region). Same as GEOL 377.1. Formerly BISC 377.1. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
BIOL 377.2. Regional Natural History (3). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. Special fees required. Administered through Continuing Education. One-to-two week field trip to explore biological and physical patterns and processes in selected regions of North America. Emphasis will be on recording field observations, keeping a field journal, field study techniques, and performing investigations chosen and developed by student participants. Subtitles will identify the region studies. May be repeated for credit under a different subtitle. Same as GEOL 377.2. Formerly BISC 377.2. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
BIOL 420. Environmental Microbiology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 323 and CHEM 362. Ecology of microorganisms in marine, fresh-water and soil environments. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly BISC 411. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 421. General Virology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 323 and CHEM 362. BIOL 321 strongly recommended. Interrelationship between animal, plant, and bacterial viruses and their hosts, with emphasis on the animal viruses. Five hours lecture per week. Formerly BISC 413. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 422. Immunology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 323 and CHEM 361. Nature of the immune response, disease preventing and producing mechanisms and laboratory applications. Five hours lecture per week. Formerly BISC 414. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 425. Molecular Biotechnology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 220. BIOL 322 or BIOL 323 recommended. The practice and theory of techniques used in molecular biology. Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week.Formerly BISC 423. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 426. Medical Microbiology (3). Prerequisite, BIOL 323 or permission of instructor. An introduction to medical microbiology emphasizing the biology of pathogenic bacteria, their relation to infectious diseases and the isolation and identification of specific disease agents. Three lectures per week. Formerly BISC 445. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 426.1. Medical Microbiology Laboratory (2). Prerequisite, BIOL 323; prerequisite or corequisite, BIOL 426. Formerly BISC 445.1. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 440. Plant Pathology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 111. Representative diseases of plants and the bacterial and fungal organisms which cause them. Two hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week. Formerly BOT 460. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 441. Plant Physiology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 111, BIOL 220, BIOL 320, CHEM 362, or permission. A critical study of the various physiological activities of plants, such as photosynthesis, respiration and responses to various stimuli. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly BOT 461. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 442 Comparative Morphology of Vascular Plants (5). Prerequisite, 10 credits in Botany. Form, structure, and habits of the major groups of vascular plants. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly BOT 462. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 443. Mycology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 111 and BIOL 220. The biology, morphology, and economic importance of the major groups of fungi including the slime molds. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly BOT 463. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 444. Algology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 111 and BIOL 220. Taxonomy and ecology of fresh-water and marine algae. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly BOT 464. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 445. Mushrooms, Puffballs, and Related Forms (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 111 or permission of instructor. Stresses taxonomy, morphology, and ecology of mushrooms and related forms with emphasis on Northwest flora. Offered fall quarter only. Formerly BOT 465. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 450. Ichthyology (4). Prerequisite, BIOL 112. An introduction to the biology, taxonomy and distribution of modern fishes with special reference to the Pacific Northwest. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory or field work per week. Formerly ZOOL 412. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 451. Herpetology (4). Prerequisite, BIOL 112. An introduction to biology, taxonomy and distribution of modern amphibians and reptiles with special reference to the Pacific Northwest. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory or field studies per week. Formerly ZOOL 411. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 452. Ornithology (4). Prerequisite, BIOL 112. Study of birds with special emphasis on anatomic and behavioral adaptations. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory or field study per week. Formerly ZOOL 410. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 453. Mammalogy (5). Prerequisite BIOL 112. Evolution, taxonomy and ecology of mammals with laboratory emphasis on Pacific Northwest mammals. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly ZOOL 409. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 454. Histology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 112, BIOL 220 and either BIOL 353, BIOL 356 or BIOL 455. Systematic study, description and identification of microscopic structures of animal tissues. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly ZOOL 471. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 455. Zoophysiology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 112, BIOL 220 or BIOL 320, CHEM 362, or permission. Vertebrate physiology; laboratory experience in physiological techniques. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly ZOOL 472. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 456. Biology of Aging (3). Prerequisite, BIOL 201 or BIOL 355, 356 or BIOL 455. Description and analysis of aging phenomena in humans and animal models. Three lectures per week. Formerly BISC 460. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 461. Community Ecology (3). Prerequisite, BIOL 360. Principles of the structure and function of ecological communities. Three hours lecture/ discussion per week. Formerly BISC 475. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 461.1. Community Ecology Laboratory (2). Corequisite, BIOL 461. Laboratory and field study of the structure and function of ecological communities. Four hours of laboratory/field work per week. Weekend field trips may be required. Formerly BISC 475.1. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 462. Wildlife and Fisheries Ecology (5). Prerequisite, BIOL 360. Ecological principles of wildlife and fish populations and communities as they relate to management theory and practice in the Pacific Northwest. Three hours lecture/discussion and four hours laboratory/field work per week. Weekend field trips may be required. Formerly BISC 476. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 463. Limnology (5). Prerequisites, CHEM 182 and BIOL 360 or permission of instructor. Chemical, physical and biological characteristics of inland waters. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week. Formerly BISC 480. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 464. Terrestrial Plant Ecology (5). Prerequisites, BIOL 111 and BIOL 360 or permission. The ecological relationships of plant species and plant communities. Three hours lecture and either four hours laboratory or a Saturday field trip per week. Formerly BOT 441. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 465. Biology of Animal Behavior (4). Prerequisite BIOL 112 or permission of instructor. Three lectures and two hours of laboratory a week. Formerly ZOOL 465. Students may not receive credit for both BIOL 465/ZOOL 465 and BIOL 565.
BIOL 466. Conservation Biology (5). Prerequisite BIOL 360 or permission of instructor. An introduction to the theory and practice of conservation biology, with emphasis on case studies. Two hours lecture, one hour discussion, and 4 hours lab or field study per week. Weekend field trips may be required. Formerly BISC 440. Students may not receive credit for BISC 440 or BIOL 466 and BIOL 566.
BIOL 470. Mechanisms of Evolution (3). Prerequisites, 15 credits of biology plus senior standing. Darwinian evolution and the modern synthesis. Formerly BISC 485. Students may not receive credit for both.
BIOL 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. Prior approval required. May be repeated. Grade will be S or U. Formerly BISC 490. BIOL 491. Workshop (1-6). Formerly BISC 491.
BIOL 492. Laboratory Experience in Teaching Biological Sciences (2). Prerequisite, 15 credit hours in college biology and permission of instructor. Experience in planning, managing and teaching in a laboratory setting. May be repeated once for full credit with permission of Chair. Formerly BISC 492.
BIOL 493. Biological Field Practicum (1-15). Prerequisite, permission of instructor and Department Chair. Individual or group off-campus experience in the field study of biological phenomena. This course may be taken more than once for full credit. Formerly BISC 493.
BIOL 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. Formerly BISC 496/BOT 496/ZOOL 496.
BIOL 497. Honors Thesis (1-5). Prerequisite, admission to departmental honors program. May be repeated for up to a total of six credits. This course may be substituted for BIOL 499.1, Senior Seminar, in any Biology baccalaureate program. Formerly BISC 497/BOT 497/ZOOL 497.
BIOL 498. Special Topics (1-6). Formerly BISC 498. BIOL 499. Seminar (1-5). May be repeated. Formerly BISC 499.
BIOL 499.1. Senior Seminar (1). Prerequisite, senior standing. Biological sciences: reading, writing and speaking. Either this course or BIOL 497, Honors Thesis, is required in all baccalaureate programs of the Biology Department. Formerly BISC 499.1.
The following courses/programs are on reserve and may be offered subject to program needs: Allied Health Sciences Program; .BIOL 423. Techniques in Immunology and Virology (3); BIOL 424. Laboratory Immunology (1);BIOL 460. Introduction to Soils (5); BIOL 468. Biogeography (5).
Office of the Chair
Hugh Spall, Ellensburg
Don R. Nixon, SeaTac
F. Lynn Richmond, Lynnwood Program
Professors:
Bruce D. Bagamery, FIN (Lynnwood)
James P. Beaghan, MKT, (SeaTac)
George W. Brooker, Jr., MKT (Lynnwood)
Wayne A. Fairburn, FIN (Ellensburg)
Gerald P. Gunn, OMIS (Ellensburg)
Stanley Jacobs, FIN (SeaTac)
Eldon C. Johnson, FIN (Lynnwood)
George D. Kesling, OMIS (Ellensburg)
James L. Nimnicht, HRM (Ellensburg)
Don R. Nixon, M&O, (SeaTac)
Connie J. Nott, OMIS (SeaTac)
Stephen B. Schepman, HRM (Ellensburg)
Hugh M. Spall, Law (Ellensburg)
Associate Professors:
Peter J. Boyle, MKT (Ellensburg)
John J. Lasik, FIN (Ellensburg)
C. Christopher Lee, OMIS (Ellensburg)
Gary M. Richardson, FIN (Ellensburg)
F. Lynn Richmond, M&O, (Lynnwood)
Assistant Professors:
David G. Bell, OMIS (Lynnwood)
James N. Bradley, MRO (Ellensburg)
Dennis G. Flynn, MKT (Lynnwood & SeaTac)
Wanda H. Fujimoto, MKT (Ellensburg)
Rex Moody, MKT (Ellensburg)
Nancy Graber Pigeon, LAW, HR (Ellensburg)
William H. Turnquist, OMIS (Ellensburg)
William Woods, Kuolt Distinguished Professor, M&O (Ellensburg)
The department has identified overall educational outcomes related to knowledge, values, and skills for all BSBA graduates. Following are the outcomes for the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) programs:
1. Knowledge-Based Educational Outcomes. Upon completion of the BSBA program, students should:
•have a working knowledge in a set of analytical business tools related to: math, statistics, accounting, economics, and behavioral science.
