Jun 25, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Nutrition and Food Systems

  
  • NFS 330 - Communication Techniques in Nutrition

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): NFS 420 /NFS 420L . Corequisite(s): NFS 330L . Evaluation of methods of interviewing and counseling clients in nutrition and food selection.
  
  • NFS 330L - Communication Techniques in Nutrition Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): NFS 330 . Lab to accompany NFS 330 . Students develop appropriate interviewing and counseling techniques in nutrition and food selection.
  
  • NFS 362 - Nutrition

    3 hrs.
    Study of the body’s need for foods, including the chemistry of digestion, metabolism and nutritive requirements of the body during the life cycle (FSC 1233, FSC 1253, BIO 1613).
  
  • NFS 365 - Dietetic Professions: Practice and Research

    2 hrs.
    Study of the profession of dietetics and the application of research in the field of nutrition and dietetics.
  
  • NFS 385 - Diet and Disease

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): NFS 272 /NFS 272L , NFS 420 /NFS 420L . Introduction to common therapeutic diets used in medical nutrition therapy and the role of various food and nutrition professionals.
  
  • NFS 385L - Diet and Disease Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Corequisite(s): NFS 385 . Practical application of medical nutrition therapy to health promotion, disease prevention, and menu planning and modification.
  
  • NFS 410 - Macronutrient Metabolism

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 420 , NFS 362  and 2.5 GPA in required science courses. The study of carbohydrates, protein and fat in human metabolism; metabolic pathways are explored.
  
  • NFS 411 - Micronutrient Metabolism

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): CHE 420 , NFS 362 . The study of specific effects of vitamins, minerals and water on human metabolism.
  
  • NFS 420 - Lifecycle Nutrition

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 250 /BSC 250L , BSC 251 /BSC 251L , NFS 362 . Corequisite(s): NFS 420L . Study of the role of nutrition in health, growth and development at each stage of the life cycle.
  
  • NFS 420L - Lifecycle Nutrition Lab

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): NFS 420 . Develop skills in assessing and articulating the nutritional status of individuals throughout the life cycle.
  
  • NFS 425 - Child Nutrition

    3 hrs.


    Prerequisite(s): NFS 362  or equivalent. Study of eating patterns and nutritional needs of children and nutrition programs/services available to meet needs.

     

  
  
  • NFS 430L - Experimental Foods Lab

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): NFS 430 . Developing the skills to test the chemical, physical and sensory nature of foods.
  
  • NFS 445 - Financial Management in Nutrition and Food Systems

    3 hrs.
    This course is designed to teach financial management skills required in multiple nutrition and food service system settings.
  
  • NFS 455 - Nutrition and Weight Control

    3 hrs.
    A study of the factors that cause weight gain with an explanation of the physiology involved and a critical review of weight reduction plans.
  
  • NFS 463 - Community Nutrition

    3 hrs.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): NFS 330 , NFS 330L , NFS 420 , NFS 420L  or permission of instructor. Study of nutrition assessment methodology and resources available within the community.
  
  • NFS 465 - Seminar

    1 hr.
    Junior or senior status in Nutrition and Dietetics. Selected topics in nutrition; may be repeated for a total of three semester hours.
  
  • NFS 467L - Practicum in Dietetics

    3-6 hrs.
    Permission of instructor. Application of dietetics in selected health care settings.
  
  • NFS 473 - Child Nutrition Program Management

    3 hrs.
    This course will explore in depth the specific knowledge and skills needed in the management and supervision of multiunits in child nutrition programs.
  
  • NFS 476 - Food Production Management

    2 hrs.
    Corequisite(s): NFS 476L . Study of the principles of organization and management applied to institutional food service.
  
  • NFS 476L - Food Production Management Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): NFS 476 . Application of management principles to commercial and institutional food systems.
  
  • NFS 477 - Management in Nutrition and Food Systems

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): NFS 476 /NFS 476L , ACC 200 , MGT 300  or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): NFS 477L . Study and application of management theory and techniques in the supervision of food service personnel.
  
  • NFS 477L - Management in Nutrition and Food Systems Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): NFS 477 . Application of management theory & techniques in food production, personnel supervision.
  
