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2010-2011 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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  • ART 4940 - Gallery/Museum Internship

    (4 Units) An internship course to acquaint the student with a blend of research skills and practical information fundamental in operating a museum or an art gallery. Experience in commercial galleries/museums can be arranged for advanced students.Prerequisites: Art major with upper-division standing or consent of instructor.


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  • ART 4943 - Graphic Design Internship

    (3 Units) Supervised internship for Art major student with upper division standing providing direct involvement in the commercial aspects of Graphic Design either locally or out of town.  Work hours will be a minimum of 6 hours per week.  Students will gain experience in the graphic design industry by working for a company utilizing graphic design.Prerequisites: Art major student with upper division standing or consent of instructor.


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  • ART 4945 - Visual Arts Internship

    (4 Units) Supervised internship for graduating BA and BFA students providing direct involvement in the commercial aspects of the Visual Arts either locally or out of town.  Work hours will be a minimum of 8 hours per week.May be repeated for credit.Prerequisites: All Foundation level courses.


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  • ART 4960 - Senior Seminar (WP)

    (4 Units) Study of issues confronting the contemporary artist through an examination of art criticism and theory. Satisfies upper-division writing proficiency requirement and involves essay assignments.Prerequisites: Completion of the Writing Proficiency Screening Test with a passing score; senior standing.


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  • ART 4965 - Bachelor of Fine Arts Critical Concepts

    (1 Unit) Discussion and criticism of studio art activity for BFA Degree Program students.May be repeated for a total of 3 units.Prerequisites: Matriculation to Art Department BFA Program.


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  • ART 4970 - New Genre Art

    (3 Units) Capstone BFA studio/seminar course to engage students in experimentation and innovation in ways that build on and go beyond the boundaries of media.(Formerly Innovation and Media)


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  • ART 4980 - Individual Study

    (1-4 Units) For the student capable of independent specialized work in studio and/or history and criticism. Students would normally be senior art majors with one year of study in the department. A written outline of the proposed independent study must be submitted and approved by the instructor under whom the student wishes to work.May be repeated for a total of 6 units.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.


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  • ART 5010 - Graduate Studio Art Projects

    (4 Units) A graduate course covering painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, and/or mixed media, to develop a body of art work demonstrating sustained sophisticated, professional investigations.May be repeated for credit.Prerequisites: Bachelor of Arts in Art degree and/or consent of instructor.


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  • ART 5960 - Graduate Projects

    (3-6 Units) Final presentation or documentation of original creative work and research such as gallery exhibit, mural, media display or image development.These terminal projects will include review, critique, and showing of work done.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.


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  • ART 5980 - Individual Study

    (1-4 Units) For postbaccalaureate students with a degree major in art capable of independent specialized work in studio and/or history and criticism. A written outline of the proposed independent study must be submitted and approved by the instructor under whom the student wishes to work.May be repeated for a total of 6 units.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.


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  • ASTR 2100 - Descriptive Astronomy

    (3 Units) Development of astronomical thought from Ptolemy to Einstein; the Earth and the moon; atoms; light and the tools of astronomers; planets, comets, and meteors; the sun, stars, stellar evolution; galaxies and cosmology.Satisfies G.E. area B1.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • ASTR 2112 - Astronomy Laboratory

    (1 Unit) Telescope observations of the moon, planets, their satellites, and sunspots. Laboratory experiments related to astronomy.Satisfies G.E. area B1.Prerequisites: ASTR 2100 or concurrent enrollment in ASTR 2100.


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  • ASTR 3000 - Contemporary Astronomy

    (3 Units) A survey of recent developments in astronomy; gamma ray, x-ray, ultraviolet, infrared, and gravitational astronomy; stars, interstellar molecules, stellar evolutions, neutron stars, pulsars, and black holes; galaxies, radio galaxies, quasars; new trends in cosmological thinking, new findings of space programs about the planets and the sun.Satisfies G.E. area F1.Prerequisites: Upper-division standing or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • ASTR 4000 - Astrophotography

    (2 Units) Theory of the photographic process; astrophotography of the moon, planets, star clusters and galaxies; photographic photometry; reduction of photographic data.(Lecture, 1 hour; activity, 2 hours)


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  • BIOL 1010 - Principles of Biology