•apply business core concepts, principles and analytical skills across functional lines.
•show competency in an area of specialization. (Specializations include Finance, General Business, Human Resource Management, Management & Organization, Marketing Management, and Operations Management/Information Systems)
•understand global, national, and regional business systems and environments.
2. Values-Based Educational Outcomes. Upon completion of the BSBA program, students should:
•comprehend issues in ethical decision making and social responsibility.
•understand diversity issues in the workplace and society.
3. Skills-Based Educational Outcomes. Upon completion of the BSBA program., students should:
•function effectively when in teams both as a leader and as a member.
•demonstrate effective oral and written business communication skills.
•use business computer application software and support decisions on problems in areas of specialization.
•access, develop, and use information to analyze business problems and propose feasible solutions.
The department offers coursework leading to the bachelor of science in business administration (BSBA) degree. In addition to the University general education requirements, the BSBA major is comprised of three principal components: 1) pre-admission courses that provide foundation knowledge and skills needed for further study in business, 2) business core courses that build on the pre-admission group and focus on decision making in the main functional areas of business, and 3) specialization courses that allow for advanced study in one of the functional areas. Specializations are available in five areas: finance, human resource management, management and organization, marketing management, and operations management/information systems. As an alternative to specializing, students may choose a general business track. Courses or Specializations may not be available at all sites.
Equivalent lower division (100-200 level) courses may be transferred toward meeting the pre-admission requirements. Upper division (300-400 level) courses may also be transferred toward meeting the business core and specialization requirements, but only with the approval of the Department Chair and the College Dean or designee. Transfer students must earn a minimum of 45 quarter credits in the major at CWU to be eligible for the BSBA degree.
For individuals seeking academic credit for prior work experiences, a prior learning assessment program is available. Students opting for this program must demonstrate competency in the course material by successfully completing a challenge exam. The following pre-admission and business core courses are eligible: BUS 241; OMIS 221, 321, 323, 386; MKT 360; FIN 370; MGT 380. The result of the challenge is recorded as "S" or "U" on the transcript and is not used in computing grade point average. See your business administration advisor or program director at your site for additional information.
Students majoring outside of the College of Business who are required to take courses in this College for either their major or minor will be eligible to enroll on a space-available basis. These students will be given priority over other non-school majors wishing to enroll in upper division courses.
Students must apply and be accepted into the major prior to beginning 300- or 400-level business coursework. At the time of application, the 35 credits of pre-admission coursework should be substantially completed. Application forms are available in the department offices. The completed form must be accompanied by transcripts that reflect all prior college work. Admission shall be based on grades earned in the following courses:
Pre-admission Requirements CreditsACCT 251, Accounting I 5 ACCT 252, Accounting II 5 BUS 241, Legal Environment of Business 5 OMIS 221, Introductory Business Statistics 5 (Prerequisite, IT 101 and MATH 130.1) ECON 201, Principles of Economics, Micro 5 ECON 202, Principles of Economics, Macro 5 MATH 163.1, Pre-Calculus Mathematics I OR MATH 170, Intuitive Calculus OR MATH 172.1, Calculus 5 Pre-admission Total 35
A cumulative grade point average of 2.25 in the above courses must be achieved with a minimum grade of "C-" (1.70) in each course. The credit/no credit option will not be accepted for any of these courses. The applicant must have completed ENG 101/102. These criteria apply to equivalent courses transferred from other institutions.
Students who have met all the above requirements will be admitted unless the number of eligible applicants exceeds available space. In that case, acceptance will be competitive, based on a selection index. Students in a pre-major status who have not met all of the above requirements may enroll in a business core or specialization course only with permission of the College Dean or designee.
Business Core Requirements CreditsFIN 370, Introductory Financial Management 5 MGT 380, Organizational Management 5 MKT 360, Principles of Marketing 5 OMIS 321, Intermediate Business Statistics 5 OMIS 323, Operations Management 5 OMIS 386, Management Information Systems 5 MGT 489, Strategic Management 5 Business Core Total 35
Select one: 4-5
ADMG 385, Business Communication and
Report Writing (5)
COM 345, Business and Professional
Speaking (4)
ENG 310, Technical Writing (4)
Specialization Requirements 25
Select one of the following six areas:
Finance
General Business
Human Resource Management
Management and Organization
Marketing Management
Operations Management/Information Systems
Total 99-100
The following special rules apply to students seeking the BSBA major:
•Students must earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25 in the 99-100 credit in-the-major coursework to be eligible for a degree. In addition, the Department requires a minimum GPA of 2.25 in the 64-65 credit upper-division component of the in-the-major total.
•Transfer students must earn at least 45 in-the-major credits at CWU to be eligible for the degree.
•The Department requires a balance in the overall degree program between business and non-business credits, with the non-businesss component comprising at least 50 percent. The 99-100 in-the-major total cited above for single specialization programs includes 76 business and 23-24 non-business credits. The Department will allow only 14 additional business credits beyond those already included in the in-the-major total in fulfillment of BSBA single specialization programs. For the purpose of this limit, business courses are those with the prefix ACCT, BUS, ECON, FIN, HRM, MGT, MKT, or OMIS.
•Double specializations within the BSBA program, or a double major with Accounting, may be possible, but additional credits beyond 180 are required. The additional credits will include both business and non-business coursework. Approval by the Chair and Dean/Associate Dean is required on a case-by-case basis. The approval should be received in advance of enrolling in double specialization/double major courses.
Advisors: Bagamery, Fairburn, Jacobs, E. Johnson, Lasik, G. Richardson
Finance builds on the business core and focuses on decision making in three interrelated areas: managerial finance, investments, and financial markets and institutions. The business core and finance specialization courses provide academic preparation for a wide variety of entry-level positions in managerial finance and the financial services industry.
Required Courses CreditsECON 330, Money and Banking 5 FIN 470, Intermediate Financial Management 5 FIN 475, Investments 5 Select a minimum of ten credits from the following: 10 FIN 471, Case Problems in Managerial Finance (5) FIN 476, Advanced Investments (5) FIN 477, International Finance (5) FIN 478, Management of Financial Institutions (5) BUS 490, Cooperative Education (1-6) One other course approved in advance by advisor (5) Finance Specialization Total 25
Advisors: Fairburn, Fujimoto, Graber-Pigeon, Gunn, Johnson, Lasik, Nimnicht, Nixon, Richmond, Spall and Turnquist
This specialization is intended for the student who desires a broad-based "generalist" track within the Business Administration major or for the student who wishes to tailor a "unique" specialization to his or her needs. A minimum of 25 upper division credits is required and at least 20 of 25 credits must be Business (BUS), Finance (FIN), Human Resource Management (HRM), Management (MGT), Marketing (MKT), or Operations Management/Information Systems (OMIS) courses. The student should receive approval from the general business advisor prior to enrolling in the final 15 credits of this specialization.
General Business Specialization Total 25
Advisors: Bradley, Graber-Pigeon, Montoya, Nimnicht, Nixon, Richmond, Schepman
Students pursuing the HR specialization will deal with fundamental organizational processes that must be developed and managed for continuous improvement by both HR specialists and by all managers in general. Thus, study of HR takes on dual emphasis. First, by purusing an HR specialization, students will be thoroughly trained to focus decision-making as it pertains to the acquisition, utilization, developmentnd retention of employees. Alternatively, the study of HR is also applicable as a strong supplement to other specializations or majors.
Required Courses CreditsHRM 381, Management of Human Resources 5 HRM 486, Problems in Human Resource Management 5 Select a minimum of fifteen credits from the following eligible courses: 15 HRM 442, Training and Development (5) HRM 445, Organizational Staffing (5) HRM 479, Industrial Relations/ Collective Bargaining (5) HRM 488, Compensation Policy and Administration (5) BUS 490, Cooperative Education (1-6) ECON 355, Economics of Labor (5) MGT 481, Organizational Behavior (5) OMIS 435, Advanced Operations Management (5) Human Resource Specialization Total 25
Advisors: Bradley, Nimnicht, Nixon, Richmond, Schepman
The Management and Organization specialization reflects the diverse activities required to productively utilize the organization's resources. The overall focus of this specialization will be on how to effectively coordinate people, technology, and structure in order to reach organizational objectives. Studies include both the theory and practice of management as preparation for leadership in public and private organizations.
