Curriculum

• 生物化学的核心

• 生物111:普通生物学1
• 4

This general biology course will examine major principles in biology at the molecular, cellular, 有机体水平. 主题包括细胞结构, 代谢过程, genetics, DNA功能和基因组表达, the origin of life and evolutionary principles, biotechnology, 分子生物学. The course emphasizes laboratory techniques, 科学写作, and the application of biological principles toward interpretation of case studies. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 通常每学期提供.

• CHE 221:化学I
• 4

A systematic exploration of fundamental chemical principles including matter, energy, 电磁辐射, atomic structure, periodicity, stoichiometry, chemical bonding, and structure will be examined in this course, including the introduction to the scientific method and epistemology in the context of the interface between the Christian faith and the chemical sciences. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 前提条件:C-或C以上 CHE 101, or a passing score on the Chemistry Placement Exam, or consent of department chair.

• ch222:化学II
• 4

The major topics of this course will include solubility products, 化学热力学, chemical kinetics, 以及定性分析. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 前提条件:C-或C以上 CHE 221.

• 物理211:物理1
• 4

This introductory course will emphasize classical mechanics, wave motion, and thermodynamics. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 前提条件:系主任同意.

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• PHY 221:微积分基础物理1
• 4

This course will study Newtonian mechanics: vectors and scalars, kinematics and dynamics of translational and rotational motion, Newton's laws, speed, velocity, acceleration, force, torque, work, energy, 线动量和角动量, 波动与谐波运动, gravitation, friction, 能量和动量守恒, thermodynamics. 需要付实验室费用. Prerequisite: MTH 271 (concurrent enrollment allowed)或导师同意.

• PHY 212:物理II
• 4

作为 PHY 211, this course will emphasize electricity, magnetism, light, optics, and modern physics. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 前提条件:C-或C以上 PHY 211.

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• PHY 222:微积分基础物理II
• 4

作为 PHY 221, 本课程将涵盖热力学, Maxwell's equations of electricity and magnetism, current, voltage, resistance, inductance, reactance, power, 光学与光学系统, interference, diffraction, polarization, dispersion, and coherence. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或以上 PHY 221 and MTH 272 (concurrent enrollment allowed)或导师同意.

• CHE 321:有机化学I
• 4

This course will examine the fundamental concepts relating to organic compounds with an emphasis on structure, nomenclature, theory, bonding, stereochemistry, 反应机制, and physical and chemical properties of the principle classes of compounds. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 前提条件:C-或C以上 CHE 222.

• CHE 322:有机化学II
• 4

本课程将着重于芳香性, advanced synthesis and 反应机制, kinetics, 有机金属化学, 生物有机化学. 需要付实验室费用. 前提条件:C-或C以上 CHE 321.

• 生物350:分子和细胞生物学
• 4

A study of plant and animal molecular and cellular structures, biochemistry, and function is included in this course with an emphasis on the molecular level of cells, 细胞的新陈代谢, and the structure and function of the major organelles. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或更好的(生物111, BIO 112, CHE 221) and (CHE 222 or SCI 115; or concurrent enrollment)或导师同意. Typically offered annually (fall semester).

• 生物统计学
• 3

This course will introduce statistical analysis concepts and methods necessary for the interpretation of biological data in including a hands-on experience with computational methods and biological interpretation rather than statistical theory. Computer lab time is included in the schedule. 先决条件:C-或更好的生物111 或者导师的同意. Typically offered annually (fall semester).

• CHE 403:生物无机化学
• 3

This course will investigate the roles of metals in biology. Topics will include metals homeostasis in living organisms, metalloenzymes, 医学中的金属, metalloproteins that function in respiration, photosynthesis, 以及电子转账.

• CHE 421:生物化学I
• 4

This course will provide an introduction to the principles of chemistry that govern life systems including topics in pH and buffers, enzymes, amino acids, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and metabolic pathways with exercises emphasizing protein purification and characterization techniques, Plus动力学建模. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或以上 CHE 221 and CHE 222 and CHE 321 and CHE 322 (允许同时入学 CHE 322)或导师同意.

