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Course offerings (days/times) can by found online and in MyCentral under “Records and Registration.”  Fall courses are available to view by early February, spring courses in late September, and summer courses in late December. 
 

Biology
  

  • BIOL 4711 - Animal Ecology (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Ecological principles and concepts pertaining to populations, communities, and ecosystems with special emphasis on animals. Both field work with local examples and laboratory work are part of this course. This course is co-listed with BIOL 5711. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110  and BIOL 1112  and BIOL 2020 . An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • BIOL 4722 - Conservation Biology (3)

    This is a synthetic course applying the multidisciplinary approaches of ecology, biogeography, evolution, genetics and economics to the global biodiversity crisis. This course is co-listed with BIOL 5722. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1110 , and BIOL 2020 .
  

  • BIOL 4919 - Wildlife Policy and Law (3)

    Introduction to the principles of wildlife policy and law in North America. This course will survey the history of wildlife law in the U.S. and examine the evolution of wildlife law by examining specific legislation. It will also familiarize students with ecosystem and wildlife issues that shape wildlife law, as well as public attitudes toward the value of ecosystems and wildlife. This course is co-listed with BIOL 5919. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2020  or (CJ 1000  and BIOL 1003 ) or (CJ 1000  and BIOL 1005 ). Sometimes offered online.
  

  • BIOL 4950 - Laboratory Intern (1)

    Under direct supervision, students will assist in the preparation, supervision, and assessment (with the exception of grading) of laboratory activities in the School of Natural Sciences . May be repeated for a maximum of 2 semester hours.
  

  • BIOL 4953 - Ecology Field Course (1-6)

    Advanced field methods and analysis of the physical, chemical, and ecological aspects of diverse marine ecosystems. On a rotating basis, the field course may focus on marine, northern temperate woods, and alpine systems. May be repeated as topics vary. Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor.

Business Administration
  

  • BADM 1400 - Business Orientation (1)

    Business Orientation is designed to facilitate students’ orientation to the School of Business Administration (SoBA) and the University of Central Missouri. This course is available for Business Administration students and will count for free elective credit. Topics will include university resources, academic skills, time management, setting and achieving goals, as well as future careers choices within the six HCBPS emphasis areas including Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Management, and Computer Information Systems. Fall.
  

  • BADM 1500 - Foundations of Business (1)

    The course will present an introduction to economics, accounting, marketing, finance, and management. Other areas to be examined include business organization, networking, workplace communication, and decision-making. Students will develop soft skills needed to enhance an individual’s interactions, job performance and career prospects. Fall.
  

  • BADM 1505 - Job Shadowing (2)

    The course will pair a High School student and a local employer. Areas examined include daily routine and operations of business positions, skills and responsibilities associated with the profession, and actual decision-making issues faced by an organization. Spring.
  

  • BADM 2000 - Orientation to HCBPS (0)

    Seminar course to orient and inform transfer students regarding Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies (HCBPS) and UCM requirements, policies, and procedures.

Business Law

In addition to any course prerequisites listed for the courses below, the Harmon College of Business and Professional Studies also enforces a course leveling prerequisite.  This means that freshmen (those who have earned 0-29.5 semester hours of college credit) may enroll in 1000 level courses only, sophomores (completed 30-59.5 semester hours) may enroll in 2000 or 1000 level courses, juniors (completed 60-89.5 semester hours) may enroll in 3000, 2000 or 1000 level courses and seniors (all students who have earned 90 semester hours) may enroll in 4000 level courses or below.
  

  • BLAW 2720 - Legal Environment of Business (3)

    Survey of a number of areas of law that are important to persons as citizens and as participants in economic activity. Included are the legal process, business ethics, contracts, torts, constitutional law, agency, business organization, and employment law. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • BLAW 2750 - Legal and Ethical Decision Making in the Workplace (3)

    Designed to help students identify, analyze and resolve both ethical and legal issues they will encounter both early in their careers and in the years to come.
  

