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ASL 101 - Beg American Sign Lang I
Students will learn basic signs and hand parameters in American Sign Language (ASL) and practice visual comprehension, signing, and basic expressive and receptive skills with support in the laboratory setting. This class teaches the cultural aspects of ASL and the American Deaf community that requires students¿ active participation. In addition, instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities are mandatory components.
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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ASL 102 - Beg American Sign Lang II
Students will continue to learn basic conversation and hand parameters in American Sign Language and practice visual comprehension, signing, classifiers, and basic use of ASL Gloss with support in the laboratory setting. This class continues the study of cultural aspects of ASL and the American Deaf community that requires students¿ active participation. In addition, instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities are mandatory components.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: ASL 101 with a C- or better)
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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ASL 197 - Independent Study
Allows lower-division students to independently study a particular aspect of ASL culture and language. A written proposal for the study/research must be approved in advance by the sponsoring faculty member and the program chair. Number of units depends on the nature of the student’s academic goals and the consent of the faculty advisor.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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ASL 201 - Intermediate ASL I
Students will continue to learn conversational signs and hand parameters at the intermediate level in ASL and practice visual comprehension, signing and expanded classifier use with support in the laboratory setting. The class continues the study of the cultural aspects of ASL and the American Deaf community that requires students’ active participation. In addition, instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities are mandatory components.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: ASL 102 with C- or better)
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS, WCLP World Cult & Lang Prof-BA
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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ASL 202 - Intermed ASL II
Continues the study and perfection of intermediate American Sign Language skills. Focuses on perfecting visual comprehension, signing, writing with gloss system, and using basic expressive and receptive skills for real-life settings. Studies readings and videos. Classes and extracurricular activities teach the aspects of ASL and the deaf culture. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: ASL 201 with a C- or better)
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS, WCLP World Cult & Lang Prof-BA
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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ASL 297 - Independent Study
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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ASL 301 - Adv American Sign I
Taught in American Sign Language (ASL) for extensive study in developing visual comprehension, signing, writing with gloss system, and using expressive and receptive skills. Enhances understanding of deaf communities and deaf culture.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: ASL 202 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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ASL 302 - Adv American Sign II
A continuation of ASL 301 .
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: ASL 301 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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ASL 395 - Special Topics: Deaf Culture
Studies a particular topic in American Sign Language. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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ASL 397 - Independent Study
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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ASL 497 - Independent Study
Individual study of a particular aspect of the ASL culture or language. A written proposal for the study/research must be approved in advance by the sponsoring faculty member and the program chair. Number of credits depends on the nature of the student’s academic goals and the consent of the faculty advisor.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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BIO 106 - Introduction to Plant Science
Introduction to plant science including structure, growth processes, propagation, physiology, growth media, biological competitors, and post-harvest factors of food, fiber, and ornamental plants. Includes lecture and laboratory components.
General Education: B2 Life Science, B3 Laboratory Activity
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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BIO 131 - Bioethics
This course equips students to interpret and critically assess the basic problems, methods, and approaches to the field of bioethics, and familiarizes the students with the main ethical theories of bioethics. Through a combination of readings, videos, other media and classroom exercises students learn to identify and comprehend the philosophical components of the public discussion on bioethical issues and appreciate the importance of ethical dialogue across different cultures and traditions. Through the use of interpersonal and small group discussions and presentations, students will understand the legal and public policy implications of bioethics and become able to understand the interplay of morality and law both at a general level and in relation to specific bioethical issues.
General Education: A3 Critical Thinking
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BIO 148 - Introduction to Animal Training
Explores the field of animal training from a psychological and a technical perspective. Provides a theoretical background in relevant animal behavior and psychological principles related to the practical goal of modifying captive animal behavior. Topics include the history and ethics of animal use and training, and practical animal training techniques. Students intern at least one day at Moss Landing Marine Labs assisting in the care and training of research-trained sea lions. Fee charged for course materials. (Offered through Extended Education.)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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BIO 195 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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BIO 196 - Biology Introductory Research Practicum
This course engages students in locally-relevant research and introduces them to the research process. Through hands-on lab and/or field work, students develop proficiency in sampling, surveying, and analysis techniques, and gain understanding of the foundations and conventions of biological research. Students will also learn the importance of and explore opportunities for academic and career development in the sciences. This course may require field trips on weekends and dates when classes are not normally in session.
