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Accounting (ACC) |
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ACC 210 - Financial Accounting Principles Semester Hours: 3
This course introduces students to the principles of financial accounting. Topics include the basic accounting cycle, the preparation and analysis of financial statements, and applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to the recording of merchandise inventories, cash, receivables, long-term assets, current and long-term liabilities, and stockholders equity.
Pre-requisites: GEN 102 - Mathematics Workshop or equivalent.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ACC 220 - Managerial Accounting Principles Semester Hours: 3
This course introduces students to the relevance, use, and interpretation of accounting information for decision making in support of business strategy. Topics include product costing, cost-volume-profit analysis, budgeting, variance analysis, performance measurement, capital budgeting, and short-term decision-making.
Pre-requisites: ACC 210 - Financial Accounting Principles .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ACC 265 - Fraud Investigation I Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to different types of economic fraud committed against organizations by integrating accounting, criminal justice, and computer information systems concepts. The course includes limited accounting theory and concentrates on financial fraud, white-collar crime, how financial fraud is perpetrated, and approaches to fraud investigation, detection, and prevention.
Pre-requisites: ACC 210 - Financial Accounting Principles .
Offered: Fall, odd years.
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ACC 301 - Accounting Careers Seminar (1 semester hour) Semester Hours: 1
This course introduces students to the skills and knowledge needed to successfully compete for internship opportunities. Students develop personal action plans, resumes, interview techniques, networking, critical thinking and self-assessment skills - all crucial preparation for the job market. Students will also complete a job shadow experience within the accounting/finance profession.
Pre-requisites: ACC 210 - Financial Accounting Principles .
Offered: Fall, odd years.
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ACC 350 - Federal Taxation of Individuals Semester Hours: 3
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of income taxation related to individual taxpayers. Students will apply the federal income tax formula to calculate gross income, deductions, credits, and the Federal income tax for individual taxpayers.
Pre-requisites: ACC 220 - Managerial Accounting Principles or consent.
Offered: Fall.
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ACC 355 - Federal Taxation of Entities Semester Hours: 3
This course emphasizes the study of federal income tax relating to corporations, partnerships, non-profit organizations, estates, trusts, and gifts. Other topics include federal income tax rules on individual property transactions and applying cost recovery methods to long-term assets.
Pre-requisites: ACC 350 - Federal Taxation of Individuals completed with a grade of C or above.
Offered: Spring.
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ACC 365 - Fraud Investigation II Semester Hours: 3
This course will expose students to real world fraud case studies and give students experience using data analysis software used by practitioners to detect and prevent fraud. Auditing techniques will be emphasized along with the analysis of internal controls of an organization.
Pre-requisites: ACC 210 - Financial Accounting Principles .
Offered: Spring, even years.
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ACC 390 - Cooperative Education Experience–Accounting (1-12 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-12
This course offers students the opportunity to immerse themselves in an intensive experiential learning experience in accounting/finance during the academic semester. In this offering, students will complete a cooperative education experience with an off-campus employer approved by the Lakeland University Cooperative Education & Career Readiness Office and supervised by a member of the faculty of the J. Garland Schilcutt School of Business and Entrepreneurship. In addition to the work experience required of this seminar, students are also required to co-enroll in EXP 300 during the co-op period.
Pre-requisites: EXP 100 - Professional Protocol (1 semester hour) or consent.
Co-requisites: EXP 300 - Experiential Learning Seminar (1 semester hour) (taken with the first two enrollments of EXP 390 /391 and/or XXX 390/391).
Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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ACC 391 - Cooperative Education Experience–Accounting (0 semester hours) Semester Hours: 0
This course offers students the opportunity to immerse themselves in an intensive experiential learning experience in accounting/finance during the academic semester. In this offering, students will complete a cooperative education experience with an off-campus employer approved by the Lakeland University Cooperative Education & Career Readiness Office and supervised by a member of the faculty of the J. Garland Schilcutt School of Business and Entrepreneurship. In addition to the work experience required of this seminar, students are also required to co-enroll in EXP 300 during the co-op period.
Pre-requisites: EXP 100 - Professional Protocol (1 semester hour) or consent.
Co-requisites: EXP 300 - Experiential Learning Seminar (1 semester hour) (taken with the first two enrollments of EXP 390 /391 and/or XXX 390/391.
Offered: Summer.
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ACC 395 - Intermediate Accounting I Semester Hours: 3
This course focuses on accounting for assets (except investments) such as cash, receivables, inventories, plant assets, and intangible assets. This course also presents a detailed discussion of financial accounting’s conceptual framework, the accounting cycle, the classified balance sheet, the multi-step income statement, and theoretical and practical aspects of time-value of money analysis in accounting.
Pre-requisites: ACC 210 - Financial Accounting Principles completed with a grade of C or above.