  • BLAW 3721 - Law of Business Transactions (3)

    Comprehensive discussion of laws concerning the formation and performance of contracts, sale of goods transactions, creation and transfer of negotiable instruments and selected other areas of commercial law. Prerequisite(s): BLAW 2720 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • BLAW 4740 - Employment Law (3)

    Current analysis of legal issues in the workplace relating to the employment process. Focus covers a broad spectrum, including Title VII/Equal Employment Opportunity, Fair Labor Standards Act, OSHA, ERISA and labor law. Policy issues involving discrimination, affirmative action and sexual harassment will be covered, as well as applied topics such as the legality of the hiring process. This course is co-listed with BLAW 5740. Prerequisite(s): BLAW 2720 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall.
  

  • BLAW 4750 - Collective Bargaining (3)

    Roles and strategies of labor, management, and the Government as the active participants in the negotiation and performance of the labor contract. This course is co-listed with BLAW 5750. Prerequisite(s): BLAW 4740 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

Business Teacher Education
  

  • BTE 1200 - Applied Lab for Essentials of Managing Information (1)

    Reinforcement activities for students with limited background in computer applications and tools, along with tutoring to prepare students for CTE 1210  Essentials of Managing Information.
  

  • BTE 1530 - Keyboarding (2)

    Touch operation of alphabetic, numeric, and symbol keys found on most computer keyboards, word processors, and typewriters; introduction to document formatting.
  

  • BTE 1532 - Intermediate Keyboarding (3)

    Emphasis on building speed and accuracy. Includes document formatting. Prerequisite(s): Prior instruction in touch keyboarding.
  

  • BTE 2560 - Organizational Administration and Event Planning (3)

    Provides students with foundational knowledge of organizational administrative procedures including examination of leadership styles, and strategies for planning, conducting, and following up events.
  

  • BTE 3110 - Consumer Finance and Economics (3)

    Competencies related to income, taxes, money management, spending, use of credit, saving, and investing. Issues and strategies for responsible personal financial management across the life-span.
  

  • BTE 4210 - Methods of Teaching Business and Marketing Education (3)

    Prepares student as teachers of business education by assisting in the development of instructional methods and techniques for student-oriented classroom instruction. This course is co-listed with BTE 5210. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program; senior standing, or by school approval. This is a professional education course.
  

  • BTE 4241 - Coordination of Cooperative Education Programs (3)

    Organizing and implementing cooperative career and technical education programs. This course is co-listed with BTE 5241.
  

  • BTE 4260 - Special Topics in Business Teacher Education (1-3)

    Topics will be listed in appropriate course schedules. May be used to teach specific microcomputer software or to cover other critical topics in business education and office administration as new technologies develop. This course is co-listed with BTE 5260. Prerequisite(s): senior standing.
  

  • BTE 4280 - Implementing Business and Marketing Education (3)

    Addresses information needed to design, implement, and maintain vocational career and technology education programs, and lab management and resources. This course is co-listed with BTE 5280. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program or approved alternative pathway to certification. This is a professional education course.
  

  • BTE 4510 - Desktop Publishing for Business (3)

    Includes business desktop publishing concepts that utilize basic to intermediate design principles for creating comprehensive document layouts with polished professional-looking images. This course is co-listed with BTE 5510.
  

  • BTE 4535 - Data Input Technologies (2)

    Technologies and processes for managing data in an information system. Emphasizes efficient input methods and alternative technologies along with appropriate document formatting and information management. Prerequisite(s): Keyboarding speed of 35 wpm with 95 percent or higher accuracy on a 5-minute timed writing.
  

  • BTE 4550 - Publishing Applications for Business (2)

    Business publishing using application tools and production fundamentals for print or web-ready documents and pages. Explores effective web communication techniques and principles of e-business. This course is co-listed with BTE 5550.
  

  • BTE 4560 - Emerging Technologies for Business (2)

    Students will explore current and emerging technologies that focus on information management, dynamic communication, and collaboration in the digital business environment, considering attributes and benefits. This course is co-listed with BTE 5560. Sometimes offered online.

Career and Technology Education
  

  • CTE 1000 - Introduction to Career and Technical Education (1)

    An introduction to the fields associated with the profession of teaching Career & Technical Education in Missouri public schools. Will help set the stage for students who are planning to teach in the CTE fields.
  

