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BIOL (Biology)
  

  • BIOL 311-311L - Principles of Ecology and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 3, 1
    Basic principles of ecology including the sub disciplines of physiological ecology, population ecology, community ecology, evolutionary ecology, and ecosystems ecology from both a theoretical and applied aspect. Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 311. Cross-Listed: NRM 311 . Notes: BIOL 311L is an optional, stand-alone lab.


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  • BIOL 325-325L - Physiology and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 4
    Basic cell physiology, neural, hormonal and neuroendocrine control systems. Coordinated body functions.  Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 325. Prerequisites: BIOL 221-221L  and 8 credits of chemistry. Corequisites: BIOL 325L-325.


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  • BIOL 371 - Genetics (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Principles governing the nature, transmission and function of hereditary material with application to plants, animals, humans, and microorganisms. Prerequisites: BIOL 101  or BIOL 151 .


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  • BIOL 373 - Evolution (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This course provides an overview of biological evolution and its evidence, examines  micro- and macro-evolutionary forces that drive biological diversity, and helps students understand the relevance of evolutionary theory in contemporary issues. Prerequisites: BIOL 151 .


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  • BIOL 415-415L/515-515L - Mycology and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Comprehensive taxonomic survey of the kingdom Fungi; reproductive biology, physiology, genetics, and ecology of fungal organisms; relationship to fungi to human affairs.  Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 415-415L/515-515L. Prerequisites: BIOL 101  or BIOL 151 . Corequisites: BIOL 415L-415/BIOL 515L-515. Cross-Listed: PS 415-415L/515-515L .


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  • BIOL 439-539 - Biology of Aging

    Credits: 3
    Physical, sensory, and physiological changes with age, aging of cells and tissues. Cellular, developmental, endocrine and other theories of aging. Pathologies of aging. Prerequisites: BIOL 325 .


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  • BIOL 448 - Molecular and Microbial Genetics

    Credits: 4
    This course in molecular genetics will cover the concepts and the molecular mechanisms in genetics of prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. Students will study the molecular processes underlying gene structure and function, will learn the major components and their basic structures in molecular genetics, will understand the molecular mechanisms of major biological processes such as gene expression and regulation, and will learn to interpret the results from the literature in molecular genetics. In addition, the course will provide a comprehensive coverage of the common molecular tools and their applications. Prerequisites: BIOL 204  or BIOL 371 . Cross-Listed: MICR 448 .


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  • BIOL 466-566 - Environmental Toxicology and Contaminants (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This course will prepare students in the area of Ecological Effects of Toxic Substances and other contaminants. Wildlife toxicology and impacts of agriculture on the Northern Plains will be emphasized. Topics covered will include pesticides, heavy metals, aquatic and terrestrial ecotoxicity and other topics related to Wildlife Toxicology. Cross-Listed: NRM 466-566 .


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  • BIOL 467-467L/567-567L - Parasitology and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 3
    The broad field of animal parasitology, including protozoa, helminths, and arthrodpods. Emphasis on identification, life histories, control, and economic and medical importance. Laboratory includes morphology and identification of representative groups of parasites, as well as techniques of diagnosis of parasitic disease.  Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 467. Prerequisites: BIOL 101  or BIOL 151 . Corequisites: BIOL 467L-467/BIOL 567L-567. Cross-Listed: ZOOL 467-467L .


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  • BIOL 470-570 - Cancer Biology (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This course will address the current research directed at understanding the molecular and cellular basis of cancer and explore potential therapeutic targets. Topics covered will emphasize cell cycle regulation and apoptosis, cellular control of proliferation and differentiation, genetic alterations, growth factors and signal transduction, invasion and metastasis, and angiogenesis. Prerequisites: BIOL 202  or BIOL 204  or Instructor consent.


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  • BIOL 476-576 - Advanced Mammalian Physiology

    Credits: 4
    An advanced study of the physiological mechanisms utilized by mammals to regulate body functions with the nervous and endocrine systems, to acquire and use chemical energy from their environment, and to integrate the functions of the organs’ systems to maintain the health of the animal. Emphasis is placed on applying physiological concepts and principles to solve problems. Previous courses in anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry are recommended. Prerequisites: BIOL 221  or VET 223  or instructor written consent. Cross-Listed: VET 476-576 .


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  • BIOL 483-483L - Developmental Biology and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 4
    Analysis of the processes of animal development beginning with the formation of female and male gametes (ova and sperm) and ending with organ differentiation. Evolutionary concepts of animal development, developmental genetics, and molecular biological approaches to the analysis of development.  Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 483. Prerequisites: BIOL 151  and BIOL 153 .