  • NFS 480 - Current Issues in Nutrition and Food Systems

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): NFS 463 . A study of current trends in applied nutrition with exact topics to vary. Must be in senior status in NFS.
  
  • NFS 481 - Financial Management in Child Nutrition Programs

    3 hrs.
    This course is designed to teach financial management skills required of child nutrition program professionals.
  
  • NFS 482 - Food Production Management in Child Nutrition Program

    3 hrs.
    This course is designed to provide the foundation, knowledge, and skills required in the operation of child nutrition programs.
  
  • NFS 485 - Medical Nutrition Therapy I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): NFS 330 /NFS 330L NFS 385 , NFS 420 /NFS 420L ; CHE 420 . Corequisite(s): NFS 485L . Biochemical and physiological bases for dietary treatment of diseases. Application of medical nutrition therapy to menu planning and dietary modifications.
  
  • NFS 485L - Medical Nutrition Therapy I Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Corequisite(s): NFS 485 . An application of MNT I through field trips to hospitals, mock charts, case studies, role play and videography.
  
  • NFS 486 - Medical Nutrition Therapy II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): NFS 485 /NFS 485L . Corequisite(s): NFS 486L . Advanced biochemical and physiological applications for dietary treatment of diseases. Use of medical nutrition therapy in dietary interventions and menu planning.
  
  • NFS 486L - Medical Nutrition Therapy II Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Fee A special fee is charged for this course. (See Special Fees listing in Student Expenses section.) (All labs are subject to a usage fee.)
    Prerequisite(s): NFS 485 /NFS 485L . Corequisite(s): NFS 486 . Application of MNT II through case studies, role playing and hospital visits.
  
  • NFS 490 - Current Topics in Child Nutrition Programs

    3 hrs.
    This course will acquaint students with current issues and topics related to the management of USDA child nutrition programs.
  
  • NFS 492 - Special Problems in Food and Nutrition

    1-4 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Seniors Honors project will enroll in NFS 492H.)

Ocean Engineering

  
  • OE 210 - Introduction to Marine Science and Engineering

    3 hrs.
    Corequisite(s): MAT 167 . An overview of ocean science and engineering and the challenges associated with designing and operating equipment in this harsh environment.
  
  • OE 227 - Ocean Engineering Computer Methods

    3 hrs.
    Corequisite(s): CSC 101 .  An introduction to modern computer tools and methods in ocean engineering.
  
  • OE 321 - Coastal Engineering and Nearshore Processes

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): OE 210 .  Corequisite(s): PHY 201  and PHY 201L . The topics of Coastal Engineering including coastal hydrodynamics, coastal sediment transport, coastal erosion and protection, coastal structures, and breakwater design.
  
  • OE 326 - Fundamentals of Ocean Mechanics

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): OE 321 PHY 350 . Wave-current-sediment transport processes and their interactions with coastal ocean structures.
  
  • OE 389 - Professional Skills for Ocean Engineers

    1 hr.
    Students develop professional skills through resume development, career strategies, and writing project proposals. Project proposals are intended to serve as a starting point for senior level projects & design (OE 493  and OE 494 ). 
  
  • OE 391 - Ocean Engineering Research Internship

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): OE 210 , Permission of instructor. A practical, supervised internship experience in an appropriate engineering discipline in industry, government or academia for a minimum of 320 hours.
  
  • OE 417 - Engineering Ethics and Safety Culture

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 , ENG 102 . A writing intensive course designed to introduce students to the engineering culture of ethical conduct as a professional and safety principles.
  
  • OE 468 - Engineering Fluid Mechanics

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 285 , PHY 350 . Physical principles governing fluid flow with respect to engineering applications.
  
  • OE 489 - Ocean Engineering Seminar

    1 hr.
    Current topics in ocean engineering explored via student discussion and presentation.
  
  • OE 490 - Senior Project in Ocean Engineering

    3 hrs.
    Students complete research for senior project under supervision of faculty.
  
  • OE 491 - Topics in Ocean Engineering

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor.   Directed study in area for which no formal courses are offered. May be repeated up to four times with a change of topic.
  
  • OE 492 - Special Problems in Ocean Engineering

    1-6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s):  Consent of instructor.  Independent research.
  