Offered: Fall.
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ACC 396 - Intermediate Accounting II Semester Hours: 3
This course continues the coverage of financial accounting topics started in ACC 395. Specific topics include accounting of investments, current liabilities, long-term liabilities (bonds, notes, leases, pensions), stockholders’ equity, deferred income taxes, accounting changes, and the statement of cash flows. This course emphasizes the application, interpretation, and analysis of accounting principles and procedures for complex accounting and reporting topics.
Pre-requisites: ACC 395 - Intermediate Accounting I completed with a grade of C or above.
Offered: Spring.
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ACC 401 - Internship in Accounting I Semester Hours: 3
This is an opportunity for accounting majors to apply theories and concepts to actual work experiences in the field of accounting under the supervision of an external business supervisor and a faculty member from the J. Garland Schilcutt School of Business and Entrepreneurship. Students will develop their technical accounting skills along with their professional skills in a real-world work setting. In addition to the supervised work experience, the student will complete a post-internship reflection report. An internship can be taken for 1 to 12 semester hours.
Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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ACC 402 - Internship in Accounting II Semester Hours: 3
A continuation of the kind of experiences afforded in ACC 401 - Internship in Accounting I . The requirements and conditions are the same, but should be performed in a context different from the previous experience.
Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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ACC 420 - Cost Accounting Semester Hours: 3
Product costing and control as related to job order, process, and standard cost systems. Covers cost-volume-profit relationships, operational budgeting, and responsibility accounting.
Pre-requisites: ACC 220 - Managerial Accounting Principles completed with a grade of C or above.
Offered: Fall.
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ACC 455 - VITA-Income Tax Assistance (1 semester hour) Semester Hours: 1
This course provides students with instruction in state and federal personal income taxes in conjunction with the IRS/Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. Students will prepare income tax returns at an off-campus site. This course may be repeated once for a maximum of 2 credits.
Pre-requisites: ACC 350 - Federal Taxation of Individuals .
Offered: Spring.
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ACC 465 - Accounting Information Systems Semester Hours: 3
This course is intended to provide students with 1) an understanding of data analytic thinking and terminology, 2) an understanding of how to use data to make business decisions, 3) hands-on experience with data analytics tools and techniques, and 4) hands-on experience with one of the most prevalent small business accounting software applications in today’s market (QuickBooks Online). The focus of this class is on concepts, not algorithms or statistical math. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel is strongly recommended, and the most recent version of Microsoft Excel is required for this course.
Pre-requisites: ACC 396 - Intermediate Accounting II or consent.
Offered: Fall.
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ACC 472 - Auditing Theory and Practice Semester Hours: 3
Covers auditing principles, standards, procedures, and practices, including preparation of working papers and various kinds of audit reports. Includes the conceptual framework of auditing; rules of conduct; external reporting concepts; audit methodology, including procedures for gathering evidence; internal control, audit verification, and the role of statistical sampling in auditing for financial information systems. The application of auditing procedures in the review of the financial affairs of business organizations is also included.
Pre-requisites: ACC 396 - Intermediate Accounting II or consent.
Offered: Spring.
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ACC 473 - Advanced Financial Reporting Semester Hours: 3
This course presents an examination of four areas in financial reporting: 1) business combinations and consolidations, 2) foreign currency transactions and translations, 3) reporting for state and local governments, and 4) reporting for non-profit entities.
Pre-requisites: ACC 396 - Intermediate Accounting II .
Offered: Fall.
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ACC 491 - Readings and Research in Accounting (1-4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-4
Special course affording advanced accounting majors the opportunity to propose and effect independent and/or collaborative study projects of their own design within the field of accounting.
Pre-requisites: senior standing and approval of project proposal by the Dean of the J. Garland Schilcutt School of Business and Entrepreneurship; limited to Accounting majors.
Offered: occasionally.
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ACC 492 - Integrative Accounting Capstone Semester Hours: 3
This course is designed for students who will be accounting professionals. The broad objective of this course is to integrate and enhance study of accounting topics, concepts, and methods, building on the knowledge acquired from earlier courses in the program. The focus will be on developing students’ critical thinking and analytical skills by using a case study approach to apply a students’ accounting knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Pre-requisites: ACC 355 - Federal Taxation of Entities , ACC 420 - Cost Accounting , ACC 473 - Advanced Financial Reporting .
Offered: Spring.
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Anthropology (ANT) |
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ANT 110 - Introduction to Anthropology Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to the “science of humanness.” There will be a general overview of each of the five subfields of anthropology stressing both the unity and diversity of the field. Emphasis will be placed on the evolutionary and cultural contributions to understanding the human condition.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: occasionally.
