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AVS 2810 - Introduction to Air Traffic Control
Overview of the FAA Air Traffic Control System discussing the roles, responsibilities, and interactions it has within the National Airspace System. This includes a survey of the structure, tools, procedures and services of the air traffic control system emphasizing the role and responsibilities of air traffic controllers within the system.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Sophomore standing; AVS 1200 and AVS 1210 with grades of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Science and Administration or Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 2820 - Air Traffic Control Tower Operations
Examination of control tower operations within the FAA air traffic control system. Study of operational roles, concerns, regulations and procedures relevant to air traffic controllers in the terminal environment.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1510 (may be taken concurrently) and AVS 2810.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Science and Administration or Aviation Flight Science with departmental approval.
When Offered: Fall and Spring
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AVS 3060 - Advanced Aerodynamics and Performance
Advanced aerodynamics and flight principles related to airplane operations and performance. Design concepts for high performance, supersonic and special use airplanes are studied to enable pilots to understand and predict airplane performance and limitations in a wide range of flight applications with special regard for speed and configuration.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: PHYS 1070/1080, AVS 1210, AVS 1220, AVS 1230.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3070 - Advanced Aircraft Systems
A study of the design, operation, monitoring, and control of transport category aircraft systems. The architecture and interaction among systems is discussed and various aircraft configurations are investigated.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 1220. Recommend AVS 1230 and taking AVS 3080 concurrently.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3080 - Advanced Aircraft Systems Laboratory
This is a laboratory which relates to the topics covered in AVS 3070. It provides hands-on familiarization and training with the construction, operation, and control of transport category aircraft systems.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 3070 (recommend taken concurrently).
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3190 - Aviation Law
Legal principles governing the aviation industry. Historical precedents, regulatory statutes, standards, contracts, liability and insurance, current developments and court decisions.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1200 and Junior standing.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3210 - Air Force Leadership Studies I
Communication, management, and ethical skills for Air Force officers. Emphasizes standards and professionalism in the modern officer corps. Leadership laboratory.
Credits: 4 hours
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AVS 3220 - Global Navigation and International Flight Planning
Advanced navigation systems and equipment including RNAV, pictorial displays, flight directors, airborne radar, INS, IRS, OMEGA, GLONASS, SATCOM, and GPS. Principles of worldwide navigation including time zones, spherical distance and course, and electronic calculations for decision-making. Long range planning including air transport performance.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 2210 and AVS 2220.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3230 - Air Force Leadership Studies II
Leadership theory, traditional Air Force management functions, and current practices. Emphasizes the application of leadership concepts by junior officers. Leadership laboratory.
Credits: 4 hours
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AVS 3300 - Aerobatic Flight
Ground and flight instruction in aerobatic flight maneuvers. This course will improve aircraft handling capabilities, critical attitude recovery, understanding of aerodynamics, and self-confidence.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department and chief flight instructor approval (application required for approval by chief flight instructor).
Credits: 1 hour
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AVS 3320 - Single Engine Seaplane
Ground and flight instruction which would add a seaplane class rating to private or commercial pilot certificate holders.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department and chief flight instructor approval (application required for approval by chief flight instructor); and Private Pilot Certificate.
Credits: 1 hour
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AVS 3410 - Certified Accelerated Pilot Training V
Theory and practice of high performance complex aircraft operation. Practice of team concepts. Application of advanced navigation systems. Basic aerobatic training. Aviation law, regulatory statutes, and liability issues. Includes a flight laboratory.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 8 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 3420 - Certified Accelerated Pilot Training VI
Transport aircraft systems theory and operation. Large aircraft systems including turbine engines, hydraulic, pneumatic, flight controls, pressurization, electrical, landing gear, anti-ice and fire protection systems. Includes a systems laboratory.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 3410 (may be taken concurrently) and department approval.
