USCA Bulletin

College of Sciences

Mission Statement
Ruth Patrick Science Education Center
Department of Biology and Geology
Department of Chemistry and Physics
Department Of Mathematical Sciences
Department Of Psychology
Pre-Professional Programs

Edward J. Callen, Coordinator of the College Council

The College of Sciences consists of the Department of Biology and Geology; the Department of Chemistry and Physics; the Department of Mathematical Sciences; the Department of Psychology, and the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center. The College offers the Bachelor of Science degree with majors in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Computer Science, and Psychology and the Bachelor of Arts degrees in Biology and Psychology. The College also offers a Master of Science degree in Applied Clinical Psychology. The Ruth Patrick Science Education Center offers practicing teachers instruction ranging from one-hour workshops through formal graduate level (Graduate Regional Studies) instruction.

Two- and three-year curricula in most scientific fields including allied health sciences, engineering, geology and physics/astronomy are available. These two-and three-year curricula are coordinated with institutions of higher education such as USC Columbia, the Medical University of South Carolina, Clemson University, the College of Charleston, and the Medical College of Georgia where the student transfers to finish a baccalaureate degree.

The College offers full pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy and pre-veterinary science curricula. One or more years in other pre-professional programs such as forestry, plant science and agronomy also are available through the College.

College of Sciences Mission Statement

The mission of the USC Aiken College of Sciences is to create and communicate scientific knowledge, serve as a community resource, and provide instruction and programs that offer students opportunities to learn the history, principles, theories, and concepts of the sciences through its teaching, scholarly activity, and service.

To that end, the College strives to:

• Provide general education experiences in the natural sciences, mathematical sciences, and psychology.

• Provide current and responsive curricula in specialized programs of study leading to baccalaureate degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematical Sciences, and Psychology; to a Master of Science degree in Applied Clinical Psychology; and to non-degree programs in Engineering, Geology, Physics, Allied Health, and Pharmacy.

• Provide classroom, laboratory, and other experiences aimed at learning, practicing, and communicating the sciences.

• Provide students with academic experiences utilizing appropriate facilities, equipment, instrumentation, supplies, and information technology.

• Continue the professional development of its faculty.

Ruth Patrick Science Education Center

Interim Director
Gary J. Senn (Science Education/Biology, Ph.D., Florida Institute of Technology, 1992

Mission Statement
The Ruth Patrick Science Education Center (RPSEC) is a cooperative effort between the University of South Carolina Aiken, business, industry, the South Carolina Department of Education, and schools in the Central Savannah River Area of South Carolina and Georgia. The RPSEC challenges the present and inspires the future to effect systemic change in science, mathematics, technology, and environmental education. Its hands-on approach to teaching endeavors to help people experience the beauty, the order, and the power of science and mathematics, as well as the interest and fun of discovery.

In order to promote lifelong learning and empower individuals to make informed decisions, the RPSEC provides services to students, educators, and the public. The RPSEC staff uses research-based methods and materials, models effective instruction, and influences the quality of science and mathematics education for students, teachers, and the public.

Services
The Center offers educational institutes, courses and workshops for K-12 teachers that are designed both to enhance their knowledge of math, science and technology and to sharpen their teaching skills. Programs are also offered for K-12 students and their families to encourage greater interest in science and mathematics. The Center emphasizes innovative, hands-on approaches that are intended to excite and encourage students and teachers as they learn the content. The Center draws upon the expertise of professional educators, engineers and scientists from colleges, industries, and schools throughout the Central Savannah River Area to provide its services. Services are delivered through the following units of the Center:

Center of Excellence in Educational Technology (CEET) and the Dupont Planetarium
Director Gary J. Senn (Science Education/Biology), Ph.D., Florida Institute of Technology, 1992

CSRA Mathematics and Science Regional Center
Director Gloria W. Allen (Mathematics), M.Ed., University of South Carolina, 1982

Allendale Professional Development School
Director Gwendolyn B. Johnson (Mathematics), M.Ed., University of South Carolina, 1982

Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP)
Co-Directors Gwen Johnson and Gloria W. Allen

Natural Resources Science, Mathematics and Engineering Education Program (NRSMEEP)
Director Jody Childs (Natural Sciences) IMA, University of South Carolina, 1996

RPSEC Hands-on Student Programs
Coordinator Elisabeth Schussler (Plant Biology) Ph.D., Louisiana State University, 1997

Traveling Science and Mathematics Demonstrations Program (TSMDP)
Director John Hutchens (Community and Occupational Programs in Education) M.Ed, University of South Carolina, 2001

Department of Biology and Geology

William H. Jackson, Jr., Department Chair

Professors
Allen J. Dennis (Geology), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1989, SCANA Chair in Physical Sciences
Hugh G. Hanlin (Zoology), Ph.D., Oregon State University, 1980
William A. Pirkle (Geology), Ph.D., University of North Carolina, 1972
Jeffrey M. Priest (Zoology/Wildlife Ecology), Ph.D., Southern Illinois University, 1986
Harry E. Shealy, Jr. (Botany), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1972

Associate Professors
Garriet W. Smith (Microbiology), Ph.D., Clemson University, 1981
James R. Yates (Molecular Genetics), Ph.D., State University of New York at Albany, 1988

Assistant Professors
Heather Bennett (Invertebrate Zoology), Ph.D., University of Rhode Island, 2000
Andrew R. Dyer, (Plant Ecology), Ph.D., University of California, Davis, 1996
S. Michele Harmon, (Biology), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 2003
William H. Jackson, Jr., (Immunology), Ph.D., Medical College of Georgia, 1995

Senior Instructor
Karin A. Willoughby (Geology), M.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1975

Lecturers
Randolph J. Cumbest (Geology), Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1988
Gene W. Eidson (Toxicology), Ph.D., Clemson University, 1989
Donald W. Imm (Botany), Ph.D., University of Georgia, 1990
Norris L. O’Dell (Biology), Ph.D., Medical College of Georgia, 1972, D.M.D., Medical College of Georgia, 1975
Durward B. Pridgen (Anatomy), M.D., Bowman Gray School of Medicine, Wake Forest University, 1969
Frank H. Syms (Geology), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 2002
Robert Van Pelt (Geology), Ph.D., City University of New York, 1990
Lynn D. Wike (Aquatic Biology), Ph.D., University of Illinois, 1987
Douglas E. Wyatt (Geology), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1995

Distinguished Professors Emeriti
John D. Spooner (Entomology), Ph.D., University of Florida, 1964
John B. Westbrook (Zoology), Ph.D., University of Georgia 1972

Department Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Biology and Geology is to offer the highest quality learning experiences to both majors and non-majors. To that end, the curriculum contains both general education courses and coursework that prepares students for graduate school, professional school, or employment. We offer a Bachelor of Science degree and a Bachelor of Arts degree, both with a major in Biology, a minor in Biology, a minor in Geology, and three years of Geology curriculum transferable to other undergraduate institutions. Both Biology and Geology also offer concentrations in a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree.

Department Goals
Students of Biology and Geology at USCA are provided the opportunity to understand concepts, conduct research, communicate ideas, and accept responsibilities in a scientific setting. Majors and non-majors study the history, laws, principles, and theories of Biological and/or Geological sciences. By graduation, students of Biology and Geology will have:

1. Worked productively within a group setting.

2. Used the scientific process to conduct and communicate research of scientific concepts in both oral and written format.

3. Discussed the history, principles, theories, and laws of Biological and/or Geological sciences.

4. Performed laboratory and/or field exercises.

Assessment
We use several methods to assess progress toward achieving our goals:

1. course embedded activities that require students to demonstrate their levels of learning, skills, and communication;

2. independent study courses and, for Biology majors, a senior research project wherein students organize, analyze, and interpret information, make decisions, and do other activities necessary to initiate and complete an independent scientific investigation culminating in written and oral reports;

3. a portfolio comprising written reports, lab notebooks, and other relevant materials;

4. a senior major field achievement test in Biology;

5. a senior exit interview; and

6. an alumni survey.

Biology
The Biology Program offers students the opportunity to learn concepts, conduct research, communicate ideas, and accept responsibilities in a scientific setting. Biology majors and non-majors study the history, laws, principles, and theories of the biological sciences. By the time of graduation, Biology majors will have:

1. Worked productively within a group setting, recognizing the roles of leader and group member.

2. Used the scientific process to conduct and communicate research of biological concepts in both oral and written format.

3. Discussed the history, principles, theories, and laws of biological sciences.

4. Performed common biological laboratory and field exercises with minimal assistance from faculty.

5. Performed analytical procedures using scientific instruments with computer interface.

6. Analyzed data obtained from experiments or scientific journals for their significance and relevance to the field of Biology.

More information about the Biology Program’s mission, goals, faculty research interests, student research opportunities, employment opportunities, and advisement is presented in the Department of Biology and Geology Student Handbook available from faculty advisors or the Department Office. Also see our home page on the World Wide Web at www.usca.edu/biogeo

Research and Teaching Facilities
The Department of Biology and Geology is housed in a modern, well-equipped building with attached greenhouses and research laboratories. The Department utilizes four additional teaching and research facilities representing diverse habitats: one located at the Highlands Biological Field Station, Highlands, N.C., a second located at the Gerace Research Center on San Salvador Island, Bahamas, W.I., a third at the Belle Baruch Marine Science Laboratory in Georgetown, S.C., and a fourth at the Savannah River Environmental Sciences Field Station, Savannah River Site, Aiken, S.C.

Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees with a major in Biology consists of five categories of courses to total a minimum of 120 semester hours:

1. General Education
Skills and Competencies................................................. 27-33

2. General Education
Methods and History of Discipline..................................... 29

3. Courses in Major
(Biology Courses)........................................................... 35-39

4. Cognate Courses (BS) or Minor (BA)
(Upper level courses that support the major)............... 12-19

5. Elective Courses.......................................................... 7-17

Must be a minimum of 120 semester hours

It is the responsibility of each student to take the steps necessary to meet all requirements for the degree.