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ANT 200 - Introduction to Archaeology Semester Hours: 3
The discipline of archaeology is primarily concerned with interpreting past societies through their material remains (artifacts). In this introductory course students will gain a cursory understanding of the methods, techniques, goals, and theoretical concepts that archaeologists use to investigate past peoples’ way of life and their cultural remains.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: occasionally.
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ANT 223 - Cultural Anthropology Semester Hours: 3
A look into the various differences and similarities among different cultures of the world. Emphasis is placed on such areas as political organization, religion, and the fine arts.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Spring.
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Studio Art (ART) |
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ART 101 - Drawing I Semester Hours: 3
Isolates and explores the drawing component of line as a means of creating a visual sense of spatial depth, volumetric form, and weight. Emphasis is placed on correct seeing and accurate drawing through various exercises, techniques and subject matter. Various mediums are explored.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall.
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ART 151 - Two-Dimensional Design Semester Hours: 3
An investigation of the elements of art: line, shape, value, texture and space. Emphasis on creativity and craftsmanship. Various mediums are explored.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall.
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ART 152 - Three-Dimensional Design Semester Hours: 3
Introduction to the tools, techniques and materials used to explore plastic form. Emphasis on creativity and craftsmanship. Various three-dimensional mediums are explored.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Spring.
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ART 201 - Drawing II Semester Hours: 3
An advanced study of drawing which focuses on the use of value as a means of describing light, form, and space. Emphasis on composition and extended studies.
Pre-requisites: ART 101 - Drawing I .
Offered: Spring.
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ART 222 - Ceramic Arts I Semester Hours: 3
Traditional ceramic experiences of hand building and wheel throwing, firing, casting, glazing as well as contemporary approaches.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: occasionally.
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ART 240 - Printmaking I Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to a variety of traditional printmaking techniques such as Intaglio, Lithography and Block Printing methods. Emphasis will be placed on originality, creativity and technical control of the mediums.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall, odd years.
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ART 242 - Color Theory Semester Hours: 3
The focus of this course is on the effective use of color to suggest space, light, form, temperature and emotion on a flat, two-dimensional surface. Exercises in hue, value, and intensity will be explored through the medium of acrylic paint on paper.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Spring.
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ART 246 - Painting I Semester Hours: 3
An introductory course in the application of the oil painting medium to techniques involving color theories, value studies, master copies, limited palette exercises and culminating with a full palette final assignment.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 251 - Digital Photography I Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to the techniques and aesthetics of digital photography. Composition, shooting, lighting and Photoshop finishing techniques as they relate to the artistic use of photography. Explores work of important photographers. Students must have a digital SLR or ILC camera with full manual features and be equipped with a 50mm lens.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Spring.
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ART 263 - Art History I Semester Hours: 3
This course examines historical developments of a variety of artistic styles, eras and artworks by artists from around the world, dating from the Paleolithic to the Gothic Era.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall.
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ART 264 - Art History II Semester Hours: 3
This course examines historical developments of a variety of artistic styles, eras and artworks by artists from around the world, dating from the European Renaissance to contemporary developments around the world.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Spring.
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ART 267 - Watercolor I Semester Hours: 3
An introductory course in the application of the watercolor medium to techniques involving color theories, value studies, master copies, limited palette exercises and culminating with a full palette final assignment.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 301 - Drawing III Semester Hours: 3
Drawing students will further explore drawing through the color medium of soft pastels applied to personal content at an advanced level. The student is required to independently develop a focus of study, which must be approved by the instructor.
Pre-requisites: ART 201 - Drawing II .
Offered: Spring.
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ART 312 - Art Teaching Techniques for Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence (2 semester hours) Semester Hours: 2
Students are introduced to content, curriculum, development, implementation, research, practice and evaluation of artwork. This course also develops the student’s working knowledge and confidence about the elements of art through experiences in both two- and three-dimensional art disciplines. An understanding of the developmental stages of art that elementary/middle school children will pass through. The preparation and presentation of art lessons for elementary/middle school children will be covered.
Pre-requisites: EDU 100 - Introduction to Education .
Offered: Fall, even years.
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ART 323 - Ceramic Arts II Semester Hours: 3
A comprehensive course that builds on the forming, glazing and firing techniques learned in ART 222 - Ceramic Arts I . Ceramic Arts II includes instruction in complex wheel throwing techniques, glaze theory and formulation, clay body and surface treatment research, kiln construction and multi-firing technology.
Pre-requisites: ART 222 - Ceramic Arts I .
Offered: occasionally.
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ART 339 - Portfolio Preparation (WI) Semester Hours: 3
(Writing-Intensive)
This course gives practical experience in preparing a portfolio for a career in art and for the continued study of art on the graduate level. Course work includes matting and framing artwork, photographing artwork, preparing slides and résumés, writing artist’s statements, approaching potential employers, applying to graduate programs, approaching galleries, acquiring letters of recommendation, entering competitive exhibitions, etc.
