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LSUA 1001 - Seminar for Academic Success
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
LSUA 1001 is a recommended course for incoming students and transfer students with fewer than 30 earned credit hours. Through active learning, and with the assistance of faculty and peer mentors, first year students will “connect” with the LSUA community, gain a better understanding of what it takes to be a successful college student, and adopt strategies that facilitate achievement of academic goals.
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LSUA 3001 - Academic Leadership
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Laboratory Hours: 6
LSUA 3001 is designed for upper level students interested in developing and practicing important leadership skills. Students will serve as peer mentors to provide support for a section of LSUA 1001 , Seminar for Academic Success. Course seminar topics include teaching/learning theory, role of a peer mentor, and effective mentoring skills, as well as the subject matter of the LSUA 1001 sections. Participants will be paired with a faculty mentor to co-facilitate a section of LSUA 1001 .
Prerequisite(s): approved application.
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LSUA 4001 - Academic Leadership II
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 9
Designed for upper level students interested in continuing their development and participation as academic leaders. Students will serve as leaders for peer mentors and will be paired with faculty mentors to co-facilitate the LSUA Experience. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): LSUA 3001 and approved application.
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Accounting |
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ACCT 2001 - Financial Accounting
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CACC 2113]
Financial accounting with emphasis on knowledge required for completion of the accounting cycle, including income measurement and financial statement preparation; accounting for current and plant assets, current and long-term liabilities, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1021 and a grade of “C” or higher or enrollment in BUSN 1001 .
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ACCT 2101 - Managerial Accounting
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CACC 2213]
Principles and methods of accounting primarily concerned with data gathering and presentation for purposes of internal management evaluation and decision making. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 2001 .
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ACCT 3020 - Intermediate Accounting I
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Accounting concepts and principles underlying the preparation of financial statements; their application in the measurement and reporting of selected balance sheet items and related revenue and expense recognition. Offered FA.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 2001 and ACCT 2101 .
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ACCT 3021 - Intermediate Accounting II
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Continuation of ACCT 3020 . Accounting for liabilities, income taxes, pensions, leases, stockholders’ equity, earning per share, accounting changes and corrections of errors, and income and balance sheet presentations. Offered SP.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 3020 .
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ACCT 3121 - Cost Accounting
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CACC 3113]
Nature, objectives, basic systems, and procedure of cost accounting and control for manufacturing firms; cost-volume-profit relationships; standard costs and variance analysis; direct costing; relevant costs; activitybased costing. Offered FA.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 2101 .
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ACCT 3122 - Accounting Information Systems
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Analysis and design of standard accounting systems; emphasis on computerized systems and internal control issues. Offered SP.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 2101 and CMIS 1150 .
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ACCT 3221 - Tax Accounting I
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CACC 3213]
Fundamentals of federal income taxation with respect to individuals and other entities, income inclusions and exclusions, and statutory deductions in arriving at tax liability. Offered FA.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 2001 .
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ACCT 4022 - Advanced Accounting
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Completion of the core financial accounting sequence: business combinations; consolidated financial statement; segment reporting; foreign operations; and Securities and Exchange Commission procedures. Offered FA.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 3021 .
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ACCT 4100 - Financial Reporting and Analysis
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
A user‐oriented approach to the study of financial statements with an emphasis on for‐profit public companies. Topics include the role of the income statement, balance sheet, statement of cash flows, footnotes and the annual report in the financial reporting and analysis process. Offered FA
Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 3020
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ACCT 4123 - Auditing
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CACC 3313]
Theoretical and practical development of the independent audit function; generally accepted auditing standards; the Sarbanes-Oxley Act; collection and evaluation of audit evidence; understanding internal control; risk assessment; transaction cycles; and reporting. Offered SP.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 3020 .
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ACCT 4221 - Tax Accounting II
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CACC 3223]
Fundamentals of federal income taxation, with respect to partnerships, corporations, and shareholders. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 3221 .
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ACCT 4421 - Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Accounting, budgeting, fiscal processes, and financial records of local, state, and federal governmental bodies and of private nonprofit institutions. Offered SP.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in ACCT 3020 .