• ch405:化学生物学
• 3

This course will investigate modern topics of chemical biology. Topics will include protein modification, solid phase synthesis of proteins and DNA, 生物分子的化学标签, 仿生结构, 非天然的核酸和蛋白质, 以及药物化学.

• CHE 422:生物化学II
• 3

This course is the second semester of a two-semester general biochemistry course which will be focusing on structural biology and information pathways, 包括氨基酸, proteins, nucleic acids, 基因和染色体, DNA / RNA和蛋白质的新陈代谢. 实验时间包含在课程表中. Prerequisite: CHE 321 and CHE 322 and CHE 421 或者导师的同意.

• SCI 495:研究方法
• 1

This course will introduce basic techniques in laboratory research, 实验设计, 图书馆数据库, 同行评议的文献综述, and quantitative and qualitative analyses. Students will compose a research proposal intended to guide future original student-conducted research. 包括跨学科主题. Prerequisite: Sixteen (16) units of major courses 或者导师的同意. 通常每学期提供.

• SCI 455: History and Philosophy of Science
• 3

This course will introduce the philosophic nature of science with a literary review of philosophic issues associated with the epistemological and historical development of science starting with ancient Greece through today. 交叉列出 HST 455. Prerequisite: CBIO 101 或者导师的同意. 通常在春季学期开设.

• BIO 496:生物学研究
• 2

This course will require students to apply research methods and skills in the field of biology towards the completion of original student-conducted research. This course may require library research, 实地和/或实验室研究, and statistical analysis to be completed under the supervision of a faculty advisor. Independent lab time is included in the schedule. 需要付实验室费用. 需要付实验室费用. 前提条件:C-或C以上 SCI 495或者导师的同意. Course may be taken for a range of units (0.(每学期5-2学分), offered each semester.

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• CHE 496:化学研究
• 2

As a hands-on introduction to chemical research, this course will emphasize research process, skills, 方法包括实验室研究, library research, peer reviewed chemical abstracts and journals, 电子化学数据库, professional journal manuscript style guides, and statistical analysis which will be used in writing research manuscripts and making research presentations. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. Course may be taken for a range of units (0.(每学期5-2学分). 前提条件:C-或C以上 SCI 495.

• BIO 499:毕业论文
• 1

A culmination of original student-conducted scientific research resulting in a formal written report, a public seminar-style oral presentation, 以及公开海报展示. 前提条件:C-或C以上 SCI 495 and 2 units of BIO 496 或者导师的同意; restricted to seniors. 通常每学期提供.

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• ch499:毕业论文
• 1

This course will be a culmination of original student-conducted scientific research resulting in a paper and presentation. 先决条件:C-或以上 CHE 496 and SCI 495; restricted to seniors.

• Electives: Choose a minimum of 16 units from the following courses:
• 16 Units

• 生物112:普通生物学II
• 4

作为bio111的延续, this general biology course examines major principles in biology at the organism, population, 生态系统水平. 主题包括结构, function, 以及动植物的行为, 进化机制, 种群动态, 生态相互作用. The course emphasizes laboratory techniques, 科学写作, and the application of biological principles toward interpretation of case studies. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或更好的生物111 或者导师的同意. Typically offered annually (spring semester).

• BIO 246:人体解剖学和生理学
• 4

First of a two-semester sequence in human anatomy and physiology. 主题包括结构 and function of cells, tissues, 还有肠膜, skeletal, muscular, 神经系统. Introduces common human disease processes.  Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. Laboratory component includes anatomical studies using microscopy and dissection and the study of physiological concepts via experimentation.  实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或更好的生物111 或者导师的同意. 每年提供一次(秋季学期).

• BIO 247: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
• 4

Second of a two-semester sequence in human anatomy and physiology.  主题包括内分泌, cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, 生殖系统. Introduces common human disease processes.  Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintain homeostasis. Laboratory component includes anatomical studies using microscopy and dissection and the study of physiological concepts via experimentation.   实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或以上 BIO 111 and BIO 246 或者导师的同意. 每年提供一次(春季学期).

• 生物308:分子遗传学
• 4

This course will introduce the basic principles of molecular genetics focused on prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene regulation, 重组DNA技术, bioinformatics, and an introduction to Mendelian genetics. The course emphasizes classical laboratory experimentation and molecular techniques. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或更好的生物111, BIO 112, BIO 350, CHE 221, 或经教官同意. Typically offered annually (spring semester).