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 1
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BIO 204 - Introduction to Life Science
An introduction to biomolecules, the structure and function of living cells, cell cycle, reproduction, evolution, and the diversity of organisms. Designed for Liberal Studies majors and science majors who need additional biology background to succeed in majors-level biology courses.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE Area B4 with a C- or better)
General Education: B2 Life Science
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BIO 210 - Molecular and Cell Biology and Animal Physiology
First semester of a two-semester core biology series. Examines cell structure and function; cellular respiration and photosynthesis; cell signaling and reproduction; transmission and molecular genetics, transcription and translation; control of gene expression; biotechnology; comparative animal form and function; animal development. Enrollment conditional upon pre-assessment score, AP Biology exam score 4, or completion of BIO 204 . Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 111 allowed if A- in CHEM 110 .
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: CHEM 111 with a C- or better) and (Coreq or Prereq: BIO 210L )]
General Education: B2 Life Science
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BIO 210D - BIO 210 Workshop
Optional supplemental problem-solving workshop for BIO 210 in an active-learning setting.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: BIO 210 )
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 210L - Molecular and Cell Biology and Animal Physiology Lab
The goals for this laboratory course are to develop a sound understanding and practice of laboratory safety and laboratory science, to expose students to the major techniques used in molecular biology laboratories, and to gain hands-on experience exploring the form and function of major animal organ systems. This course may have a lab fee.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: BIO 210 )
General Education: B3 Laboratory Activity
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 211 - Ecology, Evolution, Biodiversity and Plants
This is the second semester of the two-semester core biology sequence. Examines the diversity of life, the evolutionary processes that unites all life, the form and function of higher plants, and the ecological processes that govern the interactions of living and non-living components of the earth. These concepts will be grounded in an exploration of local biology and global climate change.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: BIO 210 and (MATH 130 or MATH 150 ) and (GE Area A1) with a C- or better) and (Coreq: BIO 211L )]
General Education: B2 Life Science
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BIO 211D - Workshop for BIO 211
Optional supplemental problem-solving workshop for BIO 211 in an active-learning setting.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: BIO 211 )
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 211L - Ecology, Evolution, Biodiversity and Plants Lab
Required lab course for BIO 211 . Focuses on biodiversity, evolution, plant biology and doing scientific research in ecology and plant physiology. Lab course fee may be charged.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: BIO 211 )
General Education: B3 Laboratory Activity
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 230 - Environmental Biology
This course focuses on the conservation of biodiversity, evolutionary processes that affect conservation and restoration, and the ecological concepts that underlie many environmental issues. These concepts will be grounded in issues in sustainability with a focus on climate change. In addition, the systems nature of environmental issues will be woven through the course. Lab course fee may be charged.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: (GE Areas A1 and B4) and (CHEM 109 or CHEM 110 or ENVS 201 or FYS 124 or GEOL 210 or ENVS 282 or PHYS 121 with a C- or better)]
General Education: B2 Life Science, B3 Laboratory Activity
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BIO 292 - Professional Development for Scientists
This course is intended for students who will seek or are participating in undergraduate science internships. Students will explore opportunities for career development, create standard documents for applying to professional experiences, and develop their professional communication and networking skills. Students will also be introduced to campus services that support career development, including the Science Internship Program and the Career Development Center.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 295 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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BIO 297 - Independent Research
Student and faculty member select topic for research project.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Instructor consent required)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-2
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BIO 301 - Research and Technical Writing in Biology