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ACCT 4999 - Advanced Selected Topics in Accounting
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Course will examine topics of significance in accounting and increase students’ understanding of relevant accounting issues. Course content and subject varies; may be repeated for credit when topics change. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 4123 or permission of instructor.
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Agriculture |
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AGRI 1003 - Introduction to Agricultural Business
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Nature and scope of agribusiness. Application of management and marketing concepts to selected agribusiness problems. Exploring agribusiness as a profession. Offered FA even years.
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AGRI 2050 - General Horticulture
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Science and art of modern horticultural plant production, including plant anatomy, growth, propagation, nutrition, and pest management; review of the horticulture industry including fruit, vegetable, and ornamental crop production. Offered FA even years.
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AGRI 2051 - Soil Science
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Properties of soils related to plant growth and the environment. Offered SP odd years.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1202 and CHEM 1302 .
Corequisite(s): AGRI 2061 . Principles of soil science.
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AGRI 2061 - Soil Science Laboratory
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 2
Principles of soil science. Properties of soils related to plant growth and the environment. Offered SP odd years.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1202 and CHEM 1302 .
Corequisite(s): AGRI 2051 . Laboratory to support AGRI 2051 .
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AGRI 4000 - General Plant Pathology
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Nature and causes of plant diseases; relationship of environment and host-parasite interactions in the development of diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, viruses, mycoplasma-like organisms, and nematodes; abiotic stresses; strategies and tactics for disease management; and diseases affecting Louisiana crops. Offered FA odd years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 and BIOL 2051 .
Corequisite(s): AGRI 4010 .
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AGRI 4006 - Fundamentals of Applied Entomology
Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 0
Principles and methods of natural, cultural, and chemical controls. Recognition of selected pest species and their injury to field crops. Theory and practice of pest population management, and biological and ecological bases for insect control with an introductory reference to interdisciplinary aspects of pest management. Offered SP even years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3001 .
Corequisite(s): AGRI 4016 .
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AGRI 4010 - General Plant Pathology Laboratory
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 3
Nature and causes of plant diseases; relationship of environment and host-parasite interactions in the development of diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, viruses, mycoplasma-like organisms, and nematodes; abiotic stresses; strategies and tactics for disease management; and diseases affecting Louisiana crops. Offered FA odd years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 and BIOL 2051 .
Corequisite(s): AGRI 4000 . Laboratory to support AGRI 4000 .
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AGRI 4016 - Fundamentals of Applied Entomology Laboratory
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 3
Principles and methods of natural, cultural, and chemical controls. Recognition of selected pest species and their injury to field crops. Theory and practice of pest population management, and biological and ecological bases for insect control with an introductory reference to interdisciplinary aspects of pest management. Offered SP even years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3001 .
Corequisite(s): AGRI 4006 . Laboratory to support AGRI 4006 .
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AGRI 4070 - Weed Science and the Environment
Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 0
Weed biology and the economic importance of weeds in the diverse agriculture of Louisiana. Weed management programs; characteristics of important herbicides; mechanisms of herbicidal action; fate of herbicides in the environment. Offered FA odd years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 , BIOL 1202 and CHEM 1201 , CHEM 1202 .
Corequisite(s): AGRI 4080 .
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AGRI 4080 - Weed Science and the Environment Laboratory
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 3
Pesticide formulations, labels, and safety; weed identification; herbicide application technology; and introduction and use of Louisiana Weed Management Guide. Offered FA odd years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 , BIOL 1202 and CHEM 1201 , CHEM 1202 .
Corequisite(s): AGRI 4070 . Laboratory course to support AGRI 4070 .
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Anthropology |
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ANTH 1001 - General Anthropology
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CATR 1013]
Origin and evolution of man, the modern races, prehistory of mankind, and linguistic classification. Offered SP.
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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ANTH 1003 - Culture Growth
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CATR 2013]
Nature of culture; social organization; primitive religion, magic, and arts. Offered FA.
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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ANTH 2030 - Anthropology Study Tour (Travel Course)
Credits: 3
Selected sites and selected topics. Travels, lectures, readings, and reports. This course may be used as an elective credit only and may be repeated for a maximum of six hours of credit when sites and topics change. Offered as needed.