Credits: 8 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 3530 - Professional Flight III Theory
Ground instruction emphasizing select professional pilot operations required for commercial pilot certification. Course includes crew concepts, Federal Aviation Regulations, and aeronautical decision making.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 2050, AVS 2060, AVS 2070 (all three may be taken concurrently), and AVS 2520, with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites; and chief flight instructor approval (application required); and FAA 2nd class medical certificate.
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 3540 - Professional Flight III Lab
Continuing development of aeronautical skill, knowledge, and experience necessary for professional pilot application through flight and simulator instruction. Review of advance instrument, cross-country procedures, and introduction to complex aircraft.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3530 (may be taken concurrently), department and chief flight instructor approval required (application required for approval by chief flight instructor), and FAA 2nd class medical certificate.
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 3550 - Professional Flight IV Theory
Completion of ground instruction requirements for commercial pilot and multi-engine pilot certification. Focus on commercial maneuvers, complex aircraft systems, application of advance navigation systems, and multi-engine principles of flight.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3530 and AVS 3540, department and chief flight instructor approval (application required for approval by chief flight instructor), and FAA 2nd class medical certificate required.
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 3560 - Professional Flight IV Lab
Completion of flight and simulator instruction in aeronautical skills, knowledge, complex aircraft and experience requirements for commercial, instrument and multi-engine pilot certification. Includes experience in crew concepts, upset training, instrument, single and multi-engine operations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3540 and AVS 3550 (AVS 3550 may be taken concurrently), department and chief flight instructor approval required (application required for approval by chief flight instructor), and FAA 2nd class medical certificate required.
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 3600 - Reciprocating Engine Overhaul
Comprehensive laboratory work involving the inspection, repair, overhaul, and operation of reciprocating power plants, in accordance with the FAA and manufacturer technical data. Proper logbook entries and overhaul documentation is included.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 2630.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3620 - Aircraft Structures II
Advanced study of aircraft structures building upon the knowledge gained in Airframe I. Includes substantial laboratory work including inspection, test and repair of welded, fiberglass, composite, plastic, honeycomb, and laminated primary and secondary structures.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 2620.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3630 - Reciprocating Engine Systems
Principles of operation of reciprocating engine, fuel metering, induction, exhaust, and ignition systems.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 2630.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3640 - Aircraft Electrical II
Classroom and laboratory study of aircraft electrical diagrams, components (batteries, starters, generators, alternators, regulators, switches, circuit breakers, and wiring), and systems including care, preventive maintenance, and repair.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 2640.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3650 - Non-Destructive Testing
Theory and application of non-destructive testing methods; liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, radiographic, eddy current, ultrasonic, and enhanced visual. Other methods are also discussed.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3620, AVS 3640 and IME 1020.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: This course is restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology: Maintenance Management.
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AVS 3660 - Avionics
Theory, operation, installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of aircraft avionics and associated equipment. Included will be study of flight instruments, communication, navigation, flight management, auto flight, and weather avoidance systems.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3620 and AVS 3640.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3670 - Airframe Systems
Classroom and laboratory study of aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems, air conditioning and pressurization, fire detection and extinguishing systems and other airframe systems.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3620 and AVS 3640.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3690 - Testing Evaluation and Instrumentation
Aircraft engine and systems performance testing, operations, and evaluation including applications of indicating and warning systems, signal processing, digital and analog data acquisition. Engine diagnosis includes the use of dynamometers, test cell thrust beds and computer based analyses.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3630 and AVS 3640. Corequisite: AVS 3660.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 3990 - Field Experience
A program of practical experience and independent study to supplement and enrich classroom learning. Written reports are required. May be repeated to a maximum of eight semester credit hours.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Notes: Credit/No Credit only.
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AVS 4020 - Multi-Engine Flight
Principles of flight in multi-engine airplanes. Provides transition from complex single-engine airplane to procedures and techniques peculiar to multi-engine operation.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 3550, department and chief flight instructor approval (application required for approval of chief flight instructor).