  • OE 493 - Ocean Engineering Projects & Design I

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): OE 389  and Permission of instructor. Engineering projects with a focus on project scope development and the initial design concept and prototype development.
  
  • OE 494 - Ocean Engineering Projects and Design II

    1 hr.
    Prerequisite(s): OE 493 . Corequisite(s): OE 490 OE 497 .  Engineering projects with a focus on final design and fabrication. Will result in a project relevant to the ocean environment.
  
  • OE 497 - Ocean Engineering Capstone

    2 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s):  Permission and senior standing. Focus on improving written reporting and oral presentation skills. Culminates in presenting results from the 2-semester Ocean Engineering Projects & Design sequence.

Philosophy

  
  • PHI 151 - Introduction to Philosophy

    3 hrs.
    An introduction to the methods and major themes of philosophy . (CC 2113, 2153)
  
  • PHI 171 - Ethics and Good Living

    3 hrs.
    An exploration of the role of ethics in achieving a good life; includes reflection on self-interest, moral rules, concern for others and integrity.
  
  • PHI 253 - Logic

    3 hrs.
    The development of critical-thinking and argumentative skills utilizing informal and formal logical techniques. (CC 2713)
  
  • PHI 300 - Business Ethics

    3 hrs.
    A philosophical exploration of how to recognize, analyze and implement ethical decisions within the multivalued contexts of the various fields of business; may not be taken as a substitute for PHI 151 .
  
  • PHI 301 - Philosophy and Film

    3 hrs.
    This course examines a variety of philosophical topics through both classic readings in philosophy and the medium of film.
  
  • PHI 316 - Philosophy of Science

    3 hrs.
    An introduction to the study of scientific method, the nature of science, and the relationship of science to other academic disciplines and to culture at large.
  
  • PHI 317 - Philosophy Through Science Fiction

    3 hrs.
    This course is an exploration of philosophical issues presented in various works of science fiction.
  
  • PHI 319 - Philosophy of Race

    3 hrs.
    This class explores the concept of race from a philosophical perspective, focusing on race in a southern context, where the racial divide between African Americans and whites has great social and historical significance.
  
  • PHI 320 - Contemporary Moral Issues

    3 hrs.
    This course will consist of a philosophical analysis of controversial moral issues in our society, such as abortion, capital punishment, euthanasia, etc.
  
  • PHI 351 - Critical Thinking

    3 hrs.
    Various topics relevant to developing good reasoning skills.
  
  • PHI 356 - Ethics

    3 hrs.
    An examination of classical and contemporary moral theory.
  
  • PHI 406 - Philosophy of Human Nature

    3 hrs.
    A philosophical consideration of the nature of human consciousness including philosophical anthropology, philosophical psychology and cognitive science.
  
  • PHI 411 - Philosophy of Music

    3 hrs.
    This class examines philosophical perspectives on the evaluation of sound and aesthetics through an examination of a variety of sound projects.
  
  • PHI 412 - Modern Philosophy

    3 hrs.
    Survey of 17th and 18th-century European philosophy.
  
  • PHI 420 - Metaphysics

    3 hrs.
    Analysis of classical and contemporary problems in metaphysics.
  
  • PHI 435 - Research Ethics

    1 hr.
    This class is an introduction to Research Ethics, geared towards advanced undergraduate students from all disciplines who are actively engaged in academic research projects.
  
  • PHI 440 - American Philosophy

    3 hrs.
    Survey of the development of philosophy in America and major American philosophers.
  
  • PHI 450 - Existentialism and Phenomenology

    3 hrs.
    An examination of the central themes in contemporary European existentialism and phenomenology.
  
  • PHI 451 - Political Philosophy

    3 hrs.
    A study of the major schools of political philosophy from classical to contemporary times.
  
  • PHI 452 - Health Care Ethics

    3 hrs.
    A study of the moral dimensions of health care practice, choices confronting professionals and patients, and the role of health care in society.
  
  • PHI 453 - Philosophy of Law

    3 hrs.
    An inquiry into theories of law.
  
  • PHI 457 - Environmental Ethics

    3 hrs.
    An examination of human responsibilities for nature; the impact of civilization on the natural world; formulation of ethical principles and policies.
  
