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2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Humanities |
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MH 4000 - Medical Humanities Capstone
(1)
This course consists of thirty hours of service in a health-related discipline. The student will conduct independent or collaborative investigation into an area related to the goals of the Medical Humanities Minor, emphasizing communication or cultural competence.
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Japanese |
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JA 1100 - Elementary Japanese I
(4)
Integrates a study of basic Japanese with its culture using a conversational approach. Vocabulary and grammatical structures needed for basic communication is emphasized. Practice is given in a variety of everyday situations.
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JA 1150 - Elementary Japanese II
(4)
A continuation of JA 1100 .
Prerequisite: JA 1100 or approval of instructor.
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JA 2100 - Intermediate Japanese I
(3)
A course designed to develop speaking, listening, writing and reading skills needed to perform everyday tasks such as asking for and giving directions, descriptions, eliciting and providing information.
Prerequisite: JA 1150 or approval of instructor.
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JA 2150 - Intermediate Japanese II
(3)
A continuation of JA 2100 .
Prerequisite: JA 2100 or approval of instructor.
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Journalism |
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JN 1030 - Publications: Newspaper
(1)
Practice in actual newspaper production. Includes writing of news stories, features and editorials; copy editing and rewriting, layout and preparation of camera-ready copy for press. Maximum credit hours possible: six.
Prerequisite: membership on college newspaper staff and advisor approval. (Activity course)
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JN 1040 - Publications: Yearbook
(1)
Practice in actual book publication includes copywriting, photography, layout and preparation of camera-ready material for the press. Maximum credit hours possible: six.
Prerequisite: membership on yearbook staff and advisor approval. (Activity course)
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JN 2000 - Introduction to Journalism
(3)
This course is required as a prerequisite for subsequent journalism courses. It provides a basic survey of the field and instruction in the fundamentals of journalistic writing, interviewing, and editing. Journalism ethics and libel law are included.
Prerequisite: EN 1110 /EN 1120 , or EN 1140 , or EN 1150 .
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JN 3030 - Feature Writing
(3)
Study of the various forms of feature writing and practice in the same. Included are human interest, personal profiles, news features, as well as features in social, political, educational and urban affairs.
Prerequisite: JN 2000 .
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JN 3040 - Advanced Reporting and Editing
(3)
Building upon the skills acquired in JN 2000 , this course involves theory and practice in writing and editing the longer news story and other types of journalistic writing. It includes interviewing, research, in-depth coverage, editing copy, and writing headlines. Student work may appear in campus media.
Prerequisite: JN 2000 .
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JN 3050 - Editing and Design
(3)
Theory and practice in editing copy, writing headlines and designing the layout of newspapers and magazines. Design theory and typography styles are included.
Prerequisite: JN 2000 .
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JN 3450 - Photojournalism
(AR 3450 )
(3)
This course explores the ability of photography to record news events, stories of human interest, and contemporary social issues. Photographic techniques with 35mm Black-and-White film and printing are introduced and reviewed. The analysis and criticism of images, the editing of photos and text, and the creation of narrative through the combination of word and image are primary areas explored. In addition, ethical and legal issues in photojournalism are introduced and examined. A 35mm, fully adjustable, single lens reflex (SLR) camera is required.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: AR 1400 or JN 2000 or instructor approval.
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JN 3500 - Introduction to Public Relations
(CT 3500 )
(3)
This course will examine the history, theory, philosophy, and functions of public relations practices and programs in organizations. The course may provide case study and/or service learning opportunities for students to identify, analyze, and critique public relations practices.
Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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JN 4170 - Principles of Advertising
(CT 4170 )
(3)
A general survey of the field of advertising. Includes focus on conception and execution of creative, effective advertising for print, online, and broadcast media. Introduces stategic planning, media selection, buyer behavior, campaigns, ways to measure advertising effectiveness, and career opportunities. Case studies and prizewinning advertisements may be included.
Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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JN 4970 - Journalism Internship
(2-3)
Opportunities to work in magazine, newspaper, radio, television and Internet site journalism.
Prerequisite: Junior standing, a 3.0 GPA in the student’s major, JN 2000 , two upper-division journalism courses related to the specific internships, and internship faculty advisor approval.
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Latin |
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LT 1100 - Elementary Latin I
(4)
Integrates a study of basic Latin with its culture. A variety of methods are used to develop competence in vocabulary, sound patterns, forms, structure and elementary texts. A perceptive approach to language in general is gained by seeing English in relationship to Latin and how its linguistic root system is applicable.
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LT 1150 - Elementary Latin II
(4)
Continuation of LT 1100 with selected reading.
Prerequisite: LT 1100 or approval of instructor.
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LT 2100 - Intermediate Latin I
(3)
A systematic review and expansion of Latin grammar with increased knowledge of history and culture through study of Latin narrative from major prose works.