Intended for biology majors, this course will develop skills in the written communication of biological information to the scientific community, emerging scientists, policy makers and to the general public. This course provides an introduction to bibliographic research, design/interpretation of experiments, visual presentation of results, and preparation of technical communications in biology. It is designed to enhance the skills of biology majors by focusing on those elements of research, interpretation, and written presentation that typically require considerable practice.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better) AND (Coreq: BIO 320 or BIO 341L or BIO 340 )]
University Requirement: GWAR Graduation Writing Assess
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 2
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BIO 310 - Biochemistry I
Covers biomolecular structure and function, biological oxidation and reduction, metabolism including respiration and photosynthesis, membrane transport, and biotransformation.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 210 and BIO 211 ) and (CHEM 210 or CHEM 211 or CHEM 312 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BIO 310L - Biochemistry Lab
Optional lab course for BIO 310 . Lab course fee may be charged.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: BIO 310 or CHEM 310 with a C- or better) or (Coreq: BIO 310 or CHEM 310 )]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 2
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BIO 311 - Genetics
This upper division course provides an in-depth, background in all areas of classic Mendelian genetics, population and evolutionary genetics, and molecular genetics. Students who successfully complete this course should be able to discuss and understand all of the above areas of genetics and have sufficient basic knowledge to successfully move on and master advanced topics in genetics. These outcomes will be achieved by learning how geneticists solve problems and make new discoveries.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better) and (BIO 210 and BIO 210L ) and (BIO 211 and BIO 211L )]
General Education: UDB Integrated Scientific Inquiry and Quant Reason
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Units: 4
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BIO 320 - Microbiology
Introduces the biology of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, protozoa, algae, fungi), their significance as model systems for understanding fundamental cellular processes, and their role in human affairs. Also introduces the biological properties of bacterial and animal viruses, replication, methods of detection, interactions with host cells and multicellular hosts.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: BIO 211 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BIO 322 - Plant Pathology
Explores the biology and control of plant pathogens including fungi, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes. Topics covered will include differences in pathogen morphology, the phylogenetics of plant pathogens, host plant resistance, and the epidemiology of plant pathogens. Course fee may be required.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: BIO 211 and BIO 211L with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 4
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BIO 330 - Vertebrate Physiology
Structure and function of major animal organ systems, with an emphasis on mammalian physiology.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 210 and BIO 210L ) and (BIO 211 and BIO 211L ) and (PHYS 150 or PHYS 220 or PHYS 221 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BIO 332 - Plant Physiology
Plant Physiology focuses on the structure and function of plants throughout their development from seeds through reproduction. Covers special plant adaptations, plant symbiotic relationships, hormones, nutrition, and biotic and abiotic plant stressors. Discussions and exercises will cover from the biochemical level through the organismal level with many practical examples in agricultural and ecological settings.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: BIO 210 and BIO 211 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 3
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BIO 340 - Ecology
Introduces ecological concepts and theory by exploring the marine and terrestrial ecosystems of Monterey Bay. A systems approach teaches how organisms interact with one another and with the natural world around them. Emphasizes population, community, and ecosystem level ecology.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 230 or BIO 211 ) and (MATH 150 ) and (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4) with a C- or better]
General Education: UDB Integrated Scientific Inquiry and Quant Reason
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BIO 341 - Evolution Bio & Pop Genetics
Overview and explanation of evolutionary processes, ranging from microevolutionary changes in allelic frequency due to mutation, genetic drift, gene flow and natural selection to macroevolutionary processes such as speciation, extinction and the evolution of biodiversity.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: BIO 210 and BIO 211 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BIO 341L - Evolution and Population Genetics Laboratory
Students will participate in laboratory activities, in silico and in vitro, that demonstrate evolutionary processes in action such as mutation, genetic drift, gene flow, and natural selection. Students will conduct an open-ended research project using an in silico instance of evolution. These activities will support learning in the lecture portion of BIO 341 .