Cognate
The cognate is a special set of courses designed to support the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Biology. See Cognate course description under the Bachelor of Science degree requirements.

Minor
A minor in a discipline other than Biology is required for the Bachelor of Arts degree.

Undergraduate Research
The Department of Biology and Geology offers a series of independent study and research courses designed to build student skills and proficiency in critical thinking, decision making, interpretation of data and written and oral communication. Students may begin as first year students with ABIO 199 and continue through the Sophomore and Junior years with ABIO 299 and 399. Additionally, we offer a research techniques lab course (ABIO 355). The series culminates with a Senior Research course (ABIO 499). The Department also offers Special Topics courses (ABIO 598 and AGLY 398, 598) in response to student interest and faculty expertise. All majors are required to participate in a seminar series (ABIO 490/AGLY 490) prior to graduation.

Students interested in a major in Biology at USC Aiken may obtain a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts degree. The requirements for each are given below.

Bachelor of Arts—Major in Biology

1. General Education Requirements............................................ 55-62

A. Skills and Competencies¹.........................................................26-33

English 101 and 102² .........................................................................6
Composition/Composition and Literature

    Math/Statistics/Logic..................................................................... 6-13
        (Biology majors MUST take a minimum of
        one Calculus course and one Statistics
        course as detailed below)

Calculus component:
The calculus component can be satisfied by completing ONE of the following routes:

Placement into and successful completion of AMTH 141; or....................................................................................................... 4

Placement into and successful completion of AMTH 122, or........................................................................................................ 3

Placement into and successful completion of AMTH 111 followed by completion of AMTH 112 and AMTH 141; or................. 10

Placement into and successful completion of AMTH 111 followed by completion of AMTH 122.................................................. 6

Students who do not take the Math Placement Test are required to successfully complete AMTH 108 prior to beginning the Calculus component.

It is recommended that all incoming students take the Math Placement Test.

Statistics component: (choose one area)
ASTA 201, APSY 225 or ABUS 296................................................................................................... 3

Computer Science (choose one of the following)................................................................................................. 3
ACSC 102, 145, 204, 205 or 206

Applied Speech Communication³ ........................................................................................................................3
ACOM 201, 241, 342

Languages⁴ .........................................................................................................................................................8

B. Methods and History of Disciplines⁵................................. 29

Natural Sciences................................. 8
ACHM 111 and ACHM 112

    Social and Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas)................................. 6
        Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
        Economics, Political Science, Geography

    Humanities⁶ (at least two areas)................................. 9
        Philosophy (not logic),
        History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
        Selected Language courses,
        Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
        Communications (Last two digits in 50s or 60s)

History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102)................................. 3

American Political Institutions................................. 3
(APLS 201, AHST 201, or AHST 202)

2. Major Requirements⁷................................. 38-41

    Biology 101, 102................................. 8
    Biology 350, 370................................. 8
    Two additional courses at the 300 - level (not 399)................................. 8
    Two 500-level courses................................. 6-8
    Two additional courses at the 300-level or above
    (no 598)*................................. 7-8
        *ABIO 399 and 499 may be used for major credit, however only five hours of biology credit can be         obtained in this way
    Biology 490 or Geology 490................................. 1

3. Minor................................. 15-19
Requirements are prescribed by the college/school
that offers the minor program. See Department listings
for specific minor requirement. Courses taken toward
the minor cannot be counted toward major or general
education requirements, with the exception of free electives,
which may count toward the minor. All courses for the minor
must be passed with a grade of C or better. Students should
notify their advisor and the department chair of the minor
that is selected.

4. Electives⁸,⁹................................. 1-11

Total hours required¹⁰................................. 120
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 45.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁴ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁵ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁶ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁷ Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in Biology courses to graduate. In addition, a grade of C or better is required in Biology 101, 102, 350, and 370. No more than one D grade will be accepted in required Biology courses. At least sixteen hours of the Biology Major Requirements must be completed at USC Aiken.
⁸ No more than three hours of activity courses may be counted as electives.
⁹ Physics 201 and 202 are highly recommended electives and are required for admission into some professional schools.
¹⁰ Developmental courses will not count toward the 120 hour requirement for a Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Biology.

Bachelor of Science—Major in Biology
1. General Education Requirements ................................. 55-62

A. Skills and Competencies¹ ................................. 26-33

English 101 and 102² ................................. 6
Composition/Composition and Literature

Math/Statistics/Logic ................................. 6-13
(Biology majors MUST take a minimum of one Calculus course and one Statistics course as detailed below)

Calculus component:
The calculus component can be satisfied by completing ONE of the following routes:

Placement into and successful completion of AMTH 141; or.............................. 4

Placement into and successful completion of AMTH 122, or.............................. 3

Placement into and successful completion of AMTH 111 followed by completion of AMTH 112 and AMTH 141; or................ 10

Placement into and successful completion of AMTH 111 followed by completion of AMTH 122............................. 6

Students who do not take the Math Placement Test are required to successfully complete AMTH 108 prior to beginning the Calculus component.

It is recommended that all incoming students take the Math Placement Test.

Statistics component: (choose one area)
ASTA 201, APSY 225 or ABUS 296 ................................. 3

Computer Science (choose one of the following) ................................. 3
ACSC 102, 145, 204, 205 or 206

Applied Speech Communication³ ................................. 3
ACOM 201, 241, 342

Languages⁴................................. 8

B. Methods and History of Disciplines⁵.................................. 29
Natural Sciences ................................. 8
ACHM 111 and ACHM 112

Social and Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas) ................................. 6
Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
Economics, Political Science, Geography

Humanities⁵ (at least two areas) ................................. 9
    Philosophy (not logic),
    History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
    Selected Language courses,
    Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
    Communications (Last two digits in 50s or 60s)

History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102)........................... 3
American Political Institutions.......................................................... 3
(APLS 201, AHST 201, or AHST 202)

2.    Major Requirements⁷ ................................. 37-40
Biology 101, 102 ................................. 8
Biology 350, 370 ................................. 8
Another course at the 300 - level (not 399)................................. 4
Two 500-level courses................................. 6-8
Additional courses at the 300-level or above
    (no 598)*................................. 7-8
     *ABIO 399 may be used for up to 2 hours of biology credit
Biology 490 or Geology 490...................................................................... 1
Biology 499........................................................ 3

3. Cognate (courses that support the major) ................................. 12
In addition to the satisfactory completion of courses in the major field of study, a student must also complete a specified number of hours in advanced courses related to his/her major as prescribed by his/her major. At least one physics and one organic chemistry course is required for a B.S. Biology cognate.

Physics (201, 202 or 211, 212)................................. 4-8

Organic Chemistry (331, 331L, 332, 332L)................................. 4-8

Students can satisfy the cognate by taking a combination of Physics and Organic Chemistry; however if only one of each is taken, four additional hours can be obtained from upper level chemistry, computer science, experimental psychology, geology, mathematics, or statistics. Courses from other fields may be allowed pending Departmental approval.

4. Electives⁸^,⁹ ................................. 7-15

Total hours required¹⁰ ................................. 120
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 45.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁴Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁵ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁶ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁷ Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in Biology courses to graduate. In addition, a grade of C or better is required in Biology 101, 102, 350, and 370. No more than one D grade will be accepted in required Biology courses. At least sixteen hours of the Biology Major Requirements must be completed at USC Aiken.
⁸ No more than three hours of activity courses may be counted as electives.
⁹ Physics 201 and 202 are highly recommended electives and are required for admission into some professional schools.
¹⁰ Developmental courses will not count toward the 120 hour requirement for a Bachelor of Science with a Major in Biology.

Cognate in Biology
Non-biology majors wishing to take a cognate in Biology should choose courses from the 300 or 500 levels.

Minor in Biology
Non-Biology majors may choose to support their major by completing a minor in Biology. Prerequisites for courses used toward the minor in Biology are Biological Science I and II (ABIO 101 and 102). The Biology Minor consists of a minimum of 15 hours at or above the 300-level. We suggest that students seek the advice of the Department of Biology and Geology Chair regarding specific Biology courses best suited for their major.

Geology
The first two to three years of course work leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Geology are available at USCA. Appropriate courses at USCA for the geology major include general education courses; Geology 101, 102, 311, 325, 331, 335, 336, 398, 401, 401L, 431, 500, 570, 571 and 598; and courses in mathematics, chemistry or physics.

Cognate in Geology
Those students wishing to complete a cognate in Geology should choose from the following: Geology 311, 325, 331, 335, 336, 398, 401, 401L, 431, 500, 570, 571 and 598.

Minor in Geology
Majors in other disciplines may choose to support their major by completing a minor in geology. Geology 101 (Physical Geology) is the prerequisite for courses used toward a minor in geology. The Geology Minor consists of a minimum of 15 hours drawn from the following:

AGLY 102 Historical Geology ................................. 4
AGLY 311 Paleontology ................................. 4
AGLY 325 Depositional and Diagenetic Environments ................................. 4
AGLY 331 Structural Geology ................................. 4
AGLY 335 Igneous and Metamorphic Environments ................................. 4
AGLY 336 Introduction to Geophysics ................................. 4
AGLY 398 Topics in Geology ................................. 1-4
AGLY 401 Environmental Geomorphology ................................. 3
AGLY 401L Environmental Geomorphology Laboratory ................................. 1
AGLY 431 Southern Appalachian Geology ................................ 4
AGLY 500 Field Geology ................................ 6
AGLY 570 Environmental Hydrogeology ................................ 3
AGLY 571 Environmental Hydrogeology Laboratory ................................ 1
AGLY 598 Advanced Topics in Geology ................................ 1-4

Total hours required¹ ................................. 15
¹All courses in the minor must be passed with a grade of C or better

BIS Concentration in Biology and Geology
A BIS program can be structured for students whose interests are in both Biology and Geology. Such a program may be particularly appropriate for students with interests in the study of the environment. Students should contact the Director of BIS or the chairperson of the Department of Biology and Geology for more details.