Prerequisite: LT 1150 or approval of instructor.
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LT 2150 - Intermediate Latin II
(3)
Development of reading skills, cultural awareness and linguistic base. Selections from the writings of a major poet are included.
Prerequisite: LT 2100 or approval of instructor.
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Management |
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LDV 1200 - Greek Leadership
(1)
Fall Semester
This leadership course will focus on how we can enhance our own leadership skills so as to empower others to improve our fraternity and sorority community. We will review Rockhurst University’s Mission, Vision statement and values and continually discuss and assess how fraternities and sororities can help foster said mission, values and vision statement. We will discuss and possibly formulate and develop policies, opinions, guidelines, and plans for enhancing the strengths of the Rockhurst University Greek community - eliminating/overcoming its challenges and improving the community’s impact on the campus and in the larger community. The course will address issues including community building, safety, public relations, recruitment, retention and respect for individual members, while reinforcing the common goals of each chapter. This course is constructed in a manner that will benefit students in their current role in Greek organizations, and will also benefit students for roles in a variety of organizations over the rest of their lifetime.
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LDV 2000 - Foundations of Leadership Development
(3)
This foundational course explores the nature of leadership, helps students understand themselves as leaders, introduces them to leadership theory, and challenges them to observe a leader in action.
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LDV 2500 - Resident Leadership Seminar
(1-2)
A one- or two-credit seminar designed to provide Resident Assistants with in-depth discussion and training on topics concerning residential communities, including communication skills, confrontation, working with groups, critical issues, programming, and the importance of their role as a Resident Assistant. All Resident Assistant staff must take this course once and receive a C or higher to retain their Resident Assistant position.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
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LDV 3000 - Leading Collaborative Change
(3)
Students will identify a change they would like to see on campus or in society, and will work together in teams to devise a hypothetical plan to advance that change. Their change plans will integrate course topics such as collaboration, managing conflict, and leading in diverse contexts.
Prerequisite: LDV 2000 .
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LDV 3200 - Women and Leadership
(3)
This course probes and explores the leadership contributions of women, along with the leadership styles and approaches they bring to the leadership arena. It visits the substantial social prejudice experienced by women, along with their inroads–first in championing social and political causes, and today as indispensable innovators, entrepreneurs, professionals and achievers. Partnering with current women leaders in Kansas City, students will explore a variety of preferred leadership styles, experiencing how those styles are shaped to fit the leadership challenges at hand. Self-assessment of the student’s own leadership style will be included. This course, though focusing on women leaders, is valuable to both women and men seeking insight and advancement in leadership.
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LDV 4000 - Applied Leadership
(3)
In this course students will apply what they have learned about themselves as leaders to a challenging new role. The course should be taken when the student is assuming a leadership role on campus, at work, or in a service project. (Students are responsible for arranging their own leadership role, which should either direct the work of others or place the student in a new professional role). The course will ask students to reflect on what they are learning about themselves as a leader, their strengths and opportunities for growth, and will culminate in a leadership development plan for the future. The course will use a validated leadership instrument to provide individualized feedack to students and inform their leadership development planning.
Prerequisite: LDV 3000 or permission from LDV Advisor.
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LDV 4320 - Contemporary Issues in Leadership
(3)
This course studies and applies research techniques within the context of leadership issues: identifying leadership questions, researching answers to those questions, and presenting findings. As part of the seminar process, students will systematically examine concerns facing leaders historically, contemporarily, and globally. An oral, shared presentation of findings concludes the course.
Prerequisite: LDV 3000 .
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LDV 4920 - Contemporary Issues in Leadership
(3)
This course studies and applies research techniques within the context of leadership issues: identifying leadership questions, researching answers to those questions, and presenting findings. As part of the seminar process, students will systematically examine concerns facing leaders historically, contemporarily, and globally. An oral, shared presentation of findings concludes the course.
Prerequisite: LDV 3000 .
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MG 1001 - Professional Readiness I: Exploration and Foundation
(1)
Provides Freshmen with an overview of the functional areas of business including potential career options. In addition, students receive information on career planning, personal development, business communication, and business etiquette. This semester is “knowing where to go to get the answers.”
Prerequisite: Freshman standing or above. Transfer students are encouraged but not required to take this course.
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MG 1900 - Business Leadership and Social Issues
(3)
This course introduces the student to business. First, it will engage students in managerial concepts and skills relating to functional integration and the managerial processes of planning, organizing, and implementing. Second, students will deal with leadership issues, especially at the micro level, of influencing, working in teams, and developing self-awareness. Finally, these skills will be learned in the context of the external environment. That is, there is an emphasis on examining and analyzing social issues as they relate to corporate social responsibility and the firm’s role in the macro social and community environment.