    (3 Units) Introduction to basic biological phenomena common to all living organisms. Cellular and molecular levels of organization, genetics, and the mechanisms of heredity in organic evolution, environmental associations, structure as it relates to function, and reproduction from the molecular to gross structural levels.Satisfies G.E. area B2.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 1020-1029 - World of Biology Laboratory

    (1 Unit) Basic laboratory and/or field studies in various biological areas.(Topics to be specified in Class Schedule)Satisfies laboratory requirement in natural sciences. Different topics can be taken for credit under this number, but may be taken only once for GE credit. Satisfies G.E. area B2.Prerequisites: BIOL 1010 or concurrent enrollment.(Laboratory, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 1050 - General Biology I

    (4 Units) Introduction to the fundamental aspects of cellular and molecular biology:  cellular structure and function, genetics, microevolution and speciation.Satisfies G.E. area B2.Prerequisites: Grade of A or B in high school biology, satisfactory score on biology qualifying examination, or BIOL 1010.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 1150 - General Biology II

    (4 Units) Introduction to the fundamental aspects of organismal biology:  taxonomy, diversity, form and function.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 2310 - Human Genetics

    (3 Units) Basic concepts of human genetics will be covered including inheritance patterns of traits, genetic diseases, chromosome aberrations, prenatal diagnosis, the Human Genome Project, and evolutionary genetics. Emphasis will be placed on DNA technology as it relates to current genetic issues.This course will not meet the upper-division genetics requirement, nor may it be used as an elective for the major.Satisfies G.E. area B2.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 2650 - Environmental Biology

    (3 Units) Basic ecological concepts as they apply to present-day resource management and human environmental problems, including wildlife, forest, soil, water, air, and mineral resources. Ecological aspects of air and water pollution, human population growth, pesticide use, and energy consumption.Satisfies G.E. area B2.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 3000 - Frontiers in Biology

    (3 Units) Consideration of different topics of biology that are currently in the forefront of research and public awareness. Emphasis is on further development of biological principles learned in lower-division general education courses in natural sciences and in preparing people to deal with questions and decisions relating to biological developments affecting their lives. Topics vary from semester to semester but may include genetic engineering, ecology, cancer research, agricultural developments, disease treatment and control, wildlife and endangered species.Satisfies G.E. area F1.Prerequisites: Junior standing.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 3020 - Introduction to Evolution

    (3 Units) An introduction to organic evolution for students unacquainted with the subject. Its implications extend far beyond the confines of biology, ramifying into all phases of human life and activity.Satisfies G.E. area F1.Prerequisites: Junior standing.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 3100 - Biological Illustration

    (3 Units) Techniques of illustrating to include rough drafts and pencil drawings, ink renderings, graphs, maps, lettering, etc., with emphasis placed on biological materials.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.(Lecture, 2 hours; activity, 3 hours)(Spring)


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  • BIOL 3310 - Cellular and Molecular Biology

    (3 Units) Basic concepts of cellular phenomena dealt with at the molecular level of organization.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, CHEM 1100, 1110, or equivalent.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 3350 - Introductory Genetics

    (3 Units) Introduction to classical, molecular, and population genetics. Modern applications including genetic engineering and biotechnology will be discussed.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, CHEM 1100, 1110, or equivalent.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 3360 - Phylogenetics: Reconstructing Evolutionary Trees

    (2 Units) Basic concepts in the study of evolutionary history through evolutionary tree-building activities.  Covers morphological and biochemical data, practical considerations, and current techniques.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350.(Lecture, 1 hour; activity, 2 hours)(Spring)


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  • BIOL 4000 - Biogeography

    (3 Units) The relation between geological history, environment, and the distribution and abundance of living organisms. Includes topics on island biogeography, speciation, extinction, and dispersal.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050 and BIOL 1150, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 4010 - Research and Technical Writing in Biology (WP)

    (3 Units) Introduction to bibliographic research, design/interpretation of experiments, statistical testing of results, and preparation of technical reports in biology.Satisfies upper-division writing proficiency requirement.Prerequisites: Completion of the Writing Proficiency Screening Test with a passing score, BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, ENGL 1001, 1002, or 1005, and junior standing or consent of instructor (written communication).(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)(Fall)


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  • BIOL 4020 - Biology for Decision Making

    (3 Units) The study of biological principles of genetic engineering/biotechnology, physiology/medicine, and/or environmental biology to enable students to make informed decisions in their lives.Designed specifically for future teachers. (LIBS Integrative: Scientific/Mathematical Inquiry)Prerequisites: General Education areas B and F1.(Lecture 2 hours; laboratory 3 hours; field trips)


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  • BIOL 4100 - Immunology

    (3 Units) Introduction to the basic concepts and principles of acquired and innate immunity as they relate to the human body.Prerequisites: BIOL 3310, BIOL 3350, MBIO 3010, and CHEM 4400, or consent of instructor.


