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ASL 121 - American Sign Language I
This course is a study of visual readiness and basic vocabulary, grammar features and non-manual behaviors, all focusing on the development of American Sign Language. An introduction to the basics of American Sign Language will be approached via visual/gesture communication techniques, visual discrimination, and visual memory exercises leading to basic conversational skills in ASL.
Credits: 3
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ASL 122 - American Sign Language II
This course is a continuation of American Sign Language I and provides additional instruction in vocabulary, sentence and grammatical structures of the language. Further development of conversation and receptive skills of the language as well as a deeper understanding of the deaf culture is given.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ASL 121
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ANTH 131 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
A survey course of basic concepts and practices associated with the discipline of Cultural Anthropology, including the concept of culture, some of the components/characteristics involved in the cultural variability of the world’s diverse peoples, and the relevance of anthropological thought in today’s world.
Credits: 3
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ANTH 170 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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ANTH 220 - Anthropology of the Paranormal: Science and Pseudoscience
This course examines the boundaries between science and pseudoscience through an investigation into a variety of paranormal beliefs and their role in social identity and popular culture. Students will be introduced to some of the claims and beliefs that are classified as ‘paranormal,’ which have come into everyday consciousness from a wide variety of media, such as television, movies and books. Students will evaluate scientific evidence that confirms or disproves these phenomena and apply critical thinking and scientific reasoning to analyze the available information. Anthropological concepts and approaches will provide interpretive frameworks for discussing the power of myths, beliefs and science. Previously offered as ANTH 290A.
Credits: 3
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ANTH 240 - Anthropology of Religion
This course introduces students to a cross-cultural, comparative perspective on religious practice and belief. Students will learn the basic concepts and approaches that anthropologists use for defining religion and its cross-cultural expressions in beliefs, symbols and practices. They will become familiar with the wide variety of beliefs and rituals that anthropologists study as religion, including mythology, ritual specialists and practice, magic, witchcraft, and shamanism.
Credits: 3
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ANTH 270 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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ANTH 310 - Conflict, Culture and Identity
This course provides an in-depth examination of the range of variation in cross-cultural behaviors and responses involved in disputes and their resolution, with particular emphasis on methods and issues surrounding conflicts and conflict resolutions in a variety of non-Western societies. While the focus is primarily on small-scale societies typically studied by anthropologists and the models/cultural perspectives these groups use to resolve disputes and negotiate settlements, students will compare and analyze conflict in societies of varying size and complexity, including our own. Previously offered as ANTH 390A.
Credits: 3
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ANTH 470 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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Art NOTE: The Division of Arts reserves the right to charge a fee for some Art courses to assist in covering the cost of provided materials. The Division of Arts reserves the right to retain a few works of art from each student for inclusion in the permanent collection.
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ART 108 - Drawing I
The development of perceptual and recording skills involving a variety of media and techniques. Contour, proportion, range and transitions in value, figure-ground relationships and presentation will be stressed. Primary subjects will involve portraits and still-life. Not available to students who have taken ART 106.
Credits: 3
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ART 109 - Drawing II
Extension and refinement of basic skills developed in ART 108 plus studio exercises involving linear and atmospheric perspective. The student will begin to explore the relationship between basic skills, conceptual strategies and personal expression. Students will develop courage through incorporation of risk into their creative process and opportunities to assess and defend projects in critiques. Not available for students who have taken ART 107.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 108
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ART 120 - Beginning Framing and Preparator Studies
An introductory course intended to teach basic yet broad skills and knowledge in the areas of framing and gallery preparator skills as they relate to an academic art gallery environment. May not be taken by students who have credit for ART 190P
Credits: 1
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ART 151 - Two-Dimensional Design and Color
An introduction to basic two-dimensional design with exploration of abstract concepts of composition and perception, a variety of media, color theory and basic studio processes. Students will experiment with a variety of solutions to visual problem solving, developing the courage to incorporate risk into their creative process.
Credits: 3
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ART 152 - Three-Dimensional Design
An introduction to basic three-dimensional design with an emphasis on exploring formal elements which comprise 3-D form. Students will experiment with a variety of solutions to visual problem solving, developing the courage to incorporate risk into their creative process.
