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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 161 (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 162 (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 163 (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 164 (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 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, paleobiology, and nutrient cycling. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIO 161, 162. Corequisite: BIO 225. (alternate years)
BIO 223 (3) Environmental Science
Introduces some of the basic principles of ecology and current environmental issues. Topics include: overpopulation, pollution, renewable and nonrenewable resources, and biodiversity. Designed both for biology majors and non-majors with an interest in environmental issues. Three hours lecture per week. Corequisite: BIO 225.
BIO 225 (1) Ecology Lab
Emphasizes the understanding of some of the basic methods of experimentation, hypothesis testing, and sampling in ecology. Both field and laboratory exercises are included. Use of technology for statistical analysis and environmental testing is an important component. Students will present and listen to reports on papers from relevant ecological journals. Three-hour lab per week. Corequisite: BIO 221 or BIO 223. 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 302 (2) Modern Science and Religious Thought
Theories relevant to the origin of the universe, life, species, and humans are studied with reference to the Genesis account of creation. (on occasion)
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 (1) 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 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)
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 (2) 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) 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 (4) Introductory Chemistry
Introduction to chemistry for non-science majors and pre-nursing majors. Basic theory, principles, and problems of inorganic chemistry are covered, including scientific measurement, atomic structure, bonding and molecular structure, chemical reactions and stoichiometry, equilibrium, acid-base theory, and nuclear chemistry. Satisfies the general education requirement for a physical laboratory science. Prerequisite: completion of MAT 100 is required by the end of the first semester. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour lab per week. Fee.
CHE 112 (4) Chemistry For The Health Sciences
Introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry for pre-nursing and advanced non-science majors. A survey of the structure, nomenclature, and reactions of the major classes of organic compounds are studied, as well as the structures and reactions of the major biological classes of compounds (amino acids, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids). Satisfies the general education requirement for a physical laboratory science. Prerequisite: CHE 111 or equivalent. Three hours lecture and one 3-hour lab per week. Fee.
CHE 121 (4) General College Chemistry
For Chemistry majors and minors, pre‑medical, and medical technology students. Basic theory, principles and problems of inorganic chemistry, covering stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, reactions in solution, properties of gases, liquids and solids, thermodynamics, chemical equilibria, kinetics, electrochemistry, and the descriptive chemistry of main group elements. Includes introduction to organic and nuclear chemistry. This course satisfies the general education requirement for a physical laboratory science. Prerequisite: MAT 100. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour lab per/week. Fee.
CHE 122 (4) General College Chemistry
For Chemistry majors and minors, pre‑medical, and medical technology students. Basic theory, principles and problems of inorganic chemistry, covering stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, reactions in solution, properties of gases, liquids and solids, thermodynamics, chemical equilibria, kinetics, electrochemistry, and the descriptive chemistry of main group elements. Includes introduction to organic and nuclear chemistry. This course satisfies the general education requirement for a physical laboratory science. Prerequisite: MAT 100. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour lab per/week. Fee.
CHE 201 (4) 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 202 (4) 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 341 (1) 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.
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 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.
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 (4) 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 422 (4) 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 SCIENCES COURSES
ESC 202 (4) Earth Science
An examination of planet Earth, including its interior and exterior structure (geology and oceanography), its atmosphere and weather (meteorology), and its place in the heavens (astronomy). This course satisfies the general education requirement for a physical laboratory science. Three hours lecture and one 3-hour lab/week. Fee.
ESC 391 (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 392 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 392 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) MCAT Preparation
Devoted to assisting the premedical student prepare for the MCAT exam and to outlining the procedure for applying to medical school. 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.
PHYSICS COURSES
PHY 201 (4) 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 202 (4) 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 (5) 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 212 (5) 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 351 (3) Mathematical Methods for Physics
A contemporary approach to applied mathematics whose central topics are discrete and continuous mathematics, linear algebra and differential equations. Numerous applications from science and engineering are covered along with the associated algorithms, always stressing a consistent underlying mathematical framework. Equilibrium problems, Fourier techniques, analytical methods, initial‑value problems, network flows and combinatorics, and optimization are possible topics. Prerequisite: CSC 112 or 121, MAT 252, 271.
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 conduction with other departments or as a separate course primarily for Chemistry students.
PHY 400 (1-2) 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.
PHY 421 (4) Chemical Thermodynamics
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)
PHY 422 (4) Quantum Mechanics
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)
PHYSICAL SCIENCE COURSES
PSC 151 (3) Physical Science (Physics Emphasis)
An introductory physical science course with an emphasis on physics. Topics covered include motion, gravity, heat, electricity, magnetism, waves, optics, atomic structure, and radioactivity. This course satisfies the general education requirement for a physical laboratory science. Prerequisite: MAT 100. Two hours lecture and one 3-hour lab/week. Fee.