General Education Laboratory Requirement
It is Department policy that students not enroll in one-hour independent study experiences to complete General Education Lab Science requirements. Exceptions will not be granted.

Course Descriptions

Biology (ABIO)

ABIO 101 Biological Science I. (4) Biological principles and concepts through the cellular level of organization including evolutionary processes. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

ABIO 102 Biological Science II. (4) Biological principles and concepts from the tissue through ecosystem levels of organization. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

ABIO 199 Introduction to Biological Research I. (2) (Prereq: consent of instructor and biology department approval). An independent study course in which students will write a literature review and proposal for a research project. This course is intended for freshman or sophomore biology majors who have the capability and strong desire to conduct biological research. (May not be used to meet general education requirements or for biology major credit.)

ABIO 200 Plant Science. (4) An introduction to plant science for the non-biology major. This course does not serve as a prerequisite for other biology courses. The significance of plants, plant development, physiology, genetics, evolution and ecology will be considered. Three lecture hours and three lab hours per week.

ABIO 205 Human Biology. (4) A topical course reviewing human anatomy and physiology, immunity and disease, cancer biology, and genetics. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Satisfies General Education Lab Science Requirement.

ABIO 206 Genetics and Society. (4) (Designed for non-science majors) Genetic principles, emphasizing human heredity. Relevance of recent advances in genetics. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.

ABIO 232 Anatomy. (4) A survey of human anatomy to include the development, histology and gross anatomy of human systems with a laboratory emphasis on gross anatomy. The organizational structure and integration of human systems are stressed. Required of students in exercise science, nursing and pre-pharmacy. Not available for major credit in biology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

ABIO 242 Physiology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 101 or 102 or 232 and ACHM 101 or ACHM 111) Required of students in nursing and pharmacy. Not available for major credit in biology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Spring, Summer)

ABIO 270 Environmental Life Science. (4) This course emphasizes the biological and ecological principles that govern the interactions of humans with the biosphere. An emphasis is placed on the impact of population growth and the conservation of natural resources and environmental pollution. Not for Biology major credit. Three lecture hours per week and three laboratory hours per week.

ABIO 280 Introduction to Turf Management. (3) An introduction to the maintenance and care of golf course turf. The course will include topics on turfgrass species, maintenance practices, pest management and the impact of turf management on the environment.

ABIO 299 Introduction to Biological Research II. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 199, consent of instructor and biology department approval). An independent study course in which students will implement and complete a research project. Oral and written results required. This course is intended for freshman and sophomore biology majors who have the capability and strong desire to conduct biological research. (May not be used to meet general education requirements or for biology major credit.)

ABIO 302 Cell and Molecular Biology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 101, ACHM 111, or consent of instructor). Principles of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structure, molecular organization, and physiology. Genome organization and expression. Cell growth, division, and cell-cell interactions. Three lecture and three lab hours per week. (Spring)

ABIO 312 Invertebrate Zoology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 102 and sophomore standing) Phylogenetic and comparative aspects of anatomy, physiology, reproduction and embryology of invertebrate phyla of the animal kingdom. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Fall)

ABIO 315 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 102 and sophomore standing) Phylogenetic and comparative aspects of anatomy and embryology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Fall)

ABIO 316 Vertebrate Zoology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 102 and sophomore standing) Morphology, systematics, evolution, life history, distribution and ecology of vertebrates. Laboratory study will emphasize native species. Field trips and collections required. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Spring, even years)

ABIO 320 Principles of Botany. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 102) A phylogenetic survey of the major plant and fungal divisions and consideration of their structure, life history and development. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Fall)

ABIO 325 Plant Physiology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 320 and ACHM 112) Principles of plant physiology with emphasis on higher plants and the concept of whole-plant physiology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Spring)

ABIO 330 Microbiology I. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 102 or 242 and ACHM 102 or ACHM 111) An introduction to bacteria and viruses, emphasizing morphology, ultrastructure, metabolism and growth. Discussion of pathogenic microorganisms, antigen-antibody relationships and anti-microbial agents. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

ABIO 340 Virology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 101 and 102) Basic virological concepts including viral diseases, virus-cell interactions, and patterns of viral replication. The course will primarily cover those viruses involved in human disease. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week (Spring, odd years).

ABIO 350 Fundamental Genetics I. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 101 and 102, ACHM 111) Principles of transmission and molecular genetics; quantitative inheritance; recombination; biochemical aspects of gene function and regulation; developmental and population genetics. Examples drawn from microorganisms, plants, animals and man. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Spring)

ABIO 355 Integrated Research Techniques. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 101, 102; ACHM 111, 112; AMTH 111) Integrated Research Techniques is designed to introduce the student to the use of technology in research along with methods of scientific inquiry, especially as they apply to biology, both by study and by practice. Topics will focus on the integration and use of technology in areas such as experimental design, literature searches, data collection and statistical analysis, scientific writing and oral presentation skills.

ABIO 360 Animal Physiology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 350) Cellular, systemic and organismal principles with a significant emphasis upon comparative aspects of animal physiology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Fall)

ABIO 370 Ecology and Evolution. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 102; AMTH 111 or 122 or consent of instructor) Introduction to theory of ecological interactions, population biology, evolutionary processes, and adaptive strategies of organisms. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Fall)

ABIO 399 Independent Study: Biology. (1-2) (Prereq: 16 hours of biology and biology faculty approval) One hour of credit can be awarded following the successful completion of a literature review or a set of prearranged laboratory exercises, two hours of credit can be earned upon the completion of an approved literature review and preliminary research. (May not be used for biology major credit.)

ABIO 490 Senior Seminar. (1) (Prereq: 90 semester hours) Discussion and presentation of current topics in biology and geology by students, faculty, and visiting scientists. Emphasis is placed on effective oral communication and critical examination of scientific information and ideas. Students will discuss current papers in the fields of biology and geology as a prelude to weekly seminars given by faculty, visiting scientists, and USCA biology majors. Spring, Fall: Pass/Fail.

ABIO 499 Senior Research: Biology. (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor and project approval by biology faculty; successful completion of fourteen hours or more credit in Biology Courses at or above the 300-level; successful completion of the Writing Proficiency Portfolio or AEGL 201; Coreq: ABIO 490 or AGLY 490). A capstone experience involving independent scientific research that will culminate with written and oral reports. One hour (formal) and six hours (informal) per week. Research topic should be approved one semester prior to enrollment. Offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer, however ABIO 490 cannot be taken as a corequisite in summer. Students enrolled in ABIO 499 in Summer must therefore enroll in ABIO/AGLY 490 prior to enrolling in ABIO 499.

ABIO 502 Advanced Cell/Molecular Biology. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 302 or consent of instructor). This course is designed to expand upon the basic principles of Cell/Molecular Biology as presented in ABIO 302. Special emphasis will be placed on molecular aspects of the Biology of cells. (Spring)

ABIO 510 Entomology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 312 or consent of instructor). The anatomy, taxonomy, behavior, physiology, life histories, and origin and evolution of Arthropoda with special consideration of diversity and medical economic importance of insects. Local and coastal work is involved.

ABIO 516 Herpetology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 316 or consent of instructor) Systematics, distribution, morphology, life history, behavior, ecology and current literature of amphibians and reptiles with special emphasis on South Carolina species. Field trips and collections required. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Spring, odd years)

ABIO 525 Conservation Biology. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 370 and Junior Standing or consent of instructor) This course is designed to introduce students to the ways in which principles of the natural sciences and social issues are synthesized into conservation biology. During the course we will discuss how conservation biology can be used to conserve and protect biological diversity. The focus will be primarily on the biological issues, within the context of social, legal, or political considerations through which conservation programs are implemented. The intent of this course is to demonstrate how the tools of natural scientists like biologists, ecologists, and systematists can be applied to the solution of some practical problems in conservation biology.

ABIO 528 Seasonal Flora. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 320 or consent of instructor) Introduction to vascular plant systematics with emphasis on field identification and collection of flora native to South Carolina. Will concentrate on the prevailing flora at the time of the year the course is taught. Two lecture and four laboratory hours per week. (Summer)

ABIO 531 Parasitology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 101, 102, and Jr. standing) Evolution, ecology, and diversity of parasitic animals and their relationship(s) with their host(s). Laboratory focuses on identification, life cycles, and pathogenicity of parasites of medical and veterinary importance. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Spring, odd years).

ABIO 540 Cancer Biology. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 302 or ABIO 350) Regulation and events involved in signal transduction, cell division, and oncogenesis. These mechanisms underlie current understanding of the onset and maintenance of cancer in humans. Three lecture hours per week.

ABIO 541 Principles of Biochemistry. (3) (Prereq: ACHM 332 and ABIO 101 or consent of instructor) A survey of the fundamental principles of biochemistry. Three lecture hours per week. (Fall)

ABIO 542 Principles of Biochemistry II. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 541 or consent of instructor) Advanced principles of biochemistry including specific enzymatic mechanisms (e.g., dehydrogenases, kinases, carboxylases), biochemical regulation (e.g., function of dinucleotides, metals, and other coenzymes, specific feedback mechanisms, induction of enzyme activity), and electron transport (e.g., diversity of electron donors involved in electron transfer mechanisms). Three lecture hours per week. (Spring).

ABIO 550 Immunology. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 350) Basic immunological concepts including hematopoiesis; immunoglobulin structure, function, and genetics; antigen processing and presentation; cellular immunology; hypersensitivity; immune responses to disease; and vaccines. Three lecture hours per week. (Spring, even years).

ABIO 560 Aquatic Biology. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 101, 102, and Jr. standing) Structure and function of flowing water habitats. Integrates aspects of chemistry, physics, hydrology, and ecology to provide a broad perspective on stream ecosystems. Laboratory with emphasis on field sampling, data collection and identification of stream macroinvertebrates. Field trips required. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Spring, even years).