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MG 3001 - Professional Readiness II: Skill Development
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Provides Sophomores or Juniors with focus on developing their business skills to enter and exceed in the business community. Emphasis is placed on communication (both verbal and written, as well as presentation skills); practical application of ethics; formal and non-formal dining etiquette; interviewing (for an internship or job). Students will be required to attend appropriate job fairs.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above.
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MG 3010 - Principles of Management
(3)
Students will be immersed in a Management experience requiring them to make business decisions that involve all functional areas (e.g., finance, marketing, advertising, human resources, etc.). This experience will have students doing the work of managers. Using this common experience as a reference point, students will explore the systemic context of management, including study of contemporary organizations. In addition, students will learn about important contextual variables of managers at various levels (top, middle, low). The traditional functional areas of finance, marketing, production/service, R&D will be explored within the possible organizational structural designs (simple, divisional, combination, virtual) and students will learn the internal and external constraints on managerial decision-making. Further managerial topics include strategy, structure, alignment, and their importance in addressing external environmental uncertainty.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and MG 1900 .
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MG 3021 - Magis Leaders Program I
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The Magis Leaders Program is composed of two, sequential courses of 1/2 credit hour each. Admission to the Magis Leaders Program carries with it the understanding that the two courses in each of fall and spring must be taken sequentially and registration for MG 3021 in the fall carries with it pre-registration for MG 3202 in the spring term. The credit is earned by successful completion of 4 sessions in the fall (MG 3021), and by successful completion of 3 sessions in the spring (MG 3202), and a final banquet. The courses cannot be taken individually, or out of sequence. Students will pre-register for the fall MG 3021 course to take the 4 fall sessions. Students will also register for the spring course, MG 3202, and take that sequence during the spring semester. Each course is valued at 1/2 credit hour for a total of 1 credit for the entire sequence.
Prerequisite: Senior or junior standing; sophomore standing in accounting; 3.0 GPA.
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MG 3091 - Global Issues in Business and Culture
(3)
This course explores the culture and business practices in other countries and requires international travel. Through travel and participation in business and cultural activities with lectures by government officials, business managers and university faculty, students study the similarities and differences among the different cultures and business practices. Aspects examined include accounting, financing, marketing, and management methods. There is a course fee to cover partial travel costs.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
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MG 3202 - Magis Leadership Program II
(.5)
The Magis Leaders Program is composed of two, sequential courses of 1/2 credit hour each. Admission to the Magis Leaders Program carries with it the understanding that the two courses in each of fall and spring must be taken sequentially and registration for MG 3021 in the fall carries with it pre-registration for MG 3202 in the spring term. The credit is earned by successful completion of 4 sessions in the fall (MG 3021), and by successful completion of 3 sessions in the spring (MG 3202), and a final banquet. The courses cannot be taken individually, or out of sequence. Students will pre-register for the fall MG 3021 course to take the 4 fall sessions. Students will also register for the spring course, MG 3202, and take that sequence during the spring semester. Each course is valued at 1/2 credit hour for a total of 1 credit for the entire sequence.
Prerequisite: Senior or junior standing; sophomore standing in accounting; 3.0 GPA; MG 3021 .
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MG 3300 - Leadership and Organizational Behavior
(3)
The course investigates how individual and group behavior impacts the performance of an organization. Topics include perception, personality, values, job satisfaction, emotional intelligence, learning, communication, motivation, culture, conflict, stress, and power/politics. The purpose of this course is to increase students’ awareness of the impact that these topics have on leadership effectiveness.
Prerequisite or Concurrent: MG 1900 .
Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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MG 3350 - Business in Global Environments
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This course examines the international and corporate responsibility/ethical contexts in which trade, investment, and business decisions are made. It introduces the legal, economic, political, and cultural differences among countries and it examines how these differences affect the conduct of international business. It discusses a range of topics highlighting sustainability and corporate social responsibility as well as bilateral, regional, and world trade agreements, foreign direct investment, and exchange rates. Finally, it introduces some of the strategic issues surrounding where companies should engage in international business and how they should expand into these markets.
(GPR)
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MG 3360 - Business in the European Union
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This class will further the student’s understanding of modern Europe, its culture, demographics and politics. The student will have a working knowledge of contemporary issues in the EU as well as issues with doing business in the EU.
Prerequisite: This class is only open to students who are planning on going on the Barcelona trip and requires instructor approval.
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MG 3400 - Business Law and Commercial Transactions
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An introduction to the study of law as it affects the business enterprise. The focus is on commercial transactions with special emphasis on contracts, contractual liabilities, sales contracts and secured transactions. Where appropriate, the connections between ethics and law are explored.
Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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MG 3500 - Leadership Development
(3)
This course will assess the student’s level of practical leadership behaviors (some of the behaviors may cross over and include management skills and abilities). The activities and study in this course will build on these existing skills and abilities. The course will also focus students on improving their skill and proficiency in the following leadership areas: decision-making (programmed and non-programmed), conflict resolution for/with others, influencing/persuading others, structuring uncertainty/ambiguity for others, coaching/developing others, delegating/following-up, building effective teams, and negotiating skills. Another outcome of the course will be for students to build self-awareness and acquire tools for life-long learning and self-exploration, including the ability to solicit and give feedback from and to peers.
Prerequisite: MG 3300 .
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MG 3800 - Competitive Analysis: An International Perspective
(EC 3800 )
(3)
A comprehensive course applies modern business and economic principles to study a firm’s international strategic position. The class integrates insights from the theory of the firm, industrial organization, game theory, and complexity analysis which are used in may fields besides Economics. The broad sweep of modern economics and strategy research is organized and presented on a wide variety of issues, such as defining boundaries, “make or buy fallacies,” competitor identification, rivalry, commitment, cooperation, and strategic positioning.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or above, MG 3350 or equivalent, and EC 1100 .
Recommended: MK 3000 .
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MG 4350 - International Management
(3)
This course builds upon several key concepts introduced in MG 3350 - Business in Global Environments . It extends the discussion of how political, economic, legal, and technological developments are affecting the management of international business operations. It pays special attention to the role of culture and the challenges inherent in managing employees, operating facilities, and targeting markets across cultures. Finally, it examines the managerial and ethical implications of various international entry modes.
Prerequisite: MG 3350 .
(GPR)
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MG 4400 - Small Business Management/Entrepreneurship
(3)
This course focuses on the unique issues facing the small business owner, as well as extensive coverage of unique business functions that the small business owner is likely to deal with. The course also focuses on 1) how to assess a potential business opportunity and 2) how to prepare a business plan for use as both a strategic document and a document for dealing with potential financial backers.
Prerequisite: MG 3300 , MK 3000 , FN 3000 , senior standing.
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MG 4940 - Business Leadership: Strategy, Policy and Ethics
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This course is an integrative capstone experience focusing on strategy and policy development for organizations within the context of sometimes conflicting ethical constraints. Strategy implementation challenges are also explored. The course provides an opportunity to integrate the knowledge drawn from functional area courses in the solution of problems discovered by the analysis of both published cases and live interactions with the managers of companies and organizations within the Kansas City region.
Prerequisite: MG 1900 , MG 3350 , FN 3000 , MG 3300 , BIA 3100 (or AC 3500 ), MK 3000 , senior standing.
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Marketing |
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MK 3000 - Principles of Marketing
(3)
This course briefly covers all the aspects of marketing that are covered in depth in the subsequent marketing courses. The student is introduced to marketing’s 4Ps (Product, Price, Promotion, and Physical Distribution)—something that everyone needs to know, no matter the career choice made. In this course you will learn the essential marketing vocabulary, basic principles and concepts, and how to use these principles when running your own business or working in an organization. The text is very important in this course and the student’s learning is aided through the use of videos, presentations, class activities and discussions.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
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MK 3200 - Consumer Insights
(3)
This course brings together research from psychology, sociology, economics, cultural anthropology, and other behavioral sciences to help solve marketing problems. The class examines behavioral concepts such as perception, motivation, learning, self-concept, personality, attitudes and attitude change, culture, social class, reference groups and the family unit. Students will begin to understand themselves as consumers and how marketing practitioners can anticipate and predict buying behavior.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 .
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MK 3350 - International Marketing
(3)
This course addresses the global issues that impact concepts relevant to companies engaging the international marketplace. It introduces the student to the cultural, economic, geographic, political and legal issues that affect the where, when and how to enter foreign markets. The course uses contemporary materials to expand beyond the text and bring real life problems and solutions into the classroom for student discussion.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 and MG 3350 .
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MK 3500 - Integrated Marketing Communication
(3)
This course immerses students at the intersection of strategy and creativity by focusing on the study of the promotional mix. Students study how advertising, sales promotions, public relations, personal selling, direct marketing, branding, and digital marketing are used as part of the overall marketing plan. The course provides students with a foundation in the development and execution of communications strategies for any organization.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 .
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MK 3600 - Dynamic Presentations
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Students will learn best practices for developing and giving effective business presentations. This class includes practice on conducting background research, understanding audience, incorporating visual support, using presentation software, delivering oral presentations, and creating presentation support collateral.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 , CT 2000 .
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MK 4100 - Marketing Research
(3)
A thorough study of the various types of market research. Problems related to planning research, gathering and summarizing data and interpreting the findings are discussed and analyzed. The emphasis is on the practical use of market research in making market decisions. Actual market research projects are used to further this process.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 (waived for BS in Analytics and Technology majors), introductory statistics, BIA 1800 .