Credits: 1 hour
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (0 - 1)
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AVS 4030 - Flight Instructor Fundamentals
An introduction to techniques and responsibilities of flight instruction. Includes classroom preparation in fundamentals of learning and teaching theory. Features instruction in proper supervision of instructional scenarios in flight situations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3560, department and chief flight instructor approval (application required for approval of chief flight instructor).
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4040 - Instrument Flight Instructing
Techniques of flight instruction applied to instrument flying. Designed to upgrade an airplane flight instructor to an instrument instructor. Instructional techniques of attitude instrument flying, flight simulator utilization, instrument enroute procedures, radio navigation, critical situations, and performance analysis. After certification, supervised teaching experience is required.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 4060, department and chief flight instructor approval (application required for approval of chief flight instructor).
Credits: 1 hour
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (0 - 2)
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AVS 4060 - Flight Instructor Certification
A study and application of airplane performance skills, flight maneuvers, and pilot operations pursuant to qualification as flight instructor. Involves flight and ground instruction, lesson planning and execution, and analysis of common student errors.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 4030 (may be taken concurrently), department and chief flight instructor approval (application required for approval of chief flight instructor).
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4090 - Multi-Engine Flight Instructor
Instructional techniques necessary to qualify for an airplane multi-engine flight instructor rating. Topics include multi-engine aerodynamics and performance, analysis of multi-engine procedures and maneuvers, multi-instructor responsibilities, common student errors, and flight safety considerations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3560, AVS 4060, department and chief flight instructor approval (application required for approval of chief flight instructor).
Credits: 1 hour
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4100 - Airport Planning, Operations, and Administration
Comprehensive overview of airports and airport systems with a focus on administration matters. Topics covered include historical development, legislation and regulation, airport design and operations, project planning and funding, and administrative organizations and activities for airports of various sizes and activity levels. Airport related issues such as environment, safety, and security are examined.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: FIN 3200 and LAW 3800.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Science and Administration.
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AVS 4110 - Airline Flight Operations
Systems, performance, and regulation of transport aircraft and operations. Role of the dispatcher in flight operations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3060, AVS 3070, AVS 3080, and AVS 3220.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 4120 - Line Oriented Flight Crew Simulation
Utilization of aircraft performance, systems, and resources (both human and information) to enhance flight operations and human performance.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3540 and AVS 4110 (AVS 4110 may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 4210 - National Security Affairs I
Formation and implementation of defense policy and strategy. Bureaucratic interplay and impact of nuclear technology. Investigation of current defense issues. Leadership laboratory.
Credits: 4 hours
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AVS 4220 - National Security Affairs II and Preparation for Active Duty
Role of the professional officer in a democratic society. Global security issues. Military justice and the laws of war. Leadership laboratory.
Credits: 4 hours
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AVS 4240 - Corporate Aviation Management
Management of aviation flight departments of business corporations. Topics include human resource management, aircraft selection and planning, management and organization of flight and maintenance operations, and requirements of international operations. Current and future issues such as globalization of business operations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Junior standing.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science or Aviation Science and Administration.
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AVS 4270 - Airline Administration
Economic characteristics of the airline industry and air carrier ownership and organization. Revenues, costs, and productivity. Route structure and scheduling. International competition and regulation. This course is approved as a writing-intensive course which may fulfill the baccalaureate-level writing requirement of the student’s curriculum.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1200, IME 1020 and Junior standing.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science or Aviation Science and Administration.
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AVS 4280 - International Aviation
A focus on the common issues surrounding the globalization of aviation. Topics include human resource management, employee recruitment and selection, labor/management relations, international requirements and opportunities. International standards and agreements and international flight operations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3190 and Junior standing.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science or Aviation Science and Administration.
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AVS 4300 - Jet Equivalent Training
This course provides transport category aircraft flight simulation. The student receives cockpit operation and flight training using a state of the art transport category FTD. Hours arranged.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3560, AVS 4110, AVS 4120 (AVS 4120 may be taken concurrently), and department approval.