ABIO 570 Principles of Ecology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 370, statistics) Interactions between organisms and the environment; ecosystem structure and function; sampling techniques and data analysis. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. (Spring, even years)

ABIO 571 Ecology of the Southern Appalachians. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 320 or consent of instructor) An introduction to the ecology of the Southern Appalachian mountains in general and the Great Smoky National Park in particular. Covers the formation of the mountains, glaciation and its effect on floral communities of the GSMNP, Whitaker’s classification, abiotic factors affecting plant and animal communities of the Southern Appalachians, plant morphology and taxonomy, the effect of exotic species on native species and orienteering. Additional fees required at registration. (Spring, even years)

ABIO 572 Wetlands Ecology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 370). Wetlands history, hydrology, soils, vegetation, chemistry, social impacts and roles as ecotones. Emphasis is on the ecological principles associated with wetland structure and function. 3 lecture and 3 laboratory hours per week. Required weekend field trips.

ABIO 573 Forest Ecology. (4) (Prereq: ABIO 370). Identification of forest communities based on the biological and non-biological characteristics that define the inherent processes of those communities. Functional processes related to local community interactions as well as successional development of communities will be examined. 3 lecture and 3 laboratory hours per week. Required weekend field trips.

ABIO 580 Ecology of the Bahamas (4) (Prereq: ABIO 320 or consent of instructor). A study of terrestrial and marine ecosystems including structural and functional interactions among various biotic and abiotic components. All field studies and a portion of the lectures are performed at the Bahamian Field Station in San Salvador, Bahamas. Subjects covered include plant adaptations and distribution, biogeochemical cycling, coral reef and mangrove ecology. In-depth studies of seagrass meadows will be conducted at different permanent sites around the island. Additional fees required. (Taught December-January break (enroll in Spring semester) and July-August (enroll in Fall semester)).

ABIO 581 Tropical Marine Biology. (3) (Prereq: Junior standing and consent of instructor) The objective of this course is to provide an overview of tropical marine ecosystems and their biological communities with a special focus on coral reefs and coral reef organisms. There will be a strong emphasis on systematics, taxonomy, and the ecology of dominant taxa and species. Each day will consist of lectures and trips to the field. A large portion of the time in the field will be spent snorkeling on near-shore patch reefs and surveying coastal and inland environments. Course is taught at the Bahamian Field Station on San Salvador Island, Bahamas. Special permission required. For major credit in Biology a student must also have ABIO 312 and ABIO 320. Additional fees assessed by Bahamian Field Station. (Summer)

ABIO 583 Pathology of Coastal Organisms. (3) (Prereq: Junior standing and consent of instructor) Course will be concerned with known and suspected coastal invertebrate diseases. Emphasis will be placed on techniques involved with the identification, pathogenesis, microbiology, and ecology of the pathogens, and the ecological significance of stress and disease occurrence. Particular consideration will be given to diseases of coral reef organisms. Basic principles regarding coral reef biology and marine microbiology will also be covered. Course will consist of morning lectures, afternoon field trips, and evening laboratories. Course will be taught at the Bermuda Biological Station in August. Students must have special permission and register through BBS. For major credit in biology a student must also have ABIO 312 and ABIO 320. Additional fees assessed by Bermuda Biological Station. (Summer)

ABIO 598 Special Topics: (Biology). (3-4) (Prereq: Junior standing and consent of instructor) A lecture course in advanced biological science not covered in detail in existing courses. Courses for three credit hours will meet for three lecture hours each week. Those courses for four credit hours will meet for three lecture and three laboratory hours each week.

Geology (AGLY)

AGLY 101 Physical Geology. (4) This course will illustrate the methods and enterprise of science as they have been applied to interpret the earth. The technical subject matter will be concerned as much with natural processes as with their products-the minerals, rocks, fossils, structure and surface forms of the earth. The course will emphasize the interplay between hypothesis, experiment and observable fact that characterizes productive physical science. Three lectures and three laboratory hours per week.

AGLY 102 Historical Geology. (4) The practice of geology as a historical science with emphasis on the methods of analysis, nature of the record and guiding philosophy that have allowed geologists to decipher the history of the earth. Three lectures and three laboratory hours per week.

AGLY 103 Environmental Earth Science. (4) Analysis of the basic energy cycles of the earth. The interaction of human activity with earth processes to affect the environment. Three lectures and three laboratory hours per week.

AGLY 201 Integrated Earth Science. (4) A survey of major earth systems. Internal geologic processes; surface geologic processes; geologic time; atmosphere, weather and climate; ocean circulation patterns; the earth in the context of the solar system and the universe. Not intended for students who major in the sciences. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week.

AGLY 311 Paleontology. (4) (Prereq: AGLY 101, or ABIO 101, or MSCI 101 or permission of instructor) Descriptive environmental biogeographic and evolutionary aspects of paleontology, using examples from the major groups of fossils. Three hour lecture, three hour laboratory each week. Field trips.

AGLY 325 Depositional and Diagenetic Environments. (4) (Prereq: AGLY 101) A survey of the mineralogy and petrology, spatial and temporal frameworks and sequence stratigraphy of sedimentary environments emphasizing sedimentary basins. Includes coverage of deposition and diagenesis: cements, mineralization, and the development of porosity and permeability. 3 lecture and 3 laboratory hours per week. Required field trips.

AGLY 331 Structural Geology. (4) (Prereq: AMTH 141 or AMTH 122) Deformation of the earths stress, strain, elastic behavior, brittle and ductile deformation, geology and mechanics of simple geologic structures, selected orogenic belts. Three hour lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Occasional field trips.

AGLY 335 Igneous and Metamorphic Environments. (4) (Prereq: AGLY 101, ACHM 111) A survey of the mineralogy and petrology of igneous and metamorphic rocks emphasizing plate tectonic settings. The temporal and spatial frameworks of metamorphic and igneous activity at plate margins will be covered as well as crystal chemistry, magma genesis, and P-T-t paths. 3 lecture and 3 laboratory hours per week. Required field trips.

AGLY 336 Introduction to Geophysics. (4) (Prereq: AMTH 142, AGLY 101, and APHY 201 or APHY 211) Structure and dynamics of the solid earth; fundamentals of plate tectonics, geodesy, gravity, seismology, geochronology, and thermal studies. Includes laboratory.

AGLY 363 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in the Sciences. (4) (Prereq: AGLY 101 or AGLY 401, AND completion of the first (free) modules of on-line courses in “Understanding Map Projections and Coordinate Systems” & “Understanding Geographic Data” at www.esri.com) Introduction to geographic data, and its use in an ArcGis software environment. Topics include map projections and coordinate systems, spatial data creation and collection methods, relational database design, GIS data management, personal geodatabases, the use of domains and subtypes, topology rules, spatial analysis, surface modeling and predictive modeling, case studies using GIS as a decision-making tool.

AGLY 398 Topics in Geology (1-4) (Specified prereq. or permission of instructor) Selected topics in the Geological Sciences. Laboratory and field experiences may be included where appropriate.

AGLY 399 Independent Study. (1-4) (Prereq: permission of instructor)

AGLY 401 Environmental Geomorphology. (4) (Prereq: AGLY 101 or AGLY 103 or AGLY 201) Analysis of the processes that create land forms at outcrop, map, and regional scales in a plate tectonic context. Application of inductive reasoning to the interpretation of geomorphic features. Lab emphasizes basic principles of mapmaking in the field. Required field trips in addition tot he listed lab time will be posted in the “Schedule of Classes” available during pre-registration.

AGLY 431 Southern Appalachian Geology. (4) (Prereq: AGLY 101) The stratigraphic, structural, magmatic, and metamorphic features of the Southern Appalachian origin, studied through the readings in the literature and outcrop observation. Requires one weekend field trip and a five day field trip over Spring Break. Special Fee assessed at registration covers lodging and transportation on the trips.

AGLY 490 Senior Seminar. (1) (Prereq: 90 semester hours) Discussion and presentation of current topics in biology and geology by students, faculty, and visiting scientists. Emphasis is placed on effective oral communication and critical examination of scientific information and ideas. Students will discuss current papers in the fields of biology and geology as a prelude to weekly seminars given by faculty, visiting scientists, and USCA biology majors. Spring, Fall: Pass/Fail.

AGLY 500 Field Geology. (6) (Prereq: 16 hours in geology, not including AGLY 103, or 201; permission of instructor) Geological field techniques including the use of field instruments and preparation of geologic maps and cross sections. Supervised geologic investigations of a local area. Written final report required.

AGLY 570 Environmental Hydrogeology. (3) (Prereq: AGLY 101 and AMTH 119 or AMTH 141 or AMTH 122 or permission of instructor) Environmental consideration of the hydrologic cycle, occurrence and movement of ground water, aquifer analysis and water well emplacement and construction. Water quality, pollution parameters, and the geochemistry of selected natural water systems. The effects of environmental problems, waste disposal, and water development upon the aqueous geochemical regime. Occasional field trips. (Laboratory AGLY 571 is optional).

AGLY 571 Environmental Hydrogeology Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: AGLY 570) Laboratory to accompany Environmental Hydrogeology (AGLY 570).

AGLY 598 Advanced Topics in Geology. (1-4) (Prereq: specified prerequisites, or permission of instructor) An in-depth study of highly specialized geological topics not covered in detail in existing courses.

Department Of Chemistry & Physics

Monty Fetterolf, Department Chair

Professor
Monty L. Fetterolf (Chemistry), Ph.D., University of California at Santa Barbara, 1987

Associate Professors
Stelios Kapranidis (Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics), Ph.D., University of Washington, 1981
Kutty Pariyadath (Chemistry), Ph.D., State University of New York at Stony Brook, 1977
Ann M. Willbrand (Chemistry), Ph.D., Florida State University, 1981

Assistant Professor
Chad L. Leverette (Chemistry), Ph.D., University of Georgia, 2000

Laboratory Manager /Lecturer
Ronald J. Ruszczyk (Chemistry), Ph.D., State University of New York at Buffalo, 1985

Instructors
Neil Miller (Physics), M.S., Clemson University, 1993
Ralph K. Steinhaus (Chemistry), Ph.D., Purdue University, 1966

Lecturer
Susan Glenn (Chemistry), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 2001

University Affiliates
Cathy L. Cobb (Chemistry), Ph.D., University of California at Santa Barbara, 1987
Jack G. Goldsmith (Chemistry), Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1994

Department Mission Statement
The Department of Chemistry and Physics strives to offer curricula of high academic quality, to foster an environment supportive of scholarly activity, to provide service courses for the general education of undergraduate students, and to serve as a resource for the community. To this end, the department offers a B.S. Degree with a Major in Chemistry, a Minor in Chemistry, and courses that may be used to satisfy the chemistry and physics requirements that are stipulated by other degrees, or to satisfy the General Education Requirements in science.