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MK 4200 - Brand Management
(3)
This course is designed to introduce and advance the necessary knowledge and skills involving brand and brand management in the modern business firms. The course modules include brand equity, positioning, brand elements, structure, programs, and a whole portfolio of strategies that allow firms to achieve better market performance through effective brand building and management. This course will not only focus on the foundation theories of brand management, but also emphasize the real-world experience. Therefore a set of business cases and projects will be integrated to support students’ learning. Prerequisite: MK 3000
Prerequisite: MK 3000 .
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MK 4300 - Business-to-Business Marketing
(3)
This course is designed to introduce and advance the necessary knowledge and skills involving brand and brand management in the modern business firms. The course modules include brand equity, positioning, brand elements, structure, programs, and a whole portfolio of strategies that allow firms to achieve better market performance through effective brand building and management. This course will not only focus on the foundation theories of brand management, but also emphasize the real-world experience. Therefore a set of business cases and projects will be integrated to support students’ learning.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 .
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MK 4600 - Marketing Decision Making
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Students in this course will learn how to run all major aspects of strategic marketing through a series of key decisions. These decision areas include identifying customer needs, finding proper market segments, allocating marketing expenses, choosing best production plans, deciding channels of distribution, managing marketing budgets, and analyzing various marketing research reports. The decision making processes are realized via a marketing simulation that runs multiple time periods and students will form groups and make decisions in a highly competitive enironment. This course also encourgages students to develpo their own leadership style and learn how to transform their team into a highly collaborative marketing group that enables them to achieve best team performance. The textbook and a set of cases will be integrated with the simulation to reinforce students’ understanding of marketing decisions.
Prerequisite: MK 3000 , MK 3200 , MK 3600, MK 4100 or department approval.
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Mathematics |
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MATH 1100 - Mathematical Principles for Health Professionals
(3)
Mathematical Principles for Health Professionals uses an easy-to-understand visualization approach designed to teach students how to apply basic math concepts with everyday activities and master the more complex calculations and formulas commonly utilized in health care settings. The course is designed to review mathematical and algebraic applications; convert within and between metric, household and apothecary systems; read and interpret graphs, labels and forms; and calculate and apply statistical concepts as they relate to real-world settings.
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MATH 1650 - College Algebra
(3)
This course emphasizes the use of algebra and functions in problem solving and modeling. Appropriate use of technology and applying mathematics to real-world situations is emphasized. Topics include linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, radical, and exponential equations and functions. Students whose programs recommend a college algebra course or need to prepare for higher-level mathematics courses should take this course.
Prerequisite: Must meet college placement criteria.
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MATH 2070 - Biostatistics
(3)
Biostatistics is an introduction to statistical concepts and reasoning with a focus on applications related to the health sciences. This course provides a survey of data and data types. Specific topics include tools for describing central tendency and variability in data; methods for performing inference on population means and proportions via sample data; statistical hypothesis testing and its application to group comparisons; and association.issues of effect and sample size. Research design will complement each analysis type. All computations will be computer software based and the emphasis is on interpretation and concepts.
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MT 0100 - Algebra
(3)
Linear equations, systems of equations, graphs, polynomials, fractional expressions and equations, quadratic equations and functions, inequalities, exponents, powers and roots. Provides the background necessary for either MT 1030 or MT 1190 .
Recommended: two years of mathematics in grades 9-12 (including at least one year of algebra).
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MT 1030 - Finite Mathematics
(3)
An introductory course with an emphasis on topics that are relevant to everyday life. Topics include a brief review of algebra, mathematics of finance (compound interest, annuities, future value, and present value), counting methods (multiplication principle, permutations, and combinations), probability (sample spaces, events, games of chance, empirical probability), descriptive statistics (organization of data, mean, median, standard deviation) and normal distributions. Where appropriate, technoloqy will be used.
Prerequisite: At least three years of mathematics in grades 9-12 or MT 0100 .
(MTP)
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MT 1090 - Calculus for Business
(3)
An introductory calculus course primarily for the business student. Introduction to derivatives and integrals with emphasis on such business applications as demand functions, cost curves, elasticity of demand and economic order quantity. Note: MT 1090 does not prepare a student to continue with additional calculus; students wishing a deeper study of calculus should pursue the regular calculus sequence beginning with MT 1800 .
Prerequisite: MT 1030 or instructor approval.
(MTP)
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MT 1170 - Mathematics in the Modern World
(3)
A one-semester conceptual mathematics course designed to address topics in mathematics appearing in the world around us, through inquiry-based, hands-on activities and discussion. Emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and on how mathematics is applied in the real, everyday world.