  • CTE 1210 - Managing Information Using Computer Applications GE (2)

    Application of current and emerging software to gather, evaluate, communicate, and manage information for academic and professional success while adhering to academic guidelines for research and data management. Fall, Spring, Summer.
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Foundational Skills Competency #5 in the Managing Information area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • CTE 1300 - Introduction to Engineering Design (3)

    Use engineering-related, problem-solving skills in design development processes. Create, analyze, and communicate model product solutions using solid modeling computer design software. Fall, Spring.
  

  • CTE 1500 - Gateway to Engineering (3)

    Introduction of Project Lead The Way’s® “Gateway To Technology” MS program instructional units. Includes math, science, and technology integration for success in teaching pre-engineering skills. Spring.
  

  • CTE 2000 - Technology and Society GE (3)

    Explores the nature of technology, technological systems found in all cultures, the control of technology, and implications for change.
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Foundational Skills Competency #5 in the Managing Information area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • CTE 3000 - Technology for Teaching (1)

    Designed to assist preservice educators in implementing instructional technology in the classroom to effectively deliver lesson content, learn the basics of 1:1 implementation, and design engaging lessons based on current educational pedagogy and technology models. Recommended pairing with either FLDX 2150  or FLDX 4970 . Prerequisite(s): Admission to the teacher education program. Fall, Spring.
  

  • CTE 3060 - Technical Writing GE (3)

    Technical writing basics, techniques, and applications. Uses a practical focus so students internalize the skills necessary to produce clear and effective documents and reports. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 ; or ENGL 1080  with a grade of C or higher.
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Foundational Skills Competency #1 in the Writing II area of the UCM General Education Program.

    This course is equivalent to MOTR ENGL 110 Technical Writing in the Written Communication Knowledge Area.
  

  • CTE 3116 - Creative Thinking for a Better World GE (3)

    Understanding and applying formal creative thinking techniques as a responsibly-engaged member of society in order to affect positive change for a better world.
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #9 and Foundational Skills Competency #4 in the Engagement area of the UCM General Education Program.

     

     
  

  • CTE 4000 - Special Projects in Career and Technical Education (1-3)

    Investigation of contemporary problems and issues in career and technical education by selected individuals or groups This course is repeatable. Prerequisite(s): written contract/proposal with objectives and written school consent.
  

  • CTE 4022 - Teaching/Administration Intern (1-3)

    Provides a mentored administration/teaching experience at the secondary/post-secondary level. Evaluation by on-site mentor and Coordinator of Technology and Occupational Education. This course is co-listed with CTE 5022. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): CTE 4145 , CTE 4160 , and school chair consent. This is a professional education course.
  

  • CTE 4090 - Special Problems in Career and Technology Education (1-3)

    Meets student needs for additional research and/or laboratory experience in the development of technical knowledge and skills in the areas of technology and occupational education. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): written contract/proposal with objectives and written school consent.
  

  • CTE 4100 - CTTE 1 - Curriculum & Assessment (3)

    Introduce new CTE teachers to the developmental characteristics of students, curriculum mapping developing a scope sequence, and the role of CTE in public schools, including the mission of CTE. In addition, an introduction on using formative and summative assessments, along with becoming familiar with district policies and grading procedures will be presented. This course is co-listed with CTE 5010.
  

  • CTE 4110 - Foundations of Career & Technology Education (3)

    Synthesizes Career and Technical Education’s history, past and current issues, legislation, and philosophical foundations. This course is co-listed with CTE 5110. This is a professional education course.
  

  • CTE 4115 - Lab Management & Safety (3)

    Students will learn to plan and equip engineering and technology labs based on curriculum and educational standards. Students learn to develop a lab safety program. Prerequisite(s): junior standing or consent of instructor.
  

  • CTE 4120 - CTTE 2 - Curriculum & Methods (1)

    Familiarize new CTE teachers with techniques for motivating students to learn. Instructional methods and strategies will be explored including reinforcing effort and providing recognition. Teachers will continue work on curriculum mapping along with developing unit and lesson plans. This course is co-listed with CTE 5020. Prerequisite(s): CTE 4100 . Corequisite(s): CTE 4130 . Sometimes offered as hybrid. Spring.
  