  • PHI 462 - Evil

    3 hrs.
    This course examines wrong and evil-doing. A taxonomy of wrongdoing is established. Evil-doing, which is extraordinary wrong-doing, is examined in its various forms.
  
  • PHI 480 - Philosophical Discourse

    3 hrs.
    A capstone course for philosophy majors, focusing on preparing and presenting philosophic work and engaging in public discussion of philosophical ideas.
  
  • PHI 492 - Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    A study of a philosophical issue to be approved by the department chairman; may be taken for a total of nine hours. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Senior Honors project will enroll in PHI 492H.)
  
  • PHI 499 - Philosophical Study Abroad

    3-6 hrs.

Physics

  
  • PHY 103 - Introductory Physics

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 101 . Corequisite(s): PHY 103L . A conceptual, hands-on course focusing on basic topics in physics and astronomy such as motion, force, energy, states of matter, the solar system, and stars.
  
  • PHY 103L - Introductory Physics Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 103 .
  
  • PHY 111 - General Physics I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 103  or MAT 114  or MAT 167 . Corequisite(s): PHY 111L . An algebra and trigonometry-based introductory physics course focusing on topics such as kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy, and momentum.
  
  • PHY 111L - General Physics I Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 111 .
  
  • PHY 112 - General Physics II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 111  and PHY 111L . Corequisite(s): PHY 112L . A continuation of PHY 111  focusing on topics such as electricity, magnetism, circuits, and optics.
  
  • PHY 112L - General Physics II Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 112 .
  
  • PHY 190 - Foundations and Frontiers in Physics

    2 hrs.
    The first course for a physics major that surveys the scope and breadth of the discipline of physics; to include historical perspective and good practices for a physicist.
  
  • PHY 201 - General Physics I with Calculus

    4 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 167 . Corequisite(s): PHY 201L .  A rigorous calculus-based  in physics focusing on topics such as kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy, and momentum.
  
  • PHY 201L - General Physics I with Calculus Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 201 .
  
  • PHY 202 - General Physics II with Calculus

    4 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 201  and PHY 201L . Corequisite(s): PHY 202L . A continuation of PHY 201  focusing on topics such as thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, circuits, and optics.
  
  • PHY 202L - General Physics II with Calculus Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 202 .
  
  • PHY 327 - Electronics I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 112  or PHY 202 . Corequisite(s): PHY 327L . Fundamentals of vacuum and semiconductor devices with applications to scientific instrumentation.
  
  • PHY 327L - Electronics I Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 327 .
  
  • PHY 328 - Electronics II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 327 . Corequisite(s): PHY 328L . A continuation of PHY 327 .
  
  • PHY 328L - Electronics II Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 328 .
  
  • PHY 332 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 202  and PHY 362 . Temperature, thermodynamic principles and the application of statistics to classical and quantum systems.
  
  • PHY 341 - Optics

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 112  or PHY 202 . Corequisite(s): PHY 341L . Rays, refractive and reflective surfaces, lens design and the electromagnetic theory of light.
  
  • PHY 341L - Optics Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 341 .
  
  • PHY 350 - Mechanics I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 MAT 169 . Corequisite(s): MAT 280 . Mathematical treatment of the dynamics of particles and rigid bodies.
  
  • PHY 351 - Mechanics II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 350 . A continuation of PHY 350 .
  
  • PHY 361 - Elementary Modern Physics I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 112   or PHY 202 . Survey of atomic particles, radiation and X-rays. Optical spectra.
  
  • PHY 361L - Elementary Modern Physics I Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 361 .
  
  • PHY 362 - Elementary Modern Physics II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 361 . A study of atomic and molecular physics, properties of solids and other applications of quantum mechanics.
  
  • PHY 362L - Elementary Modern Physics II Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): PHY 362 . Develops experimental skills, techniques, writing ability, and student knowledge through performance of experiments in modern physics. Students will design, perform, and disseminate the results of experiments through formal laboratory reports.
  
  • PHY 392 - Physics Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission. Theoretical and experimental problems limited to junior and senior students.
  
  • PHY 421 - Electricity and Magnetism. I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 351 , MAT 285 . Vector analysis, electrostatics, magnetostatics and electromagnetic fields.
  
  • PHY 422 - Electricity and Magnetism II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 421 . A continuation of PHY 421 .
 

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