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BIOS (Biological Sciences)
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

BLAW (Business Law)
  

  • BLAW 350 - Legal Environment of Business (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This is a study of legal topics as they apply to the business environment. Topics include an introduction to the law, the U.S. Court system, legal process, government regulation, and criminal, tort, and contract issues. Cross-Listed: BADM 350 .


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  • BLAW 351 - Business Law (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This course involves a thorough study of the law of contracts, sales, product liability, agency, corporations and other selected topics. Prerequisites: BADM /BLAW 350 . Cross-Listed: BADM 351 .


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  • BLAW 457 - Business Ethics (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This course is a study of the ethical implications of managerial decisions. Topics covered include the responsibility of the organization to the individual and society, the role of the individual within the organization, and ethical systems for American business. The course provides an examination and assessment of current American business practices. Cross-Listed: BADM 457 .


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BOT (Botany)
  

  • BOT 127 - Ethnobotany

    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to provide an overview of the traditional and current uses of plants native to the Great Plains The course will help students: (1) Become familiar with standard field keys and to become competent with identification of plants of the region. (2) Learn to find and recognize 40-50 plant species of special significance to the indigenous peoples of the region. (This includes sight identification, knowledge of common plant habitats, preparation of herbarium collections, methods of propagation and modern horticultural practices.) (3) Participate in hands-on demonstrations of traditional and modern methods for the preparation and utilization of native plants (e.g. cooking, dye making) (4) Discover and share with the class in-depth information on one native plant species, not covered in the formal portion of the class.


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  • BOT 201-201L - General Botany and Lab (COM) [SGR #6]

    Credits: 3
    A phylogenetic approach to the study of plant diversity and evolutionary relationships emphasizing structure and function of plant systems. Laboratory experience that accompanies BOT 201 Prerequisites: BIOL 101  or BIOL 151 . Corequisites: BOT 201L-201. Notes: Course meets SGR #6 .


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  • BOT 301-301L - Plant Systematics (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Principles of phylogeny, classification, nomenclature, evolution; demonstrations, field study and laboratory practice in collection, preserving, and identifying plants. Prerequisites: BIOL 103  or BIOL 153 . Corequisites: BOT 301L-301.


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  • BOT 303-303L - Forest Ecology and Management and Lab

    Credits: 3
    The basics of environmental factors which control the growth of trees and forests and how forests in North America are managed. Corequisites: BOT 303L-303. Cross-Listed: HO 303-303L .


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  • BOT 327-327L - Plant Physiology and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 4
    Chemical and physical principles of plant function including water relations and energy metabolism; genetic, environmental and hormonal regulation of plant growth and development; and plant responses to stress. Laboratory experience the accompanies BOT 327. Prerequisites: Select one group: BIOL 101  and BIOL 103 ; or BIOL 151  and BIOL 153 ; or BOT 201  and BIOL 101 ; or BOT 201  and BIOL 151 . Corequisites: BOT 327L-327.


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  • BOT 405-405L/505-505L - Grasses and Grasslike Plants and Lab

    Credits: 3
    A systematic survey of grasses and grasslike plant of the northern Great Plains; field and lab practice in collection and identification of graminoid plants; discussion of unique biological aspects of grasses and grasslike plants that make them economically and ecologically significant.  Laboratory experience that accompanies BOT 405-505. Prerequisites: BIOL 103  or BIOL 153 . Corequisites: BOT 405L-405/505L-505.


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  • BOT 415-415L/515-515L - Aquatic Plants and Lab

    Credits: 3
    A systematic survey of vascular plants that grow in wetland habitats, and a study of their adaptations to life in the water. Field and laboratory practice in identification and recognition of common aquatic plans.  Laboratory to accompany BOT 415-515. Prerequisites: BIOL 103  or BIOL 153 . Corequisites: BOT 415L-415/515L-515.


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  • BOT 419-419L - Plant Ecology and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Description of plant communities, their dynamics and instruction. Environmental factors and their relationship with plants. Field trips.  Laboratory experience that accompanies BOT 419. Prerequisites: BIOL 103  or BIOL 153  or BOT 201 . Corequisites: BOT 419L-419.


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CA (Consumer Affairs)
  

  • CA 110 - Individual Financial Literacy

    Credits: 1
    Introduction to personal financial management. Topics covered include banking; budgeting; and financial statements.


