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AVS 3260 - Air Force Leadership Studies II Lab
Utilize leadership and management skills in supervising the cadet corps and through advanced leadership experiences. Advanced feedback and performance evaluation skills defined and practiced.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Corequisite: AVS 3230
Credits: 1 hour
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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 3400 - Sourcing and Procurement in Aviation
Concepts, tools and techniques related to purchasing and sourcing in the Global Aviation/Aerospace industry are defined and evaluated. The strategic nature of sourcing and the impact purchasing has on the success and profitability of an organization is presented. Students will develop skills that enhance quantitative and analytical thinking in the areas of sourcing and negotiation for goods and services.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Junior standing.
Credits: 3 hours
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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. Restricted to students maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.75 overall and a 3.0 College of Aviation GPA and to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3530 (may be taken concurrently), department and chief flight instructor approval required (application required), and FAA 2nd class medical certificate.
Credits: 2 hours
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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), 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. Restricted to students maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.75 overall and a 3.0 College of Aviation GPA and to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3540 and AVS 3550 (AVS 3550 may be taken concurrently), department and chief flight instructor approval required (application required), and FAA 2nd class medical certificate required.
Credits: 2 hours
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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 Management and Operations; 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).
Credits: 1 hour
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Management and Operations; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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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).
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Management and Operations; 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).
Credits: 1 hour
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Management and Operations; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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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).
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Management and Operations; 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).
Credits: 1 hour
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Management and Operations; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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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
This capstone course and its associated laboratory allows utilization of aircraft performance, systems, and resources (both human and information) to enhance flight operations and human performance.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3560 and AVS 4110, with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites (both prerequisites may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 4130 - Airport Planning
This course introduces the student to the process of planning for airport infrastructure and each airport’s role in the national aviation system. Topics related to master planning, airport layout plans, public involvement, and environmental review will be covered. Additionally, topics related to airport compatible land use, FAR Part 77 Surfaces, and land acquisition will also be discussed. Specialty studies such as feasibility studies, site selection studies, and system planning will also be covered in this class.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 2100 with a grade of “C” or better and Junior standing.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Management and Operations.
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AVS 4140 - Airport Management
Airport Management is the culmination of the three prior airport classes. The class will be engaged with current airport issues and problem solving, including, but not limited to: environment, funding, regulations, global harmonization, safety and security, and capacity and delay. Real world case studies developed with this class by having direct contact with airport administrators. Also, the AAAE learning modules will be completed by the end of this class in order to prepare students to take the AAAE Certified Manager (C.M.) Exam. This class completes the airport management emphasis so that students will be in good standing for and entry level job in airport operations and management.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 3040 and AVS 3140, with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites (both prerequisites may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Management and Operations.
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AVS 4210 - National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty I
National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty is designed for college seniors and gives them the foundation to understand their role as military officers in American society. It is an overview of the complex social and political issues facing the military profession and requires a measure of sophistication commensurate with the senior college level. The final semester provides information that will prepare the cadets for Active Duty.
Credits: 3 hours
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AVS 4220 - National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty II
National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty is designed for college seniors and gives them the foundation to understand their role as military officers in American society. It is an overview of the complex social and political issues facing the military profession and requires a measure of sophistication commensurate with the senior college level. The final semester provides information that will prepare the cadets for Active Duty.
Credits: 3 hours
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AVS 4230 - National Security Affairs I Lab
Define and practice topics important to cadets entering active duty. Apply fundamentals of War gaming.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Corequisite: AVS 4210
Credits: 1 hour
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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 Management and Operations.
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AVS 4250 - National Security Affairs II Lab
Define and practice fundamental principles of the Holm Center Training Manual. Apply advanced knowledge and understanding of War gaming.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Corequisite: AVS 4220
Credits: 1 hour
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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.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 1200 and (IEE 1020 or ENGL 1050) and Junior standing.
Credits: 4 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science or Aviation Management and Operations.
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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 Management and Operations.
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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: 5 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science.
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AVS 4400 - Air Cargo and Logistics Management
Supply Chain characteristics of the global air freight markets are defined and reviewed. Economic and strategic importance of the air cargo industry within the field of logistics is discussed. Emphasis is on the economics of air transportation and the analysis of distribution costs. Models for planning and scheduling of efficient air cargo operations to create customer satisfaction are presented.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Senior standing.