(MTP)
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MT 1190 - Precalculus
(3)
A preparation for calculus with an emphasis on modeling. These topics include the study of functions in a variety of representations, including tabulated data, graphs and formulas; characteristic features of a variety of function types (including linear, power, polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric); and the course includes mathematical modeling from data and from theoretical assumptions. There will be extensive use of technology in this course.
Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra or MT 0100 .
(MTP)
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MT 1510 - Discrete Structures
(4)
The major topics of study include functions, relations, sets, propositional and predicate logic, proof techniques, elementary combinatorics and discrete probability concepts.
Prerequisite: MT 1190 .
(MTP)
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MT 1800 - Calculus I
(4)
A course in differential calculus and its applications. The emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and exploration. Topics include rates of change, limits, definition of the derivative, differentiation techniques, optimization, velocity and acceleration, implicit differentiation, related rates. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: ACT Math score of 25 or higher, SAT Math score of 620 or higher, a grade of C or better in either MT 1190 or MT 1510 , or instructor approval.
(MTP)
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MT 1810 - Calculus II
(4)
Fall and Spring semester
A course in integral calculus and its applications, sequences, and series. The emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and exploration. Topics will include definition of the integral, applications of the integral (such as area, volume, center of mass, continuous probability, arc length, average value of a function), fundamental theorem of calculus, techniques of integration, sequences and series. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1800 .
(MTP)
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MT 2200 - Mathematical Computing
(3)
Computing is a central component of much of modern mathematics and science. The aim of this course is to provide students with the basic skills of computing, which will be useful in a variety of subjects and contexts. Topics may include branching, looping, working with lists and functions, recursion, and running simulations of random processes. The course will use free, open source programming languages and environments.
Prerequisite: MT 1800 or equivalent.
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MT 2420 - Actuarial Science Practicum I
(1)
This course is aimed at students who are interested in pursuing a career in actuarial science. It is designed to give them experience and practice with the types of problems encountered on the first examination in the series of Society of Actuaries exams.
Prerequisite: MT 3400 .
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MT 2430 - Actuarial Science Practicum II
(1)
This course is designed to give students experience and practice with the types of problems encountered on the second examination in the series of Society of Actuaries exams.
Prerequisite: MT 3400 and MT 4410 .
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MT 2800 - Calculus III
(4)
A course in multivariable calculus and its applications. The emphasis will be on conceptual understanding and exploration. Topics will include functions of several variables, limits, vector operations, partial derivatives, directional derivative, gradient, higher partial derivatives, optimization, and multiple integrals. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
(MTP)
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MT 2900 - Preparation for a Mathematical Future
(1)
A course to prepare students for their future in mathematics. Students will explore possibilities in academics and industry, prepare a resume, develop interview skills, meet with alumni, regional industry professionals, and graduate school representatives to help them determine their future path.
Prerequisite: MT 1800 .
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MT 3000 - Topics in Mathematics
(1–3)
This course engages students in an in-depth study of a specific area (or application) of higher mathematics. Topics vary each semester but may include such areas as combinatorics, coding theory, information theory, stochastic processes, graph theory, game theory, operations research, mathematical economics, mathematical biology, the history of mathematics, or mathematical programming and computer simulation.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 or instructor approval.
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MT 3260 - Mathematical Modeling
(3)
Students will build mathematical models and use these models to answer applied questions in a variety of other disciplines. These disciplines may include engineering, physics, biology, chemistry, medicine, art, ecology, sustainability, economics, and finance. In this course, students will be expected to solve problems in novel settings, independently read mathematics and effectively communicate mathematical ideas in writing. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1800 .
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MT 3393 - Game Theory:Strategy, Conflict, and Decision Making
(3)
A course in the principles of game theory, a logical analysis of the strategic interactions in situations involving conflict and cooperation. Students will model real world scenarios, apply those models to analyze and solve problems, and use their solutions to draw conclusions about rational behavior. A variety of applications will be considered, including topics from business, economics, politics, biology, anthropology, athletics and psychology.
Prerequisite: MTP satisfied; Sophomore standing.
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MT 3400 - Probability and Statistics I
(3)
Fall semester
A calculus based introductory course in the methods of probability and statistics. Topics include descriptive statistic, counting techniques, basic probability theory (conditional probability, independence, random variables, and probability distributions), and an introduction to hypothesis testing and factorial experiments. Students will use R, an open-source software environment for statistical computing and graphics. Throughout the course, applications to engineering, computing, and the physical and social sciences will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
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MT 3450 - Problems in Industry Seminar
(3)
Students interact with an industry mentor and work in groups on a real problem from industry. The emphasis of the class is to work towards the solution of a problem, to effectively communicate the steps being taken towards the solution, and to ultimately present the solution itself.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 and MT 3400 .