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  • CA 111 - Individual Financial Management

    Credits: 1
    Introduction to personal financial management. Topics covered include leasing and buying; credit cards and credit management; and time value of money.


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  • CA 150 - Introduction to Consumer Affairs

    Credits: 2
    Foundations of the discipline of consumer affairs, including history and mission; role in meeting the needs of individuals and families through business, public and government sectors; the integrative nature of the discipline; and career opportunities. Analyze professionals traits, personal skills and knowledge needed to attain a position in the desired profession of consumer affairs. Overview of courses and sequencing for the Consumer Affairs major.


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  • CA 230 - Consumer Behavior

    Credits: 3
    Understanding cultural, economic, social, psychological conditions, and media environments that influence the consumer purchase process in the marketplace. Study of diverse types of consumer subcultures. Cross-Listed: CS 230 .


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  • CA 289 - Consumers in the Market

    Credits: 3
    Welfare of the consumer in relation to government regulation, policies, laws, consumer rights and responsibilities, and the economic system.


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  • CA 321 - Consumer Needs and Program Funding

    Credits: 3
    Students will develop skills to conduct consumer needs assessments to inform program planning. Grant proposal writing will focus on program needs impacting resource access and availability for individuals, families and communities. Skills will be demonstrated through the development of a needs assessment and grant proposal.


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  • CA 340 - Work Family Interface

    Credits: 3
    Introduction to resource management theories, processes and principles as applied to efficient use of human, time, social, and material resources in promotion of individual and family well-being. Balancing work and family is addressed as an application of family resource management. Prerequisites: ENGL 201 .


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  • CA 345 - Foundations in Financial Management

    Credits: 3
    Financial resource management related to the economic aspects of family financial planning. Specifically addresses major financial planning issues and problems that individuals and families encounter including goal setting, saving, borrowing, risk management, basic tax structure, investment diversification, and basic considerations for retirement and estate planning. Emphasis will be given to application of time value of money across the content.


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  • CA 350 - Family Financial Management I

    Credits: 3
    Principles and practices of insurance needs and selection, investment strategies to realize financial goals and income tax planning to improve financial well-being of families. Technical skills required of family financial planners are emphasized. Prerequisites: CA 345 .


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  • CA 360-360L - Quantitative Research Methods in Consumer Affairs and Lab

    Credits: 4
    Developing and analyzing quantitative research in the area of consumer and family economics.  Research ethics, basic statistical analysis, and interpretation of quantitative data will be focused to provide students meaningful tools to understand the issues related to consumers. Prerequisites: CA 340 . Corequisites: CA 360L-360.


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  • CA 375 - Financial Counseling and Debt Management

    Credits: 3
    Students will develop skills to educate individuals and families in financial planning and management with an emphasis on debt counseling. Effective counseling techniques and practices will be explored.  Prerequisites: CA 345 .


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  • CA 412 - Consumer Policy Analysis

    Credits: 2
    Analysis of emerging issues and related consumer policies facing individuals, families and the global community. Prerequisites: CA 494 .


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  • CA 430 - Consumer Decision Making

    Credits: 3
    Study of theories and principles in judgment and decision making and behavioral economics. Barriers and strategies to improve consumer judgment and decision-making will be addressed including heuristics and biases, role of emotion and social forces. Cross-Listed: CS 430 .


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  • CA 442 - Family Resource Management Lab

    Credits: 3
    Application of resource management concepts to improve individual and family economic well-being. The course emphasis is placed on managerial activities of families with limited resources. Management involves facing opportunities and solving the practical problems of everyday life, coordinating the activities of family members and making and implementing decisions. A required service learning experience (20 hours) will provide an opportunity for direct application of resource management concepts to the problem solving process. Prerequisites: Must be junior or senior standing.


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  • CA 450 - Family Financial Management II

    Credits: 3
    Principles and practices of retirement planning, saving and estate planning to improve financial well-being of families. Comprehensive case study will incorporate family financial planning principles addressed in CA 350 (Family Financial Management I). Prerequisites: CA 350 .


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  • CA 455 - VITA Certification

    Credits: 1
    Students will become certified as VITA (Voluntary Income Tax Assistance) Tax Preparer upon successful completion of the online certification training and exam.


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  • CA 487 - Transition to the Professional World

    Credits: 2
    Students acquire personal and professional skills necessary for success in the workplace. Students will secure an internship and address internship expectations. Prerequisites: CA 150 , CA 230 , CA 289  and CS 377 .


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