Credits: 3
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ART 170 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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ART 200 - Beginning Painting
An introduction to basic painting techniques, materials and concepts with an emphasis on the development of formal, conceptual and expressive skills. A variety of themes are explored, allowing students to determine which conceptual values are important to them. Their commitment to those values will be reflected in their visual responses to these themes.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 109 and ART 151
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ART 204 - Introduction to Art: Media and Techniques
An introductory course designed specifically for the non-art major. This course provides students with hands-on critical, aesthetic, and historical experiences in a wide variety of two- and three-dimensional media and techniques. Previously offered as ART 104.
Credits: 3
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ART 205 - Introduction to Art: Survey and Interpretation
A general survey of terminology, techniques and historical information involving the development of Western art and influences from other cultures. Attention will be given to the ability to analyze, interpret and evaluate works of art. Previously offered as ART 105.
Credits: 3
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ART 206 - Beginning Life Drawing
The student will complete studies from models in a variety of media and techniques designed to establish a better understanding of the human form and strengthen basic perceptual and technical skills.
Credits: 1-2
Prerequisites ART 109
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ART 208 - Intermediate Drawing
Extension and refinement of basic skills developed in ART 108 , ART 109 and other previous studio experiences. The course is designed to help the student make choices regarding imagery, media, and format. Commitment to personal values and goals will be explored through further development of conceptual strategies and meaningful expression using drawing techniques.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 109
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ART 210 - Beginning Ceramics
A foundational course exploring the creation of clay forms by hand-building and wheel-thrown techniques. Emphasis is placed upon developing the technical proficiency required for these techniques. A variety of themes are explored, allowing students to determine which conceptual values are important to them. Their commitment to those values will be reflected in their visual responses to these themes.
Credits: 3
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ART 220 - Intermediate Framing and Preparator Studies
This course is intended to continue building skills and knowledge acquired in the introductory framing and preparator course as they relate to the small academic art gallery environment. May not be taken by students who have credit for ART 290P
Credits: 1
Prerequisites ART 120
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ART 230 - Beginning Printmaking
A survey of basic printmaking processes (relief, intaglio, stencil and planographic) plus studio projects involving a variety of printing techniques, registration and appropriate presentation. Commitment to personal values and goals will be explored through further development of conceptual strategies and meaningful expression.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 109 and ART 151
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ART 261 - History of Art: Ancient to Renaissance
Historical survey of visual art works, and architecture from the Paleolithic era until and including the Renaissance. Art works are discussed in their historical, social, and political context including comparisons to other creative disciplines. Students will learn to describe, analyze, and interpret visual art works in their historical context. As a survey in art history, this class is part of a two-semester sequence (ART 261 and ART 262 ); however, each class can be taken and understood independently.
Credits: 3
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ART 262 - History of Art: Baroque to 21st Century
Historical survey of painting, sculpture, installations, films, and architecture from the beginning of the Baroque to the 21st century. Art works are discussed in their historical, social, and political context including comparisons to other creative disciplines. Students will learn to describe, analyze, and interpret visual art works in their historical context. As a survey in art history, this class is part of a two-semester sequence (ART 261 and ART 262); however, each class can be taken and understood independently.
Credits: 3
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ART 270 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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ART 271 - Beginning Graphic Design
An introduction to the principles and practices of graphic design including language of design, principles and techniques, and commercial practice. A variety of themes are explored, allowing students to determine which conceptual values are important to them. Their commitment to those values will be reflected in their visual responses to these themes.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 151 , ART 204 , or ART 285
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ART 285 - Introduction to Photography
An introduction to photography as a visual language with an emphasis on material, process, technique and composition. A variety of themes are explored, allowing students to determine which conceptual values are important to them. Their commitment to those values will be reflected in their visual responses to these themes. Student must have access to 35mm SLR manual camera.
Credits: 3
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ART 300 - Intermediate Painting
A continuation of ART 200 with an emphasis on the further development of formal, conceptual and expressive skills in relationship to painting. Students will develop confidence in applying the technical, perceptual and conceptual skills gained in previous courses to visual problems within the context of contemporary trends and practices in painting.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 200
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ART 306 - Intermediate Life Drawing
Extension and refinement of skills developed in ART 206 with emphasis given to abstraction and expressive qualities.