Required Courses CreditsMGT 481, Organizational Behavior 5 MGT 484, International Management 5 Select a minimum of fifteen credits from the following eligible courses: 15 MGT 383, Contemporary Management Practices (5) MGT 384, Introduction to International Business (5) MGT 385, Organizational Theory (5) MGT 389, Business and Society (5) MGT 482, Applied Management and Organizational Behavior (5) MGT 483, Organizational Change (5) MGT 487, Small Business Management (5) BUS 490, Cooperative Education (1-6) HRM 381, Management of Human Resources (5) OMIS 435, Advanced Operations Management (5) ECON 452, Managerial Economics (5) Management and Organization Specialization Total 25
Advisors: Beaghan, Boyle, Brooker, Flynn, Fujimoto, and Moody
The marketing curriculum provides background for careers in sales, advertising, marketing management, research and analysis, and retail management. Marketing topics include researching and analyzing consumers, market demand, pricing, product distribution and development, and communication in order to develop marketing strategies and policies.
Required Courses CreditsMKT 367, Consumer Behavior 5 MKT 469, Marketing Research 5 MKT 470, Marketing Problems and Policy 5 Select 10 credits from the following: 10 MKT 361, Channels of Distribution Management (5) MKT 462, Marketing Promotion Management (5) MKT 463, Sales Force Management (5) MKT 465, Direct Marketing (5) MKT 466, Industrial Marketing (5) MKT 467, International Marketing (5) MKT 475, New Product Development (5) BUS 490, Cooperative Education (1-6) ECON 310, International Economics (5) ME 467, Retail Management (5) Marketing Management Specialization Total 25
Advisors: Bell, Gunn, Kesling, Lee, Nixon, Nott, and Turnquist
Operations Management/Information Systems (OMIS) builds on the business core and prepares students for careers as analysts, decision makers, and managers in any and all segments of the organization's supply, production, and distribution chain. Students who complete this program will have a fundamental understanding of the systematic, integrated nature of the creation and delivery of goods and services, and the manner in which the supply, production and distribution chain includes or involves other internal and external entities. Students will understand the crucial rule of computing, information systems and technology as a means to integrate various entities throughout the chain. Students will be able to solve problems and make accounting, economics, and other business administration areas, computing and analytical skills, and appropriate quantitative and qualitative models.
Required Courses CreditsOMIS 324, Quality and Continuous Improvement 5 OMIS 387, Systems Analysis, Design, and Implementation 5 OMIS 435, Advanced Operations Management 5 OMIS 480, OMIS Problems and Policies 5 Minimum of 5 credits from the following: 5 ACCT 305, Cost Accounting (5) BUS 490, Cooperative Education (1-6) ECON 324, Introduction to Econometrics (5) ECON 452, Managerial Economics (5) HRM 381, Human Resource Management (5) MKT 475, New Product Development (5) OMIS 410, Advanced tools for Analysis and Decision Making (2-6) OMIS 464, Supply Chain Management (5) OR one other course approved in advance by OMIS advisor (5). OMIS Total 25
Advisors: Fairburn, Fujimoto, Gunn, Lasik, Nimnicht, Nixon, Richmond, and Turnquist
The Business Administration minor provides students the opportunity to select business administration and supporting accounting and economics courses to meet individual educational needs. Students are admitted into the program when the completed minor application form is approved by a Business Administration minor advisor. Forms are available in the department offices. Students must earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.25 in courses allowed in fulfilling the Business Administration minor requirements.
Required Courses CreditsECON 201, Principles of Economics Micro 5 ACCT 301, Financial Accounting Analysis 5 Select a minimum of 20 credits from: 20 Courses with a prefix of BUS, FIN, HRM MGT, MKT, or OMIS. At least 15 of the 20 credits must be upper division. Business Administration Minor Total 30
Suitable elective courses for the Business Administration minor may come from any of the functional areas of Business Administration. Appropriate course selections must be made and pre-approved by one of the Business Administration minor advisors. Advisors make every effort to help tailor the minor to best serve the needs of the individual student.
Advisors: Bell, Flynn,, Nixon, Richmond, Turnquist
The certificate program provides the opportunity for the student to gain knowledge and skills in the full spectrum of supply chain activities–supplier relationships, purchasing management, operations and inventory management, logistics and transportation, quality management, and information technology. Typical job titles include: Purchasing/Supply Manager, Procurement Manager, Materials Manager, Contracts Manager, Purchasing Agent, Senior Buyer, and Buyer/Planner.
Required Courses CreditsOMIS 386, Management Information Systems 5 OMIS 435, Advanced Operations Management 5 OMIS 464, Supply Chain Management 5 OMIS 475, Global Supply Chain Management 5 Select a minimum of 5 credits from: 5 BUS 490, Cooperative Education (5-6) ENG 310, Technical Writing (4) MGT 384, Intro to International Business (5) OMIS 321, Intermediate Business Statistics (5) OMIS 324, Quality and Continuous Improvement (5) Certificate Program Total 25
This program is open to both matriculating and non-matriculating students who meet the course prerequisites. The courses in the certificate program may be used as part of the BS Business Administration program. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 must be earned in the program to be eligible for the certificate.
BUS 241. Legal Environment of Business (5). Prerequisite, sophomore standing. An introduction to legal reasoning, ethics in business, the law of contracts, torts, agency, sales, bailments, and personal property. Formerly FIN 241. Students may not receive credit for both.
BUS 298. Special Topics (1-6). BUS 341. Advanced Business Law (5). Prerequisite, BUS 241. The law of negotiable instruments, suretyship, business structures including partnerships and corporations, trusts and estates, bankruptcy and government regulations of business. Formerly FIN 341. Students may not receive credit for both.
BUS 344. Real Estate Law (3). The legal aspects of acquisition, finance, use, transfer and management of real property. This course is designed for property owners and real estate professionals. Formerly FIN 342. Students may not receive credit for both.
BUS 352. Principles of Real Estate (5). Real estate principles and practices, with special emphasis on urban land-use analysis, nature of real property rights, organization of the real estate industry and market, land-use competition, real estate financing and the impact of government policies upon the real estate industry. Formerly FIN 372 and BUS 372. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
BUS 357. Risk and Insurance (5). Nature of risk and uncertainty, methods of meeting risk, the insurance mechanism, legal problems of insurance, various types of contracts and carriers and purchase of insurance by the individual. Formerly FIN 377 and BUS 377. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
BUS 374. Personal Investments (5). Prerequisite, IT 101 or ability to use computer spreadsheets. Introduction to investment goals, strategies and securities, including certificates of deposit, money market instruments, stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Additional topics introduced are risk analysis, taxes, and portfolio basics. Does not count for credit in the Finance specialization.
BUS 396. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
BUS 398. Special Topics (1-6).
BUS 400. Understanding the Private Enterprise System (2). An intensive course covering U.S. and Washington state economics; small business and large corporations; business, labor, government, and the public; and the future of business in the Pacific Northwest. Restricted to professional educators participating in Business Week. Grade will be S or U. Formerly MGT 400. Students may not receive credit for both.
BUS 452. Real Estate Finance and Investment (3). Prerequisites, BUS 344 and BUS 352 or permission. Appraising techniques, investment decisions and sources and methods of financing real property. Formerly FIN 472 and BUS 472. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
BUS 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. Prior approval required. Grade will be S or U.
BUS 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
BUS 498. Special Topics (1-6).
BUS 499. Seminar (1-5). Finance Courses FIN 370. Introductory Financial Management (5). Prerequisite, admission to the major or permission. An introduction to financial decision-making. Topics include time value of money, security valuation, capital budgeting, cost of capital, financial forecasting, financial statement analysis, and working capital management. Formerly BUS 370. Students may not receive credit for both.
FIN 370. Introductory Financial Management (5). Prerequisite, admission to the major or permission. An introduction to financial decision-making. Topics include time value of money, security valuation, capital budgeting, cost of capital, financial forecasting, financial statement analysis, and working capital management. Formerly BUS 370. Students may not receive credit for both.
FIN 470. Intermediate Financial Management (5). Prerequisite, FIN 370. A review, consolidation, and extension of the FIN 370 class. Additional focus on the theory, practice, and analysis of the firm's investing and financing activities as these activities relate to the value creation process. Formerly BUS 470. Students may not receive credit for both.
FIN 471. Case Problems in Managerial Finance (5). Prerequisite, FIN 470. A capstone course in business financial management. Case analysis directed to the major financial decision-making areas of the firm. Computer assisted analysis using popular business software. Formerly BUS 471. Students may not receive credit for both.
FIN 475. Investments (5). Prerequisite, FIN 370. Principles of investment valuation. Topics include a survey of securities and securities markets, analysis of risk, expected return, timing, and selection of stocks and bonds in a portfolio context. Formerly BUS 475. Students may not receive credit for both.
FIN 476. Advanced Investments (5). Prerequisite, FIN 475. Portfolio theory, construction, and administration. Cases may be used to analyze key investment decisions and to relate theories and concepts to real-world situations. Formerly BUS 476. Students may not receive credit for both.
FIN 477. International Finance (5). Prerequisite, FIN 370. Financial decision making in an international setting. Explores both traditional areas of finance and recent innovations in financial management from the perspective of the multinational corporation. Formerly BUS 477. Students may not receive credit for both.