Pre-requisites: GDN 101 - Graphic Design I–Digital Illustration , GEN 112 - Composition II: Argumentation and Research , limited to graphic design and studio art majors of at least junior standing.
Offered: Fall.
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ART 340 - Printmaking II Semester Hours: 3
This advanced course provides further exploration in the printmaking method(s) of a student’s choice. The student is required to independently develop a focus of content, which must be approved by the instructor.
Pre-requisites: ART 240 - Printmaking I .
Offered: Fall, odd years.
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ART 346 - Painting II Semester Hours: 3
An intermediate course in the study of the oil painting medium applying techniques learned in ART 246 - Painting I to more complicated subject matter, further investigation into painting styles and painting techniques not covered in ART 246.
Pre-requisites: ART 246 - Painting I .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 352 - Digital Photography II Semester Hours: 3
This advanced course in Digital Photography will apply techniques learned in ART 251 - Digital Photography I to further explore personal content and imagery as well as investigate new ideas such as color photography and image manipulation.
Pre-requisites: ART 251 - Digital Photography I .
Offered: Spring.
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ART 367 - Watercolor II Semester Hours: 3
An intermediate course in the study of the watercolor medium applying techniques learned in ART 267 - Watercolor I to more complicated subject matter, further investigation into painting styles and painting techniques not covered in ART 267.
Pre-requisites: ART 267 - Watercolor I .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 390 - Cooperative Education Experience–Art (1-12 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-12
This course offers students the opportunity to immerse themselves in an intensive experiential learning experience during the academic semester. Such experiences may vary widely and may include paid or unpaid cooperative education work experiences or intensive research. Individual subject areas that offer the course may include a more specific course description related to the experience.
Pre-requisites: EXP 100 - Professional Protocol (1 semester hour) .
Co-requisites: EXP 300 - Experiential Learning Seminar (1 semester hour) (taken with the first two enrollments of EXP 390 /391 and/or XXX 390/391).
Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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ART 400 - Internship in Art (1-3 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-3
Arranged in advance by the student through consultation with a faculty sponsor and the Cooperative Education & Career Readiness Office.
Pre-requisites: junior standing and consent.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 401 - Senior Exhibit (1 semester hour) Semester Hours: 1
This is the capstone experience for students majoring in Art. Students are required to prepare their best works of art produced as art students at Lakeland University, hang and arrange the exhibit in the Bradley Gallery, provide materials for publicity of the exhibit, produce an original poster for the show and present a gallery talk at the artist reception/convocation.
Pre-requisites: senior standing; limited to Art majors.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 446 - Painting III Semester Hours: 3
This course is for advanced painting students wanting to further explore the medium of oil painting applied to personal content at an advanced level. The student is required to independently develop a focus of study, which must be approved by the instructor.
Pre-requisites: ART 346 - Painting II .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 467 - Watercolor III Semester Hours: 3
This course is for advanced watercolor students wanting to further explore the medium of watercolor applied to personal content at an advanced level. The student is required to independently develop a focus of study, which must be approved by the instructor.
Pre-requisites: ART 367 - Watercolor II .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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ART 480 - Special Topics in Art Semester Hours: 3
In-depth seminar studies of topics of special interest or importance.
Pre-requisites: none.
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ART 490 - Independent Study in Art Semester Hours: 3
For advanced art students who have completed all of the art courses currently offered and want to explore an area further.
Pre-requisites: requires permission of supervising instructor, who will also determine when the class can be scheduled.
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Biology (BIO) |
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BIO 100 - Introduction to Biology (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
An introduction to the key principles and concepts of human biology for non-biology majors. This course includes a laboratory.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall and/or Spring.
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BIO 101 - Environmental Science (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
An introductory course in environmental science with specific emphasis on current environmental problems, their causes, and their possible solutions. Examples include climate change, biodiversity, endangered species, pollution, and energy alternatives. Covered are basic ecological concepts, biotic and abiotic cycles, natural resources, and conservation. This course includes a laboratory.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall and/or Spring.
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BIO 111 - Life Sciences I (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
An introductory course that presents the basic biological concepts of the chemistry of life, cell structure, cell function, the genetic basis of life, and the mechanisms of evolution. This course includes a laboratory.
Pre-requisites: GEN 102 - Mathematics Workshop ; recommended for science majors only.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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BIO 135 - Medical Terminology (2 semester hours) Semester Hours: 2
This course introduces students to medical terminology in the form of common roots, prefixes, suffixes, and abbreviations, with an emphasis on spelling, definition, and pronunciation. This course will also introduce basic medical terminology in Spanish.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: occasionally.