Curricula
The Department of Chemistry and Physics offers a baccalaureate degree with a major in Chemistry. Students must complete a set of courses that fulfill the general education requirements, a set of courses that comprise the major, a set of courses that comprise the cognate and several hours of elective courses. It is the responsibility of each student to see to it that he/she completes all requirements for the degree. Students will be assisted in course selection by their major advisor.

The cognate is a minimum of 12 hours intended to support the course work in the major, and must be selected with the approval of the advisor. The cognate differs from a minor in that the courses are sophomore level or above and may be distributed over more than one subject area. A student wishing greater depth in an area may choose a minor which will encompass the cognate requirements.

For more information, see the USC Aiken Chemistry and Physics Department website at: http://chemistry.usca.edu.

Advisement Options
A chemistry major, in consultation with his/her adviser, may take appropriate courses in Biology and Geology and thus obtain a strong background in Environmental Science.

The curriculum of the chemistry degree along with selected courses in Biology will prepare a student for admission to Medical, Dental, or Veterinary School.

A student wishing to become certified to teach chemistry at the secondary school level may select the Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with certification in Chemistry through the School of Education (see page 128). Upon completion of this degree, the student will also have completed the Bachelor of Science with a major in chemistry.

Bachelor of Science—Major in Chemistry
Requirements for the chemistry major are listed below. For a chemistry major, a grade of C or higher is required in all chemistry courses counting towards the degree.

1. General Education Requirements ................................. 61-62

A. Skills and Competencies¹ ............................................... 32-33

        English 101 and 102² ............................................................... 6
                Composition/Composition and Literature
        Applied Speech Communication³ .............................................. 3
        Mathematics (AMTH 141, 142 and 241) .............................. 12
        A computer science course selected from
            ACSC 102, 145, 204, 205, 206, 207
            or equivalent computer science course
            emphasizing problem-solving and
            programming in a procedural language................................. 3-4
        Languages⁴ ............................................................................... 8

B.   Methods and History of Disciplines⁵ .................................... 29
        Natural Sciences ....................................................................... 8
                APHY 211 and 212 or APHY 201 and 202

        Social and Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas)...................... 6
                Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
                Economics, Political Science, Geography

        Humanities⁶ (at least two areas) ................................................... 9
                Philosophy (not logic),
                History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
                Selected Language courses,
                Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
                Communications (last two digits in 50s or 60s)

        History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102)........................ 3
        American Political Institutions....................................................... 3
                (APLS 201, AHST 201, or AHST 202)

2. Major Requirements^7,8 .......................................................... 40
ACHM 111, 112, 321, 321L 331, 331L, 332, 332L, 541, 541L, 542, 542L, 511, 511L ,522, 499⁹

3. Cognate¹⁰ .............................................................................. 8-12
4. Electives¹¹ ........................................................................... 6-11

Total hours required ..................................................................... 120
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 45.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁴ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁵ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁶ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁷ A grade of C or higher is required in all chemistry courses counting toward the degree.
⁸ A maximum of 46 hours of Chemistry courses can be applied toward graduation.
⁹ Completion of a thesis and seminar on the research project are required for graduation.
¹⁰ APHY 212 can be counted toward a cognate.
¹¹ Developmental courses can not be used toward this degree.

Minor in Chemistry

Requirements:
ACHM 331/331L ................................. 4
ACHM 332/332L ................................. 4
ACHM 321/321L or ACHM 522 ................................. 4
ACHM 340/340L or ACHM 541/541L or ACHM 542/542L ................................. 4
Total hours required ................................. 16

Course Descriptions

Astronomy (AAST)
AAST 111 Descriptive Astronomy. (4) Introduction to the solar system and distant celestial objects such as stars, galaxies, nebulas, quasars, and black holes. Study of the night time sky, exercises and demonstrations; three lecture hours and three lab hours per week. (Spring)

Chemistry (ACHM)
ACHM 101 Introduction to Chemistry. (4) (Prereq: Completion of, placement beyond, or co-enrollment in AMTH 108) An introduction to the principles and vocabulary of chemistry appropriate for those in the health sciences or for general education. The first of a two-semester sequence of courses (ACHM 101 and ACHM 102); not intended for those in engineering, mathematical and natural sciences; three lecture hours and three lab hours per week.

ACHM 102 Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry. (4) (Prereq: ACHM 101 or consent of the department) The second semester of a two-semester sequence of courses appropriate for those in the health sciences or for general education. A survey of the nomenclature and reactions of organic compounds, and their application to the study of molecules relevant to biochemistry; not intended for those in engineering, mathematical and natural sciences; three lecture hours and three lab hours per week.

ACHM 105 Chemistry in Society. (4) (Prereq: none) An introduction to basic chemistry and chemical methodologies as they interconnect with relevant societal issues. Hands-on, small-scale laboratory exercises will be used to enhance the understanding of chemistry as it occurs in day-to-day life. Three lecture hours and three lab hours per week. Designed as a general education course. Not intended for allied health or nursing majors or for engineering, science, or premed majors requiring two or more semesters of chemistry.

ACHM 111 General Chemistry I. (4) (Prereq: at least one year of high school chemistry, ACHM 105, ACHM 101 or an equivalent course, or consent of the department. Completion of AMTH 122, with a C or better, or completion of, or placement beyond AMTH 111. If a students does not meet one of the math prerequisites, that student must fulfill the corequisite of AMTH 111.) The first portion of a two-semester sequence of courses that introduces the principles, vocabulary and methods of chemistry appropriate for those in engineering, mathematical and natural sciences. This course pre-supposes an introductory knowledge of chemistry; three lecture hours and three lab hours per week.

ACHM 112 General Chemistry II. (4) (Prereq: ACHM 111 or consent of the department) The second portion of a two-semester sequence of courses that introduces the principles, vocabulary and methods of chemistry appropriate for those in engineering, mathematical and natural sciences; three lecture hours and three lab hours per week.

ACHM 321 Quantitative Analysis. (3) (Prereq: ACHM 112; coreq: ACHM 321L) Treatment of solution equilibria in conjunction with an introduction to statistical methods, spectroscopy, separations, and electrochemistry. Three lecture hours per week.

ACHM 321L Quantitative Analysis Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: ACHM 321) The practice of volumetric and gravimetric analysis with exposure to spectroscopic, chromatographic, and electrochemical methods. Three laboratory hours per week.

ACHM 331 Organic Chemistry I. (3) (Prereq: ACHM 112; coreq: ACHM 331L) Nomenclature, reactions, mechanisms and synthesis of carbon compounds. Three lecture hours per week.

ACHM 331L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I. (1) (Coreq: ACHM 331) Laboratory safety, synthesis, separation and purification of carbon compounds. Three laboratory hours per week.

ACHM 332 Organic Chemistry II. (3) (Prereq: ACHM 331; coreq: ACHM 332L) A continuation of ACHM 331. Three lecture hours per week.

ACHM 332L Organic Chemistry Laboratory II. (1) (Prereq: ACHM 331L; coreq: ACHM 332) Continuation of ACHM 331L. Spectroscopic identification of carbon compounds. Three laboratory hours per week.

ACHM 340 Introduction to Chemical Instrumentation. (3) (Prereq: ACHM 331; Coreq: ACHM 340L) An overview of the physical principles behind the uses of modern chemical instrumentation. Three lecture hours per week. Cannot be used for credit in the chemistry major.

ACHM 340L Introduction to Chemical Instrumentation Laboratory. (1) (Coreq: ACHM 340) Focus on proper procedures for instrument usage and data interpretation. Experiments will be drawn primarily from related scientific disciplines. Three lab hours per week. Cannot be used for credit in the chemistry major.

ACHM 399 Independent Study. (1-4) (Prereq: permission of instructor)

ACHM 498 Topics in Chemistry. (1-4) (Senior standing or consent of instructor) Selected topics in Chemistry. Lecture and/or laboratory course in advanced topics not covered in existing courses.

ACHM 499 Senior Research. (1-3) (Prereq: permission of instructor; coreq: senior status) Available only for senior chemistry majors. Students will participate in a research project under the direction of a chemistry faculty member. A thesis and presentation are required upon completion of the research. This course will provide the capstone experience. During the first semester of enrollment in ACHM 499 the student may enroll for two to three semester hours. Subsequently, a student may enroll for up to three additional semester hours. A minimum of three semester hours are required for graduation and a student can enroll for a maximum of six credit hours.

ACHM 511 Inorganic Chemistry. (3) (Prereq: ACHM 542 or consent of department) Consideration of atomic structure, valence, complex compounds and systematic study of the periodic table. Three lecture hours per week.

ACHM 511L Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory. (2) (Coreq: ACHM 511 or consent of department) The synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds by specialized methods. Six laboratory hours per week. (formerly ACHM 513)

ACHM 522 Instrumental Analysis. (4) (Prereq: ACHM 542 or consent of department) Theory and applications of instrumental methods of chemical analysis. Two lecture and six laboratory hours per week.

ACHM 541 Physical Chemistry I. (3) (Prereq: ACHM 112 and APHY 212 or APHY 202; coreq: AMTH 241, ACHM 541L or consent of department) Theories and laws relating to chemical changes. Three lectures per week.