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ANTH 2997 - Selected Topics in Anthropology
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
May be taken for a maximum of six hours of credit when topics vary. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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ANTH 4003 - Early Cultures of South and MesoAmerica
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Introduction to the major early cultures of South and MesoAmerica. The course first looks at the earliest occupants of Mexico, Central America, and South America and their development from archaic cultures into farming societies. Then the focus shifts to the social, political, economic, religious, and architectural foundations of the major civilizations, including the Olmec, Maya, Toltec, Mixtec, Aztec, and Inca. Offered as needed.
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ANTH 4004 - North American Indians
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
The origin, distribution, language, and culture of the aboriginal peoples of the North American continent. Offered as needed.
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ANTH 4081 - Evolution of Man and Culture
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
The biological and cultural evolution of the human species. Offered as needed.
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ANTH 4997 - Advanced Selected Topics in Anthropology
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
May be taken for a maximum of six hours of credit when topics vary. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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Biology |
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BIOL 1000 - Orientation to Biological Sciences
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Laboratory Hours: 0
This course will introduce the student to university life and the Department of Biological Sciences. The expectations, information, and skills necessary to be a successful college student, especially in the biological sciences, will be addressed. Students will begin the process of academic planning, including exploring careers in the biological sciences. Offered FA, SP.
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BIOL 1001 - General Biology I
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CBIO 1013]
An introduction to biological principles including scientific method, basic biochemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism, genetics, and evolution. Students cannot use both this course and BIOL 1201 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): ACT score of 18 or higher in English and 19 or higher in Math.
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BIOL 1002 - General Biology II
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CBIO 1023]
A taxonomic survey of living organisms (bacteria, protists, fungi, plants, and animals) and viruses. Includes study of structure and functions of organs and systems with emphasis on advanced plants and vertebrates. Also covers basic evolutionary and ecological principles and reinforces use of the scientific process. Students cannot use both this course and BIOL 1202 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1001 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BIOL 1003 - General Biology Laboratory I
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 2
Common Course Code [CBIO 1011]
Laboratory exercises to explore biological principles including cell structure and function; cellular metabolism; genetics and heredity; and to illustrate use of the scientific method. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): credit for or enrollment in BIOL 1001 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BIOL 1004 - General Biology Laboratory II
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 2
Common Course Code [CBIO 1021]
Survey of living organisms and their evolution. Introduction to general ecological concepts. Also reinforces use of the scientific process. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): credit for or enrollment in BIOL 1002 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BIOL 1161 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 2
Common Course Code [CBIO 2214]
Topics include scientific method, chemistry, biochemistry, cells, tissues, cellular metabolism, integument, skeleton, muscle and nervous system. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): ACT score of 18 or higher in English and 19 or higher in Math.
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BIOL 1162 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 2
Common Course Code [CBIO 2224]
Continuation of BIOL 1161 . Topics include genetics, blood, cardiovascular, sense organs, lymphatic system, immunology, respiratory system, urinary system, reproduction, endocrinology, and digestive system. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1161 .
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BIOL 1201 - Biology for Science Majors I
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 2
Common Course Code [CBIO 1034]
An introduction to biological principles including the scientific process, cellular structure, cellular metabolism, cellular communication, and genetics. Students cannot use both this course and BIOL 1001 and BIOL 1003 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered FA, SP.
Prerequisite(s): ACT score of 18 or higher in English and 19 or higher in Math.
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BIOL 1202 - Biology for Science Majors II
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 2
Common Course Code [CBIO 1044]
General concepts in ecology, evolution, and the diversity of life, including a survey of living organisms. Also reinforces use of the scientific process. Students cannot use both this course and BIOL 1002 and BIOL 1004 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered FA, SP.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in BIOL 1201 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BIOL 1995 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Only
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 2
Designed only for students who completed the lecture at another institution and transferred the credit to LSUA without having taken the corresponding laboratory. Content matches that of the BIOL 1161 laboratory. Offered as needed
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in lecture course equivalent to BIOL 1161 and permission of Department Chair.