• 生物351:一般微生物学
• 4

This course will introduce the morphology, physiology, and ecological and medical importance of microorganisms (focusing on viruses, bacteria, molds, and yeasts), with a strong focus on the molecular basis of physiological processes. Laboratory sessions will emphasize the culture, physiology, and identification of the major groups of microbes. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或以上(BIO 101 or BIO 111 or CBIO 101) and (CHE 101 or CHE 221 or SCI 115)或导师同意. Typically offered annually (fall semester).

• 生物371:神经科学
• 4

This course is an introduction to the neurosciences, 包括细胞, systems, cognitive, 计算神经生物学, 以及哺乳动物神经解剖学. Primary neuroscientific literature will be analyzed, and approaches to studying the nervous system will be examined. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. Offered annually (typically fall semester).

• CHE 354:无机化学
• 4

Through a systematic exposition of major trends in structure, bonding, reactivity, and spectroscopy across the periodic table, this course will include main group chemistry, transition metal and coordination chemistry, 镧系和锕系元素化学, 有机金属化学, 生物无机化学, 固态化学, 电子转移过程, 以及酸度的广义概念. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或以上 CHE 222 或者导师的同意.

• ch402:化学研讨会
• 2

This course will take an in-depth look at current topics in chemistry and related fields. Topics will focus on fields such as inorganic chemistry, 物理化学, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. Emphasis will be placed on searching for, reading and evaluating the primary literature. 每个学期的主题都会有所不同. Prerequisites: sixteen (16) units of chemistry; restricted to juniors and seniors.

• CHE 418:分子光谱学
• 4

An advanced exposition of theoretical concepts with experimental aspects of atomic and molecular spectroscopy on electronic absorption, 电子发光, Raman, and infrared spectroscopes within a group theoretical and symmetry-based conceptual framework. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 前提条件:C-或C以上 CHE 431 and CHE 432 (允许同时入学 CHE 432)或导师同意.

• CHE 424:分析化学
• 4

Theory and fundamental techniques of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis via classical and advanced instrumental methods will be the focus of this course. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或以上 CHE 222 或者导师的同意.

• CHE 431:物理化学I
• 4

This course will cover classical thermodynamics: 0th, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd laws, gas laws, 以及气体的分子动力学理论, 依数性, solubility's, equilibria, 相和相变, 和电化学. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 先决条件:C-或以上(CHE 222 and MTH 272) and (PHY 211 or PHY 221) and MTH 373 (允许同时入学 MTH 373)或导师同意. 提供隔年.

• CHE 432:物理化学II
• 4

This course will examine quantum mechanics; atomic and molecular orbital theory; symmetry, atomic, and molecular spectroscopy; statistical thermodynamics; and philosophical/scientific implications of quantum mechanics. 实验时间包含在课程表中. 需要付实验室费用. 前提条件:C-或C以上 CHE 431 或者导师的同意. 提供隔年.

• 271:微积分1
• 4

This course will study differential and integral calculus in one variable through graphical, 数值和符号方法. Limits, continuity, derivatives, and integrals will be studied with algebraic, trigonometric, 指数函数和对数函数, including applications using calculus to solve problems. Prerequisite: A passing score on the Calculus Placement Exam, or consent of the department chair.

• MTH 272:微积分2
• 4

A continuation of MTH 271, this course will include a study of methods of integration, applied to algebraic and transcendental functions. 旋转固体, 定积分和不定积分, 泰勒多项式, 序列与级数, will be studied including applications using calculus to solve problems. 前提条件:C-或C以上 MTH 271 或可接受的AP考试学分.

• 373:微积分III
• 4

作为 MTH 272, this course will include the study of vector calculus, 三维计算, 偏导数, 多重积分, 微分学, and other selected topics in vector calculus. 前提条件:C-或C以上 MTH 272.

• KIN 406:运动生理学
• 4

This course applies the physiological principles to the study of human performance in exercise. 需要付实验室费用. Prerequisites: BIO 246 and BIO 247.