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BIO 201 - Nutrition Semester Hours: 3
This course studies how the body digests, absorbs, and uses the nutrients required for necessary health and growth. Students learn about the 6 major classes of nutrients and their specific physiological roles, examine nutritional supplements and food additives, and analyze and evaluate their own diet.
Pre-requisites: any biology (BIO) course.
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BIO 211 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
A systematic study of human structure and function. Histological, anatomical, and physiological analysis of human organ systems. Emphasis on applications to health, medicine, and practical maintenance of homeostatic processes. The laboratory includes limited dissection and experimental models of the human body. Topics covered include diagnostic methods, the integumentary system, the skeletal system, the muscular system, and the peripheral nervous system.
Pre-requisites: BIO 111 - Life Sciences I (4 semester hours) .
Offered: Fall.
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BIO 262 - Genetics (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
A study of the genetic basis for life and the laws that govern heredity. Topics will include mendelian and non-mendelian inheritance, chromosome theory and organization, DNA replication, transcription, translation, mutation, chromosome rearrangements, gene regulation, and the cell cycle as it relates to cancer.
Pre-requisites: BIO 111 - Life Sciences I (4 semester hours) or consent, and MAT 220 - Probability and Statistics or equivalent.
Offered: Spring.
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BIO 320 - Evolution Semester Hours: 3
A lecture/seminar course designed to provide an overview of the major processes of biological evolution. Evolution is presented in terms of the geological and biological history of the earth, major extinction events, the diversity and classification of organisms, and mechanisms for evolution including natural selection and genetic drift. The major concepts and misconceptions of evolution will be presented from historical and modern perspectives. Students will be expected to contribute to intelligent and informed discussions on evolution’s role in biodiversity, mass extinctions, modern diseases, and other modern life sciences.
Pre-requisites: BIO 262 - Genetics (4 semester hours) or consent.
Offered: Fall, even years.
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BIO 330 - Microbiology (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
An in-depth study of bacteria, viruses, and closely-related micro-organisms, both nonpathogenic and pathogenic. Topics include history, morphology, metabolism, growth, genetics, and control of these organisms. A study of applied microbiology is also included. Laboratory work consists of learning correct sterile procedures in handling cultures, staining techniques, and the identification of unknowns.
Pre-requisites: BIO 111 - Life Sciences I (4 semester hours) . It is recommended that a student takes BIO 112 - Life Sciences II (4 semester hours) prior to enrollment in this course.
Pre- or co-requisites: CHM 132 - Principles of Chemistry II (4 semester hours) , or consent.
Offered: Fall and/or Spring as needed.
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BIO 331 - Fundamentals of Immunology Semester Hours: 3
A study of the immune system of the vertebrate body. A detailed look at the various aspects of innate and acquired immunity. Includes exploration of the lymphoid organs, immunogens, antigens, antibody structure, biological properties of immunoglobulins, genetic control, antigen-antibody interactions, the Complement System, B-cells, T-cells, immunological disorders, hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, transfusions, transplantations, and tumor immunology.
Pre-requisites: BIO 262 - Genetics (4 semester hours) and CHM 132 - Principles of Chemistry II (4 semester hours) .
Offered: occasionally.
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BIO 342 - Invertebrate Zoology and Parasitology (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
An advanced study of the invertebrates, including those organisms both parasitic and nonparasitic. Morphology, life cycles, epidemiology, pathology, and symptomology. The main emphasis is invertebrate ecology, and, in particular, its relationship to humans. A laboratory is included.
Pre-requisites: BIO 112 - Life Sciences II (4 semester hours) .
Offered: occasionally.
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BIO 350 - General Ecology (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
An introduction to the concepts and applications of general ecology. This course is designed to explore the fundamental principles of ecology as a quantitative, experimental science. The laboratory component utilizes plant and animal populations in local terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems to test hypotheses, collect and interpret ecological data, and write laboratory reports.
Pre-requisites: BIO 112 - Life Sciences II (4 semester hours) and MAT 220 - Probability and Statistics or equivalent.
Offered: Fall, odd years.
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BIO 351 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
A comparison of the anatomies and functions thereof from representative chordates. Embryological history, evolutionary principles, dissection, and experimental approaches to vertebrate diversity. Emphasis is placed on the laboratory.
Pre-requisites: BIO 112 - Life Sciences II (4 semester hours) .
Offered: occasionally.
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BIO 352 - Plant Science (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
This course is intended to provide a survey of the plant sciences, including plant anatomy for both herbaceous and woody plants, their physiology, growth, and reproduction. This is an intermediate, one-semester course incorporating classroom and laboratory components of a general botany and forestry course. We will examine multiple aspects of why plants live where they do and why their populations fluctuate. Importantly, all aspects of botanical sciences must be examined within the context of evolutionary biology. The labs (and possibly the lectures) will at times be out of doors for activities and/or field trips to explore the diversity of plants in local ecosystems, representative forests, agricultural systems, greenhouses, and parks. The significant links between plants, humans and their shared environment is emphasized throughout the course.