  • CTE 4125 - Methods of Teaching ETTE (3)

    The course will introduce students to problem-based learning pedagogical techniques, guided inquiry, as well as develop expertise in the delivery/presentation phase of instruction. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Education Program. CTE 4145  should either have been completed or taken concurrently. This is a professional education course.
  

  • CTE 4130 - CTTE 3 - Curriculum, Methods, & Planning (2)

    New CTE teachers will learn instructional planning techniques including lesson planning, unit planning, and the continuation of curriculum mapping. Teachers will work on instructional methods such as identifying similarities and differences, nonlinguistic representation, identifying learning styles, and cooperative learning. This course is co-listed with CTE 5030. Prerequisite(s): CTE 4100 . Corequisite(s): CTE 4120 . Sometimes offered as hybrid. Spring.
  

  • CTE 4140 - New Teacher Institute (3)

    Develop teaching/instructional management skills needed to perform effectively in classrooms/laboratories. Includes structured activities designed to assist beginning vocational-technical teachers during their first teaching years. This course is co-listed with CTE 5015.
  

  • CTE 4145 - Curriculum Construction in Career and Technical Education (3)

    Assist new in-service and pre-service educators in selecting and organizing course content, including federal and state guidelines, for career and technology education courses and programs. This course is co-listed with CTE 5145. This is a professional education course.
  

  • CTE 4150 - Vocational Guidance (3)

    Facilitate awareness and ability in vocational guidance. Includes problems, methods, and procedures for assisting individuals in choosing, preparing for, entering, and progressing in their vocation. This course is co-listed with CTE 5245.
  

  • CTE 4160 - Methods of Teaching Career and Technical Education (3)

    Principles and techniques of presenting information, giving demonstrations and facilitating student learning including managing the learning environment. This course is co-listed with CTE 5260. Prerequisite(s): For BS degree, CTE 4145 . For BSE degree, Admission to Teacher Education Program or instructor approval. This is a professional education course.
  

  • CTE 4165 - Performance Assessment in Career and Technical Education (3)

    Designed to assist CTE educators and administrators in critiquing, planning, developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving student performance assessments in the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains. This course is co-listed with CTE 5265. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
  

  • CTE 4180 - Adult Education and Training (3)

    Principles, objectives, philosophies, organization, administration, and supervision of adult education and training programs within career and technical education and/or industry teaching and learning environments. This course is co-listed with CTE 5280.
  

  • CTE 4210 - CTTE 4 - Current Topics in CTE (2)

    Provides additional, just-in-time content for CTE teachers in curriculum, assessment, and special needs. Topics will include Missouri Learning Standards, academic integration, and 21st Century skills. Prerequisite(s): CTE 4130 . Corequisite(s): CTE 4220 . Sometimes offered as hybrid. Fall.
  

  • CTE 4220 - CTTE 5 - Management, Guidance, & Special Needs (2)

    New CTE teachers will learn to design interventions and consequences for problem behaviors in the CTE classrooms and to adjust lessons to accommodate special needs learners. They will learn the difference between accommodations and modifications for students with special needs and how to communicate program requirements and skills for IEP development. Vocational guidance concepts will also be introduced in this course. Prerequisite(s): CTE 4130 . Corequisite(s): CTE 4210 . Sometimes offered as hybrid. Fall.
  

  • CTE 4230 - CTTE 6 - Work & Project Based Learning (2)

    CTE teachers will learn to design high quality projects using project based learning. They will explore resources for career and college preparedness for students and begin working on professional teaching portfolios, as part of expectations for vocational guidance. Prerequisite(s): CTE 4220 . Corequisite(s): CTE 4240 . Sometimes offered as hybrid. Spring.
  

  • CTE 4240 - CTTE 7 - College and Career Readiness (2)

    CTE teachers will revise curriculum maps and present professional teaching portfolios along with a college and career readiness project (vocational guidance expectations). Prerequisite(s): CTE 4220 . Corequisite(s): CTE 4230 . Sometimes offered as hybrid. Spring.
  

  • CTE 4972 - CTE Principles and Content Reading (2)

    Designed to build on and apply the knowledge base of content area literacy and will serve as an introduction to the fields included in teaching Career Education. Work in this course will focus on the larger CTE unit but individual assignments will be based on the students’ certification area. This is a professional education course.
  