FIN 478. Management of Financial Institutions (5). Prerequisites, FIN 370 and ECON 330. Asset-liability management process; investment and financing activities of banks, savings and loans, and credit unions. Formerly BUS 478. Students may not receive credit for both.
HRM 381. Management of Human Resources (5). Selection of personnel, methods of training and retraining workers, wage policy, utilization of human resources, job training, administration of labor contracts, and public relations. Formerly IR/BUS/MGT 381. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
HRM 442. Training and Development (5). Prerequisite, HRM 381. Application of training and development concepts and techniques used in assessing training requirements, planning and budgeting training programs, developing and facilitating training, and evaluating results.
HRM 445. Organizational Staffing (5). Prerequisite, HRM 381. Applied and conceptual analysis of employee recruitment, selection, placement, retention, and career development.
HRM 479. Industrial Relations/Collective Bargaining (5). Prerequisite, HRM 381. Statutory and case law governing labor relations. Contracts and negotiations. Impasse procedures. Arbitration cases and grievance procedures. Contemporary issues and cases. Formerly IR/BUS/MGT 479. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
HRM 486. Problems in Human Resource Management (5). Prerequisite, HRM 381 plus two HRM electives, or permission of instructor. Problems in business and government involving contemporary issues in personnel management. Application of principles learned in personnel and industrial relations courses. Analysis and research on selected topics in personnel management. This is the capstone course for the HRM specialization. Formerly IR/BUS/MGT 486. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
HRM 488. Compensation Policy and Administration (5). Prerequisite, HRM 381. Employee compensation policy and administration is studied on a broad perspective encompassing direct financial payments, employer benefits, and nonfinancial rewards. Formerly IR/BUS/MGT 488. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
MGT 380. Organizational Management (5). Prerequisite, admission to the major or permission. History of management thought and practice, its development, change and probable future; relationship of management and decisions to environment and society; organization theory; human behavioral aspects of management; planning, controlling, and staffing as decision processes in organizational systems. Formerly BUS 380. Students may not receive credit for both.
MGT 383. Contemporary Management Practices (5). Prerequisite, MGT 380 or permission of instructor. Exposure to and experience with contemporary management techniques and practices. Conceptual foundations are examined through case work, applied field activities, and team projects. Formerly MGT 389.1 and BUS 383. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
MGT 384. Introduction to International Business (5). Prerequisite, ECON 310 or permission of instructor. Principles underlying international business; national policies influencing world trade and finance; and regional and international institutions. Formerly BUS 384. Students may not receive credit for both.
MGT 385. Organizational Theory (5). Prerequisite, MGT 380 or permission. An examination of the socio-technical system in a task oriented organization focusing on the total organization as the unit of analysis; technology, structure, work design and environment as determinants of effectiveness. Formerly BUS 385. Students may not receive credit for both.
MGT 388. Women in Management (3). An examination of the ways in which American sex roles, together with corporate cultural practices and organizational structures, affect women's attainment of and performance in managerial roles within business, educational, and professional organizations. Formerly SOC 368, MGT 368, and BUS 388. Same as SOC 388. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
MGT 389. Business and Society (5). Relations between business enterprise and society. Ethics and social responsibility in increasingly complex economic, political, social and technological environments. Formerly BUS 389. Students may not receive credit for both.
MGT 481. Organizational Behavior (5). Prerequisite, MGT 380. Applied and conceptual analysis of behavior within organizations. Involves leadership, motivation, communications, group processes, decision making, climate and culture. Formerly BUS 481. Students may not receive credit for both.
MGT 482. Applied Management and Organizational Behavior (5). Prerequisites, MGT 380 and MGT 481 or permission. Application of training and development practices to the personal and professional growth of the human resource. Individual and small group exercises give students the opportunity to apply and experience a variety of management concepts and practices. Formerly BUS 482. Students may not receive credit for both.
MGT 483. Organizational Change (5). Prerequisites, MGT 380 and MGT 481 or permission. Managing problem solving and change in organizations. An integration and application of theories adapted to organizational behavior. Formerly BUS 483. Students may not receive credit for both.
MGT 484. International Management (5). The capstone course for the Management and Organization Specialization. A comparative study of management in selected countries as well as an analysis of key managerial problems encountered in the multinational corporation..
MGT 487. Small Business Management (5). Prerequisite, completion of all other core requirements for business administration or accounting. Investigation of small business management and policy issues. Student-consulting teams develop solutions to small business problems in marketing, finance, production, and management. Formerly MGT 471 and BUS 487. Students may not receive credit for more than one. Substitutes for MGT 489.
MGT 489. Strategic Management (5). Prerequisite, completion of all other core requirements for business administration or accounting. Basic policy decisions involved in managing the total enterprise. Formerly BUS 489. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 360. Principles of Marketing (5). Prerequisite, admission to the major or permission. Introduction to the development of a marketing system. Interaction of economics, law, politics, ethics, and the behavioral sciences in a mixed market society. Formerly BUS 360. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 361. Channels of Distribution Management (5). Prerequisite, MKT 360. Selection, evaluation, management and control of channels of distribution. Analysis of the channel system includes warehousing, inventory management, and physical distribution in consumer and industrial products and services. Formerly BUS 361. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 367. Consumer Behavior (5). Prerequisite, MKT 360 or permission. An introduction to analysis of the consumer as a basis for marketing decisions. The analysis concerns who buys what, how the consumer uses the product, the significance of the product to the consumer, and the buying process. Formerly BUS 367. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 461. Self-Marketing (2). Prerequisite, MKT 360. Applying the principles of marketing to the development of a personal marketing plan including strategies and tactics. Formerly BUS 461. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 462. Marketing Promotion Management (5). Prerequisite, MKT 360. Communication problems of marketing goods and services to consumers and industrial buyers; advertising management, personal selling, and sales promotion; analysis for the promotion mix; and public interest in marketing communication. Formerly BUS 462. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 463. Sales Force Management (5). Prerequisite, MKT 360 or permission. Integration of sales force into the total marketing program of the firm; emphasizes organization, coordination, recruiting, training and incentives; develops methods for analyzing market demand and evaluation of sales force performance. Formerly BUS 463. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 465. Direct Marketing (5). Prerequisite, MKT 360. Primary and adjunct means of promotion and distribution through direct marketing. Formerly BUS 465. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 466. Industrial Marketing (5). Prerequisite, MKT 360. An introduction to industrial marketing and its major differences from consumer marketing. Major topics stressed are derived demand, industrial buyer behavior and planning of strategies and variations in the marketing mix. Case study method will be stressed. Formerly BUS 466. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 467. International Marketing (5). Prerequisite, MKT 360. Marketing functions involved in doing business overseas, environmental conditions affecting overseas trade and problems of securing employment overseas. Formerly BUS 467. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 469. Market Research (5). Prerequisites, OMIS 221 and MKT 360 or permission. Application of research to economic and business problems; tools of research design; planning investigations; gathering, organizing, and interpreting data; and presentation of findings. (Not open to students with credit in ECON 426.) Formerly BUS 469. Students may not receive credit for both.
MKT 470. Marketing Problems and Policy (5). Prerequisites, MKT 367, MKT 469 plus two marketing electives and senior standing; by permission only. The capstone course for the marketing specialty. Uses case analysis and other techniques to develop marketing decision skills and policy determination abilities. Formerly MKT 468 and BUS 468. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
MKT 475. New Product Development (5). Prerequisite, MKT 360. recommended, MKT 469. State-of-the-art management techniques to identify markets, develop new product ideas, measure customer benefits, and design profitable new products.
OMIS 221. Introductory Business Statistics (5). Prerequisites, IT 101 and MATH 130.1 or equivalents. Introduction to inferential business statistics. Using probability distributions and information from samples for business decisions. Formerly MS 221 and BUS 221. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
OMIS 321. Intermediate Business Statistics (5). Prerequisite, OMIS 221. Sampling techniques, the design of experiments, analysis of variance, linear regression and correlation, and time series analysis. Formerly MS 321 and BUS 321. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
OMIS 323. Operations Management (5). Prerequisites, OMIS 221, and admission to the major, or permission of instructor. For Business Administration majors, OMIS 321 is strongly recommended. Introduction to the production/operations management function. Quantitative and qualitative methods and models to support decision making in production, operations, logistics, and other functional areas. Formerly MS 323 and BUS 323. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
OMIS 324. Quality and Continuous Improvement (5). Prerequisite, OMIS 323 or permission of instructor. Development and implementation of quality management and continuous improvement practices. Qualitative, analytical, and statistical methods which integrate managerial, technical, behavioral, and economic perspectives. Formerly MS 324 and BUS 324. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
OMIS 386. Management Information Systems (5). Prerequisite, IT 101 or equivalent, and admission to the major, or permission of instructor. Use of computer-based information systems in all functional areas of business. Computer and information technology, resources, management and end-user decision making, and system development. Formerly MS 387 and BUS 387. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
OMIS 387. Systems Analysis, Design, and Implementation (5). Prerequisite, OMIS 386 or permission of instructor. Methods and techniques for the design, development and implementation of computer-based information systems for management and end-users. Emphasizes the integrated nature of modern systems. Formerly MS 387 and BUS 387. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
OMIS 410. Advanced Tools for Analysis and Decision Making (2). Prerequisite, OMIS 386 or permission of instructor. Various topics, such as simulation, advanced spreadsheet/data-base, expert systems, forecasting, or financial and statistical analysis. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits with permission of OMIS advisor. Formerly MS 410 and BUS 410.