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: BIO 210 and BIO 210L and BIO 211 and BIO 211L with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 342 - Plant Communities of CA
Surveys terrestrial ecosystems across California. Emphasizes the biotic and abiotic factors that determine the extents of these ecosystems. Plant identification and distribution in ecosystems of the Monterey Bay area. May include one or more weekend field trips.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: BIO 211 or BIO 230 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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BIO 344L - Environmental Biotechnology Lab
Laboratory course covering techniques for prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA purification, amplification, subcloning, and sequence analysis, used in the context of providing earth systems information. Additional knowledge and skills acquired include microbial cell culture, primer design, proposal writing. Lab course fee may be charged.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 210 and BIO 210L ) and (BIO 211 and BIO 211L ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BIO 347 - Working with Marine Mammals
Explores current topics and careers working with marine mammals. Topics include practical knowledge of captive marine mammal husbandry (care and maintenance), training, basic physiology, an overview of common research topics and techniques, as well as public display, education, and current issues in marine mammalogy. Students intern at least one day at Moss Landing Marine Labs assisting in the care. Requires completion of a college biology course. (Offered through Extended Education.)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE Area B2 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Summer term only
Units: 3
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BIO 356 - Zoology Specimen Preparation
Preparation and care of animal specimens for museums/education. Students learn species identification, relaxation and wet preservation of marine invertebrates, pinning and mounting of insects, and preparation and preservation of salvaged mammals and birds for study skins. (Recommend prior completion of one or more of the following: BIO 345, BIO 360 , BIO 362 , BIO 364 , BIO 366, BIO 420 , or BIO 448 )
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 211 and BIO 211L ) or (BIO 230 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Winter term only
Units: 2
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BIO 360 - Natural History of California Wildlife
Students learn about the ecology, evolution, and protection status of common or otherwise noteworthy mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish of central California. Lab/field components provide students with experience conducting wildlife surveys/research and aid development of field observation and identification skills.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 211 and BIO 211L ) or (BIO 230 and ENSTU 300 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BIO 362 - Field Ornithology
Field Ornithology introduces students to bird identification and field research techniques, and exposes them to broad concepts in avian biology. Lecture components of the course will cover avian diversity, evolutionary history, physiology, behavior, and ecology. Field and laboratory components of the course will train students in the practical application of standardized field methods, including census techniques, behavioral observations, and habitat measurements.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 211 and BIO 211L ) or (BIO 230 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Summer term only
Units: 4
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BIO 364 - Mammology
Concepts and skills related to the study of mammals. Lecture components (2 hours per week) will cover the origin, evolution, adaptation, biogeography, physiology, ecology, and behavior of mammals. Lab/field components (4 hours per week) will focus on the identification and classification of mammals and provide students with experience using standard field techniques to survey terrestrial mammals native to central California. Requires one or more weekend fieldtrips.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 211 and BIO 211L ) or (BIO 230 and ENSTU 300 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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BIO 378S - Health Sciences Service Learning
Through active work directly with people in medically underserved communities, students discover how class, ethnicity, language, and immigration status affect access to health care in the Monterey County. Through service, journaling, readings, and data analysis students will explore medical access issues and the factors that lead to social injustice and inequity.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 210 and BIO 211 ) with a C- or better]
University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 5
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BIO 379S - Biology Service Learning
Addresses strategies for supporting equitable formal and informal educational opportunities and access to healthy natural environments for all, regardless of their cultural, linguistic, or economic background. Service learning placements in schools and other agencies help students deepen their understanding of basic biology principles and methodologies for facilitating learning by diverse students and community members.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 210 and BIO 211 ) with a C- or better]
University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BIO 380 - Practical Computing for Scientists
This course will focus on developing the base tool set for implementing advanced computing in the design and analysis of research projects. Content of the course is geared towards novice students (i.e. those with little or no previous programming experience) who will learn practical computational approaches to modern research questions by applying programming concepts and approaches to real data sets. Areas of study will focus on skills related to data manipulation, management, and analysis.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: STAT 250 and [(BIO 211 and BIO 211L ) or (BIO 230 )] with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BIO 392 - Biology Seminar Series
Upper division seminar course based on lectures from visiting faculty and biology professionals from Research 1 institutions, biotechnology, and other biology-related careers. Includes reading and critical analysis of peer reviewed literature, seminar and journal club discussion, and attendance in seminar series. May be repeated for credit up to three times.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: BIO 211 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 394 - Biology Internship