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  • BIOL 4110 - Concepts in Epidemiology

    (2 Units) Interactive introduction to the history and basic fundamentals of epidemiology including general uses, methods, and applications.Prerequisites: One of the following: MBIO 3010, BIOL 3310, BIOL 3350, ZOOL 4440, and CHEM 4400, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 1 hour; activity, 2 hours)


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  • BIOL 4200 - Ecological Agriculture

    (3 Units) Analysis of ecological patterns and mechanisms of agroecosystems, with emphasis on biodiversity linkages operating between plants, pests, and natural enemies. Topics include environmental and health impacts of genetically engineered plants, pesticide resistance, and critical assessments of integrated pest management, biological control, and sustainability. Case studies from temperate, tropical, and subtropical zones are included to illustrate working examples of ecorational approaches to agriculture.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050 and BIOL 1150, or consent of instructor.


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  • BIOL 4300 - Conservation Biology

    (3 Units) Current issues in conservation biology, including conservation methods and factors leading to loss of biodiversity.(Formerly BIOL 3300)Prerequisites: BIOL 1050 and BIOL 1150 or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 4350 - DNA: The Code of Life

    (3 Units) A basic introduction to human genetics and explorations into the technological and ethical aspects of current controversial genetics issues.Satisfies G.E. area F1.Prerequisites: Completion of G.E. area B, junior standing.


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  • BIOL 4400 - Evolution

    (3 Units) Mechanisms and patterns of evolutionary change in populations and species, from molecular to geographical, over recent and geologic time scales.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Spring, Fall)


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  • BIOL 4610 - Elements of Environmental Science

    (3 Units) An in-depth exploration of fundamental concepts and processes of science from the perspective of environmental biology. Scientific concepts and processes will be examined through readings, discussions, and activities centered on common phenomena of living systems and prominent local and international environmental issues.Designed specifically for future teachers. (LIBS Integrative: Science/Mathematical Inquiry)Prerequisites: Completion of all math and science requirements in the Liberal Studies major sections A and B and upper-division G.E. area F1 with a grade C- or better.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 4630 - Marine Ecology

    (4 Units) Study of marine communities with emphasis on local communities. Ecology and natural history of plants and animals, and their adaptation to marine environments are stressed.(Formerly Marine Biology)Satisfies ecology elective for the major.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, and ZOOL 4420, ZOOL 4430, or BOTY 3130, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours; field trips)(Spring)


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  • BIOL 4650 - Aquatic Biology

    (4 Units) The biota of fresh water with emphasis on the ecology, identification, physiology, and behavior of aquatic organisms.Satisfies the ecology elective for the major.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, CHEM 1100, and CHEM 1110, or equivalent.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours; field trips)(Spring)


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  • BIOL 4680 - Ecology

    (4 Units) Basic interrelationships of plants and animals within their physical environments.Satisfies the ecology elective for the major.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, and MATH 1600 or 1410 or equivalents.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours; field trips)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 4700 - Ecology and Invasive Species

    (3 Units) Study of ecology of invasive species and their effects on other organisms and ecosystems.(formerly Ecology and Exotic Species)Prerequisites: BIOL 1050 and BIOL 1150, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 4720 - Topics in Rocky Intertidal Biology

    (4 Units) Field studies of marine rocky intertidal areas of the Central California coastline with in-class data analysis and presentations.Class time variable. Multi-day field trips required.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050 and BIOL 1150 or equivalent, and consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 4740 - Deep-Sea Biology

    (4 Units) Observations of deep sea animals, data analysis, and student presentations from deep sea studies.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, and consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 4820 - Medical Genetics