OMIS 420. Database Systems in Business (5). Prerequisite, OMIS 386 or permission of instructor. Database management systems theories. Logical data modeling and physical database design and implementation for business process improvement and effective business decision-making. Structured query language.
OMIS 435. Advanced Operations Management (5). Prerequisite, OMIS 323 or permission of instructor. Advanced methods and models for planning, management and decision making in the supply, operations and logistics chain. Emphasizes the integration and coordination of resources for productivity improvement. Formerly MGT 435 and BUS 435. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
OMIS 464. Supply Chain Management (5). Prerequisite, OMIS 323 or permission of instructor. An introduction to the elements of purchasing activities in industrial, commercial, and governmental markets. Analytical, legal, and ethical implications of purchasing decision making.
OMIS 475. Global Supply Chain Management (5). Prerequisite, OMIS 464 or permission of instructor. Global negotiating and purchasing including locating, selecting and managing foreign suppliers, negotiating the purchase of foreign and domestic goods or services and arranging for their shipment.
OMIS 480. Problems and Policies in OMIS (5). Prerequisites, OMIS 387 and OMIS 345 or permission of instructor. The capstone course for the OMIS specialization. Students will complete a comprehensive project which applies skills learned in other OMIS classes to solve business problems and develop appropriate policies. Formerly MGT 480 and BUS 480. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
The following courses and programs are on reserve and may be offered subject to program needs. Programs: Industrial Relations Specialization, Real Estate Specialization, Industrial Relations Minor.
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Faculty Chair:
JoAnn DeLuca
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Professors:
David G. Lygre, Biochemistry
Associate Professor:
John M. Gerdes, Organic, Medicinal
JoAnn P. DeLuca, Organic, Mechanistic
Assistant Professors:
Caleb Arrington, Physical
Jane Arrington, Physical, Analytical
Anthony Diaz, Inorganic, Solid State
Martha J. Kurtz, Science Education
Carin Thomas, Biochemistry
Chemistry is the study of matter, its properties, and the changes it undergoes. The Department offers four majors. In each major, courses in the first two years emphasize fundamental topics in chemistry, mathematics, and physics. Students then choose advanced courses in chemistry and related areas to complete the requirements in their major. These majors provide opportunities for practical experience in chemistry. For example, students are encouraged to take CHEM 490, Cooperative Education, in which they work in a private or public laboratory facility off campus. Students also are encouraged to do research on campus with a faculty member, and to participate in the Department's seminar program.
A minor in Chemistry is offered to supplement careers related fields.
Note: Admission to any Chemistry course requires a minimum grade of C- in each listed prerequisite to that course.
The Bachelor of Arts degree is designed to develop breadth, with an emphasis on Chemistry, that provides maximum flexibility in career choices. For example, students with this major may pursue careers in the health sciences, industry, environmental sciences, and other related areas.
Students are recommended to take MATH 272.1 and 272.2 before taking CHEM 381.
Required Courses CreditsCHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Chemistry 15 CHEM 251, 251.1, Quantitative Analysis 5 CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, Organic Chemistry with CHEM 363, 363.1, Organic Chemistry OR CHEM 431, 431.1, Biochemistry OR CHEM 452, 452.1, Instrumental Analysis 13 CHEM 381, 382, 382.1, Physical Chemistry 10 CHEM 388, Colloquium 1 CHEM 488, Colloquium 1 One of the following not selected above: 3-5 CHEM 345, Environmental Chemistry (5) CHEM 350, Inorganic Chemistry (3) CHEM 431, 431.1, Biochemistry (5) CHEM 383, 383.1, Physical Chemistry (5) CHEM 452, 452.1, Instrumental Analysis (5) PHYS 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 113, 113.1 Introductory Physics OR PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Physics 15 MATH 172.1, 172.2, Calculus 10 Total 73-75
This major qualifies students to teach chemistry at the high school level and general science at the middle and junior high school level. Students should seriously consider working toward endorsement in a second area, such as biology, earth science, physics, or mathematics.
Students are recommended to take MATH 272.1 and 272.2 before taking CHEM 381.
Required Courses CreditsCHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Chemistry 15 CHEM 251, 251.1, Quantitative Analysis OR CHEM 345, Environmental Chemistry 5 CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, Organic Chemistry 8 CHEM 350, Inorganic Chemistry 3 CHEM 431, 431.1, Biochemistry 5 CHEM 381, Physical Chemistry 5 CHEM 488, Colloquium 1 CHEM 492, Laboratory Experience in Teaching Chemistry 2 SCED 324, Science Education in the Secondary Schools 4 CHEM 495, Senior Research OR SCED 495, Research OR CHEM 496, Individual Study 1 PHYS 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 113, 113.1 Introductory Physics OR PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1 183, 183.1, General Physics 15 MATH 172.1, 172.2, Calculus 10 Total 74
The Bachelor of Science major is designed for students who plan a career in chemistry or related fields. The program prepares students for further study in graduate programs, or to enter the workplace directly.
Students are recommended to take MATH 272.1 and 272.2 before taking CHEM 381.
Required Courses CreditsCHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Chemistry 15 CHEM 251, 251.1, Quantitative Analysis 5 CHEM 350, Inorganic Chemistry 3 CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, 363, 363.1, Organic Chemistry 13 CHEM 431, 431.1, Biochemistry 5 CHEM 381, 382, 382.1, 383, 383.1, Physical Chemistry 15 CHEM 388, Colloquium 1 CHEM 452, 452.1, Instrumental Analysis 5 CHEM 488, Colloquium 1 PHYS 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 113, 113.1, Introductory Physics OR PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Physics 10 Department approved electives 12 Total 100
This specialization is designed for students who plan a career in biochemistry or a related health science area such as medicine or dentistry. Majors may pursue further graduate studies, a career in biotechnology or a related industry.
Students are recommended to take MATH 272.1 and 272.2 before taking CHEM 381.
Required Courses CreditsCHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Chemistry 15 CHEM 251, 251.1, Quantitative Analysis 5 CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, 363, 363.1, Organic Chemistry 13 CHEM 431, 431.1, 432, Biochemistry 8 CHEM 381, 382, 382.1, Physical Chemistry 10 CHEM 388, Colloquium 1 CHEM 488, Colloquium 1 Select from one of the following: 3-5 CHEM 350, Inorganic Chemistry (3) OR CHEM 383, 383.1 Physical Chemistry (5) OR CHEM 452, 452.1 Instrumental Analysis (5) BISC 223, Introductory Cellular Biology OR BISC 333, Cellular Biology 5 BISC 365, Genetics 5 BISC 370, Microbiology 5 PHYS 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 113, 113.1, Introductory Physics OR PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Physics 15 MATH 172.1, 172.2, Calculus 10 Total 96-98
Required Courses CreditsCHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Chemistry 15 CHEM 251 and 251.1, Quantitative Analysis OR CHEM 345, Environmental Chemistry 5 CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, Organic Chemistry 8 Department approved upper division electives in Chemistry 3-5 Total 31-33
Chemistry Teaching Minor (1851)
This minor provides prospective secondary teachers with the background needed to acquire a supporting endorsement in chemistry. SCED 324 requires admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Required Courses CreditsCHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Chemistry 15 CHEM 251, 251.1, Quantitative Analysis OR CHEM 345, Environmental Chemistry 5 CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, Organic Chemistry 8 CHEM 492, Laboratory Experience in Teaching Chemistry 2 SCED 324, Science Education in the Secondary Schools 4 Total 34
CHEM 101. Contemporary Chemistry (5). Chemical principles and their application to contemporary problems of human beings and their environment. Four lectures and one laboratory session weekly.
CHEM 105. Processes in Physical Science Chemistry (5). An introductory course stressing the development of chemical concepts through class discussions, labs, and investigative activities. Recommended for students planning to teach in the elementary school (K-6).
CHEM 111. Introduction to Chemistry (4). Principles of chemistry for health science students and for those needing a background in chemistry prior to taking CHEM 181. Not open to students with credits in CHEM 181 or higher.
CHEM 111.1. Chemistry Laboratory (1). Corequisite, CHEM 111. One laboratory session weekly.
CHEM 112. Introduction to Organic Chemistry (4). Prerequisite, CHEM 111. A survey of organic chemical principles and reactions.
CHEM 112.1. Chemistry Laboratory (1). Prerequisite, CHEM 111.1, prerequisite or corequisite, CHEM 112. One laboratory session weekly.
CHEM 113. Introduction to Biochemistry (4). Prerequisite, CHEM 112. A survey of biochemical principles.