ACHM 541L Physical Chemistry Laboratory I. (1) (Coreq: ACHM 541 or consent of department) Applications of physical chemical techniques. Three laboratory hours per week.

ACHM 542 Physical Chemistry II. (3) (Prereq: 541; coreq: ACHM 542L or consent of department) Theories and laws relating to chemical changes; a continuation of ACHM 541. Three lecture hours per week.

ACHM 542L Physical Chemistry Laboratory II. (1) (Prereq: ACHM 541L; coreq: ACHM 542 or consent of department) Applications of physical chemistry techniques. Three laboratory hours per week.

ACHM 550 Principles of Biochemistry. (3) (Prereq: ABIO 101, ACHM 332, ACHM 541) An introduction to the chemistry of biological compounds and cellular processes emphasizing thermodynamics, kinetics, and structure.

ACHM 590 Introductory Glassblowing. (1) (Prereq: junior or senior standing, or consent of instructor) The history and fundamental application of glassblowing techniques. Three laboratory hours per week.

Physics APHY)
APHY 101 Introduction to Physical Science I. (4) An introduction to the concepts, ideas and methods of physical science for non-science majors. Particular emphasis is given to the principles of classical physics and chemistry. Experiments, exercises and demonstrations are included; three lecture hours and three lab hours per week. (Fall)

APHY 102 Introduction to Physical Science II. (3) A continuation of APHY 101 with emphasis to ideas, trends and applications of modern science. (Spring)

APHY 201 General Physics I. (4) (Prereq: AMTH 111 and 112 or AMTH 122 or equivalent) The first part of an introductory course sequence covering mechanics, electromagnetism, wave motion, sound, heat, optics, relativity, quantum physics, atomic physics and nuclear physics. No previous background in physics is assumed. Three lecture hours, one hour recitation and one two-hour laboratory per week. (Fall)

APHY 202 General Physics II. (4) A continuation of APHY 201. Three hours of lecture, one hour recitation and one two-hour laboratory per week. (Spring)

APHY 211 Essentials of Physics I. (4) (Prereq: completion of AMTH 141) Mechanics, heat, wave motion and optics, electromagnetism and modern physics. First portion of a two-semester calculus-level course primarily for students of science and engineering. Three hours of lecture, one hour recitation and one two-hour laboratory per week. (Fall)

APHY 212 Essentials of Physics II. (4) A continuation of APHY 211. Three hours of lecture, one hour recitation and one two-hour laboratory per week. (Spring)

APHY 398 Topics in Physics (1-4) (specified prereq. or consent of instructor) Selected topics in physics. Lecture and/or laboratory course in topics not covered in detail in existing courses.

APHY 399 Independent Study. (1-4) (Prereq: permission of instructor)

APHY 595 Topics in Physical Sciences for Teachers. (3-4) (Prereq: permission of instructor) Selected topics in chemistry, physics and the earth sciences with related laboratory and field experiences. With 4 hours credit a formal laboratory will be included supplementing the lecture topics. (Cannot be used to satisfy Group V general education requirements.)

Department Of Mathematical Sciences

Computer Science, Engineering, and Mathematics
Michael D. May, Department Chair

Associate Professors
Janie H. Key (Mathematics and Computer Science), M.S. (Mathematics), Vanderbilt University, 1971; M.S. (Computer Science), University of South Carolina, 1985
Reginald Koo (Mathematics), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1985
Michael D. May (Engineering and Mathematics), M.S., U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, 1976

Assistant Professors
Teiling Chen (Mathematics and Computer Science), Ph.D., University of Western Ontario, 2001
Koffi Fadimba (Mathematics), Ph.D., University of South Carolina, 1993
Rao Li (Mathematics and Computer Science), Ph.D., University of Memphis, 1999
Zenheng Li (Mathematics and Computer Science), Ph.D., University of Western Ontario, 2001
Thomas F. Reid (Mathematics and Statistics), Ph.D., University of North Carolina, 1997
Yilian Zhang (Mathematics and Computer Science), Ph.D., University of Rochester, 2004

Senior Instructor
David G. Jaspers (Mathematics), M.S., University of South Carolina, 1984

Instructors
S. Jane C. Beattie-Scott (Mathematics), M.M., University of South Carolina, 1983
Cynthia Gonzalez (Mathematics), M.S., University of Charleston, 1993
Bruce Manoly (Mathematics), M.S., California State Polytechnic University, 1982
Nancy R. Moseley (Mathematics), M.A.T., University of South Carolina, 1975

Distinguished Professors Emeriti
Henry S. Gurr (Physics), Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University, 1966
Robert G. Phillips (Mathematics), Ph.D., University of California at Los Angeles, 1968

Professors Emeriti
Frederick P. Huston, III (Computer Science), M.A., Emory University, 1972
Stephen C. King (Mathematics), Ph.D., Yale University, 1978

Department Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Mathematical Sciences is to provide students with an understanding and appreciation of mathematics and the related areas of computer science and engineering. To this end the Department: (a) provides students throughout the University with training in thinking analytically through problem-solving activities and in communicating effectively using graphical and numeric symbols; (b) provides instruction in a number of courses required for the USC engineering program; (c) provides the mathematical background for pre-service and continuing elementary school teachers and secondary school mathematics teachers; and (d) provides Mathematics/Computer Science and Industrial Mathematics majors with background for graduate studies or preparation for careers in the mathematical sciences. In addition, the Department seeks to foster study, learning and appreciation of the mathematical sciences among pre-college students through outreach activities.

Curricula
The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Mathematics/Computer Science and the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Industrial Mathematics. The Department also offers a number of courses required for USC’s engineering programs, minors or BIS concentrations in either mathematics or computer science, and serves other disciplines at USCA through course offerings which provide basic skills necessary for general education or for the pursuit of studies in those disciplines.

Mathematics Placement Testing is described on page 11.

Advanced Placement
Advanced Placement Examinations may be used to gain credit and advanced placement in calculus and computer science. For more information on Advanced Placement, refer to page 11.

The Math Lab
The Math Lab of the Department of Mathematical Sciences offers a variety of services to help students in freshman and some sophomore level mathematics courses as well as other courses which use mathematics. The Math Lab, staffed by student tutors, offers free tutoring to any USCA student in these courses. It also provides a number of learning aids such as video or audio tapes, books, software, and manuals. Students are encouraged to come to the Math Lab for help with their math courses. No appointment is necessary and hours when student tutors are available are posted on the door. The Math Lab is located in the Administration Building Room 219.

The Computer Aided Instructional (CAI) Service is provided as part of AMTH 112. It is staffed by an Instructor and student assistants. Students are to come to the CAI lab at designated times as indicated in their schedule or as agreed upon by the student and instructor. The Testing Service, staffed by student assistants, provides outside class testing for students in AMTH 112 and the calculus sequence AMTH 141, 142, and 241.

Engineering
USCA offers the first two years of the USC Columbia Engineering program. The program offers the core courses common to all specialties in engineering and prepares the student to transfer as a junior to the Columbia campus or to other universities which offer baccalaureate degrees in engineering. The requirements for the first two years for all engineering majors are the following:

Mathematics: AMTH 141, 142, 241, 242
Chemistry: ACHM 111
Physics: APHY 211, 212
Engineering: ENGR 101, 102

In addition, the following list shows requirements for the given major:

Chemical Engineering: ENGR 290
Civil Engineering: ENGR 200, 210, 260
Electrical and Computer Engineering: EECE 211, ELCT 221
Mechanical Engineering: ENGR 200, 210, 260, 290, ELCT 221

Students wishing to take a cognate in Engineering should choose courses from: ENGR 200, 210, 260, 290, or ELCT 221.

Humanities & Social Sciences: English 101 and 102 (a grade of C or better in each; the student may repeat these courses until a grade of C or better is earned); three hours in history and three hours in fine arts; and 12 hours subject to certain restrictions chosen from the following fields: anthropology, art history, economics, English language and literature, languages (above 300 level), government, history, international studies, music appreciation, philosophy, psychology, religion, sociology, and theatre art. These 12 hours must be chosen so that the total humanities and social science program does not include more than four fields of study and so that one field includes at least three courses with at least one of those courses at the 300 level or above. This means that you can choose at most one other area in addition to English, history, and fine arts. Certain additional restrictions apply to the selection of these courses. Students should consult closely with their advisors to be sure these requirements are satisfied. Students planning to change to the Columbia campus must either make a satisfactory score on the Foreign Language Placement Test or else complete two semesters of the same language.

Bachelor of Science—Major in Mathematics/Computer Science
The program for the Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics/Computer Science allows the flexibility for a student to choose a general advisement track or a computer science advisement track. The curriculum provides a background for graduate studies and/or careers in mathematics or computer science.

1. General Education Requirements ................................. 57

A.    Skills and Competencies¹ ............................................... 28
        English 101 and 102² .......................................................... 6
            Composition/Composition and Literature
        Applied Speech Communication³ ........................................ 3
        Languages⁴ ......................................................................... 8
        Mathematics⁵ (AMTH 141, 142, 174) ............................ 11

B. Methods and History of Disciplines⁶ ............................ 29

Natural Sciences (choose 8 hours from the same area) ....... 8
ACHM 111, 112 or APHY 211, 212, or Biology, Geology

        Social/Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas) ................... 6
            Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
            Economics, Political Science, Geography

        Humanities⁷ (at least two areas) ............................................ 9
            Philosophy (not logic),
            History, Literature, Fine Arts History,
            Humanities (AHUM acronym), Religion,
            Selected Language courses,
            Communications (last two digits in 50s or 60s)

        History of Civilization (AHST 101 or AHST 102)................. 3
        American Political Institutions................................................ 3
                   (APLS 201, AHST 201, or AHST 202)

2.    Major Requirements⁵ ....................................................... 52
        Core Courses:.................................................................. 24
            AMTH 241, 242, 544 ................................................. 11
            ACSC 145, 146, 562 .................................................. 11
            AMTH/ACSC 590 ........................................................ 3

        General Advisement Track:.......................................... 27
            AMTH 546 or AMTH 554 ........................................... 3
            ACSC 210, ACSC 220 ................................................ 6
            Other AMTH or ACSC
            courses numbered above 300⁸ ..................................... 18

        or
        Computer Science Advisement Track:.......................... 27
            ACSC 210, 220, 330, 411, 520 .................................. 15
            Other AMTH or ACSC courses
            numbered above 300⁵ .................................................. 12

3. Cognate or Minor
A cognate or minor is not required because of the interdisciplinary nature of the program.

4. Electives⁹ ...................................................................... 11

Total hours required⁶ ........................................................... 120
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 45.
²Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁴ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁵ Must have C or better
⁶ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁷ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁸ At most 6 hours of Independent study may be used
⁹ Developmental courses cannot be used for credit toward this degree.