  • CTE 4973 - CTE Classroom and Lab Management Techniques (1)

    Designed to provide students with a content specific class management experience that reflects the unique needs of a lab-based classroom. This is a professional education course.
  

  • CTE 4974 - Educational Evaluation and Strategies (2)

    Prepares students to enter the teaching profession in the public school, giving the preservice teacher instruction in the design and use of formative and summative assessment strategies to promote student learning. Additionally, students will apply teaching strategies and reflection practices during the student teaching experience, and complete the required pre-service teacher assessment document(s). This course is to be taken concurrently with the student teaching block. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Education Program. This is a professional education course.

Chemistry
  

  • CHEM 1005 - Survival Skills for College Chemistry (2)

    Preparatory course to enhance success in General Chemistry by exploring concepts of chemistry and further developing algebraic and logic skills for solving applied chemical problems.
  

  • CHEM 1103 - Introduction to the Sciences: Chemistry GE (3)

    Introduction to the basic concepts of chemistry and scientific methodology, emphasizing the connections between chemistry, technology, and all things in a modern world. Not available to those with credit in CHEM 1104 .
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #7 and reinforces Foundational Skills Competency #3 in the science non-laboratory area of the UCM General Education Program.

    This course is equivalent to MOTR CHEM 100 Essentials in Chemistry in the Natural Sciences Knowledge Area.
    This is a sustainability course.
  

  • CHEM 1104 - Introduction to the Sciences: Chemistry GE (4: 4 lecture, 0 lab)

    Introduction to the basic concepts of chemistry and scientific methodology, emphasizing the connections between chemistry, technology, and all things in a modern world. Laboratory included. Not available to those with credit in CHEM 1103 . An additional fee is associated with this course.
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #7 and reinforces Foundational Skills Competency #3 in the Science with a Laboratory area of the UCM General Education Program.

    This course is equivalent to MOTR CHEM 100L Essentials in Chemistry with Lab in the Natural Sciences Knowledge Area.
  

  • CHEM 1131 - General Chemistry I GE (5: 5 lecture, 0 lab)

    First of a two course sequence that introduces the fundamental principles of chemistry and the reactivity of chemical elements and compounds.  This course emphasizes modern atomic theory, structure and behavior of atoms and molecules, physical properties of matter, chemical reactions and energy relations, periodicity, and the mole concept and its applications.  Includes laboratory experience. Prerequisite(s): A minimum score of 24 on the mathematics section of the ACT, or a combined score of 1090 on the mathematics and critical reasoning sections of the SAT, or a passing score on a mathematics examination approved by the chemistry faculty, or a grade of C or better in MATH 1111 .
      An additional fee is associated with this course.
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #7 and reinforces Foundational Skills Competency #3 in the Science with a Laboratory area of the UCM General Education Program.

    This course is equivalent to MOTR CHEM 150L Chemistry with Lab in the Natural Sciences Knowledge Area.
  

  • CHEM 1132 - General Chemistry II (5: 5 lecture, 0 lab)

    Continuation of CHEM 1131 . This course emphasizes intermolecular forces, solutions, kinetics, acid-base chemistry, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics and electrochemistry.  Includes laboratory experience.  Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1131  with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 1603 - Elementary Organic and Biochemistry (3)

    An introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry for those who need no additional chemistry training. Laboratory not included. Not available for those with credit in CHEM 1604 . Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1103  or CHEM 1104  or high school chemistry.
  

  • CHEM 1604 - Elementary Organic and Biochemistry (4: 4 lecture, 0 lab)

    A brief introductory course in organic chemistry and fundamental concepts of biochemistry with emphasis on physiological, nutritional, and comparative aspects. Includes laboratory experience. May not be used for credit in chemistry major and minor programs on the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1104 . An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 1911 - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory Experience (1:1 lab)

    Introduction to the basic chemistry laboratory techniques and scientific methodology, emphasizing the connections between chemistry and the modern world. Prerequisite(s): consent.
  