CHEM 113.1. Chemistry Laboratory (1). Prerequisite, CHEM 112.1, prerequisite or corequisite CHEM 113. One laboratory session weekly.
CHEM 181. General Chemistry (4). Prerequisites, high school chemistry and qualification for MATH 163.1 or math placement exam, or permission.
CHEM 181.1. General Chemistry Laboratory (1). Corequisite, CHEM 181. One laboratory session weekly.
CHEM 182. General Chemistry (4). Prerequisite, CHEM 181. CHEM 182.1. General Chemistry Laboratory (1). Prerequisites, CHEM 181.1, corequisite CHEM 182. One laboratory session weekly.
CHEM 183. General Chemistry (4). Prerequisite, CHEM 182, 182.1. Four lectures weekly.
CHEM 183.1. General Chemistry Laboratory (1). Prerequisites, CHEM 182.1, prerequisite or corequisite CHEM 183. One laboratory session weekly.
CHEM 251. Quantitative Analysis (3). Prerequisites, CHEM 183, 183.1. Corequisite, CHEM 251.1.
CHEM 251.1 Quantitative Analysis Laboratory (2). Corequisite, CHEM 251. Two laboratory sessions weekly.
CHEM 295. Research (1-6). By permission only. CHEM 296. Individual Study (1-6). By permission only.
CHEM 298. Special Topics (1-6).
CHEM 345. Environmental Chemistry (5). Prerequisite, CHEM 183, 183.1 or permission of instructor. Introduction to aquatic, atmospheric, and soil chemistry. Chemical analysis of substances in natural and contaminated systems. Three lectures and two laboratory sessions weekly.
CHEM 350. Inorganic Chemistry (3). Prerequisites, CHEM, 183, 183.1 and PHYS 113 or 213.
CHEM 361, 362, 363. Organic Chemistry (3,3,3). Prerequisites, CHEM 183, 183.1.
CHEM 361.1. Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2). Corequisite, CHEM 361. Two laboratory sessions weekly.
CHEM 363.1. Qualitative Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2). Corequisite, CHEM 363. Two laboratory sessions weekly.
CHEM 381. Physical Chemistry (Thermodynamics) (5). Prerequisites, CHEM 183, 183.1, PHYS 113 or PHYS 183/183.1 and MATH 172.2. PHYS 183/183.1 and MATH 272.2 recommended.
CHEM 382, 383. Physical Chemistry (3,3). Prerequisite, CHEM 381. CHEM 382.1. Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2). Prerequisites, CHEM 251, 251.1, corequisite, CHEM 382. Six hours of laboratory weekly.
CHEM 383.1. Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2). Prerequisites, CHEM 382.1, corequisite, CHEM 383. Six hours of laboratory weekly.
CHEM 388. Colloquium (1). Analysis and presentation of the chemistry literature on a specific topic.
CHEM 395. Research (1-6). By permission only. CHEM 431. Biochemistry (3). Prerequisite, CHEM 362.
CHEM 431.1. Biochemistry Laboratory (2). Prerequisites, CHEM 361.1, corequisite CHEM 431. Two laboratory sessions weekly.
CHEM 432. Biochemistry (3). Prerequisite, CHEM 362.
CHEM 452. Instrumental Analysis (3). Prerequisites, CHEM 251, 251.1 or permission. Corequisite, CHEM 452.1.
CHEM 452.1. Instrumental Analysis Laboratory (2). Corequisite, CHEM 452. Two laboratory sessions weekly.
CHEM 454. Spectroscopy (3). Prerequisites, CHEM 363, 363.1 and 383 or permission. One lecture and two laboratory sessions weekly.
CHEM 471. Chemistry of the Transition Metals (3). Prerequisites, CHEM 350, 382. A survey of the structure, spectroscopy and reactivity of transition metal compounds, including coordination and organometallic species.
CHEM 472. Inorganic Preparations (2). Prerequisites, CHEM 350, 452. CHEM 383 and 471/571 recommended. Synthesis and characterization of inorganic and organometallic compounds with a lecture-laboratory format.
CHEM 488. Colloquium (1). Analysis and presentation of the chemistry literature on a specific topic. May be repeated.
CHEM 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. Prior approval required. May be repeated. Grade will be S or U.
CHEM 491. Workshop (1-6).
CHEM 492. Laboratory Experience in Teaching Chemistry (2). Prerequisite, 10-15 credit hours in college chemistry and permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit with permission of the Department Chair. Grade will be S or U.
CHEM 495. Senior Research (1-6). By permission only. CHEM 496. Individual Study (1-6). By permission only.
CHEM 498. Special Topics (1-6).
CHEM 499. Seminar (1-5). Students do literature research of a chemical topic and make a presentation to the Department. May be repeated once for credit. Undergraduate Courses on Reserve:
CHEM 461, 462. Advanced Organic Chemistry (3). CHEM 464. Advanced Organic Synthesis (3).
Visit the Communication Department home page.
Faculty Chair:
Alan B. Taylor Bouillon 232
Professors:
Philip M. Backlund, Speech Communication
Corwin P. King, Speech Communication, Public Relations
Associate Professors:
Robert C. Fordan, Journalism
Michael Ogden, Journalism
Alan B. Taylor, Journalism, Public Relations, and Advertising
Assistant Professors:
Lois J. Breedlove, Journalism
Beatrice Pittock, Public Relations
Communication is a social science discipline that focuses upon how, why, and with what effects people use language to convey information. It is among the oldest and the newest fields of study, with historical roots going back to the Greeks and Romans, and other ancient cultures, and with modern roots grounded in the latest developments in science and technology. It provides academic preparation for employment in the media, business and industry, government, education, and social and community service, as well as for advanced work in communication or such fields as law and ministry.
Majors are offered in Journalism, Public Relations, and Communication Studies. The Journalism major acquaints students with the structures, functions, and work methods of the media in preparation for careers in print, broadcast, and online media utilizing oral, visual and written communication. The Public Relations major combines the study of oral, visual and written communication to prepare students for careers in the professional practice of public relations and advertising with corporations, agencies, and non-profit organizations. The Communication Studies major gives students the knowledge and skills necessary for effective communication in interpersonal, small group, and public situations, and is designed to prepare a student for graduate school as well as a variety of career opportunities.
Minors are available in several areas. They are a strong addition to majors in other fields, since there are few occupations where the ability to communicate well is not important.
1. Students pursuing either majors or minors are required to be advised by the departmental faculty.
2. Students must be enrolled in or have completed COM 201 and 289 before obtaining entrance to the majors. All potential majors must have a grade point average of at least 2.4 overall from CWU and have a passing score on the required grammar, spelling and punctuation test.
3. Students wishing to apply for entrance to any of the departmental majors must submit a major application form, a letter of application, and test scores from the departmental admissions test in accordance with department policies.
4. Students must earn a minimum grade of C- in each course allowed toward fulfilling major and minor requirements.
5. The Communication Department reserves the right to modify these requirements as the needs of the Department change and would supersede policies previously published in this catalog.
1. Some required upper-division Communication courses in Public Relations, Journalism, and Communication are limited to students who have been accepted as majors or minors in those programs. Permission to register for these courses must be obtained from the department office. Check catalog listings for specifics about each course.
2. Internship credits: All majors are required to take 5 credits of COM 490, Cooperative Field Experience. Communication Studies majors may elect to take COM 485, Thesis, instead of COM 490. Students shall receive COM 490 credit only if they have major status at the time they enroll for Cooperative Field Experience credit. Students not having major status shall receive COM 290 credit.
3. All Communication Department majors are required to complete a minor from outside the department of at least 20 credits. The minor must be approved by the student’s adviser as being campatible with the student’s long-term academic and career goals. Advertising is considered an internal-department minor and does not fulfill this requirement.
The Communication Department recognizes and rewards superior scholarship. Qualified students are encouraged to enter the Department’s honors program. Entrance requirements include junior or senior class standing, an overall GPA of 3.0, a GPA of 3.4 in courses taken in communication and completion of an honors project.. Please contact the Department Chair for further information.
These courses set the foundation of learning for all disciplines in the communication professions. Students will learn the concepts, skills and professional ethics needed to be communication professionals in our society. All Communication majors must complete the following core classes:
Required Courses CreditsCOM 201, Introduction to Mass Media 4 COM 207,Survey of Oral Communication 4 COM 208, Introduction to Media Writing 4 COM 289, Communication Orientation 2 COM 321, Visual Communication 4 COM 460, Communication Law 4 COM 489, Portfolio Assessment 1 Total Core Classes 23
Communication Studies (2010)
The Communication Studies major combines traditional liberal arts courses with professional courses in oral, written, and visual communication. It is intended for students who seek broad-based training in communication, suitable for graduate study, professional study, or a variety of careers in business and industry.