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BIOL 1996 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab Only
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 2
Designed only for students who completed the lecture at another institution and transferred the credit to LSUA without having taken the corresponding laboratory. Content matches that of the BIOL 1162 laboratory. Offered as needed
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in lecture course equivalent to BIOL 1162 and permission of Department Chair.
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BIOL 1997 - Biology for Science Majors I Lab Only
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 2
Designed only for students who completed the lecture at another institution and transferred the credit to LSUA without having taken the corresponding laboratory. Content matches that of the BIOL 1201 laboratory. Offered as needed
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in lecture course equivalent to BIOL 1201 and permission of Department Chair.
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BIOL 1998 - Biology for Science Majors II Lab Only
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 2
Designed only for students who completed the lecture at another institution and transferred the credit to LSUA without having taken the corresponding laboratory. Content matches that of the BIOL 1202 laboratory. Offered as needed
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or higher in lecture course equivalent to BIOL 1202 and permission of Department Chair.
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BIOL 1999 - Topics in Biology
Credits: 1-4
Lecture Hours: 0-3
Laboratory Hours: 0-3
Study of a specific topic in the biological sciences. Topics offered will be determined by the needs of students and the availability of faculty. May be repeated for credit once if topics change. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor or department chair.
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BIOL 2016 - Rainforest Ecology (Travel Course)
Credits: 3
An introduction to the moist lowland forest of the American tropics, including the ecological functions that maintain the ecosystem, biological diversity, adaptations and interrelationships of species, threats to the ecosystem, and possibilities for management. Course will include pre-trip lectures and a one-week field trip to the rainforest of the Peruvian Amazon. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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BIOL 2030 - Introduction to Environmental Science
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CEVS 1103]
Basic ecological principles related to populations, communities, and ecosystems. The scientific approach to environmental issues and society’s response to these issues are emphasized. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1002 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BIOL 2031 - Principles of Wildlife Management
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
An introduction to basic principles of wildlife ecology and management of population and habitats. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1002 and BIOL 1002 or BIOL 1202 ; or permission of instructor.
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BIOL 2051 - General Microbiology
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 4
Common Course Code [CBIO 2124]
General concepts of microbiology, including microbe structure and function, genetics, metabolism and diversity, host-microbe interactions, pathogens, and immunology. Also reinforces use of the scientific process. Offered FA, SP.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1001 or CHEM 1201 ; and BIOL 1001 , BIOL 1201 , or BIOL 1161 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BIOL 2153 - Genetics
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: Rec. 1
Molecular, Mendelian, and non-Mendelian bases of inheritance. Fundamental laws of heredity applied to all kingdoms. Offered SP
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1202 and CHEM 1201 .
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BIOL 3001 - General Entomology
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
Biology of the insects with emphasis on phylogeny, morphology, taxonomy, life history, ecology, and control. Offered SU odd and FA even years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1202 or permission of instructor.
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BIOL 3040 - Evolution
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CBIOS 3643]
Principles and processes in evolutionary biology. Offered FA.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1202 . BIOL 2153 is recommended.
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BIOL 3090 - Cellular and Molecular Biology
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Living systems at the cellular, subcellular, and molecular levels. Emphasis on molecular control of cellular activity, intermediate metabolism, and energy transformation. Offered FA.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 and BIOL 2153 and CHEM 1202 . BIOL 2051 recommended.
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BIOL 3092 - Molecular Genetics and Cellular Techniques
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Laboratory Hours: 6
Current techniques in molecular genetics, including the isolation, amplification and manipulation of DNA, and genetic engineering of microorganisms. Protein purification and analyses and immunohistochemical assays will also be covered. Offered FA even years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2153 .
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BIOL 3123 - Immunology
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CBIO 4523]
Molecular and cellular basis of innate and acquired immunity. Offered SP even years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2051 or permission of instructor.
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BIOL 3150 - Animal Physiology
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
A systems approach covering operations associated with maintaining homeostasis. Major functional mechanisms of animal systems will be covered with emphasis placed on vertebrate animals. Offered FA odd years and SP even years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1202 and BIOL 3090 ; CHEM 1202 .