Pre-requisites: BIO 112 - Life Sciences II (4 semester hours) or instructor consent.
Offered: Spring, odd years.
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BIO 401 - Internship in Biology (1-12 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-12
An internship in a biology-related field arranged in advance by the student in consultation with the faculty advisor and the Cooperative Education & Career Readiness Office. This course will provide the biology student with practical training and experience.
Pre-requisites: faculty consent.
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BIO 421 - Tropical Ecology (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
This is an advanced, spring semester course in tropical forest and coral reef ecology that takes place primarily in Belize after the spring semester ends. The bulk of the course revolves around experiential learning in Belize along with formal lectures by both the Lakeland instructors and faculty on site in Belize. This course is designed to explore the fundamental properties of both terrestrial and marine habitats in the tropics with an emphasis placed on research projects conceptualized and carried out by students in a lowland tropical rainforest. The student research projects will provide for the collection, analysis, and interpretation of ecological data with a formal presentation of those results once back on Lakeland’s campus. The logistics of the Belize portion of the course will be handled by the Belize Foundation for Research & Environmental Education (BFREE) and several, mandatory, preparation meetings will take place.
Offered: Spring, even years.
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BIO 441 - Neurobiology (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
An in-depth study of the nervous system, primarily human with animals as experimental models. Biochemical, pharmacological cellular systematic activity of the NS, sensory, motor and autonomic systems. Neurophysiology and neuroendocrinology. A laboratory is included.
Pre-requisites: BIO 212 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 semester hours) and junior standing or consent.
Offered: occasionally.
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BIO 475 - Scientific Analysis and Writing I (WI) (2 semester hours) Semester Hours: 2
(Writing-Intensive)
A directed investigation of selected topics in biology focusing on the comprehension and analysis of primary literature. Students will learn how to break down and critically evaluate scientific research articles on topics selected by the instructor. Class discussion and debate will be used to highlight how data can be interpreted in multiple ways, how statistics can be misleading, and the importance of the peer review process.
Pre-requisites: BIO 262 - Genetics (4 semester hours) , BIO 350 - General Ecology (4 semester hours) , and GEN 112 - Composition II: Argumentation and Research .
Offered: Spring.
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BIO 480 - Biological Science Seminar Semester Hours: 3
A seminar course designed to acquaint the student with present literature and experimentation taking place in the field of biology, to discuss current problems in biology and the health fields, and to hear off-campus speakers in these areas.
Pre-requisites: five biology (BIO) courses or consent.
Offered: Fall or Spring as needed.
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BIO 491 - Independent Study and Research in Biology (1-12 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-12
Students will conduct scientific research in cooperation with a faculty member. The results of this project will be presented to the greater scientific community either on campus or at a scientific conference.
Pre-requisites: faculty consent.
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Biochemistry (BIOC) |
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BIOC 301 - Developmental Biology Semester Hours: 3
This course introduces students to major ideas and mechanisms of early embryonic development in animals. Major topics of focus include examination of the stages of early development, embryo morphogenesis, cellular and biochemical differences that arise during development, and examination of different types of genetic control that influence these events.
Pre-requisites: BIO 262 - Genetics (4 semester hours) .
Offered: occasionally during Spring.
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BIOC 343 - Metabolic Biochemistry Semester Hours: 3
This course will focus on the bioenergetics and metabolism of biological systems. Topics covered in this course will include glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, pentose phosphate pathway, citric acid cycle, electron transport chain, ATP synthesis, and the urea cycle. Students will also be required to understand the biochemical basis for various metabolic diseases as well as be able to understand and explain the biochemical basis for popular diet trends.
Pre-requisites: CHM 203 - Organic Chemistry: Short Course and BIO 111 - Life Sciences I (4 semester hours) .
Offered: Spring.
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BIOC 343L - Biochemistry Lab (1 semester hour) Semester Hours: 1
This laboratory explores the biochemical techniques used to proteins, lipids, and cellular metabolites.
Pre- or co-requisites: BIOC 343 - Metabolic Biochemistry .
Offered: Spring, as needed.
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BIOC 350 - Pharmacology Semester Hours: 3
Pharmacology is the study of how drugs affect biological systems. Students will become familiar with the basic principles of Pharmacology including such sub-topics as Pharmacokinetics, Drug Classification, Drug Safety, Pharmacotherapeutics, Pharmacodynamics, and Toxicology. They will be able to perform dosage calculations effectively and be able to interpret and critically assess data from drug studies in regard to therapeutic effectiveness and adverse effects.
