Natural Sciences Courses
BIOLOGY COURSES
BIO 100 (3) Biological Science—Specifically designed, in conjunction with BIO 101, to satisfy the biological lab science general education requirement for non-science majors. Emphasis is placed on the nature, methodology, and limitations of biological scientific investigation, as well as on selected topics relevant to humans, including cell biology, genetics, evolution, and ecology. Corequisite: BIO 101.
BIO 101 (1) Biological Science Lab—In conjunction with BIO 100, satisfies the biological lab science general education requirement for non-science majors. Emphasis is placed on using the methodologies of science for problem solving, and on distinguishing among pure, applied, and technological aspects of biological science. Specific labs highlight concepts presented in BIO 100 and cover cell biology, genetics, evolution, and ecology. Three-hour lab per week. Corequisite: BIO 100. Fee.
BIO 201 (3) General Biology I—First course in a one-year sequence designed to be taken by students majoring or minoring in biology or biochemistry. Included is coverage of cell biology, ecology, genetics, and evolution. Philosophy and methodology of science will also be treated from a Christian point of view. High school biology and chemistry are assumed. BIO 161/163 satisfies the general education requirement for a biological laboratory science. Three hours lecture per week. Corequisite: BIO 163.
BIO 202 (3) General Biology II—Second course in a one-year sequence designed for students majoring or minoring in biology or biochemistry. Emphasizes biological classification and organismal biology, including a survey of plant and animal organ systems. Three hours lecture per week. Corequisite: BIO 164.
BIO 203 (1) General Biology Lab I—In conjunction with BIO 161, satisfies the general education requirement for a biological laboratory science. Emphasis is placed on using the methodologies and tools of science. Developing computer and research report writing skills are integral to the course. Subject matter parallels BIO 161 and includes labs on ecology, cell biology, genetics, and evolution. Three-hour lab per week. Corequisite: BIO 161. Fee.
BIO 204 (1) General Biology Lab II—Includes laboratory exercises that correspond to the content of BIO 162. A variety of laboratory techniques, including microscopic observation, dissection, and computer data analysis will be used to investigate the biological systems of organisms within the five kingdoms of classification. Three-hour lab per week. Corequisite: BIO 162. Fee.
BIO 211 (3) Microbiology—A comprehensive study of the microbial worlds. Bacterial structure, reproduction, and growth are described. Emphasis is placed on microbial-related disease processes, microbial control and identification of common and medically-important bacteria and parasites. Also includes discussion of microbial genetics and virus replication. In conjunction with BIO 213, satisfies the general education requirement for a biological laboratory science. Three hours lecture per week. Corequisite: BIO 213.
BIO 213 (1) Microbiology Lab—Introduces students to the basic microbiological techniques used in the laboratory for the isolation, growth and/or identification of medically important bacteria, fungi and parasites. Special emphasis is placed on identifying "unknown" microbes, utilizing various morphological and biochemical tests. Experimental data is obtained to study the effects of selected physical and chemical factors on bacterial growth. Two 75-minute labs per week. Corequisite: BIO 211. Fee.
BIO 217 (3) Environmental Science--Provides a sound foundation in basic principles and unifying concepts of environmental science. Current environmental issues are also covered, with emphasis on the ecological, economic, and human health impacts of air and water pollution, global climate change, ozone depletion, acid rain, hazardous and solid waste, alternative energy resources, soils, deforestation, overfishing, biodiversity, and endangered species. Intended both for biology majors and non-biology majors. Three hours lecture per week. Corequisite: BIO 219.
BIO 219 (1) Environmental Science Lab--Applies ecological principles to current environmental problems using experimental and statistical analysis techniques. Exercises are carried out in the lab and in the field Topics include energy production, consumption, and conservation, soil, air, and water quality testing, and human impacts on plant and animal populations. Three-hour lab per week. Corequisite: BIO 217. Fee.
BIO 221 (3) Ecology--Presents the theoretical basis for modern ecology: laws of thermodynamics, population dynamics, evolutionary adaptation, the earth's weather machine, physiological ecology, marine ecology, and nutrient cycling. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIO 161/163, BIO 162/164. Corequisite: BIO 225.