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BIOL 3152 - Comparative Anatomy
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
Common Course Code [CBIO 3234]
Structure and function in vertebrates as viewed from an evolutionary perspective. Offered FA even years and SP odd years
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 and BIOL 1202 .
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BIOL 3154 - Developmental Biology
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
Developmental phenomena are approached first by analysis of the molecular and cellular bases of these processes, which are common to the eukaryotes, and secondly by descriptions of selected examples of development, including fungi, protozoa, algae, higher plants, and animals. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3090 .
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BIOL 3160 - Survey of the Plant Kingdom
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
An introduction to the plant kingdom with emphasis on plant cell structure, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, reproduction, heredity, and the evolutionary relationships of representative nonvascular and vascular plants. Offered SP
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 and BIOL 1202 .
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BIOL 3161 - Plant Anatomy/Physiology
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
A study of the structure, function, and development of the vegetative and reproductive organs. Also covers the physiology of seed plants. Offered SP odd years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3160 .
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BIOL 3500 - Natural History of the Vertebrates
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 6
Study of the taxonomy, phylogeny, ecology, and life histories of fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Laboratory will emphasize field and laboratory study of representative Louisiana species. Laboratory includes several local field trips to different habitats; some of these may occur outside scheduled class time. In addition, one or two weekend field trips may be scheduled. Offered SP.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 and BIOL 1202 .
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BIOL 3901 - Internship in Biological Sciences
Credits: 1-3
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: min 5 per cr hr
Structured and supervised off-campus work experience in the biological sciences designed to allow the student to apply concepts and skills learned in the classroom in a work environment. The student must work at least 5 hours per week for each hour of academic credit awarded (based on a 15-week semester this equates to 75 work hours per hour of academic credit awarded). The student must also consult regularly with a faculty internship mentor, read pertinent literature as assigned by the mentor, and produce a final report detailing the relevance of the internship to the learning outcomes established for the Bachelor of Science in Biology. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours of credit if the internship experiences change. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least 24 hours of courses in the biological sciences with a grade of “C” or higher and permission of the department chair.
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BIOL 3990 - Biological Research
Credits: 1-3
Individual, supervised research problems. Students will prepare oral and written presentations of their research. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours of credit. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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BIOL 3999 - Topics in Biology
Credits: 3-4
Lecture Hours: 2/3/2018
Laboratory Hours: 0-6
Study of a specific topic in the biological sciences. Topics offered to be determined by recent advances, needs of students, and availability of appropriate faculty. May be repeated for credit. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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BIOL 4000 - Senior Seminar
Credits: 1
A capstone course required of all biological sciences majors. Offered FA, SP.
Prerequisite(s): senior standing required. Should be taken during the last two semesters of the student’s degree program.
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BIOL 4011 - Field Biology Techniques
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 6
Scientific method, experimental design, sampling, statistical analysis of data generated in class, and scientific writing. Common methods used in field studies of plants and animals, including vegetation sampling; basic forest measurements; use of maps, compass, GPS and GIS; radio telemetry; methods of age and sex determination in selected terrestrial vertebrates; methods for population estimation, capture, handling and marking of birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and fish. most labs taught outdoors and in a variety of habitats and udner varies field conditions. Requires lab time outside of scheduled hours. May include weekend field trip. Offered FA odd years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1202 and MATH 2011 or permission of instructor. ENGL 3002 is recommended.
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BIOL 4015 - Conservation Biology
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Application of principles of ecology, evolution, and genetics to conservation. Emphasis on threats to biodiversity and habitats as well as management solutions for these threats. Offered FA even years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 and BIOL 1202 . BIOL 2153 recommended.
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BIOL 4041 - Plant Taxonomy
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 4
A study of the classification of nonvascular and vascular plants of the Southeastern United States with emphasis on plants native to Louisiana. Offered SP even years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3160 .
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BIOL 4104 - Histology
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
Introduction to the study of tissues and the histology of the different organ and systems of the human body. Offered SP odd years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1202 and BIOL 3090 .