    (3 Units) Focuses on clinical aspects of human genetics with an emphasis on symptoms, detection, and treatment of various human disorders that have chromosomal, single gene, or multifactorial origin. Genetic counseling and medical ethics are discussed.(Formerly Cytogenetics)Prerequisites: BIOL 3350.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 4830 - Population Genetics

    (2 Units) Study of the dynamics of genetic variation in populations through evidence from natural history, experimentation, and theory.  Topics include random and nonrandom processes, quantitative traits, molecular sequences, comparative genomics, and current techniques.(Formerly Evolution and Population Genetics)Prerequisites: BIOL 3350.(Lecture, 2 hours)(Spring)


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  • BIOL 4840 - Genetic Biotechnology

    (3 Units) Principles and applications of recombinant DNA technology. Emphasis on the tools of gene manipulation, genomic scale analysis, and bioinformatics. Weekly activity involving DNA analysis software.(formerly Molecular Genetics)Prerequisites: BIOL 3350.(Lecture, 2 hours; activity, 2 hours)


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  • BIOL 4850 - DNA Technology in Forensic Science

    (2 Units) Applications of DNA technology in forensic investigation will be explored. The laboratory segment will expose students to a variety of molecular biology techniques used in forensic laboratories. The lecture component will introduce fundamental concepts in molecular biology and expound on the analysis and interpretation of results obtained in the lab.Prerequisites: BIOL 2310 or 3350 and CHEM 1100, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 1 hour; laboratory, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 4860 - Cell Culture and Advanced Biotechnology

    (2 Units) Introduction to tissue culture techniques for analysis of cells under normal and experimental conditions. Emphasis will be placed on application of these techniques for elucidating basic biological functions and their utilization in biotechnology research. Primary focus will be on animal cells, but plant cells also will be examined.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350 or BIOL 3310; CHEM 1100, 1110, or equivalent; and consent of instructor.(Lecture, 1 hour; laboratory, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 4870 - Recombinant DNA

    (2 Units) Introduction to the fundamentals of genetic engineering, including the theory and practice of basic recombinant DNA techniques.(Replaces BIOL 4842)Prerequisites: BIOL 3350.(Lecture, 1 hour; laboratory, 3 hours )


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  • BIOL 4930 - Biology Laboratory Teaching Assistantship

    (1-2 Units) The course allows students to increase their understanding of particular fields by assisting in instruction of the laboratory portion of a course.Course may be repeated, but a maximum of 2 elective units may be applied toward a biology degree.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and grade of B or better in the course in which they are assisting.


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  • BIOL 4940 - Internship in Biology

    (2-4 Units) Supervised work in an agency or business related to the biological sciences.Six to twelve hours per week. A weekly one-hour seminar will be held to discuss career-related topics and the work experience aspect of the course. Course may be repeated, but a maximum of 2 units may be applied toward a biology degree.Prerequisites: Junior- or senior-level biology major; consent of instructor.(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 4950 - Selected Topics in Biological Sciences

    (1-5 Units) Development of a selected branch of biological sciences.(Topics to be specified in Class Schedule) Topics vary each term, thus different topics may be taken for credit.


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  • BIOL 4951 - Selected Topics in Biology

    (1-5 Units) Development of a selected branch of biological sciences.(Topics to be specified in Class Schedule) Topics vary each term, thus different topics may be taken for credit.Corequisites: BIOL 4953.


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  • BIOL 4960 - Biology Colloquium

    (1 Unit) Presentation and discussion of selected biological phenomena through the study of biological literature and research. Topics will include both basic and applied research.May be repeated for a total of 6 units, 2 of which can be applied to the major.(Spring)


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  • BIOL 4980 - Individual Study

    (1-4 Units) For students capable of independent work and in need of advanced and specialized study.May be repeated for a total of 6 units.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 5010 - Advanced Writing in Environmental Science

    (4 Units) Provides realistic exposure to environmental review and analysis, involving intensive skills development in project management, bibliographic research, statistical analysis, and preparation of technical reports.Corequisites: BIOL 5013.Prerequisites: BS/BA in Biological Sciences (or equivalent); completion of BIOL 4010 (or any upper-division writing course) with a passing score, or equivalent experience in analysis and writing; consent of instructor.(Lecture, 2 hours; activity, 4 hours)


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  • BIOL 5030 - Ecosystem Services and Ecology