Credits: 6 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 4410 - Certified Accelerated Pilot Training VII
Theory and practice of multi-engine commercial instrument flight operations. Transport aircraft operations including systems, performance, regulations and dispatch. Upset and unusual attitude recovery training. Includes a flight laboratory.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3420 and department approval.
Credits: 8 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 4420 - Certified Accelerated Pilot Training VIII
Transport aircraft simulator training and jet aircraft transition. Crew operation, resource management, and performance planning for large aircraft.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 4410 (may be taken concurrently) and department approval.
Credits: 8 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 4600 - Aircraft Inspection and Airworthiness Certification
A practicum course in which aircraft inspections are performed in accordance with manufacturer’s and FAA regulatory requirements in order to determine aircraft worthiness. Required documentation, data searches, record keeping and part control and accountability are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3650, AVS 3660, AVS 3670, and AVS 3690; with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 6 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4620 - Reliability, Maintainability and Supportability
Aircraft reliability, maintainability and supportability (RMS) are examined. Methods of incorporating reliability and maintainability into aircraft design are discussed. Support requirements and the economic impact of maintenance on life cycle costs are covered.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 3670.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4630 - Airline Maintenance Operations
Maintenance operations of commercial airlines will be examined. Topics include corporate structure, maintenance philosophy, authority and responsibilities of the maintenance organization, cost control, and economic impact of maintenance operations on airline profitability. Support organizations and the impact of Federal regulations will also be covered.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4640 - Aircraft Turbine Engines and Systems
Advanced aircraft engine and systems operations, service, repair, and overhaul. Emphasis is placed on inspection, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing aircraft engines in the repair station and commercial air carrier environments.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 3690
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4700 - Advanced Propulsion Systems
Advanced propulsion systems with emphasis on aircraft turbine engines and systems. Component design, system integration, advanced testing, operations, and troubleshooting are covered.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4710 - Advanced Instrumentation Systems
Advanced engine instrumentation systems with emphasis on the aircraft engine monitoring systems and flight deck integration. Advanced topics in electronic data acquisition, systems integration, and applications to engine testing, operations, and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4720 - Advanced Structures and Materials
Advanced topics in airframe structures. Included will be study of materials and manufacturing processes used in current, state of the art aircraft structures. New generation materials will be addressed, with emphasis being placed on non-metallic composite structures.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4900 - Senior Project I – Planning
First course of a two-semester sequence. Students work in teams on approved projects. Class discussion will include problem definition, project planning, task scheduling, ethics, and decision impact analysis. Use of case studies will add to the students’ understanding of real world situations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 4600 and junior standing.
Credits: 1 hour
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Notes: This course, when completed satisfactorily with AVS 4910, is approved as a writing-intensive course which may satisfy the baccalaureate-level writing requirement of the student’s curriculum.
When Offered: Fall
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AVS 4910 - Senior Project II – Analysis
Second course in the two-course senior project. Solutions proposed for the problem identified in Senior Project I will be fully researched by the same team. This investigation will include ethical, financial, legal and environmental concerns. Written and oral status reports are required along with a formal report and professional presentation. Interaction with faculty and industry mentors is also necessary.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 4900 (may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Notes: This course, when completed satisfactorily with AVS 4900, is approved as a writing-intensive course which may satisfy the baccalaureate-level writing requirement of the student’s curriculum.
When Offered: Spring
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AVS 4920 - Aviation Management Intern
Under the direction of a faculty advisor, students obtain industrial experience with an aviation organization. Students are required to file periodic reports to the advisor. A final written and oral report must be presented to obtain credit. In addition, the student will be evaluated by the firm’s executive or student supervisor.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 1 to 6 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
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AVS 4950 - AFROTC Independent Study
Investigation of a particular aspect of aerospace studies.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
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AVS 4960 - AMT Certification Preparation
This course will prepare students who have completed the AMT program to take the Federal Aviation Administration examinations for AMT licensure. It will refresh students on the topic areas and depth of material and familiarize students with the FAA testing process and style through the use of mock oral, practical and written examinations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Senior status
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 4970 - Special Flight Instruction
Instruction tailored to the individual needs of students pursuing the professional pilot course sequence. Develop skills to progress efficiently in normal course sequence.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Notes: Credit/No Credit only. May be repeated for credit.