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BIOL 4110 - Biochemistry
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CBIO 3403]
Structure and function of biomolecules, properties of enzymes, energy transformations, metabolism, and the regulation of cellular processes and functions. Offered SP odd years.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 3261 or CHEM 3060 .
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BIOL 4154 - Invertebrate Zoology
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
Biology of the invertebrates with emphasis on phylogeny, morphology, life history, and ecology. Offered SP odd years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1202 .
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BIOL 4158 - Endocrinology
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CBIO 4513]
The chemical nature, roles in the regulation of biological processes, and the mechanism of actions of the major hormones of the human endocrine system will be covered. Offered SP even years.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3150 .
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BIOL 4191 - Survey of Virology
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Laboratory Hours: 0
Introduction to virology. Viral structure, transmission, mechanisms of entry into host cells, genome replication, assembly, and release will be covered for major viral taxa. Etiology of viral diseases, viruses of historical significance, vaccines, and antivirals will also be covered. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2051 .
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BIOL 4253 - Principles of Ecology
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
Common Course Code [CECO 4124]
Senior standing required. Should be taken during the last two semesters of the student’s degree program. Study of the principles governing the relationships between living organisms and their environment. Includes structure and functionof ecosystems, communities, and populations, as well as discussion of current ecological problems. Laboratory emphasizes measurement, interpretation, and application of ecological data. Offered SP.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1201 and BIOL 1202 and STAT 2011; or permission of department chair.
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BIOL 4255 - Limnology
Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 3
The study of the structure and function of freshwater systems such as lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams. Physical and chemical properties of freshwater habitats will be explored, along with their biotic composition and their productivity. Water use and the effects of human impact on these habits will also be considered. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2030 or BIOL 1202 , CHEM 1302 , and STAT 2011; or permission of department chair.
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BIOL 4999 - Topics in Biology
Credits: 3-4
Lecture Hours: 2/3/2018
Laboratory Hours: 0-6
Study of a specific topic in the biological sciences. Topics offered to be determined by recent advances, needs of students, and availability of appropriate faculty. May be repeated for credit. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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BLAW 2001 - Legal Environment of Business
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CBUS 2003]
Studies the relationship between American legal institutions and the business world. Overview of the court system, ethics, torts, contracts, consumer protection, anti-trust, employment, and environmental laws. Offered as needed.
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BLAW 3201 - Business Law I
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CBUS 2103]
A survey of general elementary law, contracts, principal and agent, employer and employees, negotiable instruments, partnerships and corporations, bailments, sales, mortgages, torts, insurance, real estate, and bankruptcy. Offered FA, SU.
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BLAW 3202 - Business Law II
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Offered SP.
Prerequisite(s): BLAW 3201 . A survey of general principles of law in the areas of negotiable instruments, creditor/debtor rights, agency, business organization, and Louisiana Commercial Code.
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BLAW 4524 - Employment Law
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
The study of the regulation of employment, with particular emphasis on wrongful discharge, discrimination, evaluation and regulation of job performance, and sexual harassment. Offered SP.
Prerequisite(s): MGMT 3200 .
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BUSN 1001 - Introduction to Business
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CBUS 1103]
A survey course designed to present an overview of the operation of the business firm and acquaint the student with phases of business organizations and operations and guide them in their occupational choice. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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BUSN 4991 - Business Internship
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
This course is open only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. The course is designed to be a structured program of supervised participation in activities of business. Students must work 180 hours during the semester; keep a journal describing their work activities and hours worked; write weekly reports and a final paper describing the learning value of their internship; and participate in group and individual sessions with the instructor. The student must have a grade point average of at least 2.75 on all courses taken from the Department of Business Administration (or equivalent courses taken elsewhere) and make application for the internship in the semester prior to that in which it will be taken. The student’s internship employment must be secured before registering for the class. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): MGMT 3200 , MKTG 3401 , and FINC 3715 ; and permission of instructor.
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BUSN 4995 - Directed Study in Business
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
This course is open only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. A survey of current literature and/or research in an area or areas of specific interest with the business disciplines. Topic(s) of study must be approved by the instructor and the department chair. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): MGMT 3200 , MKTG 3401 , and FINC 3715 ; and permission of instructor.