Bachelor of Science—Major in Industrial Mathematics
The Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Mathematics prepares mathematically oriented students for careers in industry. The curriculum includes a variety of courses in mathematics, computer science, the natural sciences, and engineering.

1. General Education Requirements ................................. 57

A.    Skills and Competencies¹ ............................................... 28
        English 101 and 102² .......................................................... 6
            Composition/Composition and Literature
        Applied Speech Communication³ ......................................... 3
        Languages⁴ ......................................................................... 8
        Mathematics⁵ (AMTH 141, 142, 174) .............................. 11

B.    Methods and History of Disciplines⁶ ............................. 29
        Natural Sciences ................................................................ 8
            APHY 211 and 212

        Social/Behavioral Sciences (at least two areas) .................... 6
            Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology,
            Economics, Political Science, Geography

2.      Major Requirements⁵ .................................................... 37
            AMTH 241 Calculus III ................................................. 4
            AMTH 242 Differential Equations ................................... 4
            AMTH 544 Linear Algebra ............................................. 3
            ASTA 509 Statistics ....................................................... 3
            ASTA 510 Statistical Quality Assurance ......................... 3
            AMTH 518 Industrial Mathematics I .............................. 3
            AMTH 519 Industrial Mathematics II ............................. 3
            AMTH 599 Senior Project ............................................. 3
            ACSC 145 Introduction to Algorithmic Design I .............. 4
            ACSC 146 Introduction to Algorithmic Design II............... 4
            ACSC 562 Numerical Methods ...................................... 3

3. Engineering⁵ .................................................................... 12
Engineering (USCA) courses numbered 200 and above . 12

4. Technical Electives⁸ ........................................................... 11

5. Electives ................................................................................. 9

Total hours required⁶ .............................................................. 126
¹ For undergraduate writing proficiency, see Proficiency Portfolio in Writing described on page 45.
² Students must complete English 101 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements. Students must also complete AEGL 102 with a grade of C or better in order to fulfill general education requirements and before taking other English courses.
³ The following are considered Applied Speech Communication courses: ACOM 201, ACOM 241, and ACOM 342.
⁴ Two (2) semesters of the same language. See degree program requirements for Language study.
⁵ Must have C or better
⁶ For a list of courses that will meet the Humanities general education requirement, see page 31.
⁷ At least 3 hours must be in non-Western world studies, unless an approved non-Western world studies course has been completed elsewhere in the student’s degree program.
⁸ Technical electives may be chosen from natural sciences (except APHY 211 and 212), computer science (courses numbered 200 and above), mathematics (courses numbered 300 and above), engineering (ENGR 102 and courses numbered 200 and above), technical writing or other courses approved by the Department. Technical electives may include no more than nine credit hours of engineering technology courses offered by technical colleges and approved by the Department.

Minor in Computer Science

Prerequisites:
Mathematics placement above AMTH 111, or completion of either AMTH 111 or 170 with a grade of C or better.

Corequisite:
AMTH 174 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science. This course must be completed with a grade of C or better before taking ACSC 220. AMTH 174 may be used in partial fulfillment of General Education requirements.

Requirements:
ACSC 145 Introduction to Algorithmic Design I ................................. 4
ACSC 146 Introduction to Algorithmic Design II ................................ 4
ACSC 210 Comp. Systems and Assembler Lang. Prog. ..................... 3
ACSC 220 Data Structures and Algorithms ........................................ 3
One additional ACSC course numbered 200 or above,
or EECE 211 Intro. to Comp. Engineering .................................. 3
One additional ACSC course numbered 300 or above ........................ 3
Total hours required ...................................................................... 20

Minor in Mathematics

Prerequisite:
Completion of AMTH 141 and AMTH 142 with grades of C or better.

Requirements:
AMTH 174 Discrete Mathematics ................................. 3
AMTH 241 Calculus III ................................................ 4
AMTH 242 Ordinary Differential Equations ................... 4
Two other Math or Stat courses number 300 and above (except 503) ................................. 6
Total hours required ................................................. 17

Students wishing to take a cognate in Mathematics/Computer Science should take any Mathematics courses numbered 241 or above, or Computer Science 145, 146, or any Computer Science courses numbered 210 or above.

Course Descriptions

Computer Science (ACSC)

ACSC 101 Introduction to Computer Concepts. (3) Capabilities and limitations of computers, programming in BASIC, history and development of modern computers, components of a computer system, computer jargon, machine language, software demonstration and evaluation. Intended primarily for non-mathematics/computer science majors. Open only to those students who have not previously completed a computer course.

ACSC 102 Computer Applications and Programming. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in AMTH 108, placement higher than AMTH 108 or consent of department) Introduction to systematic computer problem-solving using a procedural language. Emphasis is placed upon algorithm development and program implementation. This course also provides exposure to applications such as spreadsheets, database management and web-page design leading to an advanced level of competency. The course is intended for students who are already familiar with the basic use of computers for non-calculating purposes (word processing, use of the internet, email, etc.) and who desire a background in computer solutions to practical problems.

ACSC 145 Introduction to Algorithmic Design I. (4) (Prereq: by mathematics placement above AMTH 111, or completion of either AMTH 111 or 170 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor). Designing algorithms and programming in a procedural language. Three hours of lectures and three hours of laboratory per week.

ACSC 146 Introduction to Algorithmic Design II. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or higher in ACSC 145) A continuation of ACSC 145. Rigorous development of algorithms and computer programs; elementary data structures. Three hours of lectures and three hours of laboratory per week.

ACSC 204 BASIC Programming. (3) Computer programming in the BASIC language. BASIC is the beginner’s all-purpose symbolic language available for most microcomputers.

ACSC 205 COBOL Programming. (3) Computer programming in the COBOL language. COBOL is a business applications programming language.

ACSC 206 FORTRAN Programming. (3) (Prereq: by mathematics placement above AMTH 111, or completion of AMTH 111 or AMTH 122 or AMTH 170 with a grade of C or better, or consent of department) Computer programming in the FORTRAN language. FORTRAN is a scientific applications programming language.

ACSC 207 C Programming and the UNIX Environment. (3) (Prereq: completion of either ACSC 145 or ACSC 206 with a grade of C or better, or consent of Department.) Programming in C under the UNIX programming environment, I/O programming, UNIX processes, fork, exec, pipes and signals, the UNIX environment tools.

ACSC 209 Topics in Computer Programming. (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Programming and application development using selected programming languages. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title.

ACSC 210 Computer Organization and Assembler Language. (3) (Prereq: completion of ACSC 145 with a grade of C or better) Introduction to computer organization and architecture; Topics include: Data representation, assembler language programming, logic unit, processor architecture, memory hierarchy, Input and Output systems.

ACSC 220 Data Structures and Algorithms. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in AMTH 174 and ACSC 146, or consent of instructor.) Theory and advanced techniques for representation of information. Abstract data types: lists, stacks, queues, sets, trees, and graphs. Algorithms for sorting, searching, and hashing.

ACSC 320 Practical Java Programming. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in ACSC 145) Additional topics in the language of Java: graphics, colors, fonts, events, layout managers, graphical user interfaces, applets, exception handling, multithreading, multimedia.

ACSC 330 Programming Language Structures. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in ACSC 210 and ACSC 220) Formal specification syntax and semantics; structure of algorithms; list processing and string manipulation languages; statement types, control structures, and interfacing procedures.

ACSC 376 Graph Theory for Computer Science. (3) (Prereq: Grade of C or better in ACSC 146 and AMTH 174) An algorithmic introduction to Graph Theory and its applications. Topics include: fundamental concepts for graphs, connectivity, matrices of graphs, trees, paths and cycles, matchings, graph colorings, and planar graphs.

ACSC 399 Independent Study. (3-9) (Prereq: consent of instructor)

ACSC 411 Operating Systems. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in ACSC 220) Basic concepts and terminology of operating systems. Process implementation, synchronization, memory management, protection, resource allocation, system modeling, pragmatic aspects, case studies.

ACSC 415 Data and Computer Communications. (3) (Prereq: ACSC 220) The study of concepts and techniques used in designing and implementing data communications systems. Topics will include fundamental limitations on communication systems through high level applications protocols such as HTML. The concepts of layered systems will be presented using OSI and TCP/IP systems as examples.

ACSC 492, 493, 494, 495 Topics in Computer Science. (3) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Study of selected topics in computer science. To be offered as a lecture course on a “demand basis” only.

ACSC 520 Database System Design. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in ACSC 220) Database organization; design and use of database management systems; database models, including network, hierarchical and relational; data description languages, data independence and representation.

ACSC 550 Design and Analysis of Algorithms. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in ACSC 220 and AMTH 141) An introduction to the design and analysis of fundamental algorithms in computer science. The algorithmic design paradigms such as the greedy method, divide and conquer, dynamic programming, backtracking, and branch-and-bound. The analyses of algorithms from different areas such as searching, sorting, graph theory, combinatorial optimization, and computational geometry. An introduction to the theory of NP-completeness.

ACSC 562 Numerical Methods. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in AMTH 242 and AMTH 544 or consent of instructor, and a working knowledge of programming) An introduction to numerical methods used in solving equations and systems of equations, numerical integration, differential equations, interpolation and approximation of functions.