BIO 225 (1) Ecology Lab--Provides practical learning experiences in major ecological principles. Exercises are conducted both in the field and the laboratory. Topics include population dynamics, community structure and dynamics, biodiversity, soils, and behavior. Collection and evaluation of data are important components of the course. Three hour lab per week. Corequisite: BIO 221. Fee.
BIO 232 (3) Plant Physiology—Emphasizes how physiological processes in plants can be explained by the laws of physics and chemistry. Special attention given to processes unique to plants (such as photosynthesis) and how physiological processes lead to increased adaptation. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIO 161, 162; chemistry recommended. Corequisite: BIO 234. (alternate years)
BIO 234 (1) Plant Physiology Lab—Emphasis is placed on plant biotechnology. Other focuses include water potential, freezing point depression, seed germination, enzyme activity, and effect of light. Three-hour lab per week. Corequisite: BIO 232. Fee.
BIO 242 (4) Plant Taxonomy—In a world where there is a growing emphasis on environmental biology, it becomes increasingly necessary to know something about the major groups of plants. Plant phylogeny, major plant families, and modern taxonomic methods are emphasized in lectures. In the laboratory, field identification is stressed, with the greatest emphasis being placed on the use of keys for identifying herbaceous flowering plants. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Prerequisite: One course in BIO. Fee. (alternate years)
BIO 252 (3) Nutrition—The basic principles of human nutrition are studied and then applied to the nutritional needs of humans at the various stages of the life cycle. The chemical and physiological approach is emphasized. (alternate years)
BIO 262 (3) Human Physiology—The functions of the human body tissues, organs and organ systems are studied. Specifically designed for pre-nursing, pre-physical therapy, and pre-physician assistant students.
BIO 272 (4) Principles of Plant Botany—Introduction to plant biology. Topics include plant structure and physiology, development, classification, diversity, and the roles plants play in ecological systems. The different ways humans depend on, and impact, plants in our changing world are also discussed. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: BIO 162/164. Fee.
BIO 322 (3) Genetics—A basic knowledge of Mendelian genetics is assumed. Traditional topics such as Mendelian genetics, meiosis, cytogenetics and population genetics are covered. Emphasis is also placed on modern molecular genetics including DNA organization, protein synthesis, gene control and recombinant DNA technology. Prerequisites: BIO 161 and 162. (alternate years)
BIO 331 (3) Human Anatomy—A comprehensive study of mammalian anatomy approached through a detailed examination of the organ systems of the human body. Designed for science majors and required for pre-nursing students.
BIO 333 (1) Human Anatomy Lab—A laboratory approach to the study of mammalian anatomy, including a detailed dissection of Felis domesticus. This lab is a corequisite for BIO 331, except for some pre-nursing students. Three-hour lab per week. Fee.
BIO 341 (2) Ethical Issues—Designed to help the students explore, from a biblical perspective, ethical issues involved in the practice and application of science. Prerequisite: Sophomore status.
BIO 352 (4) Physiology—First half focuses upon the cellular and ionic basis of nerve and muscle function followed by a detailed examination of the physiology of the heart and circulation. The remaining organ systems are each examined briefly in the second half with the major emphasis being the study of higher nervous function. Seeks to develop the student's conceptual and quantitative skills and to prepare the student to understand the nature and potential consequences of common diseases. Prerequisites: One year chemistry and physics; one semester calculus recommended, but not required. Three hours of lecture and three hours lab per week. Fee.
BIO 361 (3) Histology—The microscopic study of basic animal tissue, including structural and functional relationships on the organ level. Two hours of lecture, 3 hours lab per week. Prerequisite: BIO 161. Fee. (on occasion)
BIO 372 (4) Cell and Molecular Biology—An introduction to the regulation of cellular structure and function at the molecular level with an emphasis on the study of enzymes and nucleic acids. Three hours of lecture and three hours lab per week. Prerequisites: BIO 161, 162, CHE 121, 122, 201, and 202. (CHE 202 may be taken as a corequisite). Fee.