Credits: 3 hours
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AVS 4490 - Aviation Service Operations Management
Differences between services and manufacturing operations in the aviation/aerospace industry are discussed. Focus is on designing a service system and managing variability and uncertainty to meet customer expectations. Students will gain knowledge and learn quantitative tools and qualitative frameworks that will assist them in managing complex aviation environments to achieve timely, high-quality, profitable services.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Senior standing.
Credits: 3 hours
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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 or Aviation Technical Operations.
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AVS 4630 - Professional Maintenance Operations
Operations of commercial aviation maintenance will be examined. Topics include corporate structure, maintenance philosophy, authority and responsibilities of the maintenance organization, designing and implementing maintenance programs, cost control, economic impact, quality assurance and safety management within maintenance operations. Support organizations, the impact of Federal regulations, and the development and management of technical teams will also be covered. This course will contain significant writing and communication assignments.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: AVS 4600 and (IEE 1020 or ENGL 1050), with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 3 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology or Aviation Technical Operations.
Notes: This course satisfies Baccalaureate Level Writing.
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AVS 4730 - Advanced Airframe Systems
This class covers the study of the integration and interdependency of systems used on transport category aircraft. Systems included in the study will be hydraulics, pneumatics, air conditioning, pressurization, fire detection and extinguishing, flight controls, flight management systems (FMS), and engine indications and crew alerting systems (EICAS).
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 3670 with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisite: AVS 4735
Credits: 2 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology or Aviation Technical Operations.
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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: AVS 4600 (with a grade of “C” or better).
Credits: 1 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Maintenance Technology or Aviation Technical Operations.
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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. May be repeated for credit. Graded on a Credit/No Credit basis only. Restricted to students meeting a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75 overall GPA and a 3.0 College of Aviation GPA earned at Western Michigan University. Entering freshmen without a WMU grade point average will be considered if they have earned a high school GPA of 3.0 and an SAT score of 1070 or 21 on the ACT. Transfer students without a WMU GPA will be considered if they have earned a GPA of 3.0 or better from their prior institution) and to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Management and Operations; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Chief flight instructor approval (application required) and FAA 2nd class medical certificate; MATH 1100 or SAT minimum MATH score of 510 or ACT minimum MATH score of 19, or MATH 1100 on the Math placement test.
Credits: 1 to 3 hours
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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 Management and Operations.
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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 Management and Operations; or Aviation Maintenance Technology.
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AVS 5100 - Safety Management Systems in Aviation
Concepts and methods of measuring and managing human safety performance in a high risk environment are defined and explored. Students will gain knowledge and learn practical applications to identify hazards and manage risk in complex flight and maintenance operating environments. Topics include history of aviation safety, quality assessment and management, process-systems analysis, principles of behavior-based safety, quantitative analysis methods, and implementation of a safety management system.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: PSY 1000, STAT 2160 and Senior standing.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to upper level and graduate students.
When Offered: Fall
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AVS 5300 - Unmanned Aerial Systems I
Introduction to unmanned aerial systems including history, development, legal considerations, operations, Federal Aviation Administration regulations, fundamentals of flight and weather, flight operations and preparation for the FAA UAS knowledge examination.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to upper level and graduate students.
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AVS 5310 - Unmanned Aerial Systems II
Theory of operation and aeronautical knowledge required for successful unmanned aerial systems (UAS) flight. Discussion topics include UAS theory of flight, structures, controls, flight planning, and payloads/sensors. Students will perform safe flight operations using various UAV platforms.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 5300 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to upper level and graduate students.
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AVS 5320 - Construction and Maintenance of Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS)
This course will provide students with knowledge of basic UAS construction and repair. UAS fabrication, inspection, and general maintenance procedures are emphasized.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: AVS 5300 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to upper level and graduate students.
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AVS 5990 - Aviation Independent Study
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 6 hours
Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Aviation Flight Science; Aviation Management and Operations; or Aviation Maintenance Technology; Aviation Technical Operations; Geography MS and Geosciences MS.
Notes: May be repeated for credit. Graded on a Credit/No Credit basis. Open to upper level and graduate students.
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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. Credit not acceptable for Biological Sciences majors but applies toward a minor in biology. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Scientific Literacy with Lab Category.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 1100 - Biological Sciences Laboratory
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.