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AVS 4980 - Administration Senior Project
This is the capstone course for aviation administration students. The course provides students the opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired in their administration degree program to real-world aviation business situations. Students will draw on their academic education to solve problems in marketing, finance, economics, strategic management, and operations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 4270 with a grade of “C” or better and senior status.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Science and Administration.
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AVS 4990 - Studies in Aviation Sciences
An individual study program to supplement regular course work, arranged in consultation with a study supervisor. One to three hours credit per semester. May be repeated not to exceed six credit hours.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 1 to 8 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Science and Administration; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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BCM 1000 - Introduction to Business Writing
With the focus on business situations, this course develops understandings of audience, organization, content choice and expansion, revision, style, and the conventions of English. Designed as a foundation for subsequent business writing courses. Credit for this course will not apply toward the number of credits needed for graduation.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: This course is restricted to pre-business students.
Notes: Graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.
A student may receive credit for only one of the following: BCM 1000 or ENGL 1000.
When Offered: Fall
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BCM 1420 - Informational Writing
Development of the basic composition skills required of the competent writer in business and professions. Through continuing directed practice in writing, students develop competence in the organization and presentation of facts and information in writing.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to pre-business majors.
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 1: College-Level Writing.
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BCM 2420 - Organizational Communication
A study of communication in modern organizations and the application of communication theory to information systems and current business practices. Group decision-making is emphasized.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Pre-Business, Business Administration, Secondary Education in Business majors; Organizational Communication and Communication Studies majors and minors.
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BCM 3800 - Business Web Design
This course emphasizes the theory and application of Internet-related technologies, such as World Wide Web, in various business communication situations. Combining critical thinking with design and presentation skills, students will explore, create, and implement various hypertextual and multimedia applications and presentations to effectively relate information in diverse business environments.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Junior standing or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Business Administration, Secondary Education in Business majors: Organizational Communication and Communication Studies majors and minors.
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BCM 4540 - Intercultural Business Communication
Intercultural Business Communication is designed to develop the effectiveness of students’ communication skills with culturally diverse audiences, both at home and abroad.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Junior standing or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Business Administration, Secondary Education in Business; majors or minors in Organizational Communication or Communication Studies.
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BCM 4830 - Business Publications and Presentations
This course provides students with the theory and the practice to enable them to develop various types of publications and presentations in diverse formats, from conception through finished product. Using word processing, desktop publishing, and web authoring tools, students will employ various design techniques to produce documents according to business communication needs.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Junior standing or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Business Administration or Secondary Education in Business majors; Organizational Communication or Communication Studies majors or minors.
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BCM 4960 - Independent Study
A directed independent project in an area of Administrative Systems or Business Communication.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Approved application required.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
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BCM 4980 - Readings in Business Communication
A series of direct readings in an area of Administrative Systems or Business Communication.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Approved application required.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
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BIOS 1050 - Environmental Biology
An ecology course that examines the relationships among living organisms, including humans, and their environment. Emphasis will be placed on how an understanding of basic ecological and evolutionary principles is useful in understanding the basis of and potential solutions to major global environmental problems.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Credit not acceptable for Biological Sciences majors but applies toward a minor in biology. This course satisfies General Education Area VI: Natural Science with Laboratory if taken with BIOS 1100.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 1100 - Biological Sciences Laboratory
Designed as a companion to BIOS 105 or BIOS 112 to fulfill General Education Area VI: Natural Science with Laboratory requirement. Biological Sciences Laboratory provides hands-on experiences in environmental and general biology. Experiments will involve the use of scientific methodology and instrumentation to collect, analyze, interpret data, and draw conclusions about life processes, basic biological principles, as well as the interaction of people and their environment.