Students work with practicing professionals in the community in a volunteer or paid internship that requires biology skills. Academic credit is awarded for documented learning that takes place during the internship and that meets individualized and core internship outcomes.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: BIO 211 with a C- or better and Instructor Consent)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-2
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BIO 395 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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BIO 397 - BIO Independent Research
Student and faculty member select topic for research project.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Instructor permission required)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-2
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BIO 410 - Bioinformatics
This course emphasizes the integration of modern biological methods and research questions with the computationally intensive approaches necessary for analyzing the associated “Big Data”. Students will gain a deeper understanding of topics such as molecular biology, evolution, probability, and computational tools by implementing genomic approaches to both applied and basic research fields in order to conduct bioinformatic analysis using data from genomic-scale research projects.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GWAR and BIO 311 and BIO 380 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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BIO 412 - Comparative Genomics
This course will explore the areas of genomics and comparative biology and their relationships to both basic and applied areas of research. Students will learn about the applications and contributions of a “genomic” perspective to topics such as evolutionary biology, functional genetics, genetic structure, and systems biology.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GWAR and BIO 311 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 3
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BIO 413 - Molecular Genetics
A comprehensive molecular genetics course for majors covering DNA replication, repair and mutation, regulation of transcription and translation, and analysis and manipulation of genes at the molecular level.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GWAR and BIO 311 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BIO 414 - Molecular Cell Biology
Cell structure, membrane transport, cell division, molecular genetics, recombinant DNA, mechanisms of evolution, and the basis of classification. Applies fundamental principles and experimental approaches in four areas of cell biology: cell cycle regulation, signal transduction, intracellular protein transport, and structure and function of cytoskeleton, including cell-cell and cell-substrate interactions. Explores recent advances in the fields of molecular and cell biology.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GWAR and BIO 311 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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BIO 420 - Marine Invertebrate Zoology
Advanced survey of the biology of invertebrates, stressing comparative functional morphology, evolution, phylogeny, systematics, natural history, behavior, and aspects of physiology and development. Emphasizes the living animal and its habitat.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GWAR AND MSCI 345 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BIO 421 - Microbiology Research
This course is a group capstone course focused on compiling and analyzing the individualized student data collected in the prior semester of microbiology. This synthesized data will then be supported by an in-depth literature review that includes advanced topics in microbiology relevant to the hypothesis being explored. The work will be presented to a broader audience in written and/or oral formats.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GWAR and BIO 300 and BIO 320 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BIO 425 - Systematic and Molecular Mycology
Examines the diverse world of fungi in terrestrial ecosystems. Fungi are ecologically and economically important decomposers, symbionts and pathogens. Introduces current fungal research topics (e.g. pathogenicity) and explore both next generation sequencing technologies for the analysis of fungal diversity, growth and virulence mechanisms.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: BIO 311 AND (BIO 320 OR BIO 322 ) AND GWAR) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BIO 430 - Marine Experimental Physiology
This course uses a group project approach to address a real-world marine environmental physiology problem. This course will increase knowledge retention and integration of concepts in marine science, physiology and biology, and teach students what it is like to work in a research laboratory setting. Includes group capstone project option.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: STAT 250 and (MSCI 331 or BIO 310 ) and GWAR) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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BIO 444 - Molecular Ecology & Evolution
Students will learn to apply molecular laboratory and analytical methods to questions in the fields of ecology and evolution and use these methods to execute and present a research project.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: GWAR and (BIO 311 or BIO 341 or MSCI 341 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BIO 448 - Freshwater Ecology
In-depth exploration of freshwater and estuarine ecosystems, including aquatic organisms and their taxonomy; the ecology of freshwater ecosystems; and the influences of biogeochemistry, water quality, hydrology, and geomorphology on biota. The course focuses on applying ecological and chemical knowledge to assessing and managing freshwater ecosystems. Will include weekend or odd-hour field trips with concurrent field/laboratory section.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: BIO 340 and GWAR and (ENVS 350 or ENVS 332 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 4
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BIO 449 - Community Ecology
This course will provide students with an in-depth exploration of concepts examining how species interactions shape the structure and composition of plant and animal communities. Lecture covers topics on species interactions such as competition, predation, herbivory, and mutualism, as well as principle theories explaining coexistence and species diversity. Discussion explores classic and modern literature representative of research in the field, with an emphasis on communities in California.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GWAR and BIO 340 and STAT 250 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BIO 461 - Eukaryotic Molecular Biology
Advanced project-based lab and lecture course develops skills and understanding of current techniques in eukaryotic genetics and molecular biology. Six hours lab and two hours lecture per week.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: BIO 311 with a C- or better) or (Coreq: BIO 311 )]