Pre-requisites: BIO 111 - Life Sciences I (4 semester hours) and CHM 132 - Principles of Chemistry II (4 semester hours) .
Offered: occasionally.
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BIOC 353 - Cellular Biochemistry Semester Hours: 3
Topics covered in this course will include the structure and function of biological macromolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids), the biochemical foundation of cellular function including organelle ultra-structure, genetic synthesis, genetic replication, genetic expression, protein synthesis, protein modification, and cell signaling pathways.
Pre-requisites: CHM 132 - Principles of Chemistry II (4 semester hours) and BIO 262 - Genetics (4 semester hours) .
Offered: Fall.
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BIOC 357 - Bioinformatics Semester Hours: 3
This course explores the use of computer applications in the manipulation and analysis of DNA, RNA and protein sequences. Specific topics will include genomic evolution, gene structure and regulation, RNA splicing and stability, post-translational processing, intracellular protein targeting, expression pattern analysis, identification of domains and motifs in proteins, and the connection of mutations to disease/mutant phenotypes.
Pre-requisites: CHM 132 - Principles of Chemistry II (4 semester hours) and BIO 262 - Genetics (4 semester hours) .
Offered: Fall, odd years.
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BIOC 380 - Special Topics in Biochemistry Semester Hours: 3
Special topics courses provide an opportunity for faculty and students to explore new fields and content that are not regularly covered in the current curriculum
Pre-requisites: determined by instructor.
Offered: occasionally.
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BUS 150 - Pathways to Success: An Introduction to Business Semester Hours: 3
This course is designed to provide students contemplating careers in business with an overview of the business-economics workplace and an appreciation for the work, people, and personal skills essential for success in it. Through classroom and directed “Student-As-Practitioner” activities, the student will become acquainted with the economic environment in which business operates, the organizational structures, functional areas, career options, terminology, ethics, and protocols of business. The students in this course will also begin the process of résumé generation and portfolio development.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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BUS 200 - Business and Professional Protocol (2 semester hours) Semester Hours: 2
This course is designed to help prepare business students to meet, eat and function professionally in a business environment. Through course-related classroom and other activities the focus will be on the basics of business etiquette, manners and dress, dining and entertainment do’s and don’ts, and international protocol. The student will learn to operate in various professional environments and handle etiquette and protocol issues in a practical and responsible manner.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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BUS 282 - Industrial/Organizational Psychology Semester Hours: 3
An application of the principles of psychology to the workplace. Based on the science and theories of human behavior, this course emphasizes the enhancement of organizations through maximizing the performance of employees. Topics include: construction of job descriptions, interview techniques, evaluating letters of recommendation, developing training programs, measurement of job satisfaction, leadership and empowerment skills, stress management, and other concepts crucial to a successful work environment.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology or any BUS course.
Offered: Spring, even years.
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BUS 284 - Principles of International Business Semester Hours: 3
An introduction and overview of the principal disciplines of business, such as accounting, finance, management, and marketing, as they apply to international business situations. International economics, government, and intercultural communications.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall, even years.
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BUS 285 - Special Topics in Business Semester Hours: 3
An opportunity to study topics in business of special interest and importance.
Pre-requisites: will be announced in conjunction with topic selected.
Offered: occasionally.
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BUS 301 - Management Information Systems Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to management information systems and computer applications used in business. Designed to provide the business student with the background needed to interface with information technology. Course will include spreadsheet applications, database systems, protection of data and information, and legal and ethical issues in information systems. May also discuss e-commerce and enterprise information systems.
Pre-requisites: GEN 102 - Mathematics Workshop or equivalent.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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BUS 305 - Survey of the United States Healthcare System Semester Hours: 3
This course will explore the basic evolutionary track of the United States healthcare delivery system, its primary attributes, the continuous reconfiguration of delivering the multi-faceted health services, and the role of the public and private sectors in shaping the system. The course will focus on the positioning and repositioning of the system’s strategic process to meet the changes and capitalize on the new developments in the geo-demographic and new technological advancements. The course will discuss the basic foundations of the health care system by utilizing an integrative approach to the interrelatedness of the financing of health care services and the delivery system. In addition, the course will discuss the future of healthcare services.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: alternating semesters in the Evening, Weekend, Online program.
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BUS 308 - Healthcare Financial Management Semester Hours: 3
Designed to introduce the healthcare professional with a limited knowledge of business finance to key financial concepts and tools used in various healthcare institutions. Topics covered are financial management in a pluralistic system characterized by public and private financing, revenue cycle and resource allocation under private and third party payers, and the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Includes financial reporting, management and financing of working capital, operational planning, capital budgeting and the utilization of financial analysis tools to facilitate the financial decision making process to sustain short and long-term financial health of the institution.