    (3 Units) Examination of services provided by healthy ecosystems, how services are affected by ecological degradation, and the ecological parameters that must be considered in developing and maintaining healthy ecosystems.Prerequisites: Graduate standing in the Ecology and Sustainability master’s program or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall)


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  • BIOL 5100 - Principles of Human Genetics

    (3 Units) In-depth exploration of fundamental principles in human genetics, including:  Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance, family history and pedigree analysis, genetic risk calculations, Bayesian analysis, quantitative disorders, population genetics, human variation and disease susceptibility.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 5170 - Restoration Ecology

    (4 Units) Investigation of the principles and practices of ecological restoration.Corequisites: BIOL 5172.Prerequisites: Graduate standing in the Ecology and Sustainability master’s program or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)(Spring)


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  • BIOL 5200 - Clinical Embryology

    (2 Units) Normal and abnormal human embryonic development will e contrasted, with emphasis on congenital malformations and birth defect syndromes.  Role of teratogens in embryogenesis will be included.  Some examples of actual clinical cases encountered by genetic counselors will be presented.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 2 hours)


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  • BIOL 5301 - Principles and Practices of Genetic Counseling I

    (3 Units) Series of topics dealing with the psychosocial, cultural, ethical, and legal issues related to genetic counseling.  Genetic counseling graduate students are required to take all four courses in the series.Prerequisites: PSYC 2010 or equivalent and BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 5302 - Principles and Practices of Genetic Counseling II

    (3 Units) Series of topics dealing with the psychosocial, cultural, ethical, and legal issues related to genetic counseling.  Genetic counseling graduate students are required to take all four courses in the series.Prerequisites: PSYC 2010 or equivalent and BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 5303 - Principles and Practices of Genetic Counseling III

    (3 Units) Series of topics dealing with the psychosocial, cultural, ethical, and legal issues related to genetic counseling.  Genetic counseling graduate students are required to take all four courses in the series.Prerequisites: PSYC 2010 or equivalent and BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 5304 - Principles and Practices of Genetic Counseling IV

    (3 Units) Series of topics dealing with the psychosocial, cultural, ethical, and legal issues related to genetic counseling.  Genetic counseling graduate students are required to take all four courses in the series.Prerequisites: PSYC 2010 or equivalent and BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 5400 - Clinical Cytogenetics

    (2 Units) Analysis of a wide range of cytogenetic abnormalities associated with specific chromosome syndromes.  Discuss the entiology, clinical symptoms, and laboratory tests for detection of cytogenetic abnormalities.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 2 hours)


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  • BIOL 5402 - Molecular Biology and Cytogenetics Laboratory

    (1 Unit) Technologies and specialized instrumentation utilized in a clinical cytogenetics laboratory for diagnostic and research purposes.  Will include exposure to microscopy, tissue culturing, chromosome banding and karyotyping, specialized computer software programs.Prerequisites: BIOL 5400 or concurrent enrollment, or consent of instructor.(Laboratory, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 5500 - Quantitative Ecology and Methodology

    (4 Units) A practical, hands-on survey of experimental design and methods, and ecological statistics used by environmental scientists. Emphasis placed on published analyses of stressors on ecosystem structure and function.Satisfies Research Methods requirement in Master’s in Ecology and Sustainability program.(Formerly BIOL 4500)Prerequisites: Graduate standing in the Ecology and Sustainability master’s program or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)(Fall)


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  • BIOL 5600 - Advanced Medical Genetics

    (3 Units) Survey of a wide range of genetic diseases, including clinical symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for such disorders.  Guest speakers with expertise in specialized areas of medical genetics will contribute heavily to the course.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 5700 - Molecular and Biochemical Genetics

    (3 Units) Study of the molecular basis of genetic diseases and the biochemical pathways associated with inborn errors of metabolism disorders.  Molecular and biochemical laboratory methodologies and data analysis will be discussed.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 5800 - Cancer Genetics

    (2 Units) Study of the biology of cancer.  Discussion of some common types of cancer as well as rare inherited cancer syndromes.  Molecular bases, physiological pathology, testing, risk assessment, and treatment for different types of cancer will be covered.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350 or equivalent and graduate standing, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 2 hours)


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  • BIOL 5940 - Internship in Biology

    (2-4 Units) A volunteer or professional work experience consistent with the student’s graduate program.A minimum of 40 hours of work experience per unit of credit is required.Prerequisites: Preliminary approval of the student’s graduate program by the student’s graduate committee.(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 5941 - Directed Field Research