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 4
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BIO 472 - California Flora
Uses taxonomy and systematics of higher plants of California with a focus on morphology, development, and other characteristics to classify plants.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BIO 342 and GWAR) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BIO 491 - Biology Honors Capstone
Assists students in completing their biology research capstone project. These projects are independent in nature, and should be approved by the capstone course instructor and your research mentor prior to enrollment. The student’s research mentor may have been on the CSUMB campus, or as a Summer REU on another campus, or research at an associated research agency or institution.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GWAR with a C- or better and Instructor Consent)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 492 - Course-Based Capstone
Assists students enrolled in a capstone project course in preparing their final written report, poster, and/or oral presentation for their Senior Capstone Project. Students must have completed an approved Biology Capstone Project Course prior to enrolling in BIO 492.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: GWAR with a C- or better) and ((Prereq: BIO 461 with a C- or better) or (Coreq: BIO 410 or BIO 412 or BIO 425 or BIO 444 or BIO 461 ))]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 493 - Biology Education Capstone
Provides a culminating Biology Education experience, which may include curriculum development, enhancement, and/or assessment. Course should be taken after a education-related service learning experience.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: GWAR and BIO 311 and (BIO 341 or BIO 330 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BIO 494 - Biology Capstone Internship
Students work with practicing professionals in the community in a volunteer or paid internship that requires advanced biology knowledge and skills, and synthesis of biology with other disciplines. Academic credit is awarded for documented learning that takes place during the internship and that meets individualized and core internship outcomes.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Instructor Consent Required)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-2
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BIO 495 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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BIO 497 - Independent Research
Student and faculty member select topic for research project.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: Senior Standing) (Instructor Consent Required)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-2
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BIO 510 - Bioinformatics
This course emphasizes the integration of modern biological methods and research questions with the computationally intensive approaches necessary for analyzing the associated ¿Big Data.¿ Students will gain a deeper understanding of topics such as molecular biology, evolution, probability, and computational tools by implementing genomic approaches to both applied and basic research fields in order to conduct bioinformatic analysis using data from genomic-scale research projects.
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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BIO 544 - Molecular Ecology and Evolution
Students will learn to apply molecular laboratory and analytical methods to questions in the fields of ecology and evolution and use these methods to execute and present a research project.
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 4
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BIO 548 - Freshwater Ecology
In-depth exploration of freshwater and estuarine ecosystems, including aquatic organisms and their taxonomy; the ecology of freshwater ecosystems; and the influences of biogeochemistry, water quality, hydrology, and geomorphology on biota. The course focuses on applying ecological and chemical knowledge to assessing and managing freshwater ecosystems. Will include weekend or odd-hour field trips with concurrent field/laboratory section.
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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BIO 549 - Community Ecology
This course will provide students with an in-depth exploration of concepts examining how species interactions shape the structure and composition of plant and animal communities. Lecture covers topics on species interactions such as competition, predation, herbivory, and mutualism, as well as principle theories explaining coexistence and species diversity. Discussion explores classic and modern literature representative of research in the field, with an emphasis on communities in California.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: ENVS 550 ) or (Coreq: ENVS 550 )]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BIO 595 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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BIO 597 - Independent Study
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Instructor Consent Required)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1-2
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BUS 200 - Personal and Professional Responsibility in Business
Students learn that personal and professional responsibility are the foundation of responsible businesses whose focus is balancing the quintuple bottom line (profit, people, planet, equity, and ethics). Personal responsibility explores personal values, identity, and career interests. Professional responsibility explores understanding stakeholders and community. Students will apply key concepts of personal and professional responsibility to the quintuple bottom line.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BUS 201 - Macro Economics
Macroeconomics introduces students to the basic concepts of GDP, inflation, unemployment, trade-balance, consumer price index, and interest. Students apply these concepts to explain real life macroeconomic situations and discuss policy alternatives on topics such as: fairer distribution of income, sustainable economic growth, right mix of fiscal and monetary policies in booms or recessions, impact of trade wars on trade balances, causes of recessions & booms.
General Education: DGSS General Social Sciences
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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BUS 202 - Micro Economics
Microeconomics is the traditional social science that studies human behavior with respect to how resource allocation decisions are made at the individual, firm, and societal levels. Microeconomics focuses on behavioral theory which explains market behavior and its implications for public policy; income distribution; and contemporary problems of labor and business. Topics include economic issues that focus on equity, diversity, and ethics from a stakeholder perspective.