Communication Core Courses 23 Required Courses CreditsCOM 251,Group Discussion 4 OR COM 252, Argumentation and Debate (4) COM 253, Interpersonal Communication 4 OR COM 302, Intercultural Communication (4) COM 401, Communication Concepts and Processes 4 One of the following: 3 COM 369, Mass Media and Society (3) COM 382, Media History (3) COM 330, Media Aesthetics (3) COM 333, Communication Ethics (3) COM 340, Rhetorical Theories of Communication 4 COM 345, Business and Professional Speaking 4 COM 350, Persuasion 4 COM 365, Organizational Communication 4 One of the following: 4 COM 300, Communication Research Methods (4) COM 375, Interviewing (4) COM 380, Nonverbal Communication (4) COM 430, Listening (4) COM 445, Speech Criticism 4 OR COM 450, Speech Composition (4) COM 451, Assessment of Communication Behavior 4 COM 485, Senior Seminar (Thesis) OR COM 490, Cooperative Education 5 Total (including core classes) 71
Organizations, whether they are industrial, governmental, educational, or corporate, require individuals who communicate with the various internal and external publics. Accurate information on internal operations as they affect the public, as well as policies and decisions of the organization, must be communicated by representatives of the organization. Such persons must be able to speak to groups persuasively, be familiar with all aspects of research, be responsible for monitoring public attitudes and concerns, and be capable of creating various types of camapign documents. Public relations practitioners design internal communication programs for employees, management and other key stakeholder publics.
Communication Core Courses 23 Public Relations Core Courses CreditsCOM 270, Introduction to Public Relations 4 COM 370, Writing For Public Relations 3 COM 300, Communication Research Methods 3 COM 333, Communication Ethics 3 COM 440, Corporate Television 3 COM 475, Public Relations and Advertising Management 4 COM 470, Applied Public Relations 4 COM 487, Public Relations Professional Seminar 3 ME 461, Advertising and Sales Promotion 5 COM 490, Cooperative Education 5 Select from the following: 5 COM 306, Introduction to Online Media (4) COM 330, Media Aesthetics (3) COM 348, Publication Design (3) COM 342A-B, Wildcat Television I (1) COM 442, Wildcat Television II (2-3) COM 468, Observer (1-2) COM 478, Advanced Newspaper Editing (3) Select one from the following: 5 MKT 469, Market Research (5) MKT 360, Principles of Marketing (5) MKT 462, Marketing Promotion Management (5) Total (including core classes) 70
Journalism Major (4350)
The Journalism major helps students become competent in the skills, concepts and perspective they need to be successful in the media. Students will learn to communicate information to a mass audience in a variety of media—print, broadcasts and online. Students also will develop an appreciation for the fundamental roles the media play in our social, political and economic system.
Communication Core Courses 23 Required Courses CreditsCOM 308, Reporting 5 COM 333, Communication Ethics 3 COM 490, Cooperative Education 5 Select one of the following Specialties Print Journalism Specialization (4365) COM 342A, Wildcat Television I 1 COM 347, Copy Editing 3 COM 466, Public Affairs Reporting 4 COM 468, Observer (4) OR COM 478, Advanced Newspaper Editing 4 Broadcast Journalism Specialization (4355) COM 310, Broadcast News Writing 4 COM 341, Television Field Production 4 COM 342A-B, Wildcat Television I (1) OR COM 442, Wildcat Television II (2-3) 3 COM 468, Observer 1 Online Media Specialization (4360) COM 347, Copy Editing 3 COM 306, Introduction to Online Media 4 COM 342A, Wildcat Television I 1 COM 406, Online Media Skills 3 COM 468, Observer 1 Electives Students must choose 8 credits of approved writing courses, 3 credits of media production and 3 credits of media management. No more than 15 credits of Observer (COM 468/478) and Wildcat Television (COM 442) may be accumulated in all categories. Students may then select at least 8 additional credits, within or without the department, to be approved by their advisers. Writing Courses 8 COM 309, Broadcast Advertising Copywriting (4) COM 310, Broadcast News Writing (4) COM 342A, Wildcat Television I (1) COM 370, Writing for Public Relations (3) COM 442, Wildcat Television II (2-3) COM 468, Observer (1-2) COM 478, Advanced Newspaper Editing (3-6) COM 486, Advanced Reporting Seminar (3) Media Production Courses 3 COM 306, Introduction to Online Media (4) COM 322, Television Studio Production (4) COM 341, Television Field Production (4) COM 342B, Wildcat Television I (1) COM 348, Publication Design (3) COM 440, Corporate Television (3) COM 442, Wildcat Television II (2-3) COM 452/453/454, Applied Video Production (1,1,1) COM 470, Applied Public Relations (4) COM 478, Advanced Newspaper Editing (3) Management Courses 3 COM 305, Advertising Copy and Placement (3) COM 349, Media Management (3) COM 442, Wildcat Television II (2-3) COM 475, Public Relations and Advertising Management (4) COM 478, Advanced Newspaper Editing (3) Other Electives 8 COM 300, Communication Research Methods (4) COM 330, Media Aesthetics (3) COM 345, Business and Professional Speaking (4) COM 350, Persuasion (4) COM 369, Mass Media and Society (3) COM 375, Interviewing Principles and Techniques (4) COM 382, Media History (3) COM 401, Communication Concepts and Processes (4) COM 487, Public Relations Professional Seminar (3) Total (including core classes) 70
Students in Teacher Education must meet with the Department Chair and the certification director to determine the course of study necessary for endorsement.
Required Courses Credits
COM 201, Introduction to Mass Media 4
COM 207, Survey of Oral Communication 4
COM 208, Introduction to Media Writing 4
COM 289, Communication Orientation 2
COM 321, Visual Communication 4
COM 460, Communication Law 4
COM 489, Portfolio Assessment 1
Approved Communication Electives 7
Total 30
The minor in Organizational Communication is designed to complement a broad spectrum of majors leading to careers in government, education, and social and community services. Emphasis is placed on an understanding of the basic nature of communication in organizations, and on the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary for effective communication in organizations at the interpersonal small group, and public (large group) levels. Students are urged to consult early with a department advisor for approval of electives courses. Credit for COM 490 will not normally be given until all other courses in the minor have been completed. Not available as a minor for students majoring in public relations.
Required Courses Credits
COM 251, Discussion OR
COM 302, Intercultural Communication 4
COM 345, Business and Professional Speaking 4
COM 365, Organizational Communication 4
COM 375, Interviewing Principles and Techniques 4
COM 490, Cooperative Education 5
Department approved electives 4
Total 25
The advertising minor develops competence in advertising planning, production, and distribution. It complements a range of majors in the liberal arts as well as in business and professional studies and is jointly offered by the Department of Communication and Administrative Management and Business Education. IT 101, Computer Applications, CS 101, Computer Basics, or demonstration of computer competence is a prerequisite to the minor.
Required Courses Credits
IT 358, Spreadsheet Applications 2
IT 368, Database Applications 2
COM 305, Advertising Copywriting and Placement 4
ME 340, Principles of Selling 4
ME 461, Advertising and Sales Promotion 5
MKT 360, Principles of Marketing 5
Select one from the following 3
IT 389, Desktop Publishing (3)
COM 347, Copy Editing (3)
COM 348, Publication Design (3)
Select one from the following 4
COM 306, Introduction to Online Media(4)
COM 309, Broadcast Advertising Copywriting (4)
Total 29
COM 201. Introduction to Mass Media (4). Media study from consumer point of view: media production, politics and history. Required for entrance to major exam.
COM 207. Survey of Oral Communication (4). Introductory course to develop oral communication abilities for functioning effectively in small groups and before audiences.
COM 208. Introduction to Media Writing (4). Prerequisites, ENG 101, COM 201 (may be concurrent enrollement in COM 201). Techniques for writing effectively for the mass media, with attention to the specific media audience.
COM 250. Public Speaking: Practice and Criticism (4). Practice in selection, organization, and presentation of effective public speeches. Attention also given to theory and practice of speech criticism.
COM 251. Discussion (4). Analysis and practice of communication principles affecting effectiveness of small group discussion. Includes theory and practice of leadership and problem solving in small groups.
COM 252. Argumentation and Debate (4). Development of skills in oral advocacy. Content of the course will center on evidence, tests of acceptable evidence, effective implementation of evidence, patterns of reasoning, tests for validity.
COM 253. Interpersonal Communication (4). Investigation of theory, research and practice of the role of communication in effective interpersonal relationships.
COM 270. Introduction to Public Relations (4). Prerequisires, COM 208 or permission of the instructor. The basic concepts of public relations; the tools and media used in communicating with the variety of publics.
COM 289. Communication Orientation (2). Portfolio construction, resume and career information. Survey of Communication majors and department requirements. Required for entrance to major. Formerly COM 488. Students may not receive credit for both.
COM 290. Cooperative Field Experience (1-6). Internship designed to explore career opportunities in the major. Open to all students. Grade will be S/U.
COM 296. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
COM 298. Special Topics (1-6).
COM 300. Communication Research Methods (3). Prerequisite, majors status or permission of instructor. Methods of gathering, measuring, analyzing qualitative and quantitative communication research.
COM 302. Intercultural Communication (4). The objective of this course is to give the participants the skills and understanding necessary to improve communication with peoples of other nations and cultures. Same as ANTH 302. Students may not receive credit for both.