Pre-requisites: ACC 210 - Financial Accounting Principles .
Offered: alternating semesters in the Evening, Weekend, Online program.
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BUS 309 - Healthcare Economics Semester Hours: 3
The study of understanding the relevancy of economics around a set of basic economic principles including resource allocation, supply and demand, utility and profit maximization by utilizing analytical economic tools to develop an informed view about healthcare issues. Topics covered are the labor markets for healthcare professionals, the role of government in healthcare markets, governmental regulations, and the continuous dynamic nature of healthcare services.
Pre-requisites: BUS 305 - Survey of the United States Healthcare System .
Offered: alternating semesters in the Evening, Weekend, Online program.
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BUS 325 - The Insurance Industry Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to the insurance industry, including insurance principles, the concepts of risk and underwriting, and an overview of policy procedures, claims processing and other related topics.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: alternating semesters in the Evening, Weekend, Online program.
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BUS 330 - Management Principles Semester Hours: 3
The major approaches and techniques of management, including the administrator’s task of organizing, planning, leading, and controlling the organization, its people, and its resources.
Pre-requisites: ACC 210 - Financial Accounting Principles or consent.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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BUS 335 - Study Abroad in Business Semester Hours: 3
This course will explore business and economic issues in an international context. Students will be introduced to the local culture, language and business practices. Location varies by term. Course may be taken multiple times for credit.
Pre-requisites: sophomore standing.
Offered: Spring, odd years.
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BUS 340 - Principles of Business Finance Semester Hours: 3
Acquisition and use of short- and long-term funds by business. Concepts covered include cost of capital, ratio analysis, cash budgets, capital budgeting, debt, and equity financing.
Pre-requisites: ACC 210 - Financial Accounting Principles .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
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BUS 365 - Personal Financial Management Semester Hours: 3
Introduction to topics in personal financial planning, including personal investing, retirement planning, insurance, and cash and debt management issues.
Pre-requisites: sophomore standing.
Offered: Spring, even years.
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BUS 366 - Global Financial Markets Semester Hours: 3
Application of financial theory to the operations of multinational firms; survey of the international financial environment; determinants of international portfolio and direct investment capital flows; management of foreign exchange positions and hedging strategies; evaluation of foreign investment projects (multinational capital budgeting); international financial structure decisions; multinational credit institutions and capital markets; taxation of international business.
Pre-requisites: BUS 340 - Principles of Business Finance .
Offered: occasionally.
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BUS 370 - Intercultural Communications Semester Hours: 3
A survey of the norms, values, and beliefs that differentiate regions of the globe, and their application by domestic concerns not only to enter and succeed in the economic market of those regions, but also to acquire a better understanding of the people functioning within such contexts.
Pre-requisites: sophomore standing.
Offered: occasionally.
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BUS 380 - Human Resource Management Semester Hours: 3
This foundation course covers the challenging environmental changes taking place: globalization of business which calls for multinational workforces; rapid change in products; technology and work methods which call for management of organizational change; increased diversity of the American labor force; and evolving work and family roles which call for innovative programs to accommodate these changes and ensure that organizations have effective workforces.
Pre-requisites: BUS 330 - Management Principles .
Offered: Spring.
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BUS 390 - Cooperative Education Experience–Business (1-12 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-12
This course offers students the opportunity to immerse themselves in an intensive experiential learning experience during the academic semester. Such experiences may vary widely and may include paid or unpaid cooperative education work experiences or intensive research. Individual subject areas that offer the course may include a more specific course description related to the experience.
Pre-requisites: EXP 100 - Professional Protocol (1 semester hour) .
Co-requisites: EXP 300 - Experiential Learning Seminar (1 semester hour) (taken with the first two enrollments of EXP 390 /391 and/or XXX 390/391).
Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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BUS 391 - Cooperative Education Experience–Business (0 semester hours) Semester Hours: 0
This course offers students the opportunity to immerse themselves in an intensive experiential learning experience during the summer. Such experiences may vary widely and may include paid or unpaid cooperative education work experiences or intensive research. Individual subject areas that offer the course may include a more specific course description related to the experience.
Pre-requisites: EXP 100 - Professional Protocol (1 semester hour) .
Co-requisites: EXP 300 - Experiential Learning Seminar (1 semester hour) (taken with the first two enrollments of EXP 390 /391 and/or XXX 390/391).
Offered: Summer.
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BUS 400 - Business Internship Semester Hours: 3
An internship in a business-related field arranged in advance by the student in consultation with the faculty advisor and the Cooperative Education & Career Readiness Office. Students are expected to participate extensively in the work and activities of the firm. Student may complete internships in finance, insurance, international business, marketing, management, sports management, nonprofit management or other fields as approved by the faculty advisor.
Pre-requisites: none.
Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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