General Education: DGSS General Social Sciences
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BUS 203 - Financial Accounting
Accounting principles and concepts essential to an understanding of the role of accounting in the collection, interpretation, use, and reporting of business data. While attention is given to the uses of accounting data by investors, emphasis is on the needs of management and the limitations and usefulness of accounting data for purposes of planning and controlling business activities. Students reflect on the ethical and compliance requirements for financial reporting. (Offered classroom-based, hybrid or online.)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BUS 204 - Business Statistics
Provides an overview of mathematics skills and elementary statistical procedures used in business applications and applied research settings. Places special preparatory emphasis on quantitative reasoning skills. Develops proficiency in the use of data in tables, graphs, and elementary descriptive statistical applications; linear correlation and regression models; probability theory and probability distributions; hypothesis testing and statistical inference.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: Exclude First Time Freshman)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BUS 205 - Managerial Accounting
Explores uses of accounting data. Covers budgeting & profit planning, cost-volume-product relationships, principles and purpose of accounting information systems, designing and using internal cost control systems, identifying and tracking product costs, cost standards and variance analysis, and reporting for decision making. Develops an understanding on the creation and impact of accounting information systems on business decisions, ethics and strategy. (Offered classroom-based, hybrid or online)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: BUS 203 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BUS 206 - Business Law
Examines the principles of law as they apply to everyday business, including ethical-social responsibility. Legal topics include forms of business entities, & legal issues, e.g., corporate governance, shareholders, board of directors & officers, mergers, issuance of securities & taxation. Other legal subjects include constitutional law, torts/Cybertorts, criminal law, agency/employment law, employment discrimination, & contracts and E-commerce.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BUS 299 - Business Analytics Fundamentals
Provides fundamentals of business analytics - how to frame and use analytics techniques to solve business problems using Excel to support business decisions. Topics include built-in Excel functions, scenario and what-if analyses using logical nested-IFs, data visualization using charts, database and analyses, automation using VBA, and introduction to SAS.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: MATH 115 or MATH 130 or (GE Area B4) with a C- or better)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BUS 300 - Major ProSeminar
Students develop an Individualized Learning Plan that will guide their learning experiences at CSUMB and their continuing professional development. (Offered classroom-based, hybrid or online courses.)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 201 and BUS 203 ) and (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3) with a C- or better and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Administrative Use Only
Units: 2
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BUS 300S - Business Ethics in Action
Students explore their professional aspirations and ethical values. They develop respect for multiple perspectives through community reflections. Students finalize individual learning plans. They integrate business concepts with Service Learning components. This learning takes place in the context of community development in the Monterey County area with a minimum of 30 service hours.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better) and Junior or Senior Standing)
General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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BUS 301 - Managerial Statistics
Introduces contemporary statistical tools with an emphasis on applied methodologies as desired for future managers. Methodology for statistical analysis of business and economic data, such as time series methods, ANOVA, forecasting methods, investment valuation, real options, linear optimization, news vendor, and simple transportation problem are introduced. Focuses on decision making and risk management in business. (Sections may be offered as classroom-based, hybrid or online courses.)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: ((MATH 115 or MATH 130 ) and BUS 299 ) with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BUS 302 - Bus Milestone Experience
Students entering into the major will demonstrate their understanding of core concepts of financial and managerial accounting, micro- and macro-economics, and statistics. Core concepts will be reinforced through review and testing. Through an integrative case, students will actively participate to demonstrate critical business skills of teamwork, communication (oral and written), quantitative reasoning and critical thinking.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: BUS 201 and BUS 202 and BUS 203 and (BUS 204 or STAT 100 ) and BUS 205 ) with a C- or better]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1
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BUS 303S - Participation in Community Economic Development
Students explore concepts of culture and cultural identity, differential power relationships among cultural groups, and ways to achieve greater equity and social justice. Students explore ethical dilemmas which occur when business and personal perspectives differ from that of community stakeholders. They do so in the context of community development in the Monterey region. As an integral aspect of learning, students work with a community nonprofit organization and reflect on that experience.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq or Coreq: (BUS 300 and BUS 304 with a C- or better) and (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)]
University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
Typically Offered: Administrative Use Only
Units: 6
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BUS 304 - Business Communication, Ethics, and Critical Thinking