    (2-4 Units) Field research, usually conducted off campus, under supervision of a faculty member in Biological Sciences or joint supervision of the faculty member and a cooperating agency.(Formerly BIOL 5900)Prerequisites: Graduate standing and consent of student’s graduate adviser. (1 hour of supervision per student per week)(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 5960 - Project

    (3-6 Units) Preparation, completion, oral defense, and submission of an acceptable project for the master’s degree.Prerequisites: Open only to graduate students with consent of student’s graduate adviser. (1.5 hours of supervision per student per week)(Fall, Spring, Summer)


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  • BIOL 5961 - Graduate Seminar in Ecology and Sustainability

    (1 Unit) Seminar-format course in which each student presents information and leads discussion on topic selected for the semester.Topics change each semester. Each student is required to take the course three times.Prerequisites: Graduate standing in the Ecology and Sustainability master’s program or consent of instructor.(Fall, Spring)


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  • BIOL 5966 - Graduate Seminar in Genetics I

    (1 Unit) Variety of topics in genetics and genetic counseling.  Special topic mini-series, guest lectures, student presentations.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.(Lecture, 1 hour)(Fall)


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  • BIOL 5967 - Graduate Seminar in Genetics II

    (1 Unit) Variety of topics in genetics and genetic counseling.  Special topic mini-series, guest lectures, student presentations.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.(Lecture, 1 hour)(Spring)


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  • BIOL 5968 - Research Methods and Professional Skills

    (3 Units) Research methodologies utilized in biomedical studies.  Includes research designs, databases, statistical analysis, journal club.  Writing for various purposes (grants, IRB protocols, scholarly publications) and oral presentations required.Satisfies writing requirement for M.S. in Genetic Counseling.Prerequisites: BIOL 3350 or equivalent, graduate standing or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • BIOL 5990 - Thesis

    (3-6 Units) Preparation, completion, oral defense, and submission of an acceptable thesis for the master’s degree.(Formerly Master’s Thesis)Prerequisites: Open only to graduate students with consent of student’s graduate adviser. (1.5 hours of supervision per week per student)(Fall, Spring, Summer)


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  • BLW 2060 - Law, Environment and Ethics

    (3 Units) Law applicable to businesses; legal, ethical, political, and social environments in which businesses operate; sources of law; legal reasoning and procedure; law of contracts, agency.(Fall, Spring)


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  • BLW 3060 - Advanced Business Law

    (3 Units) Laws relating to sales, commercial paper, secured transactions, debtor-creditor rights, bankruptcy, agency, employment, partnerships, corporations, real and personal property including protection of interests.Prerequisites: BLW 2060.(Fall)


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  • BLW 5190 - International Legal Environment of Business

    (3 Units) The impact of different legal environments on international business operations; civil versus common law, international taxation issues; legal safeguards for intellectual property rights; legal restrictions governing the transfer of funds, foreign investment laws, antitrust laws.Prerequisites: All MBA foundation courses.


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  • BOTY 3000 - Principles of Plant Propagation

    (3 Units) Techniques, facilities, and materials used in the propagation and maintenance of horticulturally important plants. The water, temperature, and light requirements of domesticated plants also are considered, as well as methods of pest/disease control.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, or equivalent.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 3 hours; field trips)(Spring)


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  • BOTY 3050 - Plants, Agriculture, and Humans

    (4 Units) Introduction to the uses, propagation, and domestication of plants by humans.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050 or equivalent.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours; field trips)(Fall odd-numbered years)


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  • BOTY 3130 - Morphology of Plants, Algae, and Fungi

    (4 Units) A comparative study of the structure, development, ecology, evolutionary relationships and economic importance of plants, algae, and fungi.This course is acceptable for section 1.c requirement for the major.(Formerly BOTY 3100 and 3120)Satisfies the departmental diversity requirement.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, or equivalent.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours; field trips).(Fall of even-numbered years)


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  • BOTY 3500 - Introductory Plant Pathology

    (4 Units) Nature, cause, and control of plant diseases with emphasis on economic agriculture crops.This course is not offered on a yearly basis.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050 and BIOL 1150, or equivalent.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)


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  • BOTY 3700 - Flowering Plants

    (4 Units) Structure, kinds, taxonomic relationships, and classification of local flowering plants with practice in their collection and identification.This course is acceptable for section 1.c requirement for the major.Satisfies the departmental diversity requirement.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050 and BIOL 1150, or equivalent.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 6 hours; field trips)(Spring)


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  • BOTY 4000 - Medicinal Plants and Herbs

    (3 Units) A survey of medicinal plants and herbal supplements from the North American West and those used in other regions and by other cultures including ethics, claims, regulations, and current and past usage.  May also be used to count towards electives in the major.Satisfies G.E. areas F1 and G.Prerequisites: Junior standing and completion of BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1050.