BIO 379 (3) Immunology—An introduction to the biology and chemistry of the immune system. Includes discussion of antigen/antibody reactions, antibody synthesis, humoral and cell‑mediated immunity, tolerance, the role of the immune system in disease related processes, and immuno-assay procedures. Includes several laboratory exercises. (alternate years)
BIO 380 (3) Scientific and Medical Terminology—Designed to provide science and preprofessional health majors with a basic knowledge of the linguistic principles inherent in the specialized vocabulary of medical science.
BIO 391 (1-3) Independent Study—Offered by consent by supervising instructor in the biology department. A topic is established by negotiations with the instructor. A student may not take more than 6 hours. Contract.
BIO 393 (1-4) Seminar—Discussion of selected topics. May be offered in conjunction with other departments or as a separate course primarily for biology students. (on occasion)
BIO 399 (1) Introduction to Biological Research—A practical experience which introduces the student to the methods of biological research and writing. The topic for an independent research project (for BIO 400) is chosen; a literature search is initiated; and essential laboratory techniques pertinent to the project are mastered. Prerequisite: Junior standing and a minimum of 12 hours each of biology and chemistry.
BIO 400 (1-2) Senior Research in Biology—Required of all biology majors. Students will, under faculty supervision, independently design and carry to completion an independent, scientific research project of a biological nature. A senior research paper must be written at the completion of the project. Students must earn a total of at least 2 credits but may take 1 credit per semester in their senior year. Prerequisite: Senior standing and completion of BIO 399. Contract
BIO 475 (1) Senior Seminar—Designed to provide practical experience in the oral presentation of a scientific paper. Students will prepare and present a seminar on their research projects (BIO 400). Prerequisites: Senior standing and BIO 400.
CHEMISTRY COURSES
CHE 111 (3) Introductory Chemistry*
CHE 115 (3) Chemistry For The Health Sciences**
Basic concepts of general, organic, and biological chemistry for *non-science majors or **pre-nursing students. Topics include electronic structure of atoms and molecules, periodicity of the elements, stoichiometry, states of matter, kinetics, equilibria, acids and bases, organic functional groups, stereochemistry, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and enzymes. CHE 111/113 or CHE 115/117 satisfies the general education requirement for a laboratory science. Prerequisite: ACT/SAT Math score of 19/460 or MAT 100. Three hours lecture per week. Corequisite: CHE113 or CHE 117
*Non-science majors register for CHE111
**Pre-nursing students register for CHE 115
CHE 113 (1) Introductory Chemistry Lab*
CHE 117 (1) Chemistry for Health Sciences Lab**
Laboratory experience designed to complement CHE 111 or CHE 115. The laboratory exercises will highlight concepts presented in CHE 111 and CHE 115 and are designed to promote the development of laboratory and problem solving skills.
One 3-hour lab per week. Fee.
*Non-science majors register for CHE 113
**Pre-nursing students register for CHE 117
CHE 121 (3) General College Chemistry I—For science and pre-medical students. An introduction to theory, principles and problem solving in inorganic chemistry. Topics include molecular structure, classification of reactions, stoichiometry, gases, thermochemistry and quantum mechanics. CHE 121/123 satisfies the general education requirement for a laboratory science. Three hours lecture per week. Corequisite: CHE 123.
CHE 123 (1) General College Chemistry Lab I—Laboratory experience designed to complement CHE 121. Reinforces concepts and problem solving skills presented in lecture. In addition, students will analyze data, draw conclusions, and present results in formal written reports. One three-hour lab per week. Corequisite: CHE 121. Fee.
CHE 122 (3) General College Chemistry II—For science and pre-medical students. A continuation of introductory chemistry. Topics include molecular and intermolecular bonding, rates of reactions, equilibrium, acid-base theory, thermodynamics and electrochemistry. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: CHE 121/123 or equivalent. Corequisite: CHE 124.
CHE 124 (1) General College Chemistry Lab II — Laboratory experience designed to complement CHE 122. Reinforces concepts and problem solving skills presented in lecture. In addition, students will analyze data, draw conclusions, and present results in formal written reports. One three-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: CHE 121/123 or equivalent. Corequisite: CHE 122. Fee.