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BUSN 4999 - Seminar in Business
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Exploration and analysis of selected problems and issues in today’s business environment. Course content necessarily changes each semester as selected issues are discussed. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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CHEM 1001 - Introductory Chemistry for Non-Science Majors I
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CCEM 1003/1103]
Fundamentals of chemistry, covering the basic topics of general, inorganic, organic, nuclear, and biochemistry. Students cannot use both this course and CHEM 1201 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): ACT math score of 19 or higher or a “C” or better in MATH 0092 or MATH 1021 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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CHEM 1002 - Introductory Chemistry for Non-Science Majors II
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CCEM 1113]
A continuation of CHEM 1001 covering the basic topics of organic chemistry and biochemistry. Students cannot use both this course and CHEM 1202 or 2261 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 1001 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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CHEM 1012 - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory for Non-Science Majors
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 3
Common Course Code [CCEM 1101]
A laboratory course covering the fundamentals of inorganic, organic, and biochemical operations and techniques. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 1001 and a grade of “C” or higher or enrollment in CHEM 1002 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry I
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CCEM 1123]
Fundamentals of inorganic chemistry; modern chemical theories and principles; quantitative problem solving; energy; reactions and their applications. Students who plan to pursue curricula which require more than one year of college chemistry must take CHEM 1201 and CHEM 1202 . Students cannot use both this course and CHEM 1001 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in MATH 1021 or MATH 1023 ; or permission of the department.
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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CHEM 1202 - General Chemistry II
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CCEM 1133]
A continuation of CHEM 1201 . Additional theory and quantitative problem solving with emphasis on solution chemistry, equilibrium, kinetics, entropy and free energy. Students cannot use both this course and CHEM 1002 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered FA, SP, SU.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 1201 , and MATH 1021 or MATH 1023 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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CHEM 1301 - General Chemistry Laboratory I
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 3
Common Course Code [CCEM 1121]
A laboratory course in fundamental chemical operations and elementary quantitative techniques. Offered FA, SP.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher or enrollment in CHEM 1201 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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CHEM 1302 - General Chemistry Laboratory II
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 3
Common Course Code [CCEM 1131]
A continuation of CHEM 1301 , focusing on fundamental chemical topics covered in CHEM 1202 and elementary quantitative techniques. Offered FA, SP.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 1201 and CHEM 1301 ; and a grade of “C” or higher or enrollment in CHEM 1202 .
Fulfills General Education Requirements.
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CHEM 2001 - Quantitative Analysis
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Common Course Code [CCEM 2303]
Basic principles and practices of modern methods of analytical chemical techniques. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 1202 and CHEM 1302 .
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CHEM 2002 - Quantitative Analysis Laboratory
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 3
Common Course Code [CCEM 2301]
Experiments in modern methods of analytical chemistry. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 1202 and CHEM 1302 ; and a grade of “C” or higher or enrollment in CHEM 2001 .
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CHEM 2030 - Chemistry Study Tour (Travel Course)
Credits: 3
Travel to selected sites of interest in chemistry; pre-tour lectures; discussions; assigned readings and reports. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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CHEM 2990 - Chemistry Projects
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory Hours: 3
Introduction to the scientific method whereby a student will perform an individual chemistry project with supervision by the instructor. Projects will be research appropriate to the knowledge level of a student having completed the first year of chemistry for majors. Offered as needed.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 1202 and CHEM 1302 and permission of the instructor.
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CHEM 3060 - Organic Chemistry Concepts
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory Hours: 0
Aliphatic and aromatic compounds; functional groups and reactions; biological aspects of organic chemistry. Students cannot use both this course and CHEM 3261 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered SU.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of “C” or higher in CHEM 1202 .
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CHEM 3160 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory Concepts
Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 0
Principles of techniques used in organic chemistry laboratory. Students cannot use both this course and CHEM 3361 to meet a degree’s requirements. Offered SP.
Prerequisite(s): credit for or enrollment in CHEM 3060 or CHEM 3261 .
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