Credits: 1-2
Prerequisites ART 206
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ART 308 - Intermediate/Advanced Drawing
Extension and refinement of skills developed in ART 208 and other studio experiences with greater emphasis placed on meaningful personal expression. Students will develop confidence in applying the technical, perceptual and conceptual skills gained in previous courses to visual problems within the context of contemporary trends and practices in drawing.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 208
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ART 330 - Intermediate Printmaking
An in-depth development of skills involving one or two of the processes covered in ART 230 with greater emphasis given to meaningful personal expression. Students will develop confidence in applying the technical, perceptual and conceptual skills gained in previous courses to visual problems within the context of contemporary trends and practices in printmaking.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 230
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ART 340 - The Business of the Arts
This course will explore the dynamic interrelationships between creativity and professional practices in the arts. Successful people in the arts, whether they work in the for-profit or nonprofit world, have to deal with the complex issues of marketing, legal agreements, financing, audience development and public engagement. We will explore highly successful national as well as local figures who have mastered both skill sets to create balanced, sustainable entrepreneurial careers in the arts.
Credits: 3
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ART 342 - Teaching and Learning through Art
This course will explore the application of theoretical and practical aspects of teaching children art in an elementary classroom setting. This course provides opportunities for teacher candidates to (1) develop basic knowledge and skills relating to a discipline-based approach to art education in areas of art production, art criticism, and aesthetics and (2) develop appropriate skills and a knowledge base necessary to teaching with and through the arts, including using art as a teaching tool in other subjects. Not open to students who have received credit for ART 341 or EDU 339.
Credits: 3
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ART 361 - Issues in Contemporary Art
This course offers a survey of post-modern and contemporary art worldwide since the 1970s and 1980s until today. While exploring innovative artistic concepts, the course focuses on societal issues as reflected in art works created by artists across the globe. Class discussions are aimed at issues of social justice, environmental responsibility, diversity, spirituality, humanity, etc. as well as distinctive cultural ideas, values, and images. Students will explore the range of social media to manifest their learning.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors Instructor consent required for first-year students
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ART 363 - History of Art: Modern
Historical survey of painting, sculpture, and architecture of the 20th and 21st centuries. Previously offered as ART 163 and ART 263
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Open only to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Satisfactory completion of COMM 100 .
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ART 364 - History of Art: Women Artists.
Historical survey of visual art works created by women from the Middle Ages to the 21st century. The class examines the topic with the help of original art works, as well as scholarly literature, selected historical fiction, and films. The discussions about women artists focus on issues of women’s leadership, cultural diversity, globalization, and social justice. Students have the option of taking this course as their Leadership Semester by co-enrolling in Art 399LS and organizing and presenting a special class session (e.g., a woman artist as speaker for the class, a field trip to see art work by women, etc.) and a written reflective analysis of the entire course at the end of the semester. The planning, implementation, and evaluation required for these extra tasks will enhance the pillars of leadership identified by the College: Courage, Commitment, Confidence, and Competence.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Open only to sophomores, juniors and seniors
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ART 366 - History of Art: African American Artists
Historical survey of visual art works including by African American artists from the 17th century to the present, and of films by African American filmmakers. The works of selected African American dancers and musicians will be included to offer a more comprehensive representation. Art works and films are discussed in their historical, political, and social context focusing on issues of race and justice in the United States of America. Students will learn to describe, analyze, and interpret visual art works in the relevant historical context. Students have the option of taking this course as their Leadership Semester by co-enrolling in ART 399LS and organizing and presenting a special class session (e.g., an African-American artist as speaker for the class, a field trip to see art work by African American artists, etc.) and a written reflective analysis of the entire course at the end of the semester. The planning, implementation, and evaluation required for these extra tasks will enhance the pillars of leadership identified by the College: Courage, Commitment, Confidence, and Competence.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Instructor consent required for first-year students. Satisfactory completion of COMM 100 .