  • CHEM 3111 - Inorganic Chemistry (4: 4 lecture, 0 lab)

    An intermediate level inorganic course with emphasis on main group and organometallic chemistry. Laboratory included. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1132  with a grade of C or better and CHEM 3341  with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 3212 - Quantitative Analysis (4: 4 lecture, 0 lab)

    Intermediate level course that introduces students to principles and techniques employed in proper quantitative chemical analysis. Application of chemical principles to the separation and determination of elements and compounds will be covered.  Includes laboratory experience. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1132  with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 3341 - Organic Chemistry I (4: 4 lecture, 0 lab)

    A lecture and laboratory course in the chemistry of carbon compounds. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1132  with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 3342 - Organic Chemistry II (4: 4 lecture, 0 lab)

    A continuation of CHEM 3341 . Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3341  with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 3421 - Biochemistry (3)

    Provides a foundation in biochemistry. Topics covered include amino acids, proteins, lipids, membranes, carbohydrates, enzyme kinetics and mechanisms, and carbohydrate metabolism. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3341  with a C or better.
  

  • CHEM 3920 - Communication Skills in Chemistry (2)

    Techniques for searching the chemical literature, writing scientific reports and papers, and making effective oral presentations using audiovisual aids to effectively convey technical ideas and information. Prerequisite(s): a minimum of 17 semester hours of chemistry. Students are encouraged to enroll during their junior year.
  

  • CHEM 4010 - Special Topics in Chemistry (1-4)

    Topics of contemporary significance not given in-depth coverage in regularly offered courses. May be repeated as topics vary. Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor.
  

  • CHEM 4111 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (3)

    An advanced study of inorganic compounds with a focus on the transition elements and current issues. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3111  with a C or better.
  

  • CHEM 4221 - Environmental Chemistry (3)

    Chemical phenomena occurring in soil, atmospheric and aquatic environments; consideration of natural resources and energy. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3212  and CHEM 3341  each with a C or better.
  

  • CHEM 4231 - Instrumental Analysis (4: 4 lecture, 0 lab)

    A study, including applications, of instrumental methods of chemical analysis. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3212  and (PHYS 1102  or PHYS 2122 ) each with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 4313 - Advanced Organic Chemistry (3)

    A lecture survey of general topics not covered in the CHEM 3341 -CHEM 3342  sequence, and an extension to topics of current interest in organic chemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3342  with a C or better.
  

  • CHEM 4421 - Advanced Biochemistry (3)

    Catabolic and anabolic metabolism of biomolecules, catalytic mechanisms and regulation of enzymes, nucleic acid structure and function, and computer resources. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3342  and CHEM 3421  with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 4431 - Biochemistry Laboratory (2)

    Introduction to biochemical literature, computer based resources, and experimental techniques used to purify and characterize biomolecules. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3421  with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 4531 - Physical Chemistry: Thermodynamics and Kinetics (4: 4 lecture, 0 lab)

    Kinetic-molecular theory of gases, thermodynamics, chemical equilibria, and chemical kinetics. Laboratories are project-based and include calorimetry and spectroscopy. Laboratory included. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1132 , (PHYS 1102  or PHYS 2122 ) and MATH 1152  each with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 4532 - Physical Chemistry: Quantum Mechanics and Spectroscopy (4: 4 lecture, 0 lab)

    Quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular structure, spectroscopy, electrical and magnetic properties of molecules. Laboratories include atomic and molecular spectroscopy, molecular modeling, and mathematical modeling. Laboratory included. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1132 , (PHYS 1102  or PHYS 2122 ) and MATH 1152  each with a C or better. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 4800 - Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology (3)

    Introduction to the principles and applications of classical and instrumental methods of chemical analysis in forensic chemistry and forensic toxicology. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1131 , CHEM 1132 , CHEM 3212  with a C or better and CHEM 3341  with a C or better.
  

  • CHEM 4900 - Chemical Research for Teachers (1-2)

    Faculty supervised project terminating in a written and oral report. One semester assisting in or preparing materials for a chemistry laboratory course, prior to student teaching, also recommended. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3212  and consent of instructor.
  

  • CHEM 4910 - Research in Chemistry (1-5)

    Individual work on a chemical research project under supervision of a staff member. Project will terminate in a written and oral presentation. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor and school. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • CHEM 4911 - Special Problems in Chemistry (1-3)

    Individual work under supervision of a staff member. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): consent.