COM 305. Advertising Copywriting and Placement (4). Prerequisite, major status or permission of instructor. Preparation and placement of advertising in mass and selective media. Theory and techniques of advertising writing and media buying.
COM 306. Introduction to Online Media (4). An introduction to the theories and concepts of the online media.
COM 308. Reporting (5). Prerequisite, COM 208, major status or permission of instructor. Information gathering and research skills to produce well-developed news stories for print, broadcast and online media.
COM 309. Broadcast Advertising Copywriting (4). Prerequisites, COM 208, major status or by permission of the instructor. The principles and techniques used in writing effective radio and television commercials and promotional copy.
COM 310. Broadcast News Writing (4). Prerequisites, Major status and COM 208, major status or by permission of instructor. Writing and producing news copy for the electronic media. Techniques used in broadcast news gathering, on the scene coverage, interviewing, and producing television newscasts. Formerly COM 209. Students may not receive credit for both.
COM 315. Studies in Communication (1). Specialized topics in communication to increase practical communication skills. May be repeated for credit under different topics. Grade will be S or U. A. Communication and Stress B. Communication and Conflict C. Communication and Consensus D. Managing Speech Fright E. Interviewer Skill F. International Communication.
COM 321. Visual Communication (4). Prerequisites, Major status, or permission of instructor. Understanding the com-munication of visual messages for an audience, production of visual images in print, video, and digital forms.
COM 322. Television Studio Production (4). Prerequisite: COM 321. An introduction to the production elements of a television show, with an emphasis on the function and operation of studio lighting, audio, and cameras. Formerly COM 221. Students may not receive credit for both.
COM 330. Media Aesthetics (3). An examination of the fundamental elements of electronic media, including light, space, motion, and sound.
COM 333. Communication Ethics (3). The study of ethical issues in communication.
COM 340. Rhetorical Theories of Communication (4). Prerequisite, 15 credits of communication or permission of instructor. Survey of rhetorical theory and practice from ancient to modern times. Examination of classical, renaissance and modern historical periods and transitions to current theories of communication.
COM 341. Television Field Production (4). Prerequisites, major status, COM 321 and COM 309 or COM 310, or permission of instructor. May be repeated twice for credit . Principles and techniques of information gathering and visual storytelling. Applications of video to journalism, advertising and public relations.
COM 342A. Wildcat Television I (1). Prerequisite, COM 208. Gather, write, and report news stories for regularly scheduled newscasts on KCWU-TV. Grade will be S or U. COM 342B. Wildcat Television I (1). Prerequisite, COM 322. Help produce regularly scheduled newscasts on KCWU-TV. Grade will be S/U.
COM 345. Business and Professional Speaking (4). Prerequisite, permission. Oral communication in career and professional settings with focus on public presentations, briefings and persuasion.
COM 347. Copy Editing (3). Prerequisites, COM 208, major status or permission of instructor. The editing process; edit copy for content and mechanics; write headlines and cutlines.
COM 348. Publication Design (3). Prerequisites, major status or permission of instructor. Publication design, the theories of graphics, headlines and text. Management of the design process.
COM 349. Media Management (3). Prerequisites, major status or permission of instructor. Principles of management employed in the planning, organizing, staffing, and budgeting newspapers, magazines, broadcast stations and cable television operations.
COM 350. Persuasion (4). Role of persuasion in society, elements of human motivation, techniques and appeals of the persuader.
COM 351. Visual Anthropology (4). Prerequisites, ANTH 130 or ART 225 or COM 321 or 330 or by permission of the instructor. Provides methodological, theoretical and practical background to produce and evaluate imagery in film and video; guidelines and practice of image presentation/manipulation in anthropological and social contexts. Same as ANTH 351. Students may not receive credit for both.
COM 365. Organizational Communication (4). Function, forms, and patterns of communication in organizations. Effects of organizational structures and dynamics on communication. Methods of evaluating communication policies and practices as an aid to organizational management. Writing intensive course.
COM 369. Mass Media and Society (3). Relationship of the mass media to social institutions; including philosophy, responsibilities, regulations and criticism. Same as SOC 369; students may not receive credit for both.
COM 370. Writing for Public Relations (3). Prerequisite, COM 270, major status or by permission of the instructor. Practical instruction in persuasive writing, news releases, broadcast material, speeches, institutional messages, newsletter articles, employer publications, backgrounders, features, and corporate profiles.
COM 375. Interviewing Principles and Techniques (4). Examination of the basic principles and techniques of interviewing and their application in informational, employment, and persuasive/counseling contexts. Extensive in-class and community experience in interviewing provided.
COM 380. Nonverbal Communication (4). Interpretation and analysis of four categories of nonverbal behavior; paralanguage, action language, object language, and uses of space and time. Formerly COM 280 and same as ANTH 380. Students may not receive credit for more than one.
COM 382. Media History (3). A survey of the history of American media, emphasizing an understanding of the technological, social, and cultural trends affecting the print, broadcast and public relations industries.
COM 401. Communication Concepts and Processes (4). Examination of human communication on an individual, interpersonal, and public level. Exploration of the relationship between communication theory and the practice of communication in various professional settings.
COM 406. Online Media Skills (3). Prerequisites, COM 306, major status or permission of instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Advanced skills, theories, and management to create online media.
COM 430. Listening (4). Principles of effective listening. Exploration of personal listening practices and improving them both in and outside the classroom setting. This is a writing intensive course.
COM 440. Corporate Television (3). Prerequisites, COM 321, and either COM 309 or COM 370, major status or by permission of the instructor. A study of methods used in the conceptualization, design and production of non-broadcast video programs. Consideration of management needs and training requirements.
COM 442. Wildcat Television II (3). Prerequisite, Major status, COM 308 and COM 310. For three credits, also COM 322 and COM 341, or permission from instructor. Gather, write, report and produce regularly scheduled newscasts on KCWU-TV. May be repeated to a limit of eight credits.
COM 445. Speech Criticism (4). Prerequisite, 20 credits of communication, or permission of instructor. Theory and methodology in the description, analysis and evaluation of rhetorical discourse.
COM 450. Speech Composition (4). Prerequisite, COM 250 or COM 345. Preparation and delivery of specialized forms of public address. Writing speeches for others, advanced forms of style and support, and speeches for special occasions. Offered alternate years. Writing intensive course.
COM 451. Assessment of Communication Behavior (4). Prerequisite, Major status and COM 401. Theory and practice in and study of methodology for gathering and analyzing data on human communication. Behavior identification, instrument types and uses, and assessment strategies. Offered alternate years.
COM 452, 453, 454. Applied Video Productions (1,1,1). Prerequisites, COM 321, and major status or by permission of the instructor. Assist in the operation and programming of KCWU-TV, Ellensburg. Grade will be S or U.
COM 460. Communication Law (4). Prerequisite, Major status or permission of instructor and COM 201. Understanding legal issues for the communication professions including libel, slander, privacy, copyright, First Amendment.
COM 466. Reporting of Public Affairs (4). Prerequisite, Major status and COM 308 or by permission of the instructor. An advanced reporting course with emphasis on live coverage of governmental activities at the local level, including city councils, courts and law enforcement agencies, school boards, and business and the environment. Writing intensive course.
COM 468. Observer (1-2). Prerequisites, COM 208 or permission of the instructor. Reporting and photo assignments on the campus newspaper. May be repeated to a limit of 6 credits.
COM 470. Applied Public Relations (4). Prerequisite, COM 300, COM 370, major status or by permission of the instructor. Creation of a public relations program for an organization, agency or institution. Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory or field work per week.
COM 475. Public Relations and Advertising Management (4). Prerequisites, COM 470, major status or by permission of the instructor. Application of theory and concepts to managing public relations and advertising accounts.
COM 478. Advanced Newspaper Editing (3-6). Prerequisite, COM 208, COM 347, COM 468 and permission. Administrative responsibilities for students serving as editors of the campus newspaper. Variable credit with a maximum of six credits. May be repeated.
COM 485. Senior Seminar (5). Prerequisites senior standing, major status. A research project leading to a thesis.
COM 486. Advanced Reporting Seminar (3). Prerequisites, COM 308, major status or by permission of the instructor. Issues and skills in specialized reporting and writing situations. Seminar topics will change from quarter to quarter. Class may be repeated for up to nine credits.
COM 487. Public Relations Professional Seminar (3). Prerequisite, COM 470 and Public Relations major status. Advanced Public Relations Seminar topics will change from quarter to quarter. Course may be repeated for credit.
COM 489. Portfolio Assessment (1). Prerequisites, major status, senior standing. End of program assessment activities. Preparation, presentation, and evaluation of a professional portfolio of work produced during the major.
COM 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). Prerequisite, major status and approval of Department Chair. Individual contract arrangement involving student, faculty, and cooperating agency to gain practical experience in communication. Grade will be S/U.
COM 491. Workshop (1-6). COM 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. COM 498. Special Topics (1-6).
COM 499. Seminar (1-5).
The following courses and programs are on reserve and may be offered subject to program needs. COM 101. Communication and Issues (5); COM 110. Oral Communication Skills (3); COM 429. Classroom Communication (5).
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