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ART 370 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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ART 370E - Exhibition/Preparator Internship
Provides the student with the opportunity to build confidence for the transition from academia to the work environment. With faculty supervision, provides the student with on-the-job experiences at a gallery or museum with framing, appropriate techniques for installation of exhibits, care for works of art, and/or other related preparator work.
Credits: 1-6
Prerequisites 12 semester hours in studio, cumulative c+ average, B average in art courses at Columbia College, consent of Instructor and Program Chair
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ART 370G - Graphic Design Internship
Provides the student with the opportunity to build confidence for the transition from academia to the work environment. With faculty supervision, provides the student with on-the-job graphic design experience with a freelance designer, design studio, advertising agency, or company.
Credits: 1-6
Prerequisites ART 271 and ART 371 , cumulative C+ average, B average in art courses at Columbia College, and consent of Instructor and Program Chair
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ART 370M - Museology Internship
Provides the student with the opportunity to build confidence for the transition from academia to the work environment. With faculty supervision, provides the student with on-the-job experience at a museum or gallery focusing on research and other curatorial responsibilities linked to exhibition preparations.
Credits: 1-6
Prerequisites Six semester hours in Art History cumulative C+ average, B average in art courses at Columbia College, and consent of Instructor and Program Chair
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ART 370S - Studio Internship
Provides the student with the opportunity to build confidence for the transition from academia to the work environment. With faculty supervision, provides the student with on-the-job experience with a local artist who specializes in a particular medium.
Credits: 1-6
Prerequisites 12 semester hours in studio, cumulative C+ average, B average in art courses at Columbia College, and consent of Instructor and Program Chair
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ART 371 - Intermediate Graphic Design
A continuation of ART 271 with an emphasis on the solution of corporate and editorial design problems using technical and conceptual skills developed in ART 271 . Students will develop confidence in applying the technical, perceptual and conceptual skills gained in previous courses to visual problems within the context of contemporary trends and practices in graphic design.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 271
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ART 385 - Intermediate Photography
A continuation of ART 285 with an emphasis on the further development of formal, conceptual and expressive skills in relationship to photography. Students will develop confidence in applying the technical, perceptual and conceptual skills gained in previous courses to visual problems within the context of contemporary trends and practices in photography.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 285 . Student must have access to a camera with manual control of exposure and focus
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ART 399LS - Art Leadership Semester
Practical, theoretical, and critical experience in leadership as applied to the disciplines of visual art or art history. A student must develop a Leadership Semester Proposal for a course-related leadership project that indicates how her work for Art 399LS offers her opportunities to develop as a leader based upon the Four C’s of Leadership. Courses eligible for co-enrollment for ART 399LS are ART 360, ART 361 , ART 364 , ART 366 , ART 370E , ART 370G , ART 370M , ART 370P, ART 370S , and ART 495 . This course may be repeated for credit multiple times.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites Junior standing and Consent of Instructor
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ART 400 - Advanced Painting
A senior level capstone studio course in painting. Work developed by students during this course will reflect their synthesis of ideas presented in earlier courses and their technical and conceptual competence in the area of painting.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 300
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ART 408 - Advanced Drawing
A senior level capstone studio course in drawing. Work developed by students during this course will reflect a synthesis of ideas and technical and conceptual competence at a senior level in drawing.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 308 or 2 sh of ART 306
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ART 430 - Advanced Printmaking
A senior level capstone studio course in printmaking. Work developed by students during this course will reflect their synthesis of ideas presented in earlier courses and their technical and conceptual competence at a senior level in printmaking.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 330
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ART 470 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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ART 471 - Advanced Graphic Design
A senior level capstone studio course in graphic design. Work developed by students during this course will reflect their synthesis of ideas presented in earlier courses and their technical and conceptual competence in the area of graphic design.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 371
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ART 484 - Advanced Photography
A senior level capstone studio course in photography. Work developed by students during this course will reflect their synthesis of ideas presented in earlier courses and their technical and conceptual competence in the area of photography.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites ART 384 Student must have access to a 35 mm SLR manual camera
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ART 495 - Senior Exhibit
A course which allows the participating senior opportunities to prepare a selection of her senior studio products for exhibition. Students will collaborate with classmates on preparations for an exhibit, including the following: establishment of a budget; design, printing, and distribution of invitations; design and printing of a brochure; planning for a reception; installation, tagging, and lighting works for show; and removal of works from the gallery. Students have the option of taking this course as their Leadership Semester with the addition of ART 399LS . There is a minimum $50 lab fee for the course.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites Three semester hours of senior level studio credit at Columbia College with a grade of B” or better; successful completion of program criteria for participation in Senior Exhibit”
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BIO 100 - Life Science
An introduction to the principles of life sciences for non-science majors. Scientific methodology, fundamentals of molecular and cellular biology, genetics, anatomy and physiology, animal and plant classification and diversity, evolution, and ecology will be emphasized. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly. Not open to students with credit in BIO 110 .