Credits: 1 hour
Notes: Credit not acceptable for Biological Sciences majors but applies toward a minor in biology. This course satisfies General Education Area VI: Natural Science with Laboratory if taken with either BIOS 1050 or BIOS 1120.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 1120 - Principles of Biology
A course designed to provide a natural science foundation for BIOS minors, Allied Health majors, and to fulfill liberal/general education requirements. Foundation concepts in cell biology, human anatomy and physiology, botany, human genetics, microbiology, and ecology are presented for students who do not have strong biology and chemistry backgrounds. Credit does not apply for Biology or Biomedical Sciences majors.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: The course satisfies General Education Area VI: Natural Science with Laboratory if taken with BIOS 1100.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 1500 - Molecular and Cellular Biology
This is the first in a two semester introductory biology sequence for majors and minors in the Biological Sciences Department. The course covers basic concepts of molecular and cellular biology.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 1510 - Organismal Biology
This is the second course in a two semester introductory biology sequence for majors and minors in the Biological Sciences Department. The course covers basic concepts of evolution, ecology, and animal behavior.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 1500
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 1700 - Life Science for Non-Majors
This is a laboratory-lecture-based content course for non-majors that provides a comprehensive overview of the life sciences (taxonomy, anatomy and physiology, ecology and evolution). The course is taught by inquiry using a series of open-ended problem solving environments, many of which have been developed with reference to the history of biology, to encourage critical thinking and insight into the nature of science as an intellectual activity.
Credits: 3 hours
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BIOS 1910 - Introduction to Human Anatomy and Biology
This is a lecture and laboratory course providing an overview of human anatomy and some basic scientific principles, including a brief introduction to cell biology and genetics. Credit does not apply to Biological Sciences Majors. Credit cannot be counted for both BIOS 1910 and BIOS 2110.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to Pre-Nursing.
When Offered: Fall
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BIOS 2020 - General Botany
An introduction to the anatomy, morphology, physiology and diversity of plants. In the first part of the course, chemical and cellular composition of tissues and organs will be related to function. The second part of the semester will explore plant diversity within an evolutionary and ecological framework. Lab exercises will emphasize the scientific method and will be integrated with current lecture material.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 1500 and BIOS 1510, with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall
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BIOS 2030 - General Zoology
An introduction to the diversity of vertebrate and invertebrate animals, their evolutionary relationships, and biology, including morphology, physiology, development, behavior, and ecology. Students will gain knowledge valuable to a wide range of more advanced studies in biology, biomedical sciences and veterinary science.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 1510 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 4 hours
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BIOS 2110 - Human Anatomy
A lecture and laboratory course in which all major structures of the human body are examined. A systemic approach emphasizing both gross-level and microscopic anatomy is used to show how all the body’s systems interact to form the functioning whole. As students learn about the organs and organ systems of the body, they will see how their unique forms allow them to carry out their functions.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 1500 or BIOS 1120, with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 2300 - Cell Biology
This is a comprehensive course covering the fundamental principles of cell biology, with an emphasis on structure, composition and function and cells, organelles, and membranes. The experimental basis of these discoveries will be stressed. It is intended for all Biomedical Sciences, Biology and Secondary Education majors and others who have a basic understanding of chemistry and biology.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: CHEM 1120, BIOS 1500 and BIOS 1510 (BIOS 1510 may be taken concurrently); with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer I (optional)
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BIOS 2320 - Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
An introductory microbiology course emphasizing characteristics and modes of transmission of the microorganisms that cause human disease. Credit applies toward a minor in Biomedical Sciences and a major in secondary education.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 2400 - Human Physiology
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the basic functioning of the organ systems of the human body, as well as their regulation and control. The molecular and cellular mechanisms involved are emphasized. Applications to exercise physiology are made. Clinical applications are introduced where they provide additional insight into basic function and regulatory mechanisms. This course is not suitable for the non-teaching biology major or the biomedical sciences major.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: (BIOS 1120 or BIOS 1500 or BIOS 1910); BIOS 2110 is recommended.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 2500 - Genetics
A study of the mechanisms of heredity at the level of cells, individuals, families and populations.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: CHEM 1120, BIOS 1500 and BIOS 1510 (BIOS 1510 may be taken concurrently); with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 2600 - Introduction to Developmental Biology
How do fly eggs become flies and human eggs become people? A study of pattern formation and emergence of the basic body plan, emphasizing the common elements of development conserved throughout the metazoan groups. Surveys invertebrate, vertebrate and plant model systems and includes reviews of basic cell biology and gene regulation.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 1500 and BIOS 1510; with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
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BIOS 2700 - Introduction to the Genetic and Molecular Basis of Life
This is a laboratory course emphasizing the study of life and its continuation. Students develop an understanding of key biological concepts and relationships among the concepts; and an understanding of the nature of science and scientific inquiry, through investigations and reflective discussions. The course aims to facilitate student understanding of basic biology related to current socioscientific issues, such as those involving biotechnology; and develop student abilities to formulate and critically review positions related to such issues.