CHE 201, 202 (4 each) Organic Chemistry—An introduction to the study of organic compounds. The structure, nomenclature, synthesis and reactions of the major classes or organic compounds are studied, along with the major themes of reaction mechanisms and spectroscopic methods of identification. This course satisfies the general education requirement for a physical laboratory science. Prerequisite: CHE 122 or permission. Three hours lecture and 3-hour lab/week. Fee.
CHE 321 (4) Analytical Chemistry—Basic principles, theory, and practice of quantitative analysis, including standard, traditional methods of analysis and instrumental methods of analysis. Three hours of lecture and one 4-hour lab/week. Prerequisite: CHE 122. Fee.
CHE 322 (3) Chemical Instrumentation—Modern theory and techniques of instrumental analysis, covering potentiometry, spectroscopy and chromatography. Two hours of lecture and one 3-hour lab/week. Prerequisite: CHE 321 or permission. Fee. (alternate years)
CHE 371 (4) Biochemistry—An introduction to cellular chemistry. Includes protein structure and enzyme function, carbohydrate, lipid and amino acid metabolism, nucleic acid synthesis and function and genetic engineering. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: CHE 202 or permission. Fee. (alternate years)
CHE 382 (3) Inorganic Chemistry—Covers the following areas: 1. Theories of chemical bonding, including molecular orbital theory. 2. Symmetry and group theory, and its application to bonding. 3. Advanced topics in acid-base chemistry. 4. Survey of main group chemistry. 5. Coordination chemistry of the transition metals, including structures, bonding, spectra, and reaction mechanisms. 6. Organometallic chemistry. 7. Bioinorganic chemistry. Prerequisites: CHE 121, 122, 201, 202. (alternate years)
CHE 391 (1-3) Independent Study—Offered by consent by supervising instructor in the Chemistry Department. A topic is established by negotiations with the instructor. A student may not take more than 6 hours. Contract.
CHE 393 (1) Seminar—Discussion of selected topics. May be offered in conduction with other departments or as a separate course primarily for Chemistry students.
CHE 399 (1) Introduction to Chemical Research—A practical experience which introduces the student to the methods of chemical research and writing. The topic for an independent research project (CHE 400) is chosen and the literature search is initiated. Prerequisite: Junior standing and a minimum of 12 hours of chemistry.
CHE 400 (1-2) Senior Research in Chemistry—Required of all chemistry majors. Biochemistry majors take BIO 400 or CHE 400. Students will, under faculty supervision, design and carry to completion an independent scientific research project of a chemical nature. A senior research paper must be written at the completion of the project. Students must earn a total of 2 credits but may take 1 credit per semester in their senior year. Prerequisite: Senior standing and completion of CHE 399. Contract.
CHE 421, 422 (4 each) Physical Chemistry—The first course (421) focuses on chemical thermodynamics and includes the study of gas behavior, the laws of thermodynamics, enthalpy, entropy, free energy, phase and chemical equilibria. The second course (422) covers quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, and chemical kinetics. Two hours of lecture, one hour of problem solving, and one 3-hour lab/week. Prerequisite or corequisite: PHY 201, 202 or 211, 212; MAT 181 (also MAT 182 for CHE 422). Fee. (alternate years for CHE 422)
CHE 435 (3) Internship—A summer undergraduate research experience of at least 6 weeks culminating in a paper on the research. The research may take place at Asbury or at another institution. Contract.
CHE 475 (1) Senior Seminar—Designed to provide practical experience in the oral presentation of a scientific paper. Students will prepare and present a seminar on their research projects (CHE 400). Prerequisites: CHE 400 and senior standing.
EARTH SCIENCE COURSES
ESC 150 (3) Earth Science—An examination of planet Earth, including its place in space (astronomy). Topics include the rock cycle, tectonics, geologic time, oceanography, meteorology, formation of the solar system, and the life of stars. ESC 150/151 satisfies the general education requirement for a laboratory science. Three hours lecture per week. Corequisite: ESC 151.
ESC 151 (1) Earth Science Lab—Laboratory experience designed to complement ESC 150. Reinforces concepts presented in lecture. Students receive hands-on experience with instruments, maps, minerals, rocks and fossils. One three-hour lab per week. Corequisite: ESC 150. Fee.