ACSC 590 Math/CS Capstone Seminar. [=AMTH 590] (3) (Prereq: Senior standing in Math/CS or Math Ed major, or consent of Department). Intended primarily for Math/CS Majors and Math Ed Majors. Each student is required to do an in-depth study of some topic to be presented orally and in writing in class, and to participate in the discussion and debate of topics presented by other students. Topics will be tied together under a common theme chosen by the faculty.

Engineering (ENGR)

ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering I. (3) Engineering problem solving using computers and other engineering tools.

ENGR 102 Introduction to Engineering II. (3) Introduction to basic concepts in engineering graphics as a means of communication, including orthographic projections, descriptive modeling, and computer graphics.

ENGR 200 Statics. (3) (Prereq: AMTH 141) Introduction to the principles of mechanics. Equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies. Distributed forces, centroids and centers of gravity. Moments of inertia of areas. Analysis of simple structures and machines. A study of various types of friction.

ENGR 210 Dynamics. (3) (Prereq: ENGR 200) Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies. Kinetics of particles with emphasis on Newton’s second law; energy and momentum methods for the solution of problems. Applications of plane motion of rigid bodies.

ENGR 260 Introduction to the Mechanics of Solids. (3) (Prereq: ENGR 200 and a grade of C or better in AMTH 142, or consent of department). Concepts of stress and strain; stress analysis of basic structural members, consideration of combined stress, including Mohr’s Circle; introductory analysis of deflection; buckling of columns.

ENGR 290 Thermodynamic Fundamentals. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in AMTH 142) Definitions, work, heat and energy. First law analyses of systems and control volumes. Second law analysis.

ENGR 330 Introduction to Vibrations. (3) (Prereq: ENGR 210, AMTH 242) Theoretical and experimental analysis of systems involving one degree of freedom, including measurement methods. Introduction to free vibrations in systems with two degrees of freedom.

ENGR 360 Fluid Mechanics. (3) (Prereq: ENGR 200, APHY 211) Basic principles of fluid statics and dynamics; conservation laws of mass, momentum and energy developed in the context of control volume formulation; application of dimensional analysis, dynamic similitude, steady-state laminar viscous flow, and turbulent flow.

Engineering, Electrical and Computer (EECE)

EECE 211 Digital Logic Design. (3) (Prereq: AMTH 141) Computer structures; logic design; sequential machines; engineering computing.

Electrical Engineering (ELCT)

ELCT 221 Circuits I. (3) (Prereq: AMTH 142). Linear circuit analysis and design.

Mechanical Engineering (EMCH)

EMCH 301 Numerical Methods for Engineers. (3) (Prereq: AMTH 242) Applications of numerical methods and digital computers to solve engineering problems. Methods of integration, differentiation, solution to ordinary differential equations, root-finding, and solution of simultaneous equations.

EMCH 327 Design of Mechanical Elements (3) (Prereq: ENGR 210, 260, 360) Design against static failure and fatigue failure of structural members and machine parts; design and selection of components including fasteners, welds, shafts, springs, gears, bearings and chain drives.

Mathematics (AMTH)

AMTH 103 Mathematics for Practical Purposes I. (3) Contemporary mathematical thinking is emphasized through a broad study of topics which could be used in making both personal and political decisions. Some of the topics will be taken from the following: management science (networks, circuits, planning and scheduling), social and political choice and decision making (voting systems, weighted voting, Banzhaf power index, fair division, apportionment), and personal and public finance (investing for savings, amortizing debt, decision-making using consumer finance models and inflation). Appropriate technology will be used to support the course.

AMTH 104 Mathematics for Practical Purposes II. (3) Contemporary mathematical thinking is emphasized through a broad study of topics which could be used in making both personal and political decisions. Topics will be taken from the following: mathematics of competition and conflict (game theory), size and shape (scaling real objects, similarity and growth, symmetry and patterns, Fibonacci numbers, Escher tilings), logic (propositional logic, analytical reasoning, models of deduction), coding information using number theory for accuracy and privacy, and statistics and probability (random sampling, statistical evidence, statistics in practice, application). Appropriate technology will be used to support the course. This course may be taken before AMTH 103.

AMTH 108 Applied College Algebra. (3) (Prereq: by placement, C or better in an elementary algebra course, or by consent of department) Study of functions and graphical methods with the aid of technology. Topics include linear, quadratic, exponential, and other functions; solving equations; properties of logarithms and exponents. Emphasis will be on using algebra as a language for expressing problems and using algebraic and graphical methods for solving problems, data analysis, and other applications. Required graphing calculator specified in course schedule. (Four hours per week typically divided into 2 hours lecture and 2 hours collaborative learning, discussion, and exploratory activities).

AMTH 111 Precalculus Mathematics I. (3) (Prereq: by placement, or grade of C or better in AMTH 108, or consent of department; may be taken concurrently with AMTH 112) Topics in algebra specifically needed for AMTH 141, 142, 241: the study of equations and inequalities, graphs, functions and inverse functions including logarithmic and exponential functions, zeros of polynomials, and systems of equations and inequalities.

AMTH 112 Precalculus Mathematics II. (3) (Prereq: by placement, or grade of C or better in AMTH 108, or consent of department; may be taken concurrently with but not before AMTH 111) Topics in trigonometry specifically needed for AMTH 141, 142, 241: trigonometric functions and their applications. Includes the study of complex numbers, vectors and polar coordinates.

AMTH 122 Survey of Calculus with Applications. (3) (Prereq: by placement, or grade of C or better in AMTH 108, or consent of department). An intuitive approach to the concepts and applications of differential calculus through the study of rates of change and their interpretations, using data-driven, technology-based modeling. Topics include linear, quadratic, cubic, exponential, and logistic models for discrete data; rates of change; calculating derivatives; interpreting derivatives as rates of change; relating first and second derivatives to graphs; and optimization. (Not intended for those who plan to take more than one calculus course).

AMTH 140L Introduction to Computer Algebra. (1) (Prereq: to be taken concurrently with AMTH 111 or AMTH 112, or after completion of AMTH 111 or AMTH 112 (a grade of C or better is required in these courses to continue into calculus), or by placement above AMTH 111, or by consent of Department) A laboratory course to introduce the use of a computer algebra system to solve problems symbolically, numerically, and graphically. Highly recommended for students planning to enter the calculus sequence AMTH 141, 142, 241, 242 if they have not had previous experience with the snytax of a computer language; such students are encouraged to take AMTH 140L before enrolling in a calculus course. (The course meets 3 hours per week for the first half of the semester.)

AMTH 141 Calculus I. (4) (Prereq: by placement, consent of department, or grade of C or better in AMTH 111 and AMTH 112) Functions; limits; derivatives of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions; graphical concepts including parametric equations; and introduction to integration. (6 hours a week typically divided into 3 hours lecture, and 3 hours discussion and exploratory activities).

AMTH 142 Calculus II. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or better in AMTH 141 or consent of department) Integration including change of variable and integration by parts; applications to area and volume. Infinite series including power series, Taylor’s formula, and approximations. (6 hours a week typically divided into 3 hours lecture, and 3 hours discussion and exploratory activities).

AMTH 170 Finite Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: by placement, or grade of C or better in AMTH 108, or consent of department). Matrices, systems of linear equations, linear programming, permutations and combinations, elementary probability and statistics, mathematics of finance. (A student who earned credit for AMTH 121 may not take AMTH 170 for credit.)

AMTH 174 Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science. (3) (Prereq: by mathematics placement above AMTH 111, completion of either AMTH 111 or AMTH 170 with a grade of C or better, or consent of department) Basic mathematics needed for the study of computer science: Propositions and predicates; mathematical induction, sets, relations, boolean algebra, automata, grammars and languages, computable functions.

AMTH 199 Selected Topics in Freshman Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: consent of department). Topics in mathematics at the freshman level which are not regularly covered in the standard Mathematics curriculum.

AMTH 221 Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: by placement, grade of C or better in AMTH 108, or consent of department). The meaning of number, fundamental operations of arithmetic, the structure of the real number system and its subsystems, elementary number theory. Open only to students in elementary education, early childhood education, or others pursuing add-on certification in elementary education. This course cannot be taken for general education mathematics credit by students who are not graduating in the elementary, early childhood or special education programs.

AMTH 222 Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: grade of C or better in AMTH 221) Informal geometry and basic concepts of algebra open only to students in elementary education, early childhood education, or others pursuing add-on certification in elementary education. This course cannot be taken for general education mathematics credit by students who are not graduating in the elementary, early childhood or special education programs.

AMTH 241 Calculus III. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or better in AMTH 142 or consent of instructor) Vector algebra and vector calculus, including gradients, vector fields, line integrals, multiple integrals, divergence and rotation, Jacobians, and cylindrical and spherical coordinates. (6 hours a week typically divided into 3 hours lecture, and 3 hours discussion and exploratory activities).

AMTH 242 Ordinary Differential Equations. (4) (Prereq: grade of C or better in AMTH 241 or consent of instructor) First order and linear higher order ordinary differential equations, systems of equations, Laplace transforms. (Three lecture hours and three hours laboratory).

AMTH 399 Independent Study. (3-9) (Prereq: consent of instructor)

AMTH 420 History of Mathematics. (3) (Prereq: a grade of C or better in AMTH 142 and AMTH 174 or consent of instructor) A survey of the development of mathematics from ancient times to the present with emphasis on the development of algebra, geometry, and calculus, and the contributions of mathematics to advances in science and technology.

AMTH 492, 493, 494, 495 Topics in Mathematics. (3 each) (Prereq: consent of instructor) Study of selected mathematical topics. To be offered as a lecture course on a “demand basis” only.

AMTH 503 Geometry for Middle School/General Mathematics Teachers (3) (Prereq: by examination placement above AMTH 112, a grade of C or better in AMTH 221 or AMTH 222, or by a grade of C or better in AMTH 111 and AMTH 112, or consent of instructor). Topics include: methods of proofs, concepts and selected theorems of Eu