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MT 3530 - Numerical Methods
(3)
Numerical solutions to algebraic and differential equations; numerical integration; interpolating polynomials and regression analysis; simultaneous equations and solutions to partial differential equations.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
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MT 3550 - Number Theory
(3)
This course introduces the student to the study of properties of integers. The approach used involves exploration activities designed to uncover these properties as well as the validation of these properties through theorems and proofs. Topics include: divisibility properties of integers, prime numbers, congruences, and Diophantine equations.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 or instructor approval.
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MT 3600 - Modern Geometry
(3)
A course that investigates, compares and contrasts a number of geometries. All topics will be explored in both Euclidean geometry and non-Euclidean geometries (for example: Taxicab geometry, spherical geometry, hyperbolic geometry, projective geometry). Topics will include geometric axioms, angles and shapes, tesselations, distance, coordinate systems and area. Technology will be used as a tool to aid the development of mathematical reasoning.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
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MT 3700 - Differential Equations
(3)
A dynamical systems approach to the study of solutions to differential equations. Some analytical solution techniques are covered, but emphasis is placed on qualitative, geometric and numerical techniques of finding solutions. Modeling is incorporated throughout the course.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 .
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MT 3800 - Introduction to Abstract Mathematics
(3)
A basic introduction emphasizing the development and presentation of sound mathematical arguments. Topics include logic, sets, relations, functions, and proof techniques. Little formal mathematics is needed, but intensive logical thought and an interest in the goal of the course are essential.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 1810 or instructor approval.
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MT 3810 - Linear Algebra
(3)
An introductory course in linear algebra. This course will include the study of properties of vector spaces and the linear transformations between vector spaces. There will be particular attention paid to the study of Euclidean space and various properties of matrices such as eigenvalues and eigenvectors as well as related matrix operations such as the determinant.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in either MT 1810 or MT 1510 .
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MT 3990 - Introductory Research Projects
(1)
This course introduces students to what it is like to do research in mathematics. Students will investigate a mathematical topic or question in weekly consultation with the supervising faculty member, they will conduct the necessary literature searches, maintain a detailed record of all results, and prepare a draft research report.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
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MT 4000 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics
(1–3)
This course engages students in an in-depth study of a specific area of higher mathematics. Investigations in this course will build from the formal, theoretical foundations of the specific content area. Topics vary each semester but may include such areas as combinatorics, Galois theory, set theory, mathematical logic, graph theory, game theory, differential geometry, linear analysis, or measure theory.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3800 or instructor approval.
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MT 4350 - Introduction to Topology
(3)
Topology of Euclidean spaces and metric spaces; general topological spaces. Continuous mappings and Homeomorphisms. Separation axioms, connectedness and compactness.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3800 .
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MT 4400 - Advanced Topics in Statistics
(3)
This course engages students in an in-depth study of a specific area of statistics. Investigations and applications in this course will build from the formal, theoretical foundations of the specific content area. Topics vary each semester.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3400 .
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MT 4410 - Probability and Statistics II
(3)
A second course in the methods of probability and statistics. Topics include sampling distributions, limit results, point estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, variance, correlation and regression. Students will use R, an open-source software environment for statistical computing and graphics. Throughout the course, applications to engineering, computing, and the physical and social sciences will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3400 .
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MT 4420 - Statistical Learning
(3)
This course is an introduction to the field of Statistical Learning. Students will work on relevant applications, learning and utilizing many important modeling and prediction methods, such as regression and classification methods, resampling methods, tree-based methods, support vector machines, clustering and neural networks. Students will do all computing in R, an open-source software environment for statistical computing and graphics.
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3400 .
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MT 4900 - Abstract Algebra
(3)
An introductory course with a focus on groups and rings. Topics in group theory may include symmetries, subgroups, cyclic groups, and quotient groups. Topics in ring theory may include integral domains, fields, and the field of quotients of an integral domain. For both topics, structure, homomorphism, and a variety of examples will be studied.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 3800 .
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MT 4920 - Real Analysis
(3)
A first course in the analysis of functions of a single variable. Topics include the real number system, the completeness axiom, limits, continuity, differentiation, the mean value theorem, the definite integral, and the fundamental theorem of calculus.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in both MT 2800 and MT 3800 .
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MT 4930 - Complex Analysis
(3)
An introductory course to the theory of functions of complex variables. The class will include topics such as the study of complex numbers, analytic functions, harmonic functions, contour integration, complex series, conformal mapping, boundary value problems and integral transforms.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MT 2800 .
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MAST 1050 - Medical Safety and Compliance
(3)
This course introduces the student to infection and hazard control procedures necessary for the health care worker. Topics include an introduction to blood-borne pathogens, practical infection control, OSHA standards, sterilization and monitoring, chemical disinfectants, aseptic technique, infectious diseases, ergonomics, personal safety, and applicable laws.