Credits: 4
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BIO 101 - Science Seminar
A series of scientific presentations and discussions offered by students, faculty and invited speakers. One hour per week offered only in the spring semesters. Student requirements increase as the level of the seminar increases.
Credits: 1
Crosslisted as: CHEM 101 .
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BIO 105 - Human Biology
An introduction to the principles of human biology for non-science majors, with emphasis on cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. Human environmental and population issues will also be discussed. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly. Not open to students with credit in BIO 226 or BIO 326 .
Credits: 4
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BIO 110 - Foundations of Biology
An introduction to unifying biological principles with emphasis on scientific methods, basic biochemistry, cellular form and function, metabolism, and genetics. A minimum grade of C is required to continue from this course into the Biology Major. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
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BIO 120 - Human Health and Epidemiology
A course that introduces the historical contributions and modern uses of epidemiology. The course will include the basic tools of epidemiologic analysis, including case definitions and populations, incidence, prevalence, and case-fatality rates. Students will consider the meaning, scope, and applications of epidemiology to public health practice and the use of vital statistics data in the scientific appraisal of community health. Three hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory weekly
Credits: 4
Prerequisites MATH 103 or MATH 140 or consent of instructor
Crosslisted as: PUBH 120 .
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BIO 123 - Medical Terminology
This course will provide students with a basic medical terminology vocabulary for use in the health care setting. This knowledge will enable them to become successful communicators (especially in the health care setting). Through the course and semester projects students will learn ways to become active community members and life-long learners.
Credits: 3
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BIO 130 - Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology
A survey of human biological form and function for non-science majors. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly. Not open to students with credit for BIO 226 or BIO 326 .
Credits: 4
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BIO 131 - Development and Enhancement of Problem-solving and Thinking Habits I
This course is part one of a two semester seminar sequence. The fall course will focus on developing strong problem solving and reasoning skills and effective collaboration through group work. Many problems presented in this course will come from mathematics, but also from the sciences. This course will meet once a week for two hours.
Credits: 1
Crosslisted as: CHEM 131 , CIS 131 , and MATH 131 .
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BIO 132 - Development and Enhancement of Problem-solving and Thinking Habits Part II
This course is part two of a two semester seminar sequence. The spring course will build upon the skills learned through Biology/Chemistry/Mathematics/Computer and Information Science 131 and will focus on applying acquired skills to a real-life problem. The major end product of the course will include a formal presentation at Spearsfest. The course will meet for two hours every week.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites BIO 131 /CHEM 131 /CIS 131 /MATH 131
Crosslisted as: CHEM 132 , CIS 132 , and MATH 132 .
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BIO 170 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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BIO 201 - Science Seminar
A series of scientific presentations and discussions offered by students, faculty and invited speakers. One hour per week offered only in the spring semesters. Student requirements increase as the level of the seminar increases.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites BIO 101 /CHEM 101
Crosslisted as: CHEM 201 .