ESC 290 (2) Rocky Mountain Experience—Field course in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of Colorado. A seven day backpacking trip showcases landforms shaped by wind, water and glaciers. Past and present tectonic forces are evident. Environments from desert to tundra are also observed. Park management and outdoor living skills also emphasized. Conducted during the second and third weeks of May. May be substitued for ESC 151, Earth Science Lab, to meet the laboratory component of the sciences general education requirement. Fee.
ESC 391A (2) Directed Study in Geology—This course extends, and develops in detail, the concepts introduced in ESC 202. Topics include mineral and rock cycles, landforms, glacial and volcanic activity, plate tectonics, earth history, and climatology. Prerequisites: ESC 202 and permission of instructor.
ESC 391B (2) Directed Study in Astronomy—This course extends, and develops in detail, the concepts introduced in ESC 202. Topics include constellations and major stars, orbital motion, objects in the solar system, spectroscopy, the structure and classification of stars, galaxies, and cosmology. Prerequisites: ESC 202 and permission of instructor.
HEALTH PROFESSIONS COURSES
PHP 209 (1) Introduction to the Health Professions—An introduction to the various health care professions and topics of current interest in health care using a seminar format. Half the course focuses on situational biomedical ethics. Credit/No credit. Prerequisites: sophomore standing or pre‑registration with Health Professions Advisor. (on occasion)
PHP 302 (1-2) Medical Admission Exams Preparation—Devoted to preparing pre-medical, pre-dental, and pre-pharmacy students for the MCAT, DAT, and PCAT exams. Credit/No Credit.
PHP 435 (1) Internship—Spending a minimum of forty hours with one of the health care professions provides an opportunity for the student to observe one of the health‑care professions first hand. The student is responsible for the initial contact with the professional with whom he or she wishes to work. Credit/No credit. Contract.
PHYSICS COURSES
PHY 201, 202 (4 each) Introductory Physics—An introductory course in physics designed for Chemistry and Biology majors. Concepts from calculus will be used to explain various equations. Topics covered include mechanics of solids and fluids, heat, wave motion, electricity, magnetism and modern physics. This course satisfies the general education requirement for a physical laboratory science. Prerequisite: MAT 181 or MAT 132 or equivalent. Three hours lecture and one 3-hour lab/week. Fee.
PHY 211, 212 (5 each) General Physics—A calculus-based introductory course in physics designed for mathematics and engineering majors. Topics covered include mechanics of solids and fluids, heat, wave motion, electricity, magnetism and modern physics. This course satisfies the general education requirement for a physical laboratory science. Prerequisite: MAT 181, 182. Three hours lecture, one and one-half hours recitation, and one 3-hour lab/week. Fee. (alternate years)
PHY 311 (3) Modern Physics—This course covers the quantum mechanics of simple systems, atoms, and molecules; and atomic and molecular spectroscopy, including electronic, vibrational, and rotational spectroscopy. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour lab per week. The course runs for 2/3 to 3/4 of the semester and is intended to be followed by PHY 314. Prerequisite: PHY 211 and 212; MAT 181 and 182. Fee. Alternate years.
PHY 314 (1) Relativity—This course studies the foundations of special relativity. It emphasizes problem solving as a means to give students an understanding and an intuition of space-time. In addition, the course presents a modest introduction to General Relativity. Because of the importance of differential geometry in modern theories of dynamics, it includes the basics of differential forms and their application to electricity and magnetism.
PHY 382 (3) Analytical Vector Mechanics —Vector treatment of the statics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies including Lagrangian mechanics. Prerequisites: MAT 252; PHY 211, 212 (alternate years)
PHY 393 (1) Seminar-Discussion of selected topics. May be offered in conjunction with other departments or as a separate course. (on occasion)
PHY 400 (1-2 hours) Special Problems in Physics—Independent research in student's preferred area of physics. Prerequisites: 6 hours or more of upper division physics. Not more than 6 hours may apply toward graduation. Fee.
Bulletin 2011-2012 Revised 8/26/2011