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/WMU Essential Studies 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. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Scientific Literacy with Lab Category is taken with BIOS 1100.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 1600 - Biological Form and Function
This is the first in a three-semester introductory biology sequence for majors and minors in the Biological Sciences Department. The course covers basic concepts of anatomy and physiology of plants and animals.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 1610 - Molecular and Cellular Biology
This course covers basic concepts of molecular and cellular biology by focusing on components of organisms from atoms to cells and the roles they play within the organism. This course can be taken as the second or third course in the required three-semester introductory biology sequence for majors and minors in the Biological Sciences Department.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 1600 or CHEG 2960 (CHEG 2960 may be taken concurrently); with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 1620 - Ecology and Evolution
This course covers basic concepts of evolution and ecology, and addresses how the tremendous range of biological diversity on Earth arose, how different life forms interact with each other and with the physical environment, and the issues that threaten their future. This course can be taken as the second or third course in the required three-semester introductory biology sequence for majors and minors in the Biological Sciences Department.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 1600 or CHEG 2960; with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
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 1980 - Human Form and Function
This is an online lecture and laboratory course that provides students an overview of scientific process, cell biology and human anatomy and physiology. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Scientific Literacy with Lab Category. Credit does not apply to biological sciences majors or minors.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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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 1620 or 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: Prerequisites: BIOS 1620 or 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 1600 or BIOS 1610 or BIOS 1120; with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
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 and (BIOS 1610 or BIOS 1510); 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 1910 or BIOS 2110; with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIOS 2500 - Genetics
A problem based study of the mechanisms of heredity at the level of cells, individuals, families and populations. Recitation exercises will emphasize problem solving and will be integrated with current lecture material.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: CHEM 1120, (BIOS 1610 or BIOS 1500), and (BIOS 1620 or BIOS 1510); with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites. (BIOS 1620 may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 4 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 developmental model systems and includes reviews of basic cell biology, gene regulation and signaling pathways.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 1610 or BIOS 1500, with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
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BIOS 2700 - Everyday Biology: Cells
This is an introductory level laboratory and discussion course for future teachers and non-majors. Students develop an understanding of key biological concepts (including cells and cell reproduction, genetic inheritance, and molecular processes). Students develop an understanding of the nature of science and scientific inquiry through investigations and reflective discussions. Through experiences in this course, students are expected to become reflective and knowledgeable about “what is science” and “what scientists do”. Connections of course concepts to everyday life are made through a study of current socioscientific issues involving biotechnology, by looking at the historical development of ideas and by assessing the implications of technology on society. Typical topics include DNA analysis, cloning, and gene therapy.
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 1620 or BIOS 1510, with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 5 hours
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 and either (CHEM 3750 and CHEM 3760) or (CHEM 3700 and CHEM 3710); 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.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 2020, CHEM 1120 and CHEM 1130; with grades of “C” or better in all prerequisites.
Credits: 4 hours
When Offered: Spring
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BIOS 3200 - Climate Change Biology
This course will address the causes of past, current, and future climate change and the likely consequences of future climate change for ecosystems and human health. The course will conclude with discussion of potential strategies to minimize adverse impacts of climate change.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 1620 or BIOS 1510, with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 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
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: Junior standing and at least 12 credits in biology, including BIOS 1620 or BIOS 1510, with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: Fall (alternate years)
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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: At least 12 credits in biology, including BIOS 1620 or BIOS 1510, with a grade of “C” or better.
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: Prerequisite: At least 12 credits in biology, including BIOS 1620 or 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
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 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 upper level and graduate students.
When Offered: Fall
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BIOS 5235 - Fermentation
This is an introductory course to the discipline of fermentation. Using a combined lecture and assignment strategy, students will be exposed to basic concepts and methods in fermentation. The emphasis will be on a comprehensive overview of brewing, both modern and traditional. Considerable time will be given to understanding the complexities of the biochemistry and genetics of yeasts and what this imparts to the brewing process. The course will culminate with students undertaking a novel research project using learned techniques and processes.
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Junior standing and at least 12 credits in biology, including BIOS 3120 with grades of “C” or better in all prerequisites, or instructor approval.
Credits: 3 hours
Notes: Open to upper level and graduate students.
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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 upper level and graduate students.
When Offered: Spring (alternate years)
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