Apr 20, 2024

2020-2021 Graduate Catalog

2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Archival Studies
	AVST 5570 - Archives Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisites: AVST 5310 , AVST 5311 , and AVST 5312 . A directed work experience that allows students to apply archival knowledge and skills learned in a classroom setting to an archival setting. With the approval of the Archival Studies Coordinator, the student will work under the supervision of a professional archivist at a local repository. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Art
	ARTA 5061 - Metalsmithing & Jewelry Design (1-6 credits, repeatable) Graduate Studio course in Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design for students accepted into the Art & Design graduate program. May be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5107 - Art Study Tour (1-3 credits) This course is designed to acquaint the student with original works of art. The lecture series is followed by a trip to selected museums in the U.S. and/or Europe. When Offered: As needed. Dual Listed With: ARTA 4107. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5110 - Ceramics (1-6 credits, repeatable) Graduate Studio course in Ceramics for students accepted into the Art & Design graduate program. May be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5130 - Painting (1-6 credits, repeatable) Graduate Studio course in Painting for students accepted into the Art & Design graduate program. May be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5140 - Photography (1-6 credits, repeatable) Graduate Studio course in Photography for students accepted into the Art & Design graduate program. May be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5147 - Painting Techniques of the Old Masters (3 credits) Prerequisites: ARTA 2051 or equivalent. This course provides exploration and application of historic painting techniques, methods, and approaches utilized by artists known as the Old Masters during the Renaissance Period. Repeatable for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5160 - Sculpture (1-6 credits, repeatable) Graduate Studio course in Sculpture for students accepted into the Art & Design graduate program. May be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5170 - Fibers and Material Studies (1-6 credits, repeatable) Provides graduate MFA students in Fibers and Material Studies intensive studio experience in varying materials. May be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5200 - Drawing (1-6 credits, repeatable) Graduate Studio course in Drawing for students accepted into the Art & Design graduate program. May be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5201 - Figure Drawing (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Graduate standing in the Department of Art and Design or permission of the instructor. An advanced level drawing class with the human figure as subject matter. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5350 - Graduate Graphic Design (1-6 credits, repeatable) Graduate Studio course in Graphic Design for students accepted into the Art & Design graduate program. May be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5607 - Digital Photography II (3 credits) Prerequisites: ARTA 2604 or equivalent. Advanced technical and aesthetic issues related to the creation of fine art photography through the use of current technologies. Dual Listed With: ARTA 4607. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5617 - Site-Specific and Installation Art (3 credits) Prerequisites: ARTA 2501. This course explores site-specific sculpture and installation art as an artistic approach, created environment, and exploration of space. Dual Listed With: ARTA 4617. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5901 - Independent Studies in Graduate Art (1-6 credits, repeatable) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5911 - Printmaking (1-6 credits, repeatable) Graduate Studio course in Printmaking for students accepted into the Art & Design graduate program. May be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5950 - Methods of Research in Studio (3 credits) Required of all graduate students in art. Includes the techniques of supporting paper and thesis writing and the preparation of an acceptable prospectus for a proposed thesis or supporting paper. When Offered: Once a year. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5957 - Special Topics (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Dependent on subject matter. Selected topics of current interest in art. Offered upon sufficient demand for specific subject matter. May be repeated for different topics. Consultation with the instructor is recommended before enrollment. Dual Listed With: ARTA 4957. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5960 - Thesis (1-3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to candidacy and approval by the department. Final Preparation of master’s thesis. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTA 5990 - Readings and Research (1-3 credits) Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Art History
	ARTH 5007 - Renaissance Art in Northern Europe (3 credits) European art outside Italy in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries with emphasis on the art of the Low Lands and Germany. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4007. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5017 - Classical Art (3 credits) A survey of the arts of Greece and Rome. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4017. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5027 - Medieval Art (3 credits) A survey of European architecture, sculpture, and painting from late antiquity to the end of the Gothic period. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4027. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5037 - Italian Renaissance Art (3 credits) Art in Italy from the fourteenth to sixteenth century. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4037. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5047 - Baroque Art (3 credits) A survey of the major styles of European art from 1600 to 1800: Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassicism. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4047. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5057 - 19th Century Art (3 credits) A survey of the major styles and trends in art from Neoclassicism to Postimpressionism. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4057. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5067 - Modern Art (3 credits) Major developments in painting and sculpture from Postimpressionism through Surrealism. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4067. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5077 - Contemporary Art (3 credits) A survey of art since 1945. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4077. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5087 - Asian Art (3 credits) A study of the arts of India, China, and Japan. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4087. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5097 - Art History Theory (3 credits) An investigation of aesthetic theories as they relate to the practices of art history and art criticism, with an emphasis on contemporary approaches and recent philosophical developments. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5107 - Art Study Tour (1-3 credits) This course is designed to acquaint the student with original works of art. The lecture series is followed by a trip to selected museums in the U.S. and/or Europe. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4107. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5117 - Women and Queers in the Arts (3 credits) Examines the lives and achievements of women and LGBTQ artists working in diverse historical and cultural contexts and the issues they have faced in pursuing an artistic vocation, such as the dichotomy between fine art and craft, the hierarchy of genres, and art as a form of protest. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4117. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5157 - Philosophy of Art (3 credits) Prerequisites: Either two courses in either philosophy or art history, or permission of the instructor. A discussion of philosophical issues that arise in our attempts to understand the creation, appreciation, and criticism of the various literary, plastic, and performing arts. Cross-Listed With: PHIL 5157. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4157. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5180 - Seminar in Art and Appalachia (3-6 credits) This seminar provides an in-depth study of some aspects of art in Appalachia. The topic may change from year to year. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5907 - Art History Seminar (3 credits) An investigation of specific themes or topics in the history of art, including analysis, discussion, and interpretation of works of art and scholarly literature. May be repeated for credit when topic changes. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4907. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5957 - Special Topics (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Dependent on subject matter. Selected topics of current interest in art. Offered upon sufficient demand for specific subject matter. May be repeated for different topics. Consultation with the instructor is recommended before enrollment. Dual Listed With: ARTH 4957. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5960 - Thesis (1-3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to candidacy and approval by the department. Final Preparation of master’s thesis. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	ARTH 5990 - Readings and Research (1-3 credits) Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Biochemistry
	BIOC 5500 - Special Topics in Biochemistry (2 credits) Prerequisites: Biomedical Science I-IV or permission of the instructor. Discussion of special topics of interest to biomedical scientists. Can be taken repeatedly for credit with different subject matter. Two hours per week. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOC 5960 - Thesis Research (1-3 credits) Supervised research toward thesis. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOC 5990 - Readings and Research (1-3 credits) Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOC 6200 - Advanced Biochemistry Seminar (2 credits) Presentation of selected topics of interest by faculty, advanced students, and guests. Requires student preparation for participation in discussion. This course may be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOC 6500 - Special Topics in Biochemistry (2 credits) Prerequisites: Biomedical Science I-IV or permission of the instructor. Discussion of special topics of interest to biomedical scientists. Can be taken repeatedly for credit with different subject matter. Two hours per week. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOC 6600 - Molecular Biology and Genomics (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOM 6010 and BIOM 6020 required, BIOM 6030 and BIOM 6040 recommended. An advanced graduate course on molecular biology and genomics, focused on their principles and research practice. It is intended to provide students with the latest knowledge and methodologies for biomedical research at the level of gene structure, organization and expression in eukaryotic cells. Topics include macro-molecular interactions, structure-function relationships, regulation of gene replication and expression, applications of recombinant DNA methodologies, protein engineering and bioinformatics, genome mapping, and DNA damage, mutagenesis and repair. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOC 6900 - Special Problems in Biochemistry (1-5 credits) Research projects of limited scope to allow the student to develop certain skills or to establish a specific interest in a research area. Conference and laboratory. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOC 7960 - Biochemistry Dissertation Research (1-18 credits) Supervised research toward dissertation. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOC 7990 - Readings and Research (1-3 credits) Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Biology