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BIO 225 - Biodiversity
A survey of species across major biological taxa with emphasis on patterns and mechanisms of evolution within the Eukarya. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in BIO 110
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BIO 226 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body, including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems. Laboratory includes microscopic study, animal dissection using the cat or another representative mammal and physiological experiments. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in BIO 110
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BIO 240 - Ecology
A study of relationships among organisms in environmental context with emphasis on field research techniques, mathematical modeling, and review of primary literature. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in BIO 110
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BIO 260 - Microbiology for Healthcare Professionals
An introduction to the morphology, physiology, classification, immunology, medical importance, and economic significance of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, molds, yeasts, and protozoa. Laboratory work will stress technique and cultivation of microorganisms. Credit cannot be received for both BIO 265 and BIO 260.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in BIO 110 or BIO 100
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BIO 265 - Microbiology
An introduction to the morphology, physiology, classification, immunology, medical importance, and economic significance of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, molds, yeasts, and protozoa. Laboratory work will stress technique and cultivation of microorganisms. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly. Credit cannot be received for both BIO 265 and BIO 260 .
Credits: 4
Prerequisites A grade of C or better in BIO 110
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BIO 270 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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BIO 301 - Science Seminar
A series of scientific presentations and discussions offered by students, faculty and invited speakers. One hour per week offered only in the spring semesters. Student requirements increase as the level of the seminar increases.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites BIO 201 /CHEM 201
Crosslisted as: CHEM 301 .
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BIO 321 - Parasitology
The life cycles, morphology, ecology, adaptations, pathology, and taxonomy of animal and human parasites. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites BIO 225
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BIO 326 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body, including the cardiovascular, immune, excretory, reproductive, digestive and respiratory systems. Laboratory includes continued microscopic study, animal dissection using the cat or another representative mammal and physiological experiments. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites BIO 226
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BIO 340 - Marine Biology
A survey of microbial, animal and algal diversity in the marine environment with emphasis on biological form and function, coastal systems ecology and fisheries applications. Includes reading and discussion of primary literature.
Credits: 3
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BIO 342 - Biochemistry
A detailed study of the major classes of biomolecules including carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, structural proteins, enzymes, and nucleic acids. Chemical features and biological functions of these molecules will be examined in the context of intermediary metabolism. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites BIO 110 and CHEM 261
Crosslisted as: CHEM 342 .
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BIO 350 - Molecular Cell Biology
This course considers the chemistry of life, the thermodynamic principles that govern cellular chemistry, the role of enzymes, nucleic acid function, protein synthesis, and the cellular organelles’ roles in the integration of the basic unit of life. Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell function are considered. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites CHEM 122 , BIO 225 CHEM 261 is highly recommended as a prior or concurrent course
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BIO 360 - Conservation Biology
An advanced seminar based on case studies of human impacts on biological systems, with emphasis on species extinction, environmental toxicology, non-sustainable harvesting, and restoration ecology. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites BIO 240
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BIO 370 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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BIO 381 - Genetics
Principles of Mendelian heredity, linkage, mutation, sex determination, and eugenics. The working of problems will be stressed. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites BIO 225
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BIO 399LS - Science Leadership Semester
An individualized exploration of leadership as experienced through activities associated with scientific disciplines. Students wishing to complete a Leadership Semester may do so by coupling an experiential learning opportunity with reflective analysis focused on leadership. Appropriate science-related experiences may include the following: (1) internship, employment, or volunteering at a science-related government agency, public service office, or business (2) a research project or experiential learning course pursued at Columbia College or another institution. Approved experiences will involve at least 25 hours of documented activity and will be accompanied by four assessed products: a brief proposal, to be submitted to the Program Chair at least 1 week before the start of the semester in which the experience occurs, a reflective journal of the experience, a final analytical paper, and an oral presentation. Content and formatting guidelines for each product will be provided.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites Junior standing and approval of the Division
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BIO 401 - Science Seminar
A series of scientific presentations and discussions offered by students, faculty and invited speakers. One hour per week offered only in the spring semesters. Student requirements increase as the level of the seminar increases.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites BIO 301 /CHEM 301
Crosslisted as: CHEM 401 .