Child and Family Development
  

  • CFD 1010 - Individual and Family Relationships GE (3)

    Focus on family relationships and personal development including topics of self-esteem, informed decision making, gender roles, love and mate selection, stress and crisis management, communication and conflict resolution, domestic violence, sexuality, parenting and human diversity. Fall, Spring, Summer. Sometimes offered online.
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #8 and reinforces Foundational Skills Competency #4 in the Social & Behavioral Sciences area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • CFD 1220 - Child and Adolescent Development (3)

    An introduction to major theories and research on child and adolescent development. Emphasis is on dynamic forces underlying growth and change, such as physical, cognitive and psychosocial development. This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring, Summer. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • CFD 1230 - Observation of Children (2)

    Techniques of observation and actual observation of children. A criminal background check will be completed prior to observations. Fall, Spring. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • CFD 1450 - Valuing Differences: Discovering Common Ground (1)

    Explores personal, experiential, and interactive issues relating to race, gender, class, and culture including ways that culturally diverse populations enrich society through differences and similarities. Fall, Spring.
  

  • CFD 3230 - Family Systems and Lifespan Development (3)

    Family relationships and human development with focus on change over the course of the family life cycle. Fall, Spring, Summer. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • CFD 3240 - Parent-Child Interaction (3)

    Development and understanding of adult-child interaction in the family setting. Fall, Summer. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • CFD 3250 - Organization and Administration of Programs for Young Children (3)

    Methods and procedures for setting up and administering a variety of programs for young children. Includes study of state licensing, health, nutrition, safety, and program organization. This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring, Summer. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • CFD 3260 - Youth Culture and Development (3)

    This online course will examine the cultural contextual factors that affect youth from a holistic perspective within and outside the family unit. The course will provide an understanding of the cultural heritage of differing family structures and types. Students will explore the social and educational processes experienced by youth through in-depth reading, writing, discussion, critical listening, viewing of contemporary videos, and interviews with youth and families. Students will be encouraged to think critically about society and culture, gain further knowledge of how different cultural youth groups fit historically into society, and examine the results of how history has shaped the current cultural climate of the U.S. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • CFD 3710 - Field Experience in Child and Family Development (3)

    Supervised training and work experience in approved professional organizations in the field of child and family development. Prerequisite(s): CFD 1220  and CFD 1230 . Fall, Spring.
  

  • CFD 4000 - Special Projects in Child and Family Development (1-3)

    Investigation of contemporary problems and issues in Child and Family Development. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Offered as needed.
  

  • CFD 4220 - Sexuality Across the Lifespan (3)

    Addresses human sexuality across the life span using a life course and cultural contextual perspective. Historical, biological, psychological, environmental, and familial influences will be examined. This course is co-listed with CFD 5221. Fall, Spring.
  

  • CFD 4250 - Selected Issues in Child and Family Development (3)

    In-depth study of selected issues in child and family development. This course is co-listed with CFD 5251. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): junior standing or consent of the instructor.
  

  • CFD 4260 - Adulthood (3)

    Structured to introduce research approaches to the study of adult development through a cultural contextual exploration of the social, emotional, behavioral and educational processes.  This course is co-listed with CFD 5260. Fall, Spring.
  

  • CFD 4510 - Early Childhood Approaches (3)

    The physical, motor, intellectual, social, and emotional development of the child. Development of an intelligent philosophy of adult-child relationships. This course is co-listed with CFD 5510. Spring only.
  

  • CFD 4520 - Multicultural Study and Approaches with Families (3)

    Structured to examine multi-cultural individuals and families within the context of their unique cultural heritage. Special attention is focused on the external conditions that affect the internal workings of families and methods that have been found to be sensitive in addressing the needs of diverse groups. This course is co-listed with CFD 5520. Spring only.
  

  • CFD 4530 - Transition to Marriage (3)

    Structured to provide information in regards to partner selection, to help individuals and couples understand the contexts within which they are embedded so that they can develop systems of support for their relationship, and to present suggestions for nourishing the relationship. This course is co-listed with CFD 5530.
 

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