	BIOL 5027 - Biomedical Evolution and Ecology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Provides a deep exploration of the principles of evolution and ecology as they pertain to issues of human and animal health. This course blends elements of microevolutionary theory, macroevolution, population ecology, community ecology, epidemiology, ecosystem ecology, and environmental health. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4027. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5037 - Coastal Biology Field Trip (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110, 1120 and 1130 or equivalent. Provides intensive field survey of coastal Atlantic flora and fauna. Two hours lecture/laboratory per week; 6-day field trip, 1 day at sea. Students research presentation/report. When Offered: Every other Fall. Notes: Extra fees. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4037. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5087 - Plant Ecology and Evolution (4 credits) Covers ecological and evolutionary plant processes that act at the individual, population, and community scales. The course also covers how the biotic and abiotic environment affects plant life histories, plant abundance, distribution, and evolutionary trajectories. The course includes basic concepts in experimental design and data analyses as well as collecting and interpreting data that students collect in the field. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4087. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5147 - Biochemistry of Macromolecules (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 3100 or equivalent; CHEM 2020/2021 or equivalent. Includes topics on cellular organization: pH and buffering, energy changes in molecular interactions, structure and characteristics of amino acids and proteins, structure/function relationships of enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, and studies of the production, structure, and function of nucleic acids. Three hours lecture per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4147. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5157 - Biochemistry of Macromolecules Lab (2 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 3100 or equivalent. Introduces theory and use of lab instruments and techniques through a series of experiments designed to explore buffering, enzyme isolation and characterization, and DNA isolation and characterization. Experiment planning and interpretation of data generated culminates in journal-style reports. One four-hour lab per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4157. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5167 - Biochemistry of Metabolism (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 3100 or equivalent; CHEM 2020/2021 or equivalent. Covers the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and nucleotides with emphasis on reactions, enzymes, energy changes, pathway regulation, and pathway integration. Production of energy-rich molecules in the cell is linked to important cellular functions (i.e., biosynthesis, movement, and transport). Three hours lecture per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4167. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5177 - Biochemistry of Metabolism Lab (2 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 3100 or equivalent. Introduces theory and use of lab instruments and techniques through a series of experiments designed to investigate photosynthesis, electron transport, polymerase chain reactions, and enzyme kinetics. Experiment planning and interpretation of data generated culminates in journal-style reports. One four-hour lab per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4177. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5247 - Appalachian Flora (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110, 1120 and 1130 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Covers field and laboratory identification and ecology of plants of the Southern Appalachian environs. Sixteen hours Lecture and labs/ field per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4247. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5257 - Appalachian Fauna (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110 and 1120 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Covers field and laboratory identification and ecology of the animals of the Southern Appalachian environs. Sixteen hours Lecture and labs/field per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4257. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5277 - Neurobiology (4 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110/11111, BIOL 1120/1121, or equivalent. Introduces study of neurobiology. Topics include fundamentals of cellular communication (action potentials, synaptic transmission, synaptic integration), sensory systems, motor systems, the neural basis of behavior, developmental plasticity, and learning. Examples are drawn from invertebrates, as well as vertebrates. Four hours lecture per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4277. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5287 - Experiments in Animal Behavior and Physiology (4 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Provides valuable hands-on experiences in performing real experiments in animal behavior and physiology, using invertebrate species. Major emphases are experimental design, data collection, statistical analyses, graphical representations of results, and creation of oral and written scientific reports. Topics may include circadian rhythm control of physiology and behavior, environmental factors influencing aggression, the influence of predation cues on behavior, and the effects of temperature and salinity on the behavior and physiology of fresh-water clams. Course is 4 hours credit (2 hours lecture/discussion plus 4 hours lab per week). Dual Listed With: BIOL 4287. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5337 - Plant Systematics (4 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110/1111, BIOL 1120/1121, BIOL 1130/1131, or equivalent. Presents flowering plant classification and evolution including characteristics and methods of traditional plant taxonomy and computer-based phylogenetic methods using morphological and molecular data sets. Plants are studied in field and lab. Data collected from plant specimens and from GenBank are used to conduct phylogenetic analysis in various angiosperm groups. Two hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week. When Offered: Fall, even years. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4337. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5347 - Biogeography (2 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1130 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Presents global and regional patterns in the distribution, abundance, and variation of plants and animals related to geographic conditions and earth history. One two-hour lecture per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4347. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5357 - Ethology (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110, BIOL 1120, BIOL 1130, or equivalent. Introduces study of animal behavior. Emphasis is placed on the ecology and evolution of behavioral patterns. Three hours lecture per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4357. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5367 - Modeling Biological Systems (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Provides computer simulation modeling of ecological systems. Three hours lecture/discussion/workshop per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4367. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5377 - Tropical Botany in Ecuador (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110, BIOL 1120 or equivalent and permission of instructor. Provides visits to many field sites in Ecuador where plants at diverse climatic, elevational and vegetational settings are examined. It includes identifying plants, observing and dissecting material, and becoming familiar with economically important tropical and temperate plants and plant communities. The course is conducted with a group of Ecuadorian botanists and students from our Ecuadorian sister university, Universidad Estatal de Bolívar. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4377. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5467 - Ichthyology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Vertebrate Zoology, or permission of instructor. Introduces the methodology of field collection, preservation, and identification of fishes. Quantitative analysis and preparation of summary reports on field collections is emphasized. Two (2) one-hour lectures and one three-hour lab per week. When Offered: Every other Fall. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4467. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5477 - Ornithology (4 credits) Prerequisites: Vertebrate Zoology or permission of instructor. Introduces the methodology of field identification, population censuses, seasonal diversity, and ecology of birds. One three-hour lecture and one three-hour lab per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4477. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5480 - Paleobotany (3 credits) This course concerns the evolutionary history of plants as revealed by the fossil record. Included are an introduction to the concepts of geological time, stratigraphy and sedimentation, fossilization of plants, and the diversity of plants through time. Two one-hour lectures and two three-hour labs weekly. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5500 - Biometry (3 credits) Prerequisites: Probability and Statistics. Modern biometry for research. Experimental design, data analysis, and statistical treatment of biological data will be covered. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5597 - Recombinant DNA Laboratory (3 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110, BIOL 1120, BIOL 1130 or equivalent; plus one year Organic Chemistry. Theory and practice in molecular biology and recombinant DNA techniques, including recombinant DNA construction and gene transfer. One hour lecture and two three hour laboratories per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4597. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5600 - Introduction to Biological Research (2 credits) Introduces the concepts and philosophy behind science, experimental design, and data analysis. Students develop practical skills such as literature searching, scientific writing, and oral communication. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5647 - Molecular Biology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Genetics, plus one year Organic Chemistry; Cell Biology recommended. Investigates gene structure, gene expression and its regulation, and modern molecular methodology. Three hours lecture per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4647. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5667 - Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics (3 credits) Investigates scientific hypotheses that define current approaches to biology at the molecular level. It is based on concepts that range from the use of DNA as a storage molecule of information, to the control of and the expression of this information by both genetic and epigenetic processes (e.g. transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics), and to the emergent properties resulting from the control networks of this information. Includes in silico lab activities. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4667. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5677 - Synthetic Biology and Bioengineering (3 credits) Focuses on design and execution of experiments testing hypotheses related to cloning and sequencing of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), cell free transcription of genes and translation of proteins, metabolic pathway engineering, metabolite identification, and transient expression of genes and product localization in cells. Laboratory intensive course. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4677. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5700 - Seminar (1 credit) Prerequisites: Graduate standing or consent of the instructor. Special topics presented and discussed by students, faculty, and guests. May be repeated for additional credit, but not to exceed two credits. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5737 - Conservation Biology (4 credits) Prerequisites: Genetics, or equivalent. Studies underlying ecological and population genetic forces governing the structure and dynamics of populations and evaluates current conservation strategies. Labs include field experiments on biodiversity, species monitoring strategies, field trips and use of population viability analysis. Two hours lecture, one hour discussion, and three hours laboratory per week. When Offered: Fall, even years. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4737. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5747 - Population Genetics (4 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1130 or equivalent. Explores mechanisms of genetic change in populations. Theoretical predictions and empirical evidence are considered. Emphasis is on molecular-based methods. A combination of field and lab exercises. Three hours lecture and one three-hour lab per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4747. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5757 - Developmental Biology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Vertebrate Embryology or permission of instructor. Studies advanced topics in developmental biology such as the role of extracellular matrix and gene regulation on gametogenesis and embryogenesis. Two one-hour lectures and one (2) two-hour lab per week. When Offered: Fall, odd years. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4757. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5767 - Plant Physiology and Development (4 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110, BIOL 1120, and BIOL 1130 or equivalent; plus one semester of Organic Chemistry. Studies plant physiology and development dealing with physical and chemical processes affecting the growth, development, metabolism, and reproduction of plants. Includes study of the highly developed and diverse responses of plants to their environment. Three hours lecture, one hour oral component per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4767. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5857 - Aquatic Biology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Ecology or permission of instructor. Provides field trips collection, identification, and ecology of freshwater plants and animals. One hour lecture and two (2) hour labs per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4857. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5867 - Marine Biology (4 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 1110, BIOL 1120, BIOL 1130 or equivalent; Invertebrate Zoology recommended. Presents principles of marine biology with emphasis on habitats and ecological processes. Two hours lecture and (2) two-hour labs per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4867. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5887 - Arachnology (4 credits) Prerequisites: BIOL 3100. Provides an in-depth exploration of the biology of spiders that integrates the organism’s anatomy, physiology, and development, with its ecology and evolution. It focuses on the biodiversity of spiders, particularly those of the southern Appalachian region. Field collection of spiders is required. Three hours of lecture/two hours of lab per week. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4887. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5900 - Independent Studies (1-4 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and department chair. Independent research on a specific problem under the supervision of a faculty member. A plan of the research must be approved in advance of registration. Candidates for M. S. theses may retake a total of nine credits. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5910 - Research in Biology (1-4 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Independent, directed research. Field of study to be determined by mutual consent of the student and faculty advisor. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5957 - Special Topics in Biology (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Dependent on subject matter. Selected topics in biological sciences. Presents elected topics in biological sciences. Offered upon sufficient demand for specific subject matter. May be repeated for different topics. Consultation with the instructor is recommended before enrollment. Dual Listed With: BIOL 4957. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5960 - Thesis (1-3 credits) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5989 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) Students must clear arrangements for this course through the Cooperative Education Office prior to registration. Planned and supervised work assignments in business, industry, and government agencies. Students may alternate between periods (usually two semesters) of full-time study and employment with a cooperative education employer. Credit received carries full academic value, and students receive compensation as full-time employees. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5990 - Readings and Research (1-3 credits) Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U). View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 5999 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) Students must clear arrangements for this course through the Cooperative Education Office prior to registration. Planned and supervised work assignments in business, industry, and government agencies. Students may alternate between periods (usually two semesters) of full-time study and employment with a cooperative education employer. Credit received carries full academic value, and students receive compensation as full-time employees. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 6100 - Topics in Cell and Molecular Biology (3 credits) Current topics in cell and molecular biology, with an emphasis on regulation of cellular processes. Included will be discussions of current approaches and experimental paradigms. Specific topics of discussion will vary each semester, depending on instructor. When Offered: Spring, odd years. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 6200 - Topics in Organismal Biology (3 credits) An exploration of current topics in organismal biology - anatomical, physiological, and developmental aspects of plants and/or animals. Emphases will be placed on review of current original literature and on evaluation of research methods used to pursue questions in the discipline. Lecture and discussion sessions. Specific topics of discussion will vary each semester, depending on instructor. When Offered: Spring, even years. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 6300 - Topics in Ecology and Evolution (3 credits) An in-depth exploration of a particular topic related to the ecology and/or evolution of biological populations. Lectures, reading assignments (including primary research literature), experience with research methods, and discussion. Specific topics of discussion will vary each semester, depending on instructor. When Offered: Fall, even years. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOL 6400 - Topics in Systematic Biology (3 credits) The course stresses critical inquiry into current approaches in the analyses of evolutionary relationships of organisms. Included will be the application and comparison of methodologies and discussions of recent hypotheses of phylogeny and macroevolutionary trends. Emphasis will be placed on integration of ideas and the impact of theory on understanding biology. Specific topics of discussion will vary each semester, depending on instructor. When Offered: Fall, odd years. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Biomedical Sciences
	BIOM 6010 - Biomedical Science I - Molecular Organization of Cells (3 credits) The first in a four-course multi-disciplinary sequence that describes the fundamentals of modern biomedical research necessary for all biomedical science graduate students. The course presents a foundation in modern biochemistry, cell and molecular biology. Topics include chemical foundations, protein structure and function, nucleic acids and the genetic code, biomembranes, recombinant DNA and genomics and genetic analysis in cell biology. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOM 6020 - Biomedical Science II - Gene Expression and Regulation (3 credits) The second in a four-course multi-disciplinary sequence that describes the fundamentals of modern biomedical research necessary for all biomedical science graduate students. The course covers the essential aspects of molecular and developmental biology. Topics include: the structure of genes and chromosomes, DNA repair, DNA replication and recombination, RNA processing, the cell cycle and genetic control of development. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOM 6030 - Biomedical Science III - Cellular Anatomy and Physiology (3 credits) The third in a four-course multi-disciplinary sequence that describes the fundamentals of modern biomedical research necessary for all biomedical science graduate students. This course covers topics involved in building and fueling cells including cell transport, cell energetics, protein sorting and cell motility and shape. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOM 6040 - Biomedical Science IV - Cell and Organ Interactions (3 credits) The fourth in a four-course multi-disciplinary sequence that describes the fundamentals of modern biomedical research necessary for all biomedical science graduate students. Topics include extracellular signaling, hormones and receptors, second messengers and intracellular signaling, nerve cell functions, cell interactions in development and cancer. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOM 6110 - Introduction to Biomedical Research (1 credit) This course will introduce students to the current research of the faculty of the College of Medicine. Departments and interdisciplinary research groups will present a series of short talks describing the research programs of the faculty. Students will meet in different locations and tour the laboratories and facilities. A written report on the scientific topics is required of each student. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOM 6120 - Laboratory Rotations (3 credits) A series of three to five laboratory rotations in which students gain an understanding of the research problems currently under investigation and the techniques employed in selected laboratories. Students select faculty whose research or research techniques is of particular interest and participate in four- to six-week long rotations involving hands-on laboratory experience and participation in laboratory discussions and other activities. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOM 6210 - Scientific Communication I (1 credit) Taken by all first-year doctoral students in the fall. Students will attend seminars by external speakers, faculty and senior students. Students will critique presentations and discuss presentation techniques and style, slide preparation, etc. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOM 6220 - Scientific Communication II (1 credit) Taken by all first-year doctoral students in the spring. Students will make oral presentations on topics of interest and learn effective techniques for oral and written communication of scientific data. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	BIOM 6300 - Scientific Ethics (1 credit) Lecture and group discussion of cases relating to contemporary issues of ethics and integrity in scientific research. Topics include: Scientific integrity, mentoring, scientific record keeping, authorship and peer review, use of animals in research, use of humans in research, conflicts of interest, ownership of data, intellectual property and issues relevant to genetic technology. When Offered: Fall, even years. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes

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Course Descriptions

AVST 5570 - Archives Practicum

ARTA 5061 - Metalsmithing & Jewelry Design

ARTA 5107 - Art Study Tour

ARTA 5110 - Ceramics

ARTA 5130 - Painting

ARTA 5140 - Photography

ARTA 5147 - Painting Techniques of the Old Masters

ARTA 5160 - Sculpture

ARTA 5170 - Fibers and Material Studies

ARTA 5200 - Drawing

ARTA 5201 - Figure Drawing

ARTA 5350 - Graduate Graphic Design

ARTA 5607 - Digital Photography II

ARTA 5617 - Site-Specific and Installation Art

ARTA 5901 - Independent Studies in Graduate Art

ARTA 5911 - Printmaking

ARTA 5950 - Methods of Research in Studio

ARTA 5957 - Special Topics

ARTA 5960 - Thesis

ARTA 5990 - Readings and Research

ARTH 5007 - Renaissance Art in Northern Europe

ARTH 5017 - Classical Art

ARTH 5027 - Medieval Art

ARTH 5037 - Italian Renaissance Art

ARTH 5047 - Baroque Art

ARTH 5057 - 19th Century Art

ARTH 5067 - Modern Art

ARTH 5077 - Contemporary Art

ARTH 5087 - Asian Art

ARTH 5097 - Art History Theory

ARTH 5107 - Art Study Tour

ARTH 5117 - Women and Queers in the Arts

ARTH 5157 - Philosophy of Art

ARTH 5180 - Seminar in Art and Appalachia

ARTH 5907 - Art History Seminar

ARTH 5957 - Special Topics

ARTH 5960 - Thesis

ARTH 5990 - Readings and Research

BIOC 5500 - Special Topics in Biochemistry

BIOC 5960 - Thesis Research

BIOC 5990 - Readings and Research

BIOC 6200 - Advanced Biochemistry Seminar

BIOC 6500 - Special Topics in Biochemistry

BIOC 6600 - Molecular Biology and Genomics

BIOC 6900 - Special Problems in Biochemistry

BIOC 7960 - Biochemistry Dissertation Research

BIOC 7990 - Readings and Research

BIOL 5027 - Biomedical Evolution and Ecology

BIOL 5037 - Coastal Biology Field Trip

BIOL 5087 - Plant Ecology and Evolution

BIOL 5147 - Biochemistry of Macromolecules

BIOL 5157 - Biochemistry of Macromolecules Lab

BIOL 5167 - Biochemistry of Metabolism

BIOL 5177 - Biochemistry of Metabolism Lab

BIOL 5247 - Appalachian Flora

BIOL 5257 - Appalachian Fauna

BIOL 5277 - Neurobiology

BIOL 5287 - Experiments in Animal Behavior and Physiology

BIOL 5337 - Plant Systematics

BIOL 5347 - Biogeography

BIOL 5357 - Ethology

BIOL 5367 - Modeling Biological Systems

BIOL 5377 - Tropical Botany in Ecuador

BIOL 5467 - Ichthyology

BIOL 5477 - Ornithology

BIOL 5480 - Paleobotany

BIOL 5500 - Biometry

BIOL 5597 - Recombinant DNA Laboratory

BIOL 5600 - Introduction to Biological Research

BIOL 5647 - Molecular Biology

BIOL 5667 - Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics

BIOL 5677 - Synthetic Biology and Bioengineering

BIOL 5700 - Seminar

BIOL 5737 - Conservation Biology

BIOL 5747 - Population Genetics

BIOL 5757 - Developmental Biology

BIOL 5767 - Plant Physiology and Development

BIOL 5857 - Aquatic Biology

BIOL 5867 - Marine Biology