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BIO 413 - Histology
Provides a comprehensive study of human microanatomy. Lecture will focus on discerning the relationships between morphological structure and function. Laboratory exercises will focus on a thorough examination of human tissue samples from all systems of the human body. The aim of this course is to prepare premedical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, and nursing students for advanced study of medically oriented biological systems. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites BIO 226
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BIO 442 - Advanced Biochemistry
A detailed study of the biosynthesis and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids, including gluconeogenesis, glycogen metabolism, pentose phosphate pathway, ?-oxidation, fatty acid biosysnthesis, ketone bodies, eicosanoid biosynthesis, cholesterol biosynthesis, bile acids, steroid hormone biosynthesis, the nitrogen cycle, synthesis and degradation of amino acids, nucleotide biosynthesis, and purine/pyrimidine metabolism. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites BIO 342
Crosslisted as: CHEM 442 .
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BIO 450 - Immunology
A study of the basic concepts of the immune response, the properties of antigens and antibodies, immunologic specificity, and cellular and human immunity. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours scheduled weekly.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites BIO 350
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BIO 470 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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BUS 101 - Business in Practice
This introductory course offers an overview of the organization, functions, operations and roles of businesses. It presents and discusses career prospects in various business areas highlighting the opportunities that each presents. The course is primarily offered to first year students interested in learning about applied business practices.
Credits: 3
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BUS 170 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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BUS 171 - Personal Financial Management
Introduction to the field of personal financial management and planning, focusing on the tools individuals and families employ to manage their cash, credit cards, investments, taxes, housing and automobile needs, insurance, and other financial activities.
Credits: 3
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BUS 190G - Fundamentals of Risk Management and Insurance
This course covers the fundamentals of risk management and insurance.
Credits: 3
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BUS 202 - Principles of Management
This course focuses on the primary functions of management, to include the planning, organizing, leading, and controlling of organizational resources for the purpose of achieving organizational goals.
Credits: 3
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BUS 203 - Principles of Marketing
Principles and methods involved in the promotion mix used to communicate with the consumer, middleman, and industrialist. Emphasis on psychological, cultural and sociological factors affecting consumer behavior.
Credits: 3
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BUS 205 - Principles of Information Systems
An introduction to contemporary information systems. The focus of the course will be the key components of information systems - people, software, hardware, data, and communication technologies, and the integration of information systems in organizations in a global world.
Credits: 3
Crosslisted as: CIS 205 .
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BUS 215 - Introduction to Sports Management
This introductory course emphasizes basic management principles as they relate to the business of sports. Students are introduced to the specifics of sports marketing, sports law, sports supervision, sports media, sports ethics, recreational sports management and other related areas. There is an emphasis on developing and improving communication skills. An overview is provided with regard to career opportunities in this field.
Credits: 3
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BUS 231 - Introduction to Business Analytics
This course provides a broad overview of how data analytics is used in the business context.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites BUS 202
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BUS 232 - Business Analytics I
This course examines the applications of fundamentals statistical techniques and the use of statistical computer software to business decision making. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability distributions, sampling, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites MATH 140
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BUS 252 - Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism
This course focuses on hospitality operations while offering a broad, comprehensive view of the world’s largest industry. It presents and discusses career prospects in various business areas highlighting the opportunities that each presents. Hospitality operation areas discussed in this course include: hospitality and lodging; beverages, restaurants, and managed services; tourism, recreation, attractions, clubs, and gaming; and assemblies, events, attractions, leadership, and management.
Credits: 3
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BUS 253 - Lodging Operations and Management
This course is designed to examine hotel and lodging management systems. Relevant departments within these settings will be identified and analyzed, and inter-department operations will be reviewed. Students will gain an understanding of the dynamics of hotel and lodging management from a manager’s perspective.
Credits: 3
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BUS 261 - Principles of Accounting I
An elementary course in the principles and application of financial accounting.
Credits: 3
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BUS 262 - Principles of Accounting II
An elementary course in managerial accounting. The emphasis is on providing information for management’s use in making production, marketing, and financial decisions.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites BUS 261
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BUS 270 - Internship
Individual work under faculty supervision with evaluation based on appropriate evidence of achievement. Approval of an internship request by the instructor and the appropriate program chair or division dean is required to be able to register for the course.
Credits: 1-6
Grading Type Mandatory Pass/Fail.
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