Credits: 3 hours
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BIOS 3000 - Evolution
This course in evolutionary biology covers the mechanisms of the evolutionary process, speciation, evolutionary genetics, the history of life on earth, and adaptation.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 2500 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Spring
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BIOS 3010 - Ecology
We introduce students to the dynamics of ecological interactions at different spatial and temporal scales and at different levels of organization from individuals, through populations and communities, to ecosystems, landscapes and biomes. Our emphasis is on population-level processes and dynamics, and examples dwell on both pure and applied aspects of ecology.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 1510 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 5 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate-Level Writing.
When Offered: Fall
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BIOS 3120 - Microbiology
This course is an introduction to basic microbiology with an emphasis on the diversity, physiology, genetics, and pathogenicity of microorganisms. Also included are fundamental concepts of virology and the host immune response to infection. The laboratory component provides hands-on instruction in basic techniques used in bacteriology.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 2500, CHEM 3750 and CHEM 3760; with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 5 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer II
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BIOS 3190 - Plant Physiology
An examination of plant functions and metabolism. The chemical elements essential for plant growth are studied, along with processes, such as photosynthesis, through which these elements combine to form the components of cells and tissues. The lab uses up-to-date techniques and equipment to investigate processes such as enzyme action and the movement of substances through membranes. This course is approved as a writing-intensive course which may fulfill the baccalaureate-level writing requirement of the student’s curriculum.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 2020, CHEM 3750 and CHEM 3760.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Spring
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BIOS 3500 - Human Physiology for Majors
An examination of the functions and interrelationships of human body organ systems and their role in homeostasis. Some physiological malfunctions will be discussed. The laboratory provides experience with some types of clinical measurements, laboratory instrumentation and data collection.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 2500 and either ([CHEM 3750 and CHEM 3760] or [CHEM 3700 and CHEM 3710]); junior or senior standing required; BIOS 2110 is recommended.