Enables upper division students to acquire & demonstrate critical thinking & business writing & speaking skills. Examines ethical & socially responsible behavior through case studies. Students learn & demonstrate empathetic written & oral communication skills, problem-solving strategies, & analytical skills applicable to real world business issues & events. (Offered: class-based or hybrid.)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
University Requirement: GWAR Graduation Writing Assess
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BUS 305 - Principles of Management
Concepts of management including managerial roles, organizational and team dynamics, leadership and motivation, decision making, ethical and legal issues, and communication. Individually and in teams, students explore how organizations do or do not function effectively in international and multicultural contexts. Students also develop management plans as part of multi-course business planning process. (Offered classroom-based, hybrid or online.)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 204 or Elementary Stats equivalent with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BUS 306 - Fundamentals of Marketing
Market opportunity identification, market and competitive analysis, consumer behavior measurement and analysis, use of marketing tools, strategic market planning and program development, organization and management of marketing and distribution value chain, product management, ethical and legal aspects of marketing along with corporate social responsibility, and applications of Internet marketing are studied. (Offered classroom-based, hybrid or online.)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (MATH 115 or MATH 130 ) with a C- or better and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BUS 307 - Finance
Emphasizes the entrepreneur/manager raising funds at minimal cost and risk, and the allocation of those funds to increase shareholders’ wealth and company value. Encompasses financial statements, time value of money, bond/stock valuation, cost of capital, and related subjects. Reviews international aspects of financial management. Develops both the skills and ability to understand the impact of financial decision making to business and its stakeholders. Stresses ethical financial reporting.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: (BUS 201 or equivalent) and (BUS 202 or equivalent) and (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4) with a C- or better)]
General Education: UDB Integrated Scientific Inquiry and Quant Reason
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BUS 308 - Information Systems for Decision Making
Designing Information Systems by applying quantitative and analytical concepts for decision making in business using advanced tools such as nested IFs, macros, database functions, VBA procedures, data visualization, and SAS. Students analyze data to create business intelligence by implementing complex spreadsheet-based information systems. (In-class, hybrid, or online format).
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: (BUS 204 or STAT 100 ) and (BUS 299 or equivalent) with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BUS 309 - Principles of Operations Management
Emphasizes interrelationships between operations, marketing, & finance. Major topics covered include decision making, strategy in a global environment, capacity planning & production, quality concepts, statistical process control (SPC), human resources, J I T, inventory control, & MRP. Students organized into teams to write & present a semester case study on a contemporary topic. Classroom-based, hybrid or online.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: (BUS 299 or equivalent) and (BUS 204 or Elementary Stats equivalent) with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BUS 310 - Entrepreneurship
Focuses on the entrepreneurial process, opportunity recognition, entry strategies, market opportunities, business plan creation, financial projections, venture capital, debt & other forms of financing, external assistance for startups & small businesses, legal, tax, & ethical issues, intellectual property, franchising, & entrepreneurship economics. Internet & eCommerce examples are provided. (Offered classroom-based, hybrid or online.)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: BUS 304 and BUS 305 and BUS 306 with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing) and (Prereq or Coreq: BUS 307 )]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BUS 311 - Operations Management - Service Organizations
Explores operational systems in service industries such as banking, hospitality, financial services, and telecommunications. This course is also applicable to nonprofit organizations. Examines the customer service delivery, internal processes, and operational principles that govern service-based industries and nonprofit organizations. May be taken in place of BUS 309 or BUS 312. Classroom-based, hybrid or online course.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: ((BUS 299 ) and (BUS 300 or BUS 300S or HOSP 300 ) and (BUS 304 ) and (BUS 305 ) with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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BUS 321 - Electronic Commerce: Mrkting
Firms are experiencing dramatic shifts in standard business practices caused by the emergence of a global electronic marketplace and investment in web commercialization. Explores models firms are applying in a socially responsible and ethical manner. Focuses on the marketing issues in commercialization of computer-mediated environments (CMEs) like the WWW and emerging electronic media. (Offered classroom-based, hybrid or online.)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: BUS 306 with a C- or better and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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BUS 322 - Integrated Marketing Communications
Integrated Marketing Com are explored by creating a new product. Develops marketing communication plans that include traditional methods such as advertising, sales promotion, public relations, direct marketing, and product placements as well as current social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, blogs, mobile marketing, location marketing, etc. Examines marketing communications over the product life cycle. (In-class, hybrid, or online format).
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: BUS 306 with a C- or better and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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