Courses at the 400-level

The physical and chemical properties and metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids are studied, with emphasis on enzyme systems and hereditary molecules. Students cannot receive credit for both Biology 410 and Chemistry 410. Lecture.
3 credit hours

• CHEM 205
• CHEM 206

This is a study of the physical and chemical properties of carbohydrates and lipids, with emphasis on intermediary metabolism and its hormonal regulation. Students cannot receive credit for both Biology 411 and Chemistry 411. Lecture.
3 credit hours

• BIOL 410

This is a study of medically important microorganisms, with emphasis on the molecular mechanisms of pathogenicity. Lecture and laboratory.
4 credit hours

• BIOL 111
• BIOL 112

This is a study of medically important microorganisms, with emphasis on the molecular mechanisms of pathogenicity. (Formerly Advanced Microbiology.)
4 credit hours

• BIOL 348
• CHEM 205
• CHEM 206

This is a study of animal immune responses, with emphasis on the properties of antigens and immunoglobulins, cellular communication, pathology, and the development and regulation of humoral and cellular immunity. Lecture.
3 credit hours

• BIOL 111
• BIOL 112
• CHEM 205
• CHEM 206
• or consent of the department chair

An interdisciplinary approach is used to examine evolutionary trends of plants and animals, the origin of life, molecular evolution, and speciation. Lecture.
3 credit hours

• BIOL 221

Topics covering the breadth of biology content are synthesized in this capstone experience. Skills emphasized are writing and oral presentation in science. A content examination and literature review are required.
3 credit hours

• BIOL 111
• BIOL 112
• BIOL 221
• BIOL 318
• BIOL 320
• Senior status (90 credits successfully completed)
• Concurrent enrollment in 318 or 320 allowed or consent of department chair

The experimental aspects and recent advances in different fields of biology are examined. Required are research projects and papers on the work accomplished. Not open to students enrolled in the M.A. program in biology.
1-4 credit hours

• Two 300-level biology courses
• or consent of the department chair

While reinforcing skills already learned, this clinical course focuses on advanced imaging procedures, including trauma and fluoroscopy procedures.
8 credit hours

• RADT 310

This final clinical course prepares students to become independent functioning radiologic technologists.
8 credit hours

• RADT 411

Topics include personal and professional values, professional standards, and legal liability in the workplace. Problem-solving techniques are taught to help students make competent, informed decisions.
2 credit hours

• RADT 411

Students explore electromagnetic and particulate radiation, tomography, radiosensitivity of different cell types, radiation sickness, radiation barriers, and federal, state, and local regulations concerning the use of radiation.
3 credit hours

• RADT 330

Students examine the basic theory and practice of CT imaging and interpretation.
1 credit hours

• RADT 305

This course provides a detailed, comprehensive pathology of organ systems relevant to radiologic technology.
2 credit hours

• RADT 305

Students review the specifi cations of the ARRT radiography examination, the guidelines for application, study strategies, and content included in the exam.
3 credit hours

• RADT 411