Credits: 5 hours
Notes: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 2: Baccalaureate Level-Writing.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 4270 - Systematic Botany
This course is intended to serve as an introduction to the major seed plant families as well as some of the conceptual topics encompassed within systematic botany. We will learn the flora of Michigan through the use of keys on fresh, pickled and herbarium material. The bulk of the course is designed to survey plants of local occurrence as well as those commonly cultivated and will be tied to central themes discussed throughout the semester including evolutionary and ecological phenomena like hybridization, speciation, pollination, and biogeography. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to identify a diversity of plant species encountered in the local area through the use of taxonomic keys. In addition, the student will be expected to recognize many plant species and families on sight from an accumulated knowledge of their diagnostic characters.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 2020 is recommended.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall (Alternate Years)
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BIOS 4390 - Animal Behavior
This course provides an introduction to the study of animal behavior. Emphasis is placed on the integrative nature of animal behavior research, by exploring the genetic, neural and physiological mechanisms underlying behavior, the development of behavior, and the current function and evolution of behavior.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 1510, with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall (alternate years)
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BIOS 4400 - Vertebrate Zoology
This course will introduce the student to the evolution, systematics, physiology, anatomy, ecology, and behavior of vertebrate organisms, including fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. This course will also expose the student to important ideas/concepts in the fields of evolution, ecology, systematics, and morphology, as they relate to vertebrate organisms.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 1510 with a grade of “C” or better. BIOS 2030 is strongly recommended.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall, Alternate Years
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BIOS 4410 - Invertebrate Zoology
A study of the anatomy, physiology, embryology, and life history of representatives of the major groups of invertebrate animals.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 1510 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall
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BIOS 4420 - Entomology
This course is a general study of insects, their structure, classification, physiology, life histories, ecological relationships, and economic importance. Students will learn to identify common families of insects and make individual collections.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 1510 with a grade of “C” or better; and eight hours of coursework in biological sciences.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall (alternate years)
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BIOS 4430 - Conservation Biology
Conservation biology is the science of preserving biodiversity and sustaining the earth. It is a synthetic discipline which draws upon the fields of ecology, evolution, genetics, philosophy, economics, sociology, and political science. This course provides an introduction to conservation biology, and will focus on the earth’s biological diversity, threats to its biological diversity, how threats influence populations and species, and solutions to dealing with those threats.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 1510 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Spring, Alternate Years
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BIOS 4560 - Tropical Biology
A travel study course providing an introduction to the world’s two most diverse ecosystems: tropical rainforests and coral reefs. The course consists of a mixture of lectures, field explorations, and individual projects. It will introduce students to basic biological features of these ecosystems and fundamental ecological principles, while demonstrating how the scientific method is implemented in the field. Human ecology, agriculture, and environmental issues will also be explored. The course will be presented on one of the islands of the Caribbean and/or in Central America.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Department approval.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Summer I or II
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BIOS 4970 - Senior Seminar: Topic to be specified
This capstone course integrates a variety of biological concepts within a selected broad topic. The student makes a technical presentation and submits a paper on a selected subject. The student’s record will indicate the nature of the seminar in which he/she has participated. Not repeatable for credit.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Departmental approval required prior to registration.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 4980 - Readings in Biological Sciences
Departmental approval required prior to registration.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 4990 - Independent Research in Biological Sciences
Students may contact a faculty member to conduct research under the guidance of that faculty member. Before the initiation of the research, a literature search and a written experimental plan must be prepared. At the conclusion of the research project, a written report will be submitted to the guiding faculty member. At least three credits of this course can fulfill the departmental capstone course requirement.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Departmental approval required prior to registration.
Credits: 1 to 4 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Spring, and Summer
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BIOS 5120 - Environment and Health Problems
Human activities impact the environment and environmental factors impact health. Human environment interactions are often not optimal or without cost. In this course we seek sustainable solutions to environment and health problems. May not be taken for credit with BIOS 4970 Senior Seminar with similar topic.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Junior standing and at least 12 credits in biology, or department approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
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BIOS 5180 - Endocrinology
An overview of the hormonal regulation of various aspects of animal physiology. Major themes include the control of hormone synthesis/secretion, mechanisms of hormone action and target organ effects.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Junior standing and at least 12 credits in biology, including BIOS 3500; or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
When Offered: Fall
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BIOS 5240 - Microbial Genetics
A lecture/seminar course emphasizing modern microbial genetics, as well as historic keystone experiments. This course focuses on work carried out with bacteria and bacteriophages. Concepts include mutation and selection, recombination and repair, DNA cloning and mutagenesis procedures, regulation of gene expression, differential gene expression in response to environmental stimuli, and genome organizations. Lecture/seminar format.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Junior standing and at least 12 credits in biology, including BIOS 3120 and BIOS 2500, or instructor approval
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students.
When Offered: Spring (alternate years)
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