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  • BOTY 4200 - Plant Physiology

    (4 Units) Selected topics pertaining to metabolism, nutrition, and growth of plants.Satisfies the physiology requirement for the major.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050 and BIOL 1150 or equivalent, BIOL 3310, and CHEM 3010, 3012, or equivalent.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 6 hours)


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  • BOTY 4600 - Plant Ecology

    (4 Units) Study of the interrelationships between plants and their environment, with special emphasis on the structure, development, and causes of distribution of plant communities.Satisfies the ecology elective for the major.Prerequisites: BIOL 1050, BIOL 1150, and CHEM 1110, or equivalents.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours; field trips)(Spring)


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  • BUS 1040 - Seminar in First-Year Experience

    (2 Units) Introductory seminar explores relationships between two linked academic courses; supports academic adjustment and skill enhancement; and connects students with faculty, peer advisers, and campus resources and services. Students will have the opportunity to reflect on course content individually and in groups, and define their learning goals.(Formerly Freshman Experience Seminar) (Same as MDIS 1040)Satisfies G.E. area E1.Corequisites: Identified linked academic courses.


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  • BUS 1500 - Introduction to Business

    (3 Units) Principles of business with a focus on the organization, strategy, operations, and impact of small and publicly traded enterprises in the modern American society. Functional areas include management, marketing, operations, accounting, and finance. Topics examined include the role of entrepreneurship, the importance of customer focus, and the role of ethics and social responsibility in a diverse and global environment.Satisfies G.E. area D2.(Fall, Spring, Summer)


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  • BUS 2090 - Ethics and Social Responsibility for Businesses and Businesspeople

    (3 Units) Course provides an initial exposure to theories of ethics, structured decision-making, and the concepts of social responsibility.This is a service learning course.Satisfies G.E. area D2.Prerequisites: Completion of A1 and A2 G.E. requirements.


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  • BUS 3000 - Introduction to Global Business

    (3 Units) Fundamentals of the nature, scope, institutions, and mechanics of today’s global business environment. Explanation of the position of the U.S. in the global marketplace as well as its role in promoting its companies involvement in global business activities. Examination of U.S. company strategies for entry and operation in international markets, and development of a broader understanding of global business impact on people’s lives in the U.S. and countries around the world.Satisfies G.E. area F3.Prerequisites: Junior standing.


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  • BUS 3090 - Ethics for Business Professionals

    (3 Units) Course further develops the initial exposure to theories of ethics, structured decision-making, and the concepts of social responsibility provided by lower division coursework. Course includes in-depth coverage of professional ethics. This is a service learning course.Prerequisites: WP Course (BUS 3100, ENGL 3007, or ACC 3125 as required by major program), BUS 2090 or equivalent, junior standing.


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  • BUS 3100 - Business Technical Writing Communication (WP)

    (3 Units) Course explores concepts, theories, and practices of written communication for managers and professionals. Course integrates the use of language, both in conversation and writing, and includes group work and team interaction. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of technology and the Internet on business communication and the integration of graphics in written communication. Topics include the practice of formal styles and formats of business writing, preparation of formal reports, development of research skills. Assignments will reflect real issues in the business world.Satisfies upper-division writing proficiency requirement.Prerequisites: Passing the Writing Proficiency Screening Test; junior standing; ENGL 1001 or 1002, and 2000 or equivalents.


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  • BUS 5000 - Introduction to the EMBA

    (1 Unit) An off-site orientation day provides students with an overview of the program, the program structure, and the courses that comprise the program. Includes brief descriptions of each course, helpful strategies for working in an accelerated program structure, research tools, and comprehensive training in technology used for on-line courses.Prerequisites: Acceptance into the EMBA program.


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