Prerequisite: Admission into the medical assisting program—F1 status.
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MAST 1200 - Laboratory Skills and Techniques
(4)
This course provides instruction in laboratory procedures. Topics include asepsis, infection control, collecting and processing specimens, performing selective laboratory tests, phlebotomy, screening and follow-up of test results, and proper documentation of results.
Prerequisite: F2 status.
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MAST 1700 - Exam Room Techniques and Patient Care
(4)
This theoretical and laboratory course provides the students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a comprehensive health assessment utilizing the skills of history taking, vital signs, inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation, as well as lab and other diagnostic procedures. Normal assessment findings, frequently seen variations from normal, and cultural differences are discussed. Students will also gain the skills and knowledge associated with exam room techniques and procedures including patient education, preparation and administration of medications, assisting with exams and treatment, EKG, and medical emergencies.
Prerequisite: MAST 1050 and BSCI 2250 with a C or higher and F2 status.
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MAST 2000 - Medical Coding and Reimbursement
(4)
This course provides an in-depth study of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10- CM) and Common Procedural Terminology (CPT) using sample exercises and medical records to develop skill and accuracy in coding in various health care settings. Students will apply official coding guidelines and knowledge of commonly accepted payment methodologies to medical record coding covering all body systems.
Prerequisite: Sophomore status.
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MAST 2050 - Office Finances and Billing
(3)
This course provides medical office procedures in both economic and management skills. Topics include physical plant maintenance, equipment and supplies, liability coverage, medical economics, financial record keeping, and insurance billing. It also provides experience in processing records for outpatient settings using a medical office software program.
Prerequisite: Sophomore status.
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MAST 2100 - Office Organization and Administration
(2)
This course is designed to introduce the student to general and administrative duties found in a medical office and includes appointment scheduling, records management, written communications, preparation of medical records, professional reports, telephone procedures, telephone competency and customer service. This course includes office simulations in all of these areas as well as lecture, discussion, and lab sessions using interpersonal skills.
Prerequisite: So1 status.
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MAST 2450 - Pharmacology and Medication Administration
(3)
This course focuses on major drug groups, including their side effects, interactions, methods of administration, dosage calculations, and proper documentation. Additional focus will include the proper use of the Physicians’ Desk Reference (PDR) and how to accurately read, prepare and call in written prescriptions.
Prerequisite: MATH 1100 with a C or higher and So1 status.
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MAST 2800 - Medical Assisting Practicum I
(5)
This course allows the student to integrate and apply knowledge and skills from all previous medical assistant courses in actual ambulatory health care settings. Emphasis is placed on enhancing competence in clinical and administrative skills necessary for the comprehensive patient care and strengthening professional communications and interactions under the supervision of trained mentors to effectively transition to the role of a medical assistant. This is a supervised, unpaid, clinical experience—160 minimum hours up to 218 hours (includes a 3-week orientation, 8-week practicum (3 days per week, 8-hour shifts)], and a 4-week review to include employment skill preparation.
Corequisite: MAST 2850 .
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MAST 2850 - Medical Assisting Capstone
(1)
Taken in conjunction with the Medical Assisting Practicum, students will learn job-search techniques and skills for entry-level medical assistants as well as share their practicum experiences with the class and learn from other students as well. Students will also review relevant topics and conduct mock exams to prepare to sit for the medical assisting credential examination, taken in the final weeks of the course.
Corequisite: MAST 2800 .
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MAST 2900 - Topics in Medical Assisting
(3)
This course provides a review for graduates from medical assistant programs and experienced medical assistants who may be preparing to take the national certification exam. Viewed as a valued member of the health care team; the demand has increased for the medical assistant. This course will examine the new and challenging roles of the medical assistant as well as clinical and administrative tasks. Included in this course are communication skills, legal and ethical issues, groundbreaking theory in regards to patient education, insurance and coding updates as well as a brief review of in-office processes and procedures.
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MLS 4500 - Clinical Microbiology
(6)
Isolation and identificaiton of mircroorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, rickettsiae, parasites, and fungi that cause disease; clinical interpretation of tests and correlation of results with patient condition.
Prerequisite: BL 3100 , BL 3101 .
Recommended: Pathogenic Microbiology.
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MLS 4550 - Clinical Chemistry
(6)
Quantification of biochemicals correlating to patient condition; analytical techniques; manual test procedures; operation, troubleshooting and validation of results from sophisticated instrumentation using computer hardware and software.
Prerequisite: Minimum of 16 semester hours college chemistry, inlcuding course work in biologic chemistry and quantitative lab